Israel rescuers say 7 dead in multi-wave Iran missile attacks
24 June 2025 10:24
Beersheba, Israel (AFP/AP) At least seven people were killed in Israel in a multi-wave Iranian missile attack Tuesday shortly before a staggered ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump was meant to enter force, emergency services and the army said.Writing on X, the Magen David Adom rescue service said three people were pronounced dead at the scene of a strike in southern Beersheba while a fourth was added in an update to its figures.Another three people were "moderately injured" while 20 were treated for minor injuries and anxiety, it said.AFP footage from the scene showed rescue teams combing through the rubble and mangled slabs of concrete looking for survivors.Twisted metal jutted out of the top of the multi-storey block, which was partially collapsed down one side.Sirens rang out across Israel for around two hours from dawn as Iran fired six waves of missiles according to statements released by Israel's military.At around 8:00 am (0500 GMT), the military said the public could leave areas near shelters.The full extent of damage after 12 days of war is not known due to military censorship rules, but at least 50 impacts have been acknowledged nationwide and the official death toll stood at 24 before Tuesday's attacks.The ceasefire agreement, as outlined by Trump on social media in a surprise late-night post, would see the arch-enemies stop firing in staggered phases.
According to Trump, Iran would unilaterally halt all operations beginning 0400 GMT Tuesday, with Israel following suit 12 hours later.
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