Iran launches massive missile barrage towards Israel, no injuries reported | WATCH
Sirens sounded across most of the country; 4 separate launches; 15 missiles were launched, most intercepted; one missile fell near Ashdod, another fell in the north near Safed. During the current conflict, Iran has launched about 500 missiles and over 1,000 drones at population centers.
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Iran launched a barrage of missiles at northern, central and southern Israel this morning (Monday), triggering air raid sirens across much of the country. According to the IDF, 15 missiles were fired toward Israeli territory, with the majority successfully intercepted by Israel’s missile defense systems. Despite the widespread alarms, no injuries have been reported.
MDA CEO Eli Bean in a live broadcast on Galei Tzahal reported that there are no casualties as a result of the 4 barrages.
One missile managed to evade interception and landed in an open area near Ashdod, causing no damage or casualties.
In a message from the Israel Electric Corporation: Due to damage near a strategic infrastructure facility of the Electric Company in the south of the country, disruptions in electricity supply are being recorded for several communities in the area.Teams from the Electric Company are on their way to several locations in the field to restore electricity supply as soon as possible. The actions include repairing infrastructure and neutralizing safety hazards, and are being conducted in coordination with security forces.
Another fell in the north near Safed. The Home Front Command has urged the public to remain vigilant and follow official safety instructions as tensions remain high.
The IDF says the air defense system is actively intercepting threats and continues to operate around the clock.
Civilians are urged to follow all Home Front Command instructions and NOT to share photos or videos of impact sites.
One of the missiles is believed to be a cluster bomb.
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