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IDF Accuses Iran of Targeting Kindergarten in Missile Strike

The Israel Defence Forces have shared footage they claim shows an Iranian missile with a cluster warhead striking a kindergarten in Rishon Lezion. Brigadier General Elad Edri stated the attack demonstrates the enemy's deliberate targeting of civilian populations. He noted the situation could have been catastrophic if children had been present at the time of the weekend strike. Concurrently, Iranian state media issued a warning that any attack on Iran's infrastructure would be met with more extensive retaliatory strikes.

Key Points: Iran Missile Hits Israeli Kindergarten, IDF Claims

  • IDF claims Iranian missile hit kindergarten
  • Strike occurred on a weekend morning
  • No children were present at the time
  • Iran warns of escalated retaliation
  • Conflict tensions rise in the region
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"Once again, we see how enemy aims targets at civilians"; IDF claims Iranian missile hit kindergarten

IDF shares footage of alleged Iranian cluster missile strike on a kindergarten in Rishon Lezion, warning of deliberate targeting of civilians.

"Once again, we see how our enemy aims their targets at civilian populations. - Brigadier General Elad Edri"

Tel Aviv, March 21

The Israel Defence Forces on Satirday shared footage from the site of a claimed missile strike in central Israel, saying an Iranian missile witha cluster warhead hit a kindergarten in Rishon Lezion.

In a post on X, the IDF said Brigadier General (BG) Elad Edri, Chief of Staff of the Israel Home Front Command, visited the site where the missile struck.

"Once again, we see how our enemy aims their targets at civilian populations. They try to kill and impact as much as they can," Edri said while standing at the location of the claimed impact.

Describing the strike, in the shared footage, he said the missile, identified as a cluster bomb, penetrated the kindergarten building on A Saturday morning, when many people in Israel are typically at home for the weekend.

"We are here on Saturday morning. It's the weekend in Israel. Most of the people are in their homes. But you can see here, the penetration of the bomb, a cluster bomb, into this kindergarten," Edri said.

He added that the situation could have been far worse if children had been present at the time of the strike.

"Fortunately, there weren't any kids in this garden. But just imagine what would have happened if kids were here, playing, staying during their daily routine," he said.

Edri further accused Israel's adversaries of deliberately targeting civilian areas, saying, "Once again, we see that our enemies aim their targets to civilian population. They try to kill and to impact as much as they can."

Earlier, Iran issued a strong warning to the United States and Israel, stating that any attack on its infrastructure would be met with more extensive retaliatory strikes amid escalating conflict in the region, Iranian State Media Tasnim News Agency reported.

A spokesperson for the Central Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters said that Iran's armed forces are prepared to intensify their response if aggression continues.

"Strike our infrastructure, and we will strike more important and numerous infrastructure of yours. We remain powerful and will remain powerful by the permission of God," the spokesperson said, as quoted by Tasnim News Agency, underlining Iran's readiness to escalate its military response.

He further stated that Iran is not only defending itself but also acting in the interest of regional security and the broader Muslim world.

"Iran is fighting not only in defence of itself but also for the security of the region and Muslims," the spokesperson added, as quoted by Tasnim News Agency.

- ANI

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Priya S
The situation is very complex. While attacking a school is terrible, we must also ask what led to this escalation? The report mentions Iran's warning came after threats to its infrastructure. The entire region needs de-escalation, not more statements that fuel the fire.
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Rohit P
As an Indian, my primary concern is how this affects global stability and oil prices. Our economy is sensitive to Middle East tensions. Both sides need to show restraint. War helps no one.
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Sarah B
The use of a cluster bomb in a civilian area is a serious war crime, no matter who does it. The international community must step in. It's sad that in 2024, children's safety is still not a priority in conflicts.
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Vikram M
With respect, I find the IDF's statement a bit one-sided. They are accusing the enemy of targeting civilians, but haven't they done the same in Gaza? Thousands of children have died there. We should condemn all violence against civilians, not just when it happens to one side. This hypocrisy needs to stop.
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Karthik V
This is a dangerous game of tit-for-tat. Iran says it's acting for regional security, Israel says it's defending itself. Meanwhile, ordinary people live in fear. India has always advocated for dialogue and peaceful resolution. Hope our diplomatic channels are working to calm things down.
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