Jerusalem: The Israeli army reported on Saturday that one of its aircraft came under attack by a surface-to-air missile during an 'operational activity' in Iranian airspace. The incident marks a significant moment in the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, involving military operations and retaliatory strikes.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Israeli army's statement detailed that the missile launch was identified during the operation, and the aircraft's crew followed standard operational procedures in response. The statement confirmed that the missile did not cause any damage to the aircraft, allowing the mission to proceed as planned.

The Israeli military acknowledged that its aircraft have faced multiple attempts to be targeted and downed by Iranian forces since the onset of their operations in Iranian territory. This acknowledgment highlights the persistent risks involved in these military activities.

The Israeli and US strikes on Iran commenced on February 28, leading to a series of retaliatory actions by Tehran. Iran has been conducting repeated drone and missile strikes targeting Israeli sites and Gulf countries that host US military assets, further escalating regional tensions.