Iran has attacked Israel using drones, sparking widespread attention after a video of the assault went viral on social media platforms.
The attack is believed to be retaliation for Israel’s strike on an Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria, which resulted in the deaths of seven members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the attack, stating that Iran had launched drones from its territory toward Israel.
In response, the IDF has raised its alert level, deploying defense systems and preparing for potential defensive and offensive actions.
As tensions escalate, the U.S. government has strongly condemned Iran’s seizure of an Israeli-affiliated container ship near the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a clear violation of international law.
As a precaution, U.S. embassies across the Middle East have been put on high alert, with diplomats in Lebanon and Israel specifically advised against travel to certain areas.
Jordan has closed its airspace, and Israel plans to close its airspace from 1:00 to 5:00 a.m. local time.
Both Iran and Israel are exercising caution to prevent further escalation and avoid a broader conflict amidst the precarious situation in the Middle East.
The viral video of the drone strike has garnered significant attention on social media platforms, especially YouTube, amplifying public interest and concern about the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel and increasing global scrutiny of the situation.