Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:14am on 14 Apr 2024,Sunday International
US intercepts Iranian drones en route to Israel following Tehran's retaliatory attack. UK pledges RAF interception support. Presidents Biden and Sunak condemn Iran's actions, affirming backing for Israel. US confirms downing "several" drones. Iran's strike responds to the killing of Quds Force commander blamed on Israel. IDF reports interception of majority of 200 missiles and drones launched by Iran. Biden rushes back to White House, convenes security meeting. Image released of Biden in situation room with top officials. Conflict escalation prompts Biden to cut short home state visit.
