Americans Stranded in Israel Amid Escalating Conflict
A group of American tourists found themselves unable to leave Israel on Friday after intense military strikes between Israel and Iran forced the country to close its airports. The escalating vio.len.ce has disrupted travel and raised tensions across the region.
W*rplanes Over Tiberius: First-Hand Account
CNN’s Scott Jennings shared videos of Israeli warplanes flying over his hotel in Tiberius, near the Sea of Galilee, on Thursday night. From his balcony, he watched jets soar west to east. Jennings tracked emergency alerts but did not feel immediately threatened. “Definitely not getting out today. Lol,” he told the Daily Mail.
The most tense moments came while awaiting Iran’s anticipated retaliation. Relief washed over once reports confirmed all incoming drones had been intercepted successfully.
Missile Att.ac.ks and Air Raid Sirens in Tel Aviv
On Friday evening, the Israeli military warned civilians to seek shelter as dozens of Iranian ballistic mi.ss.il.es targeted the country. Smoke billowed over Tel Aviv’s skyline as the Iron Dome defense system intercepted many of the incoming missiles. Air raid sirens blared across the city, alerting residents to take cover.
Israel’s Major Air.str.ike and Security Measures
Early Friday, Israel launched a massive airstrike, deploying over 200 w*rplanes to strike Iranian military and nu.cle.ar sites. The att.a.ck reportedly k***ed at least four senior Iranian commanders.
During a rocket attack in Jerusalem, Scott Jennings was moved to a safe room. He observed that locals remained calm throughout and praised the Israeli military’s effective response, expressing that he felt secure amid the chaos.
Caitlyn Jenner’s Plans Disrupted
Caitlyn Jenner, visiting Israel for Tel Aviv’s Pride Parade, had her plans abruptly canceled due to safety concerns. Speaking to Israeli TV, Jenner shared that her daughter Kylie urged her to stay safe. “Don’t worry, I’ll keep myself safe, and they’ll take care of me,” Jenner reassured her daughter.