Nine killed in Israeli city of Beit Shemesh following Iranian strike

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At least nine people have been killed and 28 others injured in an Iranian missile strike on the central Israeli city of Beit Shemesh, according to the Magen David Adom (MDA) emergency service. The incident occurred on Sunday, following a day of retaliatory attacks by Iran.

The MDA reported that two individuals were in serious condition as a result of the impact. Search and rescue teams and a helicopter are currently operating in Beit Shemesh to evacuate those injured.

Israeli military officials stated that they are reviewing the circumstances surrounding the impact from the Iranian ballistic missile. The Israeli army’s spokesperson added that the situation is being closely monitored.

Al Jazeera reported on Sunday that this incident marks Israel’s highest casualty count since the attacks began on Saturday. Rescue workers continue to work to rescue people trapped under the rubble, raising concerns about the potential for further casualties.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will “make the confrontation more complex and dangerous”. President Masoud Pezeshkian also addressed the situation, stating that Iran’s enemies would be left “hopeless” despite his death.

The incident occurred as part of ongoing attacks by Israel and the US on Iranian targets. A 40-day mourning period was announced in Iran following Khamenei’s death.

Source: Al Jazeera