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Iranian Cluster Munition Hits Israel; IDF Retaliates with Airstrikes

3/28/2026

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March 24, 2026, an Iranian cluster munition struck a bomb-safe room in Petah Tikva, Israel, marking the first direct hit on such a room.
The Home Front Command said the wall absorbed the impact, saving the lives of two children and their babysitter.
Earlier that day, Iranian missiles injured nine people in Bnei Brak.
The Israeli Defense Forces retaliated with airstrikes on Iranian targets, including an explosives facility.

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March 24, 2026, an Iranian cluster munition struck a bomb-safe room in Petah Tikva, Israel, marking the first direct hit on such a room.
The Home Front Command said the wall absorbed the impact, saving the lives of two children and their babysitter.
Earlier that day, Iranian missiles injured nine people in Bnei Brak.
The Israeli Defense Forces retaliated with airstrikes on Iranian targets, including an explosives facility.