Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel that lasted several hours on Saturday changed long established terms of engagement between the two countries.

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Iran has warned that it will use weapons “never used before” against Israel if it carries out “any adventure”. “(If Israel) seeks adventure, our next response will be immediate, stronger and more extensive,” Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said while speaking to UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron.

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The US has warned it will impose new sanctions on Iran following its unprecedented attack on Israel. New sanctions could be focused on reducing the country's capacity to export oil. Watch this video for all details.

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President Putin has expressed hope that all sides will show reasonable restraint and prevent a confrontation that could have catastrophic consequences for the entire region. How will things pan out in West Asia? Dr. Gilbert Doctorow, political analyst, joins us to discuss.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is yet to find time to speak to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, three days after Royal Air Force warplanes helped to protect the Jewish state from an Iranian aerial assault. Downing Street is still working to schedule a conversation between the two leaders. Netanyahu’s office strenuously denied that the Israeli premier was avoiding a call with Sunak, contradicting a report by Kan, the Israeli public broadcaster.

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Iran has temporarily shut down its nuclear facilities now this follows concern expressed by the International Atomic Energy Agency chief that Israel could attack an Iranian nuclear plant in retaliation to its attack.

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From Russia where the Kremlin says Iran's President has called Vladimir Putin to discuss the attack on Israel as Tehran races for an Israeli retaliation. Keep watching for more updates.

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The Israeli war cabinet has reviewed military plans for a potential response against Iran. Talks in Jerusalem are locked on the timing and scale of Israel's response. According to reports, the War Cabinet members are mulling a painful strike that does not cause casualties. The question is--what are the options on Israel's table. Watch in for more details!

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The German ambassador to India, Dr. Philipp Ackermann, has expressed hope for the swift release of Indian nationals who were onboard Israel Linked Portuguese flagged commercial vessel MSC Aries, which was seized by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, he said, "We support the Indian call; we feel that India has every right to look after its citizens". Of the 25 member crew of the vessel, 17 are Indian nationals. He termed the Israel-Iran conflict as "very dangerous". In addition to discussing the current crisis, Dr. Ackermann also touched upon the broader relationship between India and Europe.

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Iran attacked Israel with 120 ballistic missiles, 170 drones and 30 cruise missiles. How will Israel respond? Will Netanyahu risk a wider war in order to buy more time in office? Will Israel target Iran's nuclear facilities? Or Will Israel's response be measured?

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Israel's European allies urged it on Monday to show restraint over Iran's weekend missile and drone attack, calling on Israeli leaders to step away from "the edge of the cliff" of escalation in the Middle East.

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Once foes have now turned into friends. Reportedly, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is scheduled to visit Pakistan in the coming days.

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Iran temporarily shut the door of its nuclear facilities. The move comes over 'security considerations' in the wake of its massive missile and drone attack on Israel.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday summoned his War cabinet for the second time in less than 24 hours to respond to Iran's weekend attack. Watch to know more.

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The war cabinet of Israel held a meeting to discuss and decide how they would respond to the missile and drone attack of Iran. Israel did not announce if they had reached a decision.

The actions of Iran were strongly condemned by the allies of Israel, however, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government was appealed by the countries to show some restraint.

Even though Iran has signalled they consider the matter closed, the Israeli military's chief of staff Lt Gen Herzi Halevi said that the attack will not go unanswered.

“This launch of so many missiles, cruise missiles and drones into Israeli territory will be met with a response,” said Halevi, while speaking from the Nevatim Air Force base in southern Israel, which also suffered a little damage in the attack.

Since the attack, this is the clearest confirmation given by Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt Gen Herzi Halevi that Israel would strike back.

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Meanwhile, Iran stated that they would respond to any strikes from Israel in 'seconds'.&nbsp;

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Ali Bagheri Kan emphasised that the response speed from Iran "will be less than a few seconds."

In the last two days, Israel’s war cabinet held a meeting for the fourth time as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again discussed what should be the next step with his Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Benny Gantz, the former defence minister and centrist Netanyahu rival.

<h2>Netanyahu appeals countries to 'stand united' against Iran</h2>

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that world peace is being threatened by Iran and asked the international community to stand united against the Islamic Republic.

"The international community must continue to stand united in resisting this Iranian aggression, which threatens world peace," Netanyahu said, in a statement released by his office on X.

<h2>IAEA chief says Israel may strike Iran nuclear facilities</h2>

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi said that the nuclear facilities had been closed in Iran over “security considerations” and although it was reopened on Monday (April 16), IAEA inspectors were kept away “until we see that the situation is completely calm.”

“We are going to resume tomorrow. This has not had an impact on our inspection activity," said Grossi, while speaking to reporters in New York.

Speaking about the possibility of Israeli striking Iranian nuclear facilities, Grossi said, “We are always concerned about this possibility.” He urged “extreme restraint.”

<h2>US says 'not involved' in Israel's decision-making process&nbsp;</h2>

The US officials on Monday (April 15) said that Israel is most likely to counter Iran’s attack, in which more than 300 missiles and drones were involved.&nbsp;

However, the Biden administration is hoping that Israel's retaliation will be limited to counterstrikes and they will not aim at Iranian territory.&nbsp;

Speaking to CNN on Monday (April 15), White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, “We respect that that’s a decision the war cabinet, the prime minister, have to make. We know that they live in a very tough neighbourhood. We are not involved in their decision-making process about a potential response."&nbsp;

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However, he said that US President Joe Biden had “also been very clear that we don’t want a war with Iran. We don’t seek to widen and broaden this conflict. We don’t want to see things escalate.”&nbsp;

The Pentagon said that additional fighter squadrons which were stationed in the Middle East before the weekend are still there.

Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said that Air Force fighter jet squadrons in the region along with the Navy ships in the Mediterranean Sea shot down Iranian missiles and drones early on Sunday (April 14).&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The war cabinet of Israel held a meeting to discuss and decide how they would respond to the missile and drone attack of Iran. Israel did not announce if they had reached a decision.

The war cabinet of Israel held a meeting to discuss and decide how they would respond to the missile and drone attack of Iran. Israel did not announce if they had reached a decision. The actions of Iran were strongly condemned by the allies of Israel, however, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government was appealed by the countries to show some restraint. Even though Iran has signalled they consider the matter closed, the Israeli military's chief of staff Lt Gen Herzi Halevi said that the attack will not go unanswered. “This launch of so many missiles, cruise missiles and drones into Israeli territory will be met with a response,” said Halevi, while speaking from the Nevatim Air Force base in southern Israel, which also suffered a little damage in the attack. Since the attack, this is the clearest confirmation given by Israel Defense Forces Chief of Staff Lt Gen Herzi Halevi that Israel would strike back. Also Read: Iran says it informed neighbours about attack on Israel 72 hours in advance Meanwhile, Iran stated that they would respond to any strikes from Israel in 'seconds'. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Ali Bagheri Kan emphasised that the response speed from Iran "will be less than a few seconds." In the last two days, Israel’s war cabinet held a meeting for the fourth time as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu again discussed what should be the next step with his Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Benny Gantz, the former defence minister and centrist Netanyahu rival. Netanyahu appeals countries to 'stand united' against Iran Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that world peace is being threatened by Iran and asked the international community to stand united against the Islamic Republic. "The international community must continue to stand united in resisting this Iranian aggression, which threatens world peace," Netanyahu said, in a statement released by his office on X. IAEA chief says Israel may strike Iran nuclear facilities International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi said that the nuclear facilities had been closed in Iran over “security considerations” and although it was reopened on Monday (April 16), IAEA inspectors were kept away “until we see that the situation is completely calm.” “We are going to resume tomorrow. This has not had an impact on our inspection activity," said Grossi, while speaking to reporters in New York. Speaking about the possibility of Israeli striking Iranian nuclear facilities, Grossi said, “We are always concerned about this possibility.” He urged “extreme restraint.” US says 'not involved' in Israel's decision-making process The US officials on Monday (April 15) said that Israel is most likely to counter Iran’s attack, in which more than 300 missiles and drones were involved. However, the Biden administration is hoping that Israel's retaliation will be limited to counterstrikes and they will not aim at Iranian territory. Speaking to CNN on Monday (April 15), White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, “We respect that that’s a decision the war cabinet, the prime minister, have to make. We know that they live in a very tough neighbourhood. We are not involved in their decision-making process about a potential response." Watch: Iran attacks Israel: Israel's war cabinet decides to retaliate: Reports However, he said that US President Joe Biden had “also been very clear that we don’t want a war with Iran. We don’t seek to widen and broaden this conflict. We don’t want to see things escalate.” The Pentagon said that additional fighter squadrons which were stationed in the Middle East before the weekend are still there. Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said that Air Force fighter jet squadrons in the region along with the Navy ships in the Mediterranean Sea shot down Iranian missiles and drones early on Sunday (April 14). (With inputs from agencies)

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At least two Air India planes flew over the Iran-controlled airspace just hours before Tehran launched a barrage of more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel over the weekend, according to data from flight-tracking website Flightradar24.&nbsp;

<h2>About the flights</h2>

According to the data from the website which shows live air traffic worldwide, Air India flights 116 (Boeing 777-232) and 131 (Boeing 777ER) flying from New York to Mumbai and Mumbai to London, respectively, used Iranian airspace.&nbsp;

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On April 13 and 14, the two aircraft crossed Iran as well as flew above the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman at a time when tensions between Iran and Israel flared up.&nbsp;

Tehran launched more&nbsp;than 300 drones and missiles at Israel after Iran&nbsp;accused&nbsp;the Jewish state&nbsp;of targeting its consulate in Syria’s Damascus, on April 1 and killing seven personnel of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).&nbsp;

The attack also took place amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Iranian-backed Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza.&nbsp;

However, Air India was not the only one who used Iranian airspace that day, as several flights from various airlines including Malaysia Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Fly Dubai flew over the country potentially risking the lives of hundreds of passengers.&nbsp;

<h2>Air India responds</h2>

In response to the media reports, a spokesperson from Air India told the Hindustan Times that their flight operations and routes are risk-assessed regardless of the airspace.&nbsp;

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Speaking about this particular incident, the spokesperson also said that, on April 13, Iranian airspace was open for civilian air traffic without any restrictions or NOTAM,&nbsp;an alert issued by an aviation authority to pilots about the potential hazards along a route or on the ground.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the airline was also closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East, the spokesperson added.&nbsp;

As a part of its risk assessment, some flights heading to the West were planned on an alternative route which according to the spokesperson was a “safe corridor” being used by other airlines as well.&nbsp;

After Tehran attacked Israel, Air India and Vistara released a statement saying that they would avoid Iranian airspace in response to the Indian government’s advisory urging citizens to steer clear of travel to Iran.

<h2>Indian govt asks airlines to carry out risk assessment</h2>

In an interview, on Tuesday (Apr 16) Civil Aviation Secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam, told news agency PTI that the ministry has asked airlines to carry out their own risk assessments for&nbsp;international flight operations amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.&nbsp;

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This comes as several airlines in India including Air India, Vistara, Indigo, and so on have opted for alternative flight paths to the West.&nbsp;

Vualnam also said that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is in talks with the airlines and is also in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs in this context.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

At least two Air India planes flew over the Iran-controlled airspace just hours before Tehran launched a barrage of more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel over the weekend, according to data from flight-tracking website Flightradar24.

At least two Air India planes flew over the Iran-controlled airspace just hours before Tehran launched a barrage of more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel over the weekend, according to data from flight-tracking website Flightradar24. About the flights According to the data from the website which shows live air traffic worldwide, Air India flights 116 (Boeing 777-232) and 131 (Boeing 777ER) flying from New York to Mumbai and Mumbai to London, respectively, used Iranian airspace. WATCH | Iran attacks Israel: Israel says it will respond to Iran's attack, world leaders urge restraint On April 13 and 14, the two aircraft crossed Iran as well as flew above the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman at a time when tensions between Iran and Israel flared up. Tehran launched more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel after Iran accused the Jewish state of targeting its consulate in Syria’s Damascus, on April 1 and killing seven personnel of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The attack also took place amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Iranian-backed Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza. However, Air India was not the only one who used Iranian airspace that day, as several flights from various airlines including Malaysia Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Fly Dubai flew over the country potentially risking the lives of hundreds of passengers. Air India responds In response to the media reports, a spokesperson from Air India told the Hindustan Times that their flight operations and routes are risk-assessed regardless of the airspace. Also Read | Iran willing to exercise restraint and has no intention to escalating situation, Tehran tells Beijing Speaking about this particular incident, the spokesperson also said that, on April 13, Iranian airspace was open for civilian air traffic without any restrictions or NOTAM, an alert issued by an aviation authority to pilots about the potential hazards along a route or on the ground. Meanwhile, the airline was also closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East, the spokesperson added. As a part of its risk assessment, some flights heading to the West were planned on an alternative route which according to the spokesperson was a “safe corridor” being used by other airlines as well. After Tehran attacked Israel, Air India and Vistara released a statement saying that they would avoid Iranian airspace in response to the Indian government’s advisory urging citizens to steer clear of travel to Iran. Indian govt asks airlines to carry out risk assessment In an interview, on Tuesday (Apr 16) Civil Aviation Secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam, told news agency PTI that the ministry has asked airlines to carry out their own risk assessments for international flight operations amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Also Read | West Asia crisis: Flight ticket prices may rise as tensions soar between Iran and Israel This comes as several airlines in India including Air India, Vistara, Indigo, and so on have opted for alternative flight paths to the West. Vualnam also said that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is in talks with the airlines and is also in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs in this context. (With inputs from agencies)

Two Air India flights flew over Iranian airspace just hours before Tehran attacked Israel

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and discussed Tehran's first-ever attack on Israel's territory. A readout from Beijing's foreign ministry said that the message was delivered to Wang in a phone call on Monday.&nbsp;

Notably, China, which is a close partner of Iran and its largest trade partner, and a top buyer of its sanctioned oil, did not condemn Iranian drone and missile strikes on Saturday.&nbsp;

China's state media reported on Tuesday (Apr 16) that Iran said it was "willing to exercise restraint". Iranian foreign minister reportedly also said that it has no intention of further escalating the situation with Israel.&nbsp;

"The current situation in the region is very sensitive, and the Iranian side is willing to exercise restraint and has no intention of further escalating the situation," Amir-Abdollahian said, according to the readout.&nbsp;

"The Islamic Republic of Iran advocates an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and supports China's positive efforts to promote a ceasefire, restore peace in the region and strengthen cooperation among regional countries," the statement added.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Wang said that China "strongly condemns and firmly opposes the attack" on the Iranian consulate in Syria, which killed 16 people. He said it also regards it as a "serious violation of international law and unacceptable", Xinhua reported.&nbsp;

The readout said China noted Iran's statement that, in response, it had taken limited action in "self-defence".&nbsp;

"China appreciates Iran's stress on not targeting regional and neighbouring countries as well as its reiteration on continuously pursuing a good-neighbourly and friendly policy," Xinhua quoted Wang as saying.&nbsp;

"It is believed that Iran can handle the situation well and spare the region further turmoil while safeguarding its own sovereignty and dignity," Wang added.&nbsp;

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The call comes amid repeated calls by the United States asking China to use its influence over Tehran to manage tensions in the West Asian region.&nbsp;

Scholz and Xi discussed Ukraine and Israeli-Palestinian conflicts&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting and discussed major global geopolitical issues, including the conflict in Ukraine and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.&nbsp;

The meeting was scheduled to take place at the Beijing Diaoyutai State Guesthouse as it marked the final day of Scholz's three-day visit to China.&nbsp;

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a news conference that while discussing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, both leaders expressed concerns about the serious humanitarian situation and the danger of further escalation of violence in the region.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving&nbsp;Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.&nbsp;

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and discussed Tehran's first-ever attack on Israel's territory.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and discussed Tehran's first-ever attack on Israel's territory. A readout from Beijing's foreign ministry said that the message was delivered to Wang in a phone call on Monday. Notably, China, which is a close partner of Iran and its largest trade partner, and a top buyer of its sanctioned oil, did not condemn Iranian drone and missile strikes on Saturday. China's state media reported on Tuesday (Apr 16) that Iran said it was "willing to exercise restraint". Iranian foreign minister reportedly also said that it has no intention of further escalating the situation with Israel. "The current situation in the region is very sensitive, and the Iranian side is willing to exercise restraint and has no intention of further escalating the situation," Amir-Abdollahian said, according to the readout. "The Islamic Republic of Iran advocates an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and supports China's positive efforts to promote a ceasefire, restore peace in the region and strengthen cooperation among regional countries," the statement added. Also read: Israel foreign minister calls for 'diplomatic attack' against Iran, writes to 32 nations urging sanctions Meanwhile, Wang said that China "strongly condemns and firmly opposes the attack" on the Iranian consulate in Syria, which killed 16 people. He said it also regards it as a "serious violation of international law and unacceptable", Xinhua reported. The readout said China noted Iran's statement that, in response, it had taken limited action in "self-defence". "China appreciates Iran's stress on not targeting regional and neighbouring countries as well as its reiteration on continuously pursuing a good-neighbourly and friendly policy," Xinhua quoted Wang as saying. "It is believed that Iran can handle the situation well and spare the region further turmoil while safeguarding its own sovereignty and dignity," Wang added. Also read: Israel confirms response to Iran attack as Netanyahu urges countries to 'stand united' Watch: Iran warns Israel & the US of 'severe response' in case of retaliation × The call comes amid repeated calls by the United States asking China to use its influence over Tehran to manage tensions in the West Asian region. Scholz and Xi discussed Ukraine and Israeli-Palestinian conflicts Meanwhile, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting and discussed major global geopolitical issues, including the conflict in Ukraine and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The meeting was scheduled to take place at the Beijing Diaoyutai State Guesthouse as it marked the final day of Scholz's three-day visit to China. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a news conference that while discussing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, both leaders expressed concerns about the serious humanitarian situation and the danger of further escalation of violence in the region. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq and non-state actors like Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

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