War With Iran – 2023-2024

Iran’s Proxy Wars Against Israel

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2024
Netanyahu’s Third Message to the Iranian People

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on 12 Dec 2024, addressed another direct message to the Iranian people

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Netanyahu’s Second Message to the Iranian People

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed another message to the Iranian people

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Security Council Discusses Conflict Between Israel and Iran

The Security Council heard calls for the exercise of maximum restraint and de-escalation to break the cycle of retaliation and prevent a full-blown war in the Middle East during another emergency meeting on the escalating crisis in the region, following Israel’s 25 October air strikes against Iran, which earlier in the month had launched missile strikes against Israel.

Israel Responds to Iran’s Attack With Three Waves of Strikes

The Israel Defense Forces conducted three waves of strikes into Iran, targeting around 20 locations around Tehran and
western Iran, including vital air defense assets and facilities tied to the Iranian drone and missile programs. The strikes were in response to the large-scale ballistic missile attack that Iran launched against Israel on October 1.

Security Council Discusses the Effects of the War on Syria

The Security Council discussed the effects of Israel’s aerial incursions into Syria and the flight of Lebanese citizens to Syria.

Security Council Discusses the Attack by Iran and the Situation in the Middle East

The Security Council deliberated on the overall situation in the Middle East and the growing fear of all-out war. The Secretary-General demanded an end to what he called the “deadly cycle of tit-for-tat Violence”.

Iran Launches Second Missile Attack Against Israel

Iran fired about 180 ballistic missiles into Israel, leading to 1,800 rocket sirens sounding across the country. A Palestinian worker from Gaza was reportedly killed as a result of fragments of rockets that fell in the city of Jericho.

Netanyahu’s Sends a Message to the Iranian People

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a message directly to the Iranian people

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European Responses to Iran’s Attack

The European Parliament condemned Iran’s attack on Israel and called for de-escalation.

United Kingdom

Canada Imposes Further Sanctions Against Iran

In response to Iran’s attack on Israel, Canada imposed additional sanctions against Iran under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations.

Israel Strikes Back

Israel responded to Iranian missile barrage with a limited strike.

US and UK Impose New Sanctions Against Iran

US Department of the Treasury imposed new sanctions in response to the Iranian attack.

UK sanctioned further individuals and entities who have enabled Iran to conduct destabilizing activity, including its direct attack on Israel.

Security Council Meets on Iran’s Attack Against Israel

The UN Security Council was briefed on and discussed the Iranian attack on Israel, with concerns raised about the risk of a full-scale conflict.

Iran Launches Massive Attack Against Israel

Iran launched a massive barrage at Israel, estimated at more than 300 drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. This is reportedly the largest drone/missile attack ever. Israel responded, along with the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Jordan. Most of the projectiles were eliminated outside of Israeli airspace.