Iran Vows to Strike Back if US or Israel Attacks, Amid Netanyahu’s Warning
In a televised statement, Iranian Defence Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh warned that Tehran will respond with force if the United States or Israel launches an attack on the country. The comments come in the wake of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s vow to respond to a missile attack on Israel’s David Ben-Gurion Airport, which was claimed by Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
According to Hindustan Times, Nasirzadeh stated that Iran will target the interests, bases, and forces of the US and Israel "wherever they may be and whenever deemed necessary" if a war is initiated. The Iranian Defence Minister’s comments were broadcast on state television, highlighting the country’s readiness to defend itself against potential threats.
The threat of retaliation from Iran came after Netanyahu warned that Israel will respond to the Houthi attack on the David Ben-Gurion Airport "at the time and place of our choosing." The Israeli Prime Minister took to social media to assert that the attack on the airport was a direct result of Iranian-backed terrorism. "Attacks by the Houthis emanate from Iran," Netanyahu wrote. "Israel will respond to the Houthi attack against our main airport AND, at a time and place of our choosing, to their Iranian terror masters," as reported by Hindustan Times.
The Houthi rebels, who have been launching attacks on Israel in solidarity with the Palestinians, claimed that they fired a hypersonic ballistic missile at the airport. The attack resulted in injuries to six people and prompted several major airlines, including Air India, to suspend flights to and from Tel Aviv. Israeli emergency services were quick to respond to the incident, clearing a road outside the airport after the missile reportedly landed near the facility.
The incident has escalated tensions in the region, with Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz vowing retribution for the airport attack. "Whoever harms us, we will harm them sevenfold," Katz stated. The Israeli police confirmed that air traffic to the country’s main airport was briefly closed after the missile was launched from Yemen, highlighting the potential risks to regional air travel.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and the Houthi rebels has been a major concern for regional stability. According to Hindustan Times, the Houthi rebels have been striking Israel throughout the war in Gaza in solidarity with Palestinians. The latest attack on the David Ben-Gurion Airport has raised concerns about the potential for further escalation in the region.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Iran will respond to Netanyahu’s warning. With tensions running high, the international community is closely watching the developments in the region. One thing is certain, however: any further escalation of the conflict will have far-reaching consequences for regional stability and global security.
The Israeli Prime Minister’s warning to Iran was clear: Israel will respond to the Houthi attack "at the time and place of our choosing." As Hindustan Times reports, the world is waiting with bated breath to see how Iran will respond to this latest development. Will Tehran heed Netanyahu’s warning, or will it take further action to defend its interests? Only time will tell.
In related news, experts have been speculating about the potential consequences of an escalation of the conflict. Some have warned that a wider conflict in the region could have significant implications for global oil supplies, while others have expressed concerns about the potential for further terrorist attacks.
For now, the situation remains fluid and uncertain. As Hindustan Times continues to report on the developing story, one thing is clear: the conflict between Israel and Iran has the potential to destabilize the entire region, with far-reaching consequences for global security.
