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Iran fires over 500 missiles at Israel-UPDATED-1

01 October 2024 22:52 (UTC +04:00)

Iran has launched a missile attack on Israel, firing nearly 500 missiles, APA reports citing The Jerusalem Post.

Previously, the newspaper said that at least 400 missiles had been fired at Israel.

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As tensions escalates in the Middle East, Iran launched a barrage of more than 400 missiles toward Israel, setting off sirens across the country and prompting widespread emergency responses, the Israeli military stated, APA reports citing India Today.

As the rockets streaked through the sky, Israeli defence systems were quickly activated to intercept the incoming threat. The attack marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations, drawing a stern warning from the United States, which vowed "severe consequences" should the situation spiral further.

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A short while ago, missiles were launched from Iran towards the State of Israel, APA reports.

You are instructed to remain alert and precisely follow the Home Front Command's instructions

In the last few minutes, the Home Front Command has distributed life-saving instructions in various areas across the country. 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.

The IDF is doing and will do everything necessary to protect the civilians of the State of Israel.