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Iran Escalates Missile Strikes on Israel Amid Ongoing Conflict

3/16/2026

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Iran (Islamic Republic of Iran) intensified missile attacks on Israel, causing injuries and property damage in central Israel.
On March 16, Iranian missiles wounded at least eight people in Beit Shemesh and Jerusalem.
Israel Defense Forces retaliated with extensive airstrikes targeting Iranian infrastructure.
Iran's foreign minister denied targeting civilians, while Gulf nations call on Iran to cease attacks as the conflict enters its third week.

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Iran (Islamic Republic of Iran) intensified missile attacks on Israel, causing injuries and property damage in central Israel.
On March 16, Iranian missiles wounded at least eight people in Beit Shemesh and Jerusalem.
Israel Defense Forces retaliated with extensive airstrikes targeting Iranian infrastructure.
Iran's foreign minister denied targeting civilians, while Gulf nations call on Iran to cease attacks as the conflict enters its third week.