According to a report by Iran's Nour News Agency on February 28, Iran launched dozens of missiles at Israel.
The Israel Defense Forces stated on the same day that they detected missiles being launched from Iran into Israeli territory. The Israeli air defense systems are intercepting the Iranian missiles.
The IDF said that alerts have been directly issued to mobile users in the relevant areas. The public should enter shelters and remain there until further notice.
Additionally, Israeli media reported explosions in northern Israel, along with air defense sirens sounding.
This is thick smoke captured in Tel Aviv, Israel, on February 28. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Chen Junqing
According to a report by Iran's Tasnim News Agency on the 28th, after facing an "aggressive" attack, Iran is prepared to launch a "devastating strike" against Israel.
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According to multiple foreign media reports, alarms sounded across Israel at 8:15 AM local time on the 28th (2:15 PM Beijing time). According to the IDF, the alarms are intended to provide the public with "advance warning of potential missile attacks." Additionally, people across Israel received warning text messages on their phones, alerting them to the "extremely serious" threat.
According to Reuters, the Israeli military announced the suspension of classes and the closure of all units except for essential services. Furthermore, Israel has closed its airspace to civilian aviation, and relevant authorities have advised the public not to go to airports.
Katz stated that Israel's attacks on targets within Iran are aimed at "eliminating threats." An Israeli Defense Ministry official, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that the U.S. and Israel had coordinated and planned this operation for months, finalizing the date of the operation weeks ago.
Al Jazeera reported on the 28th, citing U.S. officials, that the U.S. and Israel have launched a joint military operation against Iran, with the goal of destroying Iran's security apparatus.
Comprehensive report by Xinhua News Agency's correspondents
Iran launched dozens of missiles at Israel on February 28, 2023, prompting Israel's defense systems to intercept them. Alerts were issued to the public, advising citizens to seek shelter, while schools and businesses were closed. The airspace over Israel was restricted to civilian flights due to the threat.
- Iran launched dozens of missiles at Israel on February 28, 2023.
- Israel's defense systems intercepted the missiles.
- Public alerts were issued in Israel, advising citizens to seek shelter.
- Schools and businesses in Israel were closed as a precaution.
- The airspace over Israel was restricted to civilian flights.