The White House has issued a stern warning to Israel, asserting that the United States will not participate in any retaliatory strikes on Iran following a recent escalation in tensions between the two nations. 

Senior administration officials revealed that over 300 drones and missiles were fired at Israel overnight, purportedly in response to an April 1st strike on Iran’s consulate in Syria.

Iran’s retaliatory action, described as unprecedented, prompted a swift response from Israeli, US, and allied forces, with almost all incoming weapons intercepted or shot down before reaching their intended targets. 

President Joe Biden reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to exercise caution and deliberate strategic planning in formulating a response to Iran’s aggression.

Speaking to reporters, a senior administration official emphasized the importance of careful consideration in the face of escalating tensions. 

The Biden administration believes Israel “got the best of it” in the exchange, with US officials pointing to the high rate of intercepted missiles and drones as evidence of Israeli military superiority over Iran.

The exchange of hostilities began with the killing of senior Iranian military commanders at an Iranian consular building in Syria, marking the first direct attack by Iran on Israel. 

US involvement in thwarting the Iranian offensive included the downing of dozens of Iranian projectiles by American aircraft and naval vessels, with more than 80 drones and at least six ballistic missiles intercepted over Iraq.

In a detailed update provided by US Central Command (Centcom), it was revealed that seven drones and a ballistic missile were intercepted as they prepared to launch from Yemen.