At least three people have been killed in central Israel following the latest Iranian missile strike, multiple Israeli media outlets reported early Monday. According to The Jerusalem Post, Channel 12, and Ynet News, the fatalities occurred after a series of missiles hit populated areas, marking one of the deadliest retaliatory attacks since tensions flared between the two countries.
Emergency services rushed to the scene as sirens blared across central Israel. Eyewitnesses described hearing multiple explosions, with some areas reporting power outages and structural damage. Israeli officials have yet to release the names of the victims but confirmed that several others sustained injuries.
The Iranian strike follows Israel’s intensified campaign targeting what it describes as regime-linked infrastructure in Tehran. The back-and-forth barrage continues to escalate, pushing the region closer to full-scale confrontation.
Power Plant in Haifa Catches Fire After Missile Impact
In a significant development in the north, fires erupted at a power plant near the port city of Haifa following a separate Iranian strike. The UK-based maritime security firm Ambrey confirmed the incident, stating that flames were observed at the plant shortly after the attack.
Video footage analyzed by Ambrey reportedly shows Israeli air defense intercepting some incoming missiles, but at least two hypersonic missiles appear to have penetrated the defense shield and struck near the facility. While no casualties have been reported in Haifa so far, the incident has raised concerns over the vulnerability of Israel’s critical infrastructure.
Residents near the Haifa port reported loud booms and visible flames. Firefighters were dispatched immediately to contain the blaze, as authorities began assessing the extent of the damage.
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Tensions Spiral Amid Direct Strikes and Counterstrikes
The dual incidents—in central Israel and Haifa—highlight the expanding geographic scope of the Iran-Israel conflict. What began as targeted military operations has now spilled into direct attacks on urban centers and vital installations.
Israel’s military has vowed to respond “with strength” and is reportedly preparing further retaliatory operations. Meanwhile, Iran maintains that its latest strikes are direct responses to Israeli offensives targeting its capital and military assets.
International mediators, including officials from the United Nations and the European Union, have called for immediate de-escalation. However, both sides appear to be doubling down on their strategies, with civilians increasingly paying the price.
As the conflict continues to unfold, concerns grow that the region is inching toward a broader war, with unpredictable consequences for global stability.
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