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Cockpit footage captures Iranian missiles flying over Israel amid escalating tensions

Cockpit footage captures Iranian missiles flying over Israel amid escalating tensions

Cockpit footage captures Iranian missiles flying over Israel amid escalating tensions

Iran launched nearly 200missiles towards Israel late Tuesday night, intensifying the conflict between the two countries. The missiles lit up the night sky over cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. A dramatic video captured from the cockpit of a British Airways flight shows the launch of Iranian missiles, as reported by the New York Post.

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Pilot captures missile launch

A British Airways pilot en route toDubai captured video footage of the missiles, as reported by the New York Post.

Some of the missiles managed to bypass Israel’s Iron Dome defence system, which is designed to intercept such attacks. However, footage also showed missile debris falling in different areas of Israel.

Iran's response to Israeli strikes

Iran claims the missile attack was a defensive move, responding to Israel's killing of militant leaders and recent airstrikes in Lebanon.

Israel vows retaliation

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the missile launch a 'serious mistake'. He warned that Iran underestimated Israel's determination to defend itself. Israel's UN Ambassador, Danny Danon, also promised that Iran would face severe consequences soon.

USbacks Israel

US President Joe Biden expressed strong support for Israel, calling the attack by Iran ineffective. The situation remains tense, with both countries preparing for possible further conflict.

(With inputs from agencies)