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By Open Chronicle with agencies
A major security crisis unfolded on Sunday after Iran launched a large-scale missile attack toward Israel, according to Israeli media reports and official sources, marking one of the most significant confrontations between the two regional rivals in recent years.
Israeli public broadcaster Kan reported, citing sources familiar with briefings provided to political leaders, that approximately ten ballistic missiles were launched from Iranian territory toward Israel. The attack immediately triggered heightened alert levels across the country and prompted emergency meetings among Israeli political and military officials.
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Widespread Missile Launches Reported
Israeli newspaper Maariv reported that the scale of the attack was considerably larger than initially believed. According to its coverage, around 86 missiles were fired from multiple locations across western and central Iran.
The reported barrage targeted broad areas in northern and central Israel, leading to the activation of air raid sirens across numerous cities and communities. Residents in affected areas were instructed to seek shelter as Israel’s air defense systems moved to intercept incoming threats.
The attacks prompted the deployment of Israel’s multilayered missile defense network, including systems designed to intercept both short-range and long-range projectiles.
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🇮🇷 Iran's Khatam Al-Anbiya Central Headquarters – the IRGC's supreme military command – warning Israel it will face "more crushing blows" if it expands operations in southern Lebanon or retaliates for tonight's missile strikes.
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Air Defenses Activated
Israeli defense authorities immediately activated aerial and missile defense systems as the missiles approached Israeli airspace. Explosions were reported in several regions, though it was not immediately clear whether they resulted from successful interceptions or direct impacts.
Emergency services and security agencies were placed on high alert as officials worked to assess potential damage and determine whether casualties had occurred.
Authorities urged the public to continue following civil defense instructions while the situation remained fluid.
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Government and Military Response
Israeli security officials reportedly entered continuous emergency consultations following the attack. Political and military leaders are assessing the scale of the strike and discussing possible responses.
The missile launches come at a time of heightened regional instability, with tensions already elevated due to ongoing conflicts involving Iran-backed groups across the Middle East.
Officials have not yet released a comprehensive assessment of the damage caused by the attack, and investigations are continuing.
Regional Implications
The direct launch of ballistic missiles from Iranian territory represents a significant escalation in the confrontation between Tehran and Jerusalem. Analysts warn that such actions could further destabilize an already volatile region and increase the risk of a broader military conflict involving multiple actors.
The international community is closely monitoring developments, with concerns growing that continued exchanges between Iran and Israel could have consequences extending far beyond the immediate battlefield.
As emergency assessments continue, both nations remain on heightened military readiness, while regional and global leaders call for restraint to prevent further escalation.
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