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Over 100 drones intercepted by US, UK outside Israel - Israeli official

Apr 13, 2024, 23:36 GMT+1

An Israeli defense official tells Army Radio that more than 100 Iranian drones have already been intercepted outside of Israeli airspace, out of hundreds fired at Israel.

The report says the drones were downed by the United States and the United Kingdom.

Earlier, the IDF said it had identified more than 100 drones heading toward Israel.

Jordan may be next target of Iran – IRGC media

Apr 13, 2024, 23:33 GMT+1

According to IRGC-affiliated Fars news agency,Tehran Is closely watching Jordan which may become the "next target in case of any (pro-Israel) move.”

Jordanian jets have shot dozens of Iranian drones flying across northern and central Jordan, according to two regional security sources.

Jordan's air defences said they were ready to intercept and shoot down any Iranian drones or aircraft that violate its airspace, two regional security sources said.

They said the army was also in a state of high alert and radar systems were monitoring any drone activity coming from the direction of Iraq and Syria.

Residents in several cities in the northern part of the country near Syria and central and southern areas heard heavy aerial activity. A security source said the country's air force was intensifying reconnaissance flights.

Jordan had earlier said it closed its airspace starting on Saturday night to all incoming, departing and transiting aircraft in what officials told Reuters were precautionary measures in the event of an Iranian strike across its border.

"The relevant authorities took the decision to close the airspace for precautionary reasons as a result of the surrounding security situation," Jordan's government spokesperson Muhannad Mubaideen said.

Iran's UN Mission: US Must Stay Away

Apr 13, 2024, 23:22 GMT+1

Iran's mission to the United Nations says the conflict is between the Islamic Republic and Israel, urging Washington to stay out of the conflict. Should Israel make another mistake, Iran's response will be considerably more severe, said the mission.

'Iran's military action was in response to Israel's aggression against Iran's diplomatic premises in Damascus,” it said on social media, adding that “the matter can be deemed concluded.”

IRGC media report Tehran rallies in support of attack on Israel

Apr 13, 2024, 23:05 GMT+1

Videos have emerged online showing regime-sponsored demonstrations celebrating the Iranian attack on Israel. However, reports indicate that none of the Iranian drones or missiles have reached Israeli airspace, with several reportedly intercepted over Syria and Jordan.

Iranians celebrate on a street, after the IRGC attack on Israel, in Tehran, Iran, April 14, 2024.
Iranians celebrate on a street, after the IRGC attack on Israel, in Tehran, Iran, April 14, 2024.

Long lines at gas stations across Iran

Apr 13, 2024, 22:47 GMT+1

Long lines have formed at gas stations in Tehran and other Iranian cities amid heightened tensions with Israel.

IRGC-affiliated media have reported a similar situation in Israeli cities such as Haifa.

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