United States will stand with Israel; Ohio lawmakers react to Irans drone strikes toward Israel WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio [Video]

OHIO — Ohio lawmakers spoke out in support of Israel condemning Iran after it launched several drones toward Israel on Saturday.

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The attack marked the first time Iran had ever launched a direct military assault on Israel, the AP reported.

On Sunday, Israel said its systems were able to thwart about 99% of over 300 drones and missiles that were launched from Iran.

Israel reopened its airspace on Sunday, according to the AP.

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Dayton-area Congressman Mike Turner, Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, spoke about the attacks on NBC’s Meet the Press on Sunday.

“Certainly, this is an escalation,” he said. “I think John Kirby is wrong to be able to say we don’t want an escalating um uh conflict. It …