Iran has launched a new wave of ballistic missiles against Israel soon after loud explosions were heard in its capital Tehran, as the two countries continue to trade heavy fire for a third consecutive day and as US President Donald Trump hints both at peace coming “soon” and at the possibility of the United States joining the conflict.In the latest salvo on Sunday evening, an Iranian missile lit up the sky above the Israeli port city of Haifa soon after Iran’s armed forces told residents of Israel to leave the vicinity of “vital areas” for their safety.
Israel’s National Emergency Service reported at least 15 people injured in Haifa. Reuters news agency also reported projectiles landing in Haifa with explosions reported on impact.
The Iranian attack came as residents in Tehran reported earlier on Sunday shuddering blasts in different areas in the heart of the city. Reports say missiles struck in Niavaran and Tajrish, in the capital’s north, and around the Valiasr and Hafte Tir squares in the city centre. Advertisement
Other cities attacked by Israel included Shiraz and Isfahan, where a military base of the Defence Ministry was hit. The Israeli army said it struck an aerial refuelling aircraft at Mashhad Airport in eastern Iran, describing it as its longest-range attack since launching operations again …
