Iran has officially denied allegations that it fired ballistic missiles toward Israel following the implementation of a US-brokered ceasefire, according to Iran's state-affiliated ISNA news agency. The Iranian government dismissed reports of post-ceasefire missile launches as "false" and denied any involvement in attacks after the truce agreement took effect.
However, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) contradicted Iran's denial, confirming that two missiles were launched from Iranian territory shortly after the ceasefire began. The projectiles triggered air raid sirens across northern Israel, with residents in several areas reporting aerial interceptions.
According to the IDF, both missiles were successfully intercepted by Israel's air defense systems, resulting in no casualties or property damage. Military officials have not yet provided additional details about the nature of the projectiles or their intended targets.
Israel's Response to Alleged Ceasefire Violation
While Israeli officials have not directly addressed Iran's denial, they have made it clear that any violation of the truce will be met with force. Defense Minister Israel Katz reportedly instructed the IDF to prepare for potential strikes on key regime targets in Tehran if a breach of the ceasefire is confirmed.
BenriNews previously reported that Israeli lawmakers and defense officials have called for retaliation following what they described as Iran breaking the ceasefire with a missile attack. The incident has further complicated the already tense situation between the two regional powers.
This development comes amid warnings from various quarters about the fragility of the ceasefire. Former Israeli official Avigdor Liberman had cautioned that a ceasefire with Iran without clear and unambiguous terms could lead to another war, while the Hostage Forum warned that ending operations against Iran without securing a Gaza hostage deal would constitute a "grave diplomatic failure."
Meanwhile, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has reportedly hailed what he termed a "crushing victory" over Iran and urged a renewed focus on the situation in Gaza.
The conflicting narratives from Iran and Israel highlight the ongoing challenges in establishing lasting peace in the region, with each side presenting different accounts of events following the ceasefire implementation.
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