13 Apr 2024 | 08:25 PM UTC
Israel, Iran: Tehran reportedly launches drone attack toward Israel overnight April 13-14
FLASH: Iran reportedly launches drone attack toward Israel overnight April 13-14; retaliatory Israeli attacks on Iranian assets possible.
Iran has reportedly launched a major drone attack toward Israel overnight April 13-14. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has confirmed that the attack comprises dozens of drones which will take hours to reach Israel. GPS disruptions will reportedly occur as the IDF works to neutralize the drone attack; consequent transport disruptions, including flight disruptions, are likely. Additionally, all educational activities have been temporarily suspended across Israel.
The Iranian drone attack comes in the wake of a suspected Israeli airstrike on the Iranian Consulate in Damascus April 1 that killed several people, most notably including Iranian Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Zahedi, a senior commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) Quds Force who led units in Lebanon and Syria.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business are likely across Israel over the coming hours. Retaliatory Israeli attacks on Iranian military assets and interests are possible across the Middle East, including in Iran itself, over the short term.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Heed the instructions of security forces. If an attack alert is issued in the general vicinity, stay indoors, away from windows and exterior walls. If possible, move to a ground floor, basement, or bunker. Maintain contact with your country's diplomatic mission.
