TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Iran’s dramatic aerial attack on Israel follows years of enmity between the countries and marks the first time Iran has launched a direct military assault on Israel. The hostility between the countries has only worsened in the six months since Hamas launched its attack on Israel, which set off a war that continues to threaten to drag the entire region toward a broader conflict.
Here is a look at the key events leading up to Iran’s assault:
Oct. 7 - Thousands of Hamas-led militants storm across the border into Israel, killing 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and taking roughly 250 captive, according to Israeli authorities. The assault triggers a devastating war that has killed more than 33,700 people, mostly women and children, according to local health officials. In launching the assault, Hamas hopes other regional enemies of Israel’s will join. U.S. President Joe Biden warns Israel’s regional foes not to get involved and sends military support to the Middle East.
Not so Cool Britannia! Noel Gallagher gives damning verdict on Keir Starmer
Ryan Gosling says his and Eva Mendes' two daughters 'don't care' that they're A
Israeli strike kills 4 civilians in southern Lebanon, state media says
I did everything right but still almost died on a bushwalk. Here's how I survived
Why US Catholics are planning pilgrimages in communities across the nation
Government will treat elderly 'like criminals' under controversial new bank snooping law
Celta Vigo closer to avoiding relegation after edging Villarreal in Spanish league
I did everything right but still almost died on a bushwalk. Here's how I survived
Medics remove 150 MAGGOTS from a woman's mouth after dental procedure left her with rotting tissue
Bangladesh wins toss, puts Zimbabwe in to bat 1st in 2nd T20
College baseball notebook: Conference tournaments to decide NCAA automatic bids and many at
Cancer breakthrough as doctors claim A.I. X