REPORT: Iran Drone Strikes Israel
Preliminary reports state that Oran has drone struck Israel according to officials
Iran launched attack drones against Israel on Saturday night local time, as reported by four U.S. and Israeli officials to reporters.
This marks the first time Iran has launched an attack from its soil against Israel.
The targets of the attack are not specified.
U.S. officials are concerned that an Israeli retaliation could lead to a further escalation in the region.
The Biden administration has pledged to assist Israel in countering the Iranian attack.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari confirmed the launch of attack drones from Iranian territory towards Israeli territory.
A senior Israeli official stated that the Iranian attack involved "hundreds of attack drones."
The IDF is working with U.S. Central Command and other partners in the region to intercept the drones before they reach Israeli airspace.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared readiness to defend against any threat, stating, "Whoever harms us, we will harm them."
The White House has issued a statement affirming the U.S.'s support for Israel's security and highlighting constant communication with Israeli officials.
Biden has emphasized that the U.S. support for Israel's security is unwavering.
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