Tel Aviv, October 1 — In a significant escalation of regional tensions, Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles targeting key Israeli military and security sites on the evening of October 1. The attack was in retaliation for recent Israeli actions in Iran, Lebanon, and Palestine.
Residents across Israel reported witnessing bright fireballs streaking through the night sky and hearing sirens blaring throughout the country. The unexpected assault occurred just as Israelis were preparing to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, which began on October 2.
“We were at a café when the alarms sounded,” said Arthur Vernes, a local in Tel Aviv. “Everyone rushed outside, and we saw missiles overhead. It was a frightening sight.”
The Israeli Defense Forces have yet to release an official statement regarding the attack. Emergency services were activated, and civilians were instructed to seek shelter immediately.
Vernes expressed a desire for peace amid the unrest. “If all parties involved do the right things today, maybe we can have peace tomorrow,” he remarked.
This incident marks one of the most significant escalations between Iran and Israel in recent years, raising international concerns about stability in the Middle East.
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Stringer Dispatch: Locals capture Iran's missile attack on Israel
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