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Missile Fire from Yemen's Houthi Rebels Triggers Sirens in Central Israel for the Second Night

  For the second consecutive night, air raid sirens blared across central Israel as a missile launched from Yemen's Houthi rebels was intercepted by Israeli air defenses early Wednesday morning. The missile, aimed at the Tel Aviv area, was successfully intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory, though shrapnel from the interception fell in several towns.  This marks the fourth time in a week that missile fire from the Houthi rebels has set off sirens in Israel. On Saturday, a missile hit a playground in Tel Aviv, injuring 16 people after Israel's air defense system failed to intercept it. In response, Israeli jets struck Yemen's rebel-held capital and a port city, resulting in nine casualties.  Israel's foreign minister has requested an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council to condemn the Houthi attacks and their alleged Iranian allies for providing the rebels with weapons. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to exchange fire, with the H...
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U.S. Refrains from Participating in Israeli Counter-Offensive Against Iran

 


In a recent development, President Joe Biden has unequivocally conveyed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the United States will not partake in any counter-offensive against Iran. This decision comes in the aftermath of a mass drone and missile attack on Israeli territory, which has escalated tensions in the region.

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Hossein Amirabdollahian, informed the White House that their operations would be “limited and minimal,” aimed at legitimate defense and punishment of the Israeli regime. Despite this, Netanyahu’s war cabinet favors a retaliatory response against Iran. The threat of open warfare between these arch Middle East foes, potentially involving the United States, has put the entire region on edge.

While the U.S. remains committed to assisting Israel in its self-defense efforts, it categorically rejects the path of war. John Kirby, the White House’s top national security spokesperson, emphasized this stance during ABC’s “This Week” program. The delicate balance of maintaining stability while preventing further escalation is at the forefront of global powers’ concerns.

Jordan’s King Abdullah also weighed in, cautioning against any further escalation by Israel. The situation remains precarious, with Netanyahu’s war cabinet divided over the timing and scale of a potential response. Iran’s initial attack, launched in response to a suspected Israeli strike on its embassy compound in Syria, resulted in modest damage within Israel. The majority of the missiles and drones were intercepted by Israel’s Iron Dome defense system, with assistance from the U.S., Britain, France, and Jordan.

Israel’s ministers have signaled that retaliation is not imminent, emphasizing the need for a strategic alliance against Iran’s grave threat. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant highlighted the risk posed by Iran’s potential nuclear capabilities mounted on these missiles. Israel aims to build a regional coalition to address this challenge effectively.

As the situation unfolds, the world watches closely, hoping for restraint and a de-escalation of tensions in this volatile region.


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