New wave of Iranian missiles targets Israeli depth
Iran launched a new wave of missiles targeting Israel, prompting warnings and damage reports in various Israeli cities.
Early on Saturday morning, Iranian television announced the launch of a new wave of missiles aimed at Israeli territories, coinciding with reports from the Israeli Home Front regarding an early warning of missile launches from Iran towards broad areas in Israel. Israeli media reported significant explosions in central Israel following the Iranian missile attack, and sirens were activated in various locations including Palmachim airbase near Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, southern Israel, and Ashkelon.
On Friday evening, reports cited that debris or explosive warheads had fallen in Tel Aviv following the missile alert triggered by the incoming Iranian missiles. Independent assessments of the extent of damage or injuries were not immediately available due to an Israeli media blackout concerning losses incurred during the conflict with Iran. The Israeli military has consistently warned against sharing images or videos of the targeted sites to limit public information on the situation.
The Israeli Health Ministry stated earlier on Friday that 150 Israelis had received medical treatment within a 24-hour period, with the injuries of two individuals classified as "severe," bringing the total number of injured Israelis to 4,099. This ongoing situation highlights the increasing tensions between Iran and Israel and the immediate risks faced by civilians amid the ongoing conflict, raising questions about the broader implications for regional security and stability.