Sirens and blasts sound across Israel after Iran’s drone attack

Iran launched a direct attack on Israel, firing explosive drones and missiles, in a major escalation of tensions. The U.S. pledged “ironclad” support for its ally Israel, with President Biden cutting short a trip to meet his national security team. The attacks, which targeted military facilities, prompted Israel to warn of a “significant response.” The U.S. and Britain were involved in shooting down some of the drones. The incident threatens to evolve into a broader regional conflict involving Iran, its proxies, Israel, and the U.S. (photo/afp)