Israel Strikes Iranian Missile Launchers
On Monday, Israel’s military confirmed significant advancements in its ongoing operations against Iran, announcing that it had successfully destroyed one-third of Iran’s surface-to-surface missile launchers. This development marks a critical escalation in the hostilities, now entering their fourth consecutive day between these historical adversaries.
Military spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin revealed that since the onset of Israeli air operations on Friday, over 120 missile launchers belonging to the Iranian regime had been eliminated. He emphasized the effectiveness of these operations, noting that approximately 50 fighter jets were involved, targeting both missile storage facilities and launchers poised for imminent strikes on Israel.
Focused Strikes on Missile Infrastructure
The Israeli military’s precision strikes led to notable successes, particularly in central Iran, where significant missile-launching infrastructure lies concentrated. During a recent operation, more than 20 surface-to-surface missiles were destroyed while they were being readied for launch, further crippling Iran’s offensive capabilities.
During a press briefing, Brigadier General Defrin confidently stated, “We now hold total air superiority over Tehran,” underscoring the enhanced tactical advantage Israel has secured in this escalating conflict.
Iran’s Retaliatory Strike
In response to Israel’s airstrikes, Iran launched a series of missiles aimed at Israeli cities on Monday. This retaliatory action highlights the burgeoning cycle of violence as both nations engage in reciprocal military strikes.
An Israeli military official, who chose to remain anonymous, shared insights on the effectiveness of the prior strikes, indicating that they significantly reduced the missile barrage aimed at Israel. He noted that the number of missiles fired at Israel had dropped by half, allowing for a final count of fewer than 50 missiles in this latest onslaught.
