IDF says air defences still holding
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have not confirmed any shortage. “The IDF is prepared and ready to handle any scenario. Unfortunately, we are unable to comment on matters related to munitions,” the military said.
Washington quietly reinforces Israel
The American report says the United States has been aware of the inventory strain for months. In response, the Pentagon has sent Patriot and THAAD batteries, while U.S. Navy destroyers are helping intercept incoming missiles from the sea, air, and land.
Iranian barrages add pressure
Israel’s Arrow system, built by Israel Aerospace Industries, intercepts long‑range ballistic missiles. Iran has fired hundreds of missiles in recent days, including the Fatah‑1, which Tehran claims can evade existing defences and fly at hypersonic speeds.
Expert urges quick action
Tom Karako, director of the Missile Defense Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, warned against relying only on interception. “Neither the US nor the Israelis can continue to sit and intercept missiles all day. The Israelis and their friends need to move with all deliberate haste to do whatever needs to be done, because we cannot afford to sit and play catch,” Karako said.
Israeli jets strike back
In daylight raids, the IDF flew more than 50 fighter jets against targets in Tehran. Israeli officials said the strikes hit a centrifuge production facility for uranium enrichment and other military plants.
Drone alerts over Golan Heights
The IDF reported seven drones launched from Iran on Wednesday morning. All were intercepted before they crossed into Israeli airspace, triggering repeated alerts in the Golan Heights.Israeli carrier El Al conducted its first “Safe Return” evacuation flight from Cyprus, landing at Ben Gurion Airport under heightened security measures.
Hard‑line statements escalate rhetoric
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei wrote online: “Force must be used against the Zionist terrorist entity. We will not show leniency toward the Zionists.”
U.S. President Donald Trump responded that it would be “easy” for the superpower to locate and eliminate Iran’s leader. The Pentagon has not confirmed direct American involvement in combat operations.
