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Arad Residents Fear Inadequate Shelters Amid Missile Threats

3/29/2026

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Residents of Arad fear inadequate public shelters amid ongoing Iranian missile threats, following a recent attack that injured 115 people.
Shelters are aging and often repurposed as synagogues, leaving them unfit for emergencies.
Mayor Yair Maayan faces backlash for prioritizing conversions over necessary upgrades.
Lawmaker Naor Shiri urges police to ensure shelter access for all residents.

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Story summary

Residents of Arad fear inadequate public shelters amid ongoing Iranian missile threats, following a recent attack that injured 115 people.
Shelters are aging and often repurposed as synagogues, leaving them unfit for emergencies.
Mayor Yair Maayan faces backlash for prioritizing conversions over necessary upgrades.
Lawmaker Naor Shiri urges police to ensure shelter access for all residents.