Attacks on Israel from Iran: several critically injured
Photo: Israel’s medical service MDA (Getty Images)
As a result of attacks on Israel from Iran, a direct hit struck a building in the southern city of Be’er Sheva. Several people were injured, according to a statement by the director general of Israel’s national medical service, MDA.
A seven-story building sustained significant damage. According to medics, at least three people are in critical condition.
"Medics are treating three people in critical condition, a man around 40 years old, a woman around 30, and a young person around 20," MDA reported.
One person is in moderate condition, while five others sustained minor injuries.
Photo: site of direct hit in Be’er Sheva (x.com/Mdais)
While rescue operations were still underway, a third volley of rockets was launched from Iran toward Israel.
"The public is urged to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command. The Israeli Air Force is currently operating to intercept and strike where necessary to neutralize the threat," the Israel Defense Forces said.
The IDF also reminded citizens that the air defense system is not airtight, and therefore, it is critical to follow all safety instructions.
Background
On June 24, US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran had agreed to a full ceasefire, set to begin approximately six hours after both countries completed their final operations. He stated the ceasefire would last for 12 hours, after which the war would be considered over.
Media reports indicated that Israel agreed to the ceasefire on the condition that Iran halt its attacks.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that Iran was ready to agree to the ceasefire if Israel also stopped attacking its targets.
Shortly after, rockets were launched toward Israel.
