At least 19 people sustained injuries in the northern Israeli port city of Haifa on Friday afternoon as a result of a missile barrage fired from Iran. This latest attack marks a continuation of daily missile strikes on Israel over the past week, following a significant Israeli offensive targeting Iran’s nuclear and military facilities that sparked renewed hostilities.
One of the missiles hit an area near the docks in Haifa, causing damage to buildings and shattering windows, which scattered debris across the vicinity. Images captured by AFP depicted a scene of destruction in the affected area. In a statement, Israel’s foreign ministry reported that the projectile landed “next to” the Al-Jarina mosque.
Details regarding the specific locations of missile strikes in Israel are often shrouded in strict military censorship, leaving the public without comprehensive information. A spokesman for Rambam hospital in Haifa confirmed that among the injured, one individual is in serious condition. A military official disclosed that roughly 20 missiles were launched toward Israel in this latest round.
According to Israel’s National Public Diplomacy Directorate, over 450 missiles and about 400 drones have been fired at Israel since the conflict escalated. The ongoing attacks have also led to extensive property damage, with the country’s tax authority reporting over 25,000 claims relating to damage inflicted on buildings during the conflict.
The escalation began after Israel initiated a large-scale series of strikes on June 13, prompting an immediate response from Tehran. Both nations have seen civilian areas affected by the violence, with accusations exchanged regarding the targeting of non-combatants.
Israeli authorities have reported at least 25 fatalities due to Iranian missile strikes. Conversely, Iran stated that Israeli attacks have resulted in the deaths of at least 224 individuals, including military personnel and civilians, although no updates on these figures have been provided since that initial report.
