Israel reports hitting Iranian launch sites and air defence systems in fresh “broad wave” of strikes

Israel reports hitting Iranian launch sites and air defence systems in fresh “broad wave” of strikes

JERUSALEM, March 4 — Israel’s military announced a “broad wave of strikes” on Iranian targets in response to missile attacks launched by Iran against Israeli territory.

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JERUSALEM, March 4 — Israel’s military announced a “broad wave of strikes” on Iranian targets in response to missile attacks launched by Iran against Israeli territory.

The strikes targeted Iranian launch sites, air defence systems, and other infrastructure.

Air raid sirens sounded across several parts of Israel overnight as the military intercepted incoming missiles. There were no major damages reported, though police confirmed that debris landed in the Tel Aviv area, lightly injuring one woman from shrapnel. — AFP

The sun is seen setting through a plume of smoke following a strike on the Iranian capital Tehran, on March 3, 2026. — AFP pic

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