Iran has escalated its rocket strikes against Israel since the early hours of Sunday, prompting millions of Israelis to take refuge in shelters, according to Yedioth Ahronoth. Reports indicate that 15 people were injured in the chaos that ensued as civilians rushed for safety. Haaretz noted that there were five separate waves of missiles launched from Iran in under one hour, targeting central and southern regions of Israel, with Israeli air defenses managing to intercept three ballistic missiles.

In response to these threats, the Israeli military has activated air raid sirens in multiple locations across the country, including Tel Aviv and its surroundings, in anticipation of further strikes. The Israeli Home Front Command reported renewed siren activity in the Negev and several other areas in southern Israel, as the situation escalated with missile launches detected from Iranian territory. This ongoing wave of attacks has heightened tensions and concerns over the security of the Israeli population.

At the same time, El Al, the Israeli airline, has announced that it has moved all its planes out of Israel, effectively closing the airspace to commercial flights as a precautionary measure. This drastic step underscores the severity of the current situation, as both civilians and authorities work to minimize risks and ensure safety amid ongoing hostilities. The implications of these developments could potentially influence regional security dynamics in the Middle East as the conflict escalates.