Major ballistic missile attack launched by Iran on Israel

Iran launched a major ballistic missile attack on Israel, targeting the country with 180 missiles in retaliation for days of Israeli attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Israeli officials reported that a large number of the missiles were intercepted by Israeli and U.S. defenses, preventing any casualties. However, a terrorist attack in Tel Aviv resulted in the tragic loss of six lives, according to Israeli police.

NBC News’ Raf Sanchez provided updates on the situation, while chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel discussed Israel’s prime minister’s warning of expected retaliation following the Iranian attack. President Biden expressed support for Israel, stating that Iran’s missile attack appeared to be ineffective. The president and Vice President Harris closely monitored the situation from the White House Situation Room.

This attack comes at a time when Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz were debating in New York, further intensifying the geopolitical tensions in the region. The U.S. government remains fully supportive of Israel in light of these developments.

The attack underscores the ongoing conflict and potential escalation in the Middle East, highlighting the complex political dynamics and military capabilities of the countries involved. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as the situation unfolds.