A missile launched from Iran managed to bypass Israel’s air defense systems and hit Dimona, a city close to Israel’s primary nuclear facility. The missile strike triggered air raid sirens in the area, although the Israeli military did not confirm interception. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries by the Magen David Adom ambulance service.
Dimona, situated approximately 13 km northwest of the nuclear site in the Negev Desert, was the target of the missile, as reported by Kan TV. The missile strike’s impact on Dimona remains unspecified, with no details on any resulting damage. The Shimon Peres Negev Nuclear Research Centre, commonly known as the “Dimona reactor,” is a heavily guarded facility in Israel.
Following a previous missile attack that injured 64 individuals in Dimona, Iran has continued to target the region. The recent strike on Dimona was believed to be in retaliation for an Israeli assault on the Natanz nuclear facility. Earlier in March, Tel Aviv was also hit by a missile from Iran, causing injuries and property damage. The missile, described as a cluster-type containing bomblets, caused significant destruction in various parts of the city.
In Tel Aviv, eyewitnesses reported hearing loud explosions and observing smoke rising from different areas. The impact of the missile between buildings resulted in a powerful blast wave that damaged multiple structures. Despite the destruction, shelters within the buildings remained intact, ensuring the safety of those inside. The Israeli military and rescue teams were promptly deployed to central Israel to respond to the reported impacts.
The ongoing conflict in the region, now in its 25th day, has led to heightened tensions despite claims of negotiations by U.S. President Donald Trump, which Iran dismissed as untrue. The missile attacks have triggered multiple air raid sirens across Israel, with the latest strike activating alarms in southern Israel, near Dimona’s nuclear facility.
