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<p>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.</p>

<p>Later, a spokesperson for Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee warned it will not hesitate from using weapons never used before. “We will confront any Israeli aggression and respond to it. We are ready to use weapons that we have not used before. We have plans for all scenarios and we call on the Zionists to act rationally,” Abolfazl Amoui was quoted as saying by Al-Mayadeen News, an Iran-aligned Lebanese news outlet.</p>

<p>Iran clarified it is considering its matter with Israel ‘concluded’ unless Israel decides to commit “another mistake.”</p>

<h2><strong>Israel’s warning</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, Israeli war cabinet on Monday (Apr 15) warned that Iran’s aggression over the weekend cannot be taken lightly and a ‘clear, forceful’ reaction is required.</p>

<p>“Israel is considering next steps and the launch of so many missiles and drones to Israeli territory will be answered with a retaliation,” Israel Defence Forces (IDF) chief Herzi Halevi&nbsp;said Monday.</p>

<h2><strong>Will Israel target Iranian nuclear sites?</strong></h2>

<p>UN nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Monday that Iran had closed its nuclear facilities on Sunday (Apr 15) over “security considerations”.</p>

<p>IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said that the UN watchdog had removed its inspectors from the Iranian sites “until we see that the situation is completely calm.”</p>

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<p>When asked about Israel’s potential attack on Iranian nuclear sites, Grossi said, “We are always concerned about this possibility,” while urging “extreme restraint.”</p>

<p>The watchdog is concerned that Israel might target Iranian nuclear sites but added it will continue its inspection from Tuesday.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Iran attacks Israel: Israel war cabinet says will hit Iran hard</strong></p>

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<p>However, US officials believe Israel’s response would be limited and the Jewish nation would refrain from launching a full-blown war.</p>

<p>One US official was quoted by NBC News as saying that Israel could launch strikes outside Iran.</p>

<p>“Because the Iranian attack did not result in Israeli deaths or widespread destruction, Israel could respond with one of its less aggressive options – strikes outside Iran,” the official said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


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.

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. Later, a spokesperson for Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee warned it will not hesitate from using weapons never used before. “We will confront any Israeli aggression and respond to it. We are ready to use weapons that we have not used before. We have plans for all scenarios and we call on the Zionists to act rationally,” Abolfazl Amoui was quoted as saying by Al-Mayadeen News, an Iran-aligned Lebanese news outlet. Iran clarified it is considering its matter with Israel ‘concluded’ unless Israel decides to commit “another mistake.” Israel’s warning Earlier, Israeli war cabinet on Monday (Apr 15) warned that Iran’s aggression over the weekend cannot be taken lightly and a ‘clear, forceful’ reaction is required. “Israel is considering next steps and the launch of so many missiles and drones to Israeli territory will be answered with a retaliation,” Israel Defence Forces (IDF) chief Herzi Halevi said Monday. Will Israel target Iranian nuclear sites? UN nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Monday that Iran had closed its nuclear facilities on Sunday (Apr 15) over “security considerations”. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said that the UN watchdog had removed its inspectors from the Iranian sites “until we see that the situation is completely calm.” Also read: Israel confirms response to Iran attack as Netanyahu urges countries to `stand united` When asked about Israel’s potential attack on Iranian nuclear sites, Grossi said, “We are always concerned about this possibility,” while urging “extreme restraint.” The watchdog is concerned that Israel might target Iranian nuclear sites but added it will continue its inspection from Tuesday. Watch: Iran attacks Israel: Israel war cabinet says will hit Iran hard × However, US officials believe Israel’s response would be limited and the Jewish nation would refrain from launching a full-blown war. One US official was quoted by NBC News as saying that Israel could launch strikes outside Iran. “Because the Iranian attack did not result in Israeli deaths or widespread destruction, Israel could respond with one of its less aggressive options – strikes outside Iran,” the official said. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Airstrikes by Israel in southern Lebanon killed three individuals, including a commander from Hezbollah, as per Lebanese security sources.</p>

<p>Ismail Baz, the Hezbollah commander, was killed in a strike targeting a car near the town of Ain Ebel in southern Lebanon, as confirmed by the Israeli military.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Baz was known for his role as the commander of Hezbollah's coastal sector and his involvement in planning attacks, including rocket and anti-tank missile strikes, against Israel.</p>

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<p>A video released on Tuesday by the Israeli army showed aerial footage of a moving vehicle being hit by a strike.</p>

<p>Earlier, Hezbollah claimed to have targeted an Iron Dome battery in the area. The group has made similar claims in recent months, which have been dismissed by the IDF as empty boasts.</p>

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<p>The Israel Defense Forces said the two explosive-laden drones struck areas near the northern community of Beit Hillel.</p>

<p>The IDF said it was investigating why sirens did not sound during the attack.</p>

<p>Hours after the drone attack, Lebanese media announced that a person had been killed in an Israeli drone strike on a vehicle in Ain Baal, a town near Tyre, approximately 15 kilometres (nine miles) away from the Israeli border.</p>

<p>The IDF later verified that they were responsible for the strike.</p>

<p>Hezbollah subsequently acknowledged Baz's death, stating that he was killed "on the road to Jerusalem," their term used for members lost in Israeli strikes.</p>

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<p>However, the group did not explicitly label him as a commander.</p>

<p>Since October 8, Hezbollah has attacked Israeli communities and military posts along the border on a daily basis with rockets, drones, anti-tank missiles and other means, saying it is doing so to support Gaza amid the war there.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Airstrikes by Israel in southern Lebanon killed three individuals, including a commander from Hezbollah, as per Lebanese security sources. Ismail Baz, the Hezbollah commander, was killed in a strike targeting a car near the town of Ain Ebel in southern Lebanon, as confirmed by the Israeli military.

Airstrikes by Israel in southern Lebanon killed three individuals, including a commander from Hezbollah, as per Lebanese security sources. Ismail Baz, the Hezbollah commander, was killed in a strike targeting a car near the town of Ain Ebel in southern Lebanon, as confirmed by the Israeli military. Baz was known for his role as the commander of Hezbollah's coastal sector and his involvement in planning attacks, including rocket and anti-tank missile strikes, against Israel. Also read: US plans new sanctions against Iran, hopes allies will follow footsteps A video released on Tuesday by the Israeli army showed aerial footage of a moving vehicle being hit by a strike. Earlier, Hezbollah claimed to have targeted an Iron Dome battery in the area. The group has made similar claims in recent months, which have been dismissed by the IDF as empty boasts. The IDF eliminated the commander of Hezbollah coastal sector 💥 pic.twitter.com/vhZgj1sh53 — Adam Albilya - אדם אלביליה (@AdamAlbilya) April 16, 2024 × The Israel Defense Forces said the two explosive-laden drones struck areas near the northern community of Beit Hillel. The IDF said it was investigating why sirens did not sound during the attack. Hours after the drone attack, Lebanese media announced that a person had been killed in an Israeli drone strike on a vehicle in Ain Baal, a town near Tyre, approximately 15 kilometres (nine miles) away from the Israeli border. The IDF later verified that they were responsible for the strike. Hezbollah subsequently acknowledged Baz's death, stating that he was killed "on the road to Jerusalem," their term used for members lost in Israeli strikes. ⚠️ ÚLTIMA HORA: Según informes, el dron suicida de Hezbolá que se infiltró en el espacio aéreo israelí sobre el Panhandle de Galilea atacó cerca de una base militar en Beit Hillel. Número no confirmado de víctimas israelíes reportadas en el incidente. pic.twitter.com/SzYuNS81po — Doron (@plexaleOK) April 16, 2024 × However, the group did not explicitly label him as a commander. Since October 8, Hezbollah has attacked Israeli communities and military posts along the border on a daily basis with rockets, drones, anti-tank missiles and other means, saying it is doing so to support Gaza amid the war there. (With inputs from agencies)

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