Iran Fires New Salvo of Missiles – Explosions Hit Tel Aviv & Jerusalem

Iran fired a new wave of missiles at Israel early Thursday, marking the seventh consecutive day of hostilities between the two nations following last Friday’s Israeli strikes on Iranian territory. The attack triggered massive explosions in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, with one missile reportedly striking a major hospital in southern Israel.

Key Developments

• Sustained missile barrage heard in Jerusalem (7:10 am local time) and Tel Aviv
• Iranian state media broadcast live footage, claiming missiles “roared over Tel Aviv”
• Soroka Hospital in Beersheba hit directly, causing significant damage (casualties being assessed)
• Israeli military confirmed intercepting “dozens of ballistic missiles”
• Sirens sounded nationwide before authorities later allowed civilians to leave shelters

On-the-Ground Reports

• AFP journalists described the Jerusalem explosions as the “loudest since the conflict began”
• Hospital officials warned the public to avoid Soroka Hospital due to ongoing damage assessments
• Iran’s Fars News Agency actively documented the missile launches in real-time

Official Statements

Israeli Military:

“A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas across Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward Israel.”

Soroka Hospital Spokesperson:

“Damage to the hospital and extensive damage in various areas. We are currently assessing the damage, including injuries.”

Escalating Crisis

• The attack follows days of tit-for-tat strikes, beginning with Israel’s April 12 bombing of Iranian sites
• Marks Iran’s largest single missile salvo in the current conflict
• Raises fears of full-scale regional war as retaliation cycles intensify