
WASHINGTON —Iran launched its first direct military attack against Israel on Saturday. The Israeli military says Iran fired more than 100 bomb-carrying drones toward Israel. Hours later, Iran announced it had also launch much more destructive ballistic missiles and cruise missiles.
Kansas and Missouri lawmakers shared their thoughts on the attack.
The United States stands with the people of Israel against Iran’s unprecedented attack. I expect decisive action from the Biden Administration to defend Israel from harm and condemn Iran’s attack. We must make it clear that Iran’s behavior will not be tolerated.
— Senator Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) April 13, 2024
Now more than ever, America must stand unequivocally with Israel
— Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) April 14, 2024
We brought aid for Israel to the Senate floor FOUR TIMES since the unprovoked, brutal attacks on Oct 7th. Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats blocked our efforts every single time.
— Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) April 14, 2024
Actions speak louder than words. https://t.co/AvhYAnGM0m
Join me in praying for the people of Israel as they fight to defend themselves from ruthless attacks carried out by the Iranian regime.
— Rep. Jake LaTurner (@RepLaTurner) April 13, 2024
America must ALWAYS stand with our strongest ally in the Middle East—Israel. 🇺🇸🇮🇱
Fact.
— Eric Schmitt (@Eric_Schmitt) April 13, 2024
Good thing “the adults are back in charge.” https://t.co/fSrNeciOnS
The reported attacks launched by Iran against Israel confirms what we’ve know since the beginning.
— Rep. Mark Alford (@RepMarkAlford) April 13, 2024
Iran wants to see Israel wiped off the face of the Earth, but instead of funding proxies, they’ve taken action themselves.
America must stand with Israel, and do whatever…
Sending my prayers to the Israeli people.
— Rep. Jason Smith (@RepJasonSmith) April 13, 2024
We will ALWAYS have your back.
Iran had been threatening to attack Israel after an airstrike earlier this week widely blamed on Israel destroyed Iran’s consulate in Syria, killing 12 people, including two elite Iranian generals.
The Israeli Defense Forces said in a statement early Sunday the “vast majority” of missiles launched from Iran were intercepted outside of Israel’s borders. Israel has made missile defense a priority, with a variety of air-defense systems available to shoot down incoming missile and drone fire.
Israel and Iran have been on a collision course throughout Israel’s six-month war against Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip. The war erupted after Hamas and Islamic Jihad, two militant groups backed by Iran, carried out a devastating cross-border attack on Oct. 7 that killed 1,200 people in Israel and kidnapped 250 others.
An Israeli offensive in Gaza has caused widespread devastation and killed over 33,000 people, according to local health officials.