(Israel Hayom) Lilach Shoval - The Israel Air Force attack in Yemen was carried out by 20 fighter jets, some of which were refueled in mid-air, and at a distance of more than 1,700 km. (1,000 miles) from Israel - 200 km. farther than Tehran. A security source said the decision to strike was made despite Israel's understanding that such an action would lead to prolonged exchanges of blows. This was because the assessment was that not responding to the UAV attack in Tel Aviv would be more severe - in terms of deterrence against Iran, Hizbullah, and the Houthis.
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