An Iranian ballistic missile launch sets off sirens in southern Israel.
A fire broke out at an industrial complex in southern Israel on Sunday, and the Israeli military said the damage was likely caused by missile fragments after a new barrage fired from Iran.According to the army, the collision occurred in the Neot Hovav industrial zone in the Negev Desert, sending thick columns of black smoke into the sky. Authorities said the fire may have been sparked by either a direct munition strike or debris from an intercepted missile.
The police confirmed that emergency teams are combing the area in search of additional fragments while working to remove any other danger to the public.
Later in the day, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed responsibility for striking an industrial facility in southern Israel with missiles.Footage from the site showed a badly damaged warehouse engulfed in smoke as firefighters battled the flames. Fire brigade commander Eyal Kaspi said the situation was under control and was expected to be completely contained within hours.Local authorities declared the accident serious, and ordered workers in the area to remain in protected areas.
Nearby residents have also been advised to stay indoors due to concerns about possible toxic leaks.Soroka Hospital in Beersheba reported treating six people with minor injuries following the accident.The Israeli army said that at least seven missiles were launched from Iran towards Israeli territory since midnight, with air defense systems activated to intercept the threats.Located about 12 kilometers from Beersheba, the Neot Hovav Industrial Park is home to more than 40 factories focused on environmental technology and industrial infrastructure.This is the second reported attack on an industrial facility in Israel since hostilities escalated on February 28, when joint US-Israeli strikes targeted Iran. Tehran has since responded with repeated waves of missiles and drones targeting Israel and other locations across the region.
