The Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 missile defense systems were highlighted explicitly for their precision in neutralizing long-range ballistic missiles, thereby safeguarding Israeli citizens.
"Our response will be much larger than tonight's military action if Israel retaliates against Iran," armed forces chief of staff Major General Mohammad Bagheri told state TV.
When Iran attacked Israel on Saturday, it pulled Israel out of the isolation it was sinking into due to its war with Hamas.
Conference participants cheered and clapped when the announcement was made and renewed celebration when it was reported that Yemeni and Iraqi factions may have also joined in the attack.
At the direction of President Biden, Austin said US forces intercepted dozens of missiles and UAVs en route to Israel launched from Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen.
Hagari added that zero of the close to 200 drones and zero of the 30 cruise missiles got through to Israeli territory at all.
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Iran's vowed punishment of Israel might manifest either through proxies or direct means, including ballistic missiles and drones.
In the event of an all-out war, the damage Israel will cause to those countries that attack it is tens of times greater than their ability to harm Israel.
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