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Iran’s anticipated ballistic missile attack against Israel is now underway, according to various news reports, citing an Israeli source.
Yingst said initial reports indicate that around 100 missiles have been fired toward Israel. Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system could be seen intercepting the projectiles.
The attack appears to be unfolding in waves. The IDF released a statement saying “Iran’s attack is continuing” and “the Aerial Defense Array is currently identifying and intercepting launches.”
Iran previously launched a failed missile attack on Israel in April of this year.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said this latest barrage of missiles is in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut, Lebanon, in an Israeli airstrike late last week and the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in July, according to Yingst.
The Israeli Defense Forces said in a statement earlier that “A short while ago, missiles were launched from Iran towards the State of Israel.”
“In the last few minutes, the Home Front Command has distributed life-saving instructions in various areas across the country,” the IDF said.
“The public is asked to adhere to the Home Front Command’s guidelines. Upon hearing a siren, you must enter a protected space and remain there until further notice.”
Sirens could be heard going off across Israel during the attack.
“The IDF is doing and will continue to do everything necessary to protect the civilians of Israel. The IDF is fully prepared for both defense and offense at peak readiness,” IDF Spokesperson Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said in a statement.
“Continue to act responsibly and keep calm, as you have done so far, and make sure to follow the guidelines. We are strong and can handle this event as well,” he added.
With Fox News report
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