15 injured, one seriously, as Iranian cluster munitions impact in central Israel
The Times of Israel • • world
Key Points:
- Fifteen people were injured, including one seriously, after an Iranian ballistic missile carrying cluster munitions struck central Israel, affecting Tel Aviv and nearby cities, with damage to homes and roads reported.
- Sunday saw six missile salvos by 2 p.m., following previous attacks in southern cities Dimona and Arad that injured hundreds and hospitalized dozens, many of whom were outside bomb shelters during the strikes.
- Israeli air defenses engaged the missiles but failed to intercept some, with the Israeli Air Force identifying the projectiles as likely from the Ghadr family; however, officials emphasized no systemic failure in air defense systems.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu urged residents to use bomb shelters during sirens, highlighting that those inside shelters have been largely protected, and condemned
