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The IDF intercepted over 100 Iranian UAVs, escalating tensions between the two nations. Israel conducted long-range strikes in Iran, including on a refueling aircraft. Tehran claims to have uncovered an Israeli drone factory inside Iran. The IDF warns of a multi-front war as air defense systems remain on high alert.

Key Points: IDF Intercepts Over 100 Iranian UAVs Amid Escalating Tensions

  • IDF intercepts 100+ Iranian UAVs
  • Israel strikes Iranian refueling aircraft
  • Tehran claims discovery of Israeli drone factory
  • Multi-front war warnings issued
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Israel intercepted over 100 UAVs sent by Iran, says IDF

Israel's military intercepts 100+ Iranian drones as tensions escalate, with strikes reported in Iran and warnings of further attacks.

"All Israelis are targets for the Iranian regime. All Israelis are heroes to us. – IDF"

Tel Aviv, June 16

The Israel Defence Forces on Monday said that Iran sent over 100 UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle), which they intercepted.

"Iran sent more than 100 UAVs at Israel. We intercepted them," IDF said in a post on X.

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934350522812629366

Meanwhile, Iranian security forces located a three-story Israeli drone factory inside Iran, as per The Times of Israel, quoting semi-official IRGC-linked Tasnim news agency.

According to the report, Tehran believes other sites are present in the country, and security forces are operating against them.

In Israel's initial strikes on Friday, it used explosive-carrying quadcopter drones, rockets, and other sophisticated equipment located inside Iran for precision attacks on Iranian nuclear scientists, military leaders, anti-aircraft batteries, and surface-to-surface missiles.

The Wall Street Journal reported Sunday that they were smuggled into the country, and not manufactured there, as per The Times of Israel.

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934321918405968202

As per IDF, Iran is targeting all Israelis indiscriminately.

"All Israelis are targets for the Iranian regime. All Israelis are heroes to us."

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934306521501860309

Earlier, the IDF said, "Hamas just triggered sirens in southern Israel after a projectile was launched from southern Gaza. Reminder: We are still in a multi-front war."

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934294878692708457

The Israeli Air Forces struck an Iranian refueling aircraft at Mashhad Airport in eastern Iran, approximately 2,300km from Israel.

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934276948051595660

"The IAF struck an Iranian refueling aircraft at Mashhad Airport in eastern Iran, approximately 2,300 kilometers from Israel. The IAF is operating to establish aerial superiority over Iranian airspace. This marks the longest-range strike conducted since the beginning of Operation Rising Lion," the IDF said in a post on X.

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934222120554217521

As per the Times of Israel, Israel appears to be striking Parchin, according to Iranian media. The Mehr News Agency posted a video showing air defense systems activating in the area in response to strikes.

The IDF said it is striking surface-to-surface missile launch sites in central Iran. The IDF Home Front Command told Israelis to remain close to shelters, ahead of an expected missile barrage. That instruction remains in force.

https://x.com/IDF/status/1934364060708954547

TV stations in Israel speculate that the air force is seeking to prevent the anticipated Iranian missile attack, as per The Times of Israel.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This shows how advanced Israel's defense systems are! 🇮🇱 Intercepting 100+ drones is no joke. India should learn from their air defense strategies, especially given our tensions with Pakistan and China. Jai Hind!
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Priya M.
Worrying to see Iran-Israel tensions escalating like this. Hope it doesn't affect oil prices globally. India imports so much oil from the Middle East - our economy can't handle another shock right now 😓
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Arjun S.
Both sides need to de-escalate. War benefits no one. India has always stood for peaceful resolution of conflicts - maybe our diplomats can play a mediating role here? We have good relations with both countries.
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Sunita R.
The drone technology being used here is frightening. India needs to invest more in our own drone defense systems. We can't afford to be vulnerable like this with China constantly testing our borders.
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Vikram J.
Interesting how Israel can strike targets 2300km away! That's farther than Delhi to Chennai. Our defense forces should take notes - we need this kind of capability against threats in our neighborhood.
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Neha P.
While I support Israel's right to defend itself, the civilian casualties in Gaza are heartbreaking. War is never the solution. India has suffered enough from partition violence - we know the cost of conflict.
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Karan D.
The real concern is how this affects Indian students and workers in Israel. Our government should have evacuation plans ready. Remember how we had to rescue people during the Russia-Ukraine war

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