'We need to remain vigilant': Israel hails 'success' in blocking Iran’s unprecedented attack

The Israeli Iron Dome air defence system launches to intercept missiles fired from Iran. Picture: Tomer Neuberg/AP

Israel has hailed its successful air defences in the face of an unprecedented attack by Iran, saying it and its allies thwarted 99% of the more than 300 drones and missiles launched towards its territory.

But regional tensions remain high, amid fears of further escalation in the event of a possible Israeli counter-strike.