At least nine people were killed after an Iranian missile strike hit the city of Beit Shemesh, causing massive destruction in a residential neighborhood. Powerful explosions were reported as buildings sustained heavy structural damage, leaving several residents trapped under rubble. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the scene, launching rescue operations while ambulances transported the injured to nearby hospitals for urgent treatment.
Israeli authorities strongly condemned the attack, describing it as a serious escalation in the ongoing conflict. Security forces placed the country on heightened alert and urged citizens to remain close to shelters amid concerns of further strikes. The incident has intensified regional tensions, with fears growing over the possibility of a wider confrontation in the coming days.
