How Israel could retaliate against Iran

Officials say Israel’s options include attacks in Iran, such as on missile launchers or oil infrastructure, some have even called for strikes against its nuclear facilities.

The remains of an Iranian missile fired at Israel this week. Israel may target Iran’s missile launchers in response. Getty Images

James Shotter

Oct 3, 2024 – 2.20pm

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When Iran launched missiles at Israel in April, Benjamin Netanyahu’s government opted for a limited response, hitting back with a precision strike on an air defence system near Isfahan that showed Israel’s technological prowess, but did not force an escalation.

But following the 180-missile barrage from Iran on Tuesday night (Wednesday AEST) – which Israeli officials said was larger than anticipated – the Israeli response is expected to be less restrained. “Iran made a big mistake tonight,” Netanyahu said following the salvo. “And it will pay for it.”

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