The Daily Iran’s Unprecedented Attack on Israel
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Apr 15, 2024 
In this discussion, Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, provides insights on Iran's unprecedented missile and drone attack on Israeli territory. He elaborates on the escalating geopolitical tensions that have made direct confrontations more common. Schmitt examines Israel's defensive measures and its shift toward direct military engagement. The conversation also touches on the broader implications for U.S.-Iran relations, highlighting the fragile stability in the Middle East amidst rising threats.
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First Direct Attack from Iran
- Iran launched its first direct attack on Israeli soil, a historic event.
- Missiles and drones targeted multiple locations, causing a night of high alert and surreal experiences.
Scale of the Attack and Interception
- Iran launched over 300 drones and missiles of varying types at Israel.
- Despite the large number of projectiles, only about a dozen hit Israeli territory due to successful interception.
Reason for the Attack
- The attack was retaliation for an Israeli airstrike on April 1st in Damascus, Syria.
- This airstrike targeted and killed top Iranian generals and officials within a diplomatic facility.