Iran launches rockets towards Israel: What is known
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Iran launched missiles from its territory towards Israel. Shortly before this, there were warnings about a possible attack.
Read below for more on the Iranian attack on Israel in the material by RBC-Ukraine.
According to the IDF, instructions for saving lives have been disseminated in various regions throughout Israel.
"Remain alert and precisely follow the home front command's instructions. Upon hearing a siren, you must enter a protected space and remain there until further notice," the statement said.
According to their data, all Israeli civilians are in bomb shelters.
"We are closely monitoring the threat. We ask the public to adhere to the instructions of the Home Front Command. Fire from Iran could be extensive," stated IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari.
At 08:40 Kyiv time, the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) announced that civilians were allowed to leave shelters across the entire country.
"We request that the public continue to follow the Home Front Command's guidelines," the message stated.
What is happening in Israel during the attack
As reported by the IDF, the air defense system is currently identifying and intercepting launches.
In Tel Aviv, near the Dead Sea, in the south, and in the Sharon region, there have been reports of numerous sites where shrapnel or missiles have fallen. There have been no reports of casualties so far, although all Israelis have been ordered to take shelter.
How many rockets have been launched
According to The Jerusalem Post, over 100 rockets have been launched from Iranian territory towards Israel.
Earlier, media reported that Iran could launch around 250 rockets at Israel.
Sirens continue to sound across Israel amid an Iranian missile attack.
— Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian (@manniefabian) October 1, 2024
Some media reports in Israel suggest that over 100 missiles have been launched in the attack. pic.twitter.com/BJ8R3H6XSw
Updated at 08:04 PM Kyiv time
The Jerusalem Post reports that Iran has launched approximately 400 rockets at Israel.
Updated at 08:20 PM Kyiv time
According to media reports, Iran has already launched over 500 rockets at Israel.
After the completion of the attack, the news agency updated its data, stating that Iran launched 181 rockets at Israel.
World reaction to the shelling of Israel
As reported by The Times of Israel, US President Joe Biden is meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris and their national security advisers to discuss the impending Iranian attack on Israel, which has already occurred by that time.
Jordan has also announced a temporary suspension of air traffic. Meanwhile, the Israeli airport administration claims that there are no departures or arrivals at all Israeli airports.
In particular, it is known that several Lufthansa flights and one Swiss Air flight were redirected back to Frankfurt, Germany, and Turkiye as they approached Iranian airspace.
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What is known about the victims
According to local media, only two people are reported to have been injured in Israel as a result of the Iranian missile attack on the country. They were provided with medical assistance.
What preceded
Today, October 1, Israeli forces entered Lebanese territory as part of an operation against Hezbollah.
This attack is aimed at the infrastructure of the terrorists located in southern Lebanon that pose a threat to Israel.
Sources: the IDF press service, The Jerusalem Post, ABC News, and The Times of Israel.
