Morning missile attack from Iran sends millions of Israelis into shelters
Ten people were lightly injured running to shelters during a Tuesday morning missile barrage from Iran that triggered alarms across Israel, with at least two impact sites reported in the centre of the country — including a bus parking lot in Herzliya, north of Tel Aviv, where vehicles caught fire.
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According to initial reports, around 20 projectiles were launched at civilian population centres, with the majority intercepted or landing in open areas.
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• Sharon — Eyal, Tzur Itzhak, Hibat Zion, Yarkona, Pardessiya, Neurim, Beit Berl, Beit Yannai, Hod HaSharon, Haniel, Mishmeret, Beit Yithak - Sha'ar Hefer, Tnuvot, Ramot HaShavim, Mikhmoret, Matan, Tzur Natan, Elyashiv, Horashim, Even… pic.twitter.com/HavJLBxal0
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Magen David Adom emergency teams conducted sweeps across several locations following the recent sirens, confirming that no casualties were identified at the scenes. However, 10 individuals sustained minor injuries while making their way to protected areas and were receiving treatment from MDA personnel.
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According to an official update from the Israeli Health Ministry, a total of 154 people had arrived at hospitals following the overnight and morning attacks. Of these, four were in moderate condition, 130 in mild condition, five were suffering from anxiety, and 15 were still undergoing medical evaluation with their condition yet to be determined.
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The ministry noted that most injuries occurred while people were rushing to shelters or required psychological support, rather than from direct missile impacts.
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