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Missile Strike Injures 13 Amid Rising Israel-Iran Tensions

3/19/2026

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On March 18, 2026, a missile struck a hair salon in Beit Awwa near Hebron, injuring thirteen people, one critically, according to Israel Defense Forces (IDF), which attributed the strike to a cluster munition.
The episode follows Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iran that began in February, with 15 deaths in Israel and Iran launching daily missiles at Israel.
West Bank streets remain busy as families prepare for Eid al-Fitr.

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On March 18, 2026, a missile struck a hair salon in Beit Awwa near Hebron, injuring thirteen people, one critically, according to Israel Defense Forces (IDF), which attributed the strike to a cluster munition.
The episode follows Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iran that began in February, with 15 deaths in Israel and Iran launching daily missiles at Israel.
West Bank streets remain busy as families prepare for Eid al-Fitr.