Iran fires fresh salvo at Israel

IANS June 17, 2025 316 views

Iran launched a fresh missile attack on Israel, setting off air raid sirens across northern regions. One missile was intercepted, while others landed in open areas, with debris causing fires in Safed. The strike follows deadly Israeli airstrikes on Iran, escalating tensions between the two nations. Casualties were reported in earlier attacks, including fatalities in Petah Tikva.

"Fragments of a missile fell in Safed, sparking fire." – Kan TV
Jerusalem, June 17: Several missiles from Iran were fired at Israel triggering air raid sirens in Haifa and dozens of other cities and communities across northern Israel and the occupied Golan Heights, the Israeli military said.

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Iran fires three missiles at Israel with one intercepted

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Missile fragments cause fires in Safed

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Israeli airstrikes preceded the attack

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Eight killed in earlier Iranian missile barrage

Israel's Magen David Adom said there were no immediate reports of injuries, Xinhua news agency reported.

The country's state-owned Kan TV news reported that three missiles were fired from Iran, one of which was intercepted by the military and the other two fell in open fields. Fragments of a missile fell in Safed, sparking fire.

The missile attack came as Iran and Israel were trading aerial attacks following Israel's surprise and deadly airstrikes on Friday on Iran.

Earlier, Iran launched a pre-dawn missile attack on Israel, killing at least eight people and wounding dozens, Israeli officials said, as the four-day conflict triggered by an Israeli surprise assault intensified. The missile barrage set off air raid sirens across Israel. Plumes of black smoke rose above Haifa, a major coastal city in northern Israel, and eyewitnesses reported multiple explosions in the north and central regions of the country.

Local authorities confirmed fatalities in several locations. Four people were killed when a missile struck a residential building in Petah Tikva, a city east of Tel Aviv, according to Mayor Rami Greenberg. He stated that hundreds of residents from the damaged building and three adjacent structures were evacuated. Photos from the scene showed multi-story buildings with significant blast damage and scattered rubble.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This Iran-Israel conflict is worrying for global stability. As Indians, we know how tensions in West Asia can affect oil prices and our economy. Hope both sides show restraint - innocent civilians are suffering the most. 🙏
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Priya M.
While Israel has every right to defend itself, the cycle of violence needs to stop. India has maintained good relations with both countries - maybe our diplomats can play a mediating role? Our PM has good rapport with leaders of both nations.
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Amit S.
The missile technology being used here is scary sophisticated. Makes you wonder - if this escalates further, could it affect our region too? We share borders with China and Pakistan who also have advanced missile capabilities.
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Neha P.
Heartbreaking to see residential buildings being hit. No political agenda justifies killing civilians. India should offer humanitarian aid to affected families on both sides. That's what our culture teaches us - Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family).
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Sanjay V.
The timing is concerning - with global focus on Ukraine, this conflict could spiral out of control. India needs to be careful in balancing relations. We import oil from Iran but also have strong defense ties with Israel. Tough diplomatic tightrope walk ahead!
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Kavita R.
While condemning violence, we must acknowledge Israel's Iron Dome is impressive. India should learn from their defense systems to protect our cities from potential threats. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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