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Iran's Cluster Munitions Target Israel, Civilians Impacted

3/14/2026

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Iran has intensified its use of cluster munitions in missile attacks against Israel, challenging Israeli air defenses.
The munitions release multiple bomblets over wide areas and have caused civilian casualties, including two construction workers killed near Tel Aviv.
Analysts say Iran seeks to bypass missile defenses and exhaust Israel's interceptor resources.
The Israeli military warns the public about unexploded bomblets that can cause localized damage.

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Iran has intensified its use of cluster munitions in missile attacks against Israel, challenging Israeli air defenses.
The munitions release multiple bomblets over wide areas and have caused civilian casualties, including two construction workers killed near Tel Aviv.
Analysts say Iran seeks to bypass missile defenses and exhaust Israel's interceptor resources.
The Israeli military warns the public about unexploded bomblets that can cause localized damage.