Israel hails success in blocking Iran's drone and missile strikes as Tehran warns against retaliation
Top Iranian commanders warned Israel on Sunday that the country would face a bigger attack if it retaliates against overnight drone and missile strikes, adding that Washington has been told not to back any military action from its ally.
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![Israeli Iron Dome air defense system launches to intercept missiles fired from Iran, in central Israel, Sunday, April 14, 2024. Iran launched its first direct military attack against Israel on Saturday. The Israeli military says Iran fired more than 100 bomb-carrying drones toward Israel. Hours later, Iran announced it had also launched much more destructive ballistic missiles. (AP Photo/Tomer Neuberg) Israeli Iron Dome air defence system launches to intercept missiles fired from Iran.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7173404.1713100828!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/aptopix-israel-palestinians-iran.jpg)
Top Iranian commanders warned Israel on Sunday that the country would face a bigger attack if it retaliates against overnight drone and missile strikes, adding that Washington has been told not to back any military action from its ally.