Iran warns Israel and US of severe retaliation as tensions escalate
theguardian.com — November 2, 2024, 10:01 AM UTC
Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has threatened Israel and the U.S. with a "crushing response" amid rising tensions. Iranian officials are signaling potential strikes against Israel, escalating the ongoing conflict.
Pro-Iran groups claim to have conducted a drone attack on Israel's Eilat. Meanwhile, Hezbollah reported launching rockets at an Israeli intelligence base near Tel Aviv early Saturday.
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza have resulted in at least 52 deaths and numerous injuries. The violence coincides with U.S. efforts to negotiate temporary ceasefires ahead of the presidential election.
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