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Iran’s Unprecedented Attack on Israel
Overnight on Saturday, Iran launched its first direct attack on Israeli soil, shooting hundreds of missiles and drones at multiple targets.
Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The Times, explains what happened and considers whether a broader war is brewing in the Middle East.
Guest: Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The New York Times.
Background reading:
- Here is what we know about Iran’s attack on Israel.
- The barrage made the Middle East’s new reality undeniable: Clashes are becoming harder and harder to contain.
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