Iran vs Israel | What is happening? | Explained by Dhruv Rathee

Summary

The video discusses the escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly focusing on the involvement of Iran in attacking Israel with missiles. It traces the recent missile strikes, retaliation actions, and the broader implications of the conflict, including the role of proxy groups like Hezbollah and Hamas. The video explores Israel's defense systems, such as the Iron Dome, David Sling, and Arrow System, while highlighting the geopolitical tensions between Sunni and Shia powers in the region. The narrative also emphasizes the human cost of war, advocating for peace and diplomatic dialogue in the face of ongoing violence.

Takeaways

• 😀 Iran launched over 180 ballistic missiles at Israel on October 1st, 2023, in retaliation for various actions taken by Israel, including airstrikes on Syria and assassinations of Hezbollah leaders.
• 😀 Israel's defense systems, including the Iron Dome, David Sling, and Arrow 3, are designed to intercept different types of missiles, but their effectiveness depends on cost and quantity.
• 😀 The conflict between Israel and Iran has been ongoing, with proxy groups like Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis involved, and Israel facing attacks from multiple fronts in the Middle East.
• 😀 The UN and several countries have called for de-escalation in the ongoing conflict, with many condemning attacks on civilians and urging dialogue and diplomacy.
• 😀 The current war in Gaza, which began with Hamas's October 2023 attack on Israel, has caused significant casualties and displacement, particularly among Palestinians, with over 41,000 deaths recorded as of September 2024.
• 😀 Iran’s 2023 Fatah missiles, launched during the October attack, are hypersonic and travel at speeds up to 18,000 km/h, making them highly difficult to intercept.
• 😀 The conflict is escalating due to retaliatory actions, with both sides claiming self-defense, but innocent civilians are the primary victims of these attacks.
• 😀 Hezbollah, a powerful Shia militant group, has been involved in the conflict for years, heavily armed and influential in Lebanon, and is considered Iran’s proxy in the region.
• 😀 Iran's missile strikes, including the October attack, come after Israel's actions, including assassinations and airstrikes on Lebanese soil targeting Hezbollah leaders.
• 😀 Countries like the US, Saudi Arabia, and European nations often align with Israel, while Russia and China tend to support Iran, reflecting the ongoing regional power struggles in the Middle East.

Q & A

Why did Iran launch missiles at Israel in October 2023?

Iran launched more than 180 ballistic missiles at Israel as a retaliation for Israel's actions, particularly the assassination of Hezbollah's leaders and Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. Iran viewed the attack as an act of self-defense in response to these provocations.

How did Israel's defense systems react to the missile attack?

Israel's defense systems, including the Iron Dome, David Sling, and Arrow 3, intercepted most of the missiles. The Iron Dome handled short-range rockets, David Sling addressed medium to long-range threats, and the Arrow 3 system intercepted ballistic missiles, even those launched from space.

Why is the cost of operating Israel's defense systems a concern?

The cost of operating Israel's defense systems is extremely high. For example, each Iron Dome missile costs $50,000, while the David Sling and Arrow systems can cost millions of dollars per missile. This makes it difficult for Israel to sustain a prolonged defense if too many missiles are launched at once.

What was the impact of Iran's missile attack on October 1, 2023?

The attack caused significant destruction, including large craters, particularly outside sensitive Israeli locations like the Mossad headquarters. However, Israel claimed that most of the missiles were intercepted, and only one casualty, a Palestinian in the West Bank, was reported.

What role do proxy groups like Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis play in this conflict?

These groups, funded and supported by Iran, are considered the 'Axis of Resistance.' They operate as Iran's proxies, carrying out attacks on Israel and other targets in the region. Their involvement has escalated the broader conflict, drawing in multiple countries and groups.

How did the international community react to Israel's defense in April 2023?

In response to the large-scale missile and drone attack on Israel in April 2023, countries like the U.S., U.K., and Jordan supported Israel by countering missiles and drones. This international support helped Israel mitigate some of the damage caused by the attack.

Why did Iran justify its missile strikes as 'self-defense'?

Iran justified its missile strikes as 'self-defense' in retaliation for Israel's assassination of key Hezbollah leaders and airstrikes in Lebanon. Iran's government described the missile launch as a limited response, highlighting that it could have caused greater destruction.

What are the differences between rockets and missiles, according to the video?

Rockets are small projectiles launched from the ground, often with imprecise targeting. In contrast, missiles, like those launched by Iran, are much larger and equipped with precision targeting capabilities. Missiles can travel outside Earth's atmosphere and return to their targets with exact precision.

What were the key reasons behind the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah?

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah traces back to historical tensions, including Israel's occupation of southern Lebanon, which lasted for 22 years. Hezbollah's goal is the destruction of the Israeli state, and their actions are often backed by Iran. The 2006 war and the recent escalations have intensified this ongoing conflict.

How have Iran's recent missile developments, like the Fatah and Shahab-3 missiles, affected the conflict?

Iran's new missile developments, such as the Fatah hypersonic ballistic missile and the Shahab-3 with a range of over 2,000 km, have significantly increased the threat to Israel. These missiles can travel at extremely high speeds and with precision, making it difficult for Israel's defense systems to intercept them.