Why Iran's failed attack on Israel may well turn out to be a strategic success

Hall, Gavin E.L. (2024) Why Iran's failed attack on Israel may well turn out to be a strategic success. The Conversation.

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Abstract

As midnight approached on April 13, over 300 weapons were launched from Iran towards Israel. This included 185 drones, 110 ballistic missiles and 36 cruise missiles. The vast majority were shot down by Israel’s Iron Dome air defence system with help from the UK, the US and neighbouring Jordan. The lack of impact on the ground has led many to describe the attack as a tactical failure. But the first direct assault on Israel by Iran may well turn out to be a strategic success. The timing of the strike is crucial, orchestrated to expose divisions both within Israel and between Israel and the US.

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