American forces intercepted 70 drones and at least three ballistic missiles, according to CNN, while Mr Biden also said that US support for Israel was “ironclad”.
“You got a win. Take the win,” Mr Biden reportedly told Mr Netanyahu, adding that the US will not participate in any offensive operations. Mr Netanyahu reportedly said that he understands the US’s position.
Iran has said the attacks “achieved all its objectives” and that it is not planning any further operations. It warned Israel against taking any “reckless” actions, and said it would not hesitate to retaliate with a “much stronger response”.
However, Israel has said the “campaign is not over yet”.
Lloyd Austin, the US secretary of defence, has asked that Israel notify the US ahead of any response against Iran.
World leaders have condemned Iran’s attack, with regional powers Saudi Arabia and Egypt calling for restraint. Leaders from the G7 will hold a video conference later on Sunday to discuss the Iranian strikes and coordinate a united diplomatic response.
The clouds were spotted in northern parts of the country earlier this weekParts of the UK were treated to an uncommon cloud phenomenon this week(Image: Colin La
By RYAN HOOPER and BRENDAN CARLIN Published: 22:17 GMT, 18 January 2025 | Updated: 23:33 GMT, 18 January 2025
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