LONDON: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stated on Sunday that British military jets had intercepted and shot down drones launched by Iran in its retaliatory attack on Israel. Meanwhile, Sunak called for maintaining calm to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
Confirming the interception, Sunak told broadcasters, “I can confirm that our planes did shoot down a number of Iranian attack drones. If this attack had succeeded, the implications for regional stability would have been significant. We stand firmly by the security of Israel and the broader region, recognizing its importance for our own security at home. What we need now is for rational thinking to prevail.”
Sunak was scheduled to participate in discussions with Group of Seven leaders later on Sunday. “It’s crucial that we coordinate with our allies, and we’ll be discussing the next steps during those discussions,” he added.
Iran Military Says Strike on Israel ‘Achieved Its Objectives’
Earlier today, The Iranian military said on Sunday its missile and drone strike on Israel, in retaliation for an attack on Damascus consulate in Syria has “achieved all its objectives”.
AFP reported that Iranian armed forces’ chief of staff told Iranian official TV that strike was fully successfully from last night to this morning and also achieved all its objectives. He said that they see this operation as complete, and this operation has concluded in their opinion.
The Iranian top military official said that there was no intention to further continue this operation. He called on Israel to avert taking further action against Tehran which according to Iranian military head would result in a “much bigger” reply. He also warned Washington against helping any Israeli action against Tehran.
Tehran has said it has attacked Israel in “self-defence” after the April 1st attack on its consulate in Damascus.
