On April 2, 2026, Iran fired a large number of missiles towards Israel. The attack took place just after US President Donald Trump’s speech in which he claimed that Iran’s military power had been almost destroyed. After this attack, air raid sirens started sounding across Israel and there were reports of missiles falling in many areas of central Israel including Tel Aviv.
What is the truth about the attack in Israel and Trump’s claims?
The Israeli military has confirmed that its defense systems were activated to intercept missiles fired by Iran. People in Tel Aviv and many parts of central Israel were instructed to evacuate during the attack. Donald Trump had claimed in his address that the new President of Iran has requested for a ceasefire, but Iran’s Foreign Ministry has declared this to be completely wrong. Trump has also threatened to attack Iran’s civilian power plants and oil facilities if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by April 6.
What was the impact on migrants and security living in Gulf countries?
This situation of war is now reaching other Gulf countries as well, which has increased the concern for Indians and other expatriates living there. Many serious incidents have been recorded in the Gulf countries in the last 24 hours.
Location Incident Details Impact UAE A Bangladeshi expatriate died in debris falling while intercepting a drone Kuwait Drone attack on Kuwait International Airport Fuel tanks targeted Israel Missile attack in Central and Northern region Several people were slightly injured USA (CENTCOM) Major US military action Attack on 150 Iranian ships and 12,300 targets British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called a virtual meeting of 35 countries to reopen the trade route. Trump has indicated that he is considering withdrawing the US from NATO because the allies are not helping in the war. According to Israeli media, Iran has used cluster weapons this time, which has caused damage in wide areas. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi has said that messages have been exchanged with the US, but there is no talk on ending the war.
