Iran launched a wave of ballistic missiles and drones into Israeli territory on Sunday, striking targets including hospitals and residential areas and wounding at least 21 people, escalating the already volatile conflict.
At a Glance
- Iran unleashed a missile barrage early Sunday, injuring at least 21 people—four seriously—in areas including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
- One missile struck Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, causing damage; patients had been moved underground beforehand
- Israel retaliated with airstrikes against Iran’s nuclear and military facilities, part of ongoing “Midnight Hammer” and “Operation Rising Lion” campaigns
- Civilian toll continues rising—over 430 killed and 1,300 injured in Iran; Israel confirms at least 24 civilians killed and hundreds wounded
- Diplomatic efforts remain stalled as Iran insists it “will not negotiate under fire,” while the U.S. considers deeper involvement
Morning Strike Disrupts Daily Life
Iran’s missile salvo struck across central Israel, including major cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, causing sirens and damage to civilian buildings. Emergency responders confirmed at least 21 injuries, with four seriously hurt, as reported by Reuters.
Soroka Hospital Hit During Evacuation
A missile hit Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, but most patients were safely relocated underground hours earlier. Despite evacuation efforts, 71 individuals were injured, according to Reuters.
Watch a report: Iran fires missiles at Israel after U.S. strikes
Retaliation Intensifies Regional Conflict
Israel responded with airstrikes targeting Iran’s missile and nuclear infrastructure—part of ongoing multi-pronged campaigns including “Operation Rising Lion” and the U.S.-led “Midnight Hammer.” Iranian sources report over 430 people killed and 1,300 wounded; Israel reports at least 24 civilian deaths and hundreds of injuries, as detailed by AP News.
Diplomatic Channels Go Silent
With Iran refusing diplomacy “under attack” and U.S. officials weighing deeper intervention, European-led peace efforts have stalled. Iran continues to prepare for further action, declaring it reserves “all options.” The UN Security Council has convened amid rising global concern, according to The Guardian.
This exchange marks a grim milestone in an already brutal conflict—where civilian infrastructure is targeted, hospitals are struck, and diplomatic negotiators are sidelined. With violence flaring and no end in sight, regional stability hangs in the balance.
