1. JaFaJ Israeli security sources reported that approximately 200 missiles were launched from Iran toward Israeli targets on the evening of October 1, 2024. Of these, Israeli sources confirm that fewer than 65 missiles reached their intended targets, while an estimated 133 were intercepted by the Iron Dome air defense system. A small number of rockets landed in unpopulated areas, including eight in Palestinian Authority (PA)-controlled regions. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for the attack, naming it “The True Promise Operation.”
Casualties
2. An Israeli military source confirmed that no Israeli fatalities have been reported in the October 1, 2024 attack. Additionally, there are no signs of severe injuries. However, a Palestinian laborer was killed by falling Iranian missile debris in Jericho, a city under full PA control.
Missiles Invade Jordanian Air Space
3. The Iranian missiles violated Jordanian airspace. Many Jordanians reportedly observed the missiles being intercepted by the Iron Dome. A Western military source stationed in Jordan confirmed to JaFaJ that all missiles targeting Israel originated from Iran, passing over Jordan. The U.S. Central Command reported no missile activity from Iraq or Yemen.
4. A month prior, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Al-Safadi made it clear that Jordan would not allow its airspace to be used by either Israel or Iran to settle conflicts. However, Jordan is unlikely to take action against Iran thanks to Al-Safadi regular visits has expanded diplomatic relations with the nation. This alone highlighting Jordan’s strong political relations with the Iranian government.
The Fattah Missile
5. Iranian state television announced the use of the Fattah hypersonic missile for the first time in combat. [COMMENT: The Fattah missile is Iran’s first hypersonic ballistic missile, reportedly capable of traveling at speeds up to 15 times the speed of sound. Built with Chinese technology and North Korean assistance, it can carry nuclear, chemical, or conventional warheads. The missile has a range of 1,400 kilometers and is designed to evade missile defense systems, though its effectiveness remains unconfirmed. END COMMENT]
Hamas Reaction
6. Hamas spokesperson Abu Ubaida issued a statement praising Iran for the attack, saying, “We congratulate the Iranian response that reached the entirety of occupied Palestine’s geography and delivered a powerful blow to the criminal occupation, which thought its aggression and arrogance could go unpunished.”
Israel’s Response
7. Israeli and Arab media report that Israel is preparing a significant response. An Israeli government source mentioned that Israel will respond proportionally to maintain deterrence, but the specifics of the response remain undisclosed.