Missiles or missile fragments appear to have struck downtown Tel Aviv causing massive explosions.
Iran launched over 100 missiles at and air defences were seen intercepting the projectiles over the country.
CNN video appears to show that at least some of the missiles or large fragments have made it through ‘s lauded Iron Dome system hitting densely populated areas.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard confirmed that it had launched “tens of missiles” toward and threatened further attacks if retaliated.
The IDF has urged its citizens to ” remain in a protected space until further notice” and said “the explosions you are hearing are from interceptions or fallen projectiles”.
Iranian missiles appear to have got through Israel’s air defences. (Image: X)
Missile or missile fragment impacts in downtown Tel Aviv
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‘s army radio said that nearly 200 ballistic missiles were fired at from Iran.
All flights into and out of ‘s Ben Gurion International Airport had been suspended. Neighbouring Jordan’s airspace was also temporarily closed.
‘s military said moments before the attack: “A short while ago, missiles were launched from Iran towards the State of .
“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 .”