Israel PM Netanyahu Meets Security Heads Amid Iran Missile Attack
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 2: Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a meeting with the heads of the security establishment at the Kirya in Tel Aviv. The meeting followed Iran’s launch of nearly 200 ballistic missiles towards Israel.
In a post on X, the Israel Prime Minister’s Office stated, “Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a consultation with the heads of the security establishment, this afternoon, at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.”
Netanyahu described Iran’s missile attack as a “big mistake” and warned that “Tehran would pay for it.” The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) spokesperson, RAdm. Daniel Hagari, called the attack a “severe and dangerous escalation” and stated, “There will be consequences. We will respond wherever, whenever, and however we choose, in accordance with the directive of the government of Israel.”
Following the attack, the IDF called on Lebanese civilians in two dozen villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate immediately due to Hezbollah’s activities. Colonel Avichay Adraee, the IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman, said, “Hezbollah’s activity forces the IDF to act against it. The IDF does not wish to harm you. For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately.”
The IDF has destroyed over 150 terrorist infrastructure sites in airstrikes, including Hezbollah’s headquarters, weapon storage facilities, and rocket launchers. The IDF stated, “In cooperation with the IAF, our troops have eliminated terrorists and dismantled terrorist infrastructure through precision-guided munitions and close-range engagements.”
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Israel -: Israel is a country in the Middle East, located on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea.
PM Netanyahu -: PM Netanyahu refers to Benjamin Netanyahu, who is the Prime Minister of Israel, meaning he is the head of the government.
Security Heads -: Security heads are the top leaders in charge of a country’s safety and defense, like the police and military chiefs.
Iran -: Iran is a country in the Middle East, located to the east of Israel.
Missile Attack -: A missile attack is when rockets or missiles are launched to hit a target, often causing damage and danger.
Ballistic Missiles -: Ballistic missiles are long-range rockets that can travel very far and are often used in wars.
Tehran -: Tehran is the capital city of Iran.
Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) -: The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) are the military forces of Israel, including the army, navy, and air force.
Hezbollah -: Hezbollah is a group based in Lebanon that has its own military forces and often opposes Israel.
Headquarters -: Headquarters is the main office or center of operations for an organization or group.
Southern Lebanon -: Southern Lebanon is the southern part of the country of Lebanon, which is north of Israel.
Evacuate -: To evacuate means to leave a place quickly to stay safe, often because of danger or emergency.
