Iran launches new wave of missile attacks on Israel

WorldPolitics
16 Jun 2025 • 4:19 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Iran launched a new wave of missile attacks on Israel early on Monday, triggering air raid sirens and causing damage in multiple locations.
  • Explosions were heard in Tel Aviv as Israel's defence systems intercepted Iranian missiles, with plumes of smoke rising over the city.
  • Iranian missiles struck a residential building in Petah Tikva, causing significant damage to multiple apartments; rescue operations were underway on Monday morning.
  • Israel’s Magen David Adom emergency service reported treating 67 wounded people from missile strikes across four different locations.
  • Iranian state TV claimed at least 100 missiles were fired at Israel in retaliation for Israel's attack on Tehran’s nuclear programme and military leadership, escalating fears of a wider regional war.

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