In the shadow of threats from Tehran following the strike on Beirut’s Dahieh district, Iran launched missiles toward Israel on Sunday evening, triggering air raid sirens across large parts of northern Israel.
Minutes later, an additional early warning was issued for the area, followed by further sirens. The Home Front Command instructed residents to remain in protected spaces until Israel’s air defense systems intercept the threat. Magen David Adom (MDA) reported concerns over several impact sites in the Golan Heights, though no casualties were reported.
Our political correspondent Motti Castel reports that, following a series of consultations held this evening, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to convene a security assessment with the defense minister and senior defense officials.
Earlier, an IDF spokesperson said that following a situational assessment, preparations were underway for possible missile fire toward Israel in the coming hours.
“The IDF has reinforced its defensive capabilities and remains on high alert, prepared for a variety of defensive and offensive scenarios. Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and senior commanders are currently conducting ongoing assessments and closely monitoring developments,” the military said.
In the latest barrage, Iran reportedly launched a cluster-warhead missile at Israel. Such missiles pose a dual threat: the missile itself can cause significant damage upon impact, while unexploded submunitions scattered over a wide area may remain dormant after the attack.
These unexploded bomblets can detonate upon later contact, posing a serious danger to civilians even after authorities give the all-clear and residents are permitted to leave protected areas.