Several hurt as Iranian missile hits Jerusalem-area town; Hezbollah continues to strike north
The Times of Israel • • world
Key Points:
- An Iranian ballistic missile struck the Jerusalem-area town of Eshtaol on Saturday, lightly injuring 19 people and causing extensive damage to homes and vehicles; Israeli air defenses failed to intercept the missile despite attempts.
- Later, another Iranian missile salvo targeted the Red Sea resort city of Eilat, with one missile intercepted and others hitting open areas; no injuries were reported.
- Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen also launched a ballistic missile, cruise missile, and drone at Eilat, all intercepted by Israeli defenses without casualties.
- Hezbollah fired around 250 rockets over 24 hours, mostly targeting Israeli troops in southern Lebanon, with 23 rockets crossing into Israel; two Israelis have been killed by Hezbollah rocket fire since the conflict began.
- The IDF Home Front Command extended wartime guidelines until at least Monday night, maintaining restrictions on educational activities and public gatherings to ensure safety amid ongoing missile and drone attacks.
