A ballistic missile launched from Iran struck a residential building in Dimona, southern Israel, resulting in injuries to over 40 individuals, according to Israeli emergency services. Among the injured is a 10-year-old boy who sustained moderate injuries from debris.
The Iranian state broadcaster IRIB reported that the missile targeted nuclear infrastructure in the city, describing the strike as a response to a previous Israeli attack on a nuclear facility in Natanz.
This incident marks at least the second attack on Natanz since the onset of armed conflict between Israel, the United States, and Iran that began in late February.
In the aftermath, Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, urged all parties to exercise military restraint to avoid a potential nuclear accident.
Iran has continued its retaliatory strikes, launching missiles toward Israel and Gulf states. On the evening of March 19, air defense systems intercepted projectiles over Jerusalem, while the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia reported attacks on energy and military sites early on March 20.
Tehran has warned it will show “zero restraint” in the event of further attacks on its infrastructure.
Conflict has also escalated in Lebanon, where local authorities report that Israeli strikes have resulted in over 1,000 fatalities, prompting renewed calls for a ceasefire.
Following comments from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, oil prices fell by more than two percent, as reported by AFP.
Since February 28, Israel and the U.S. have been conducting strikes against Iran. Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the objective of this military engagement is to dismantle Iran’s military capabilities and prevent the development of nuclear weapons. In response, Iran has targeted Israel and regional countries allied with the U.S.
A missile attack from Iran on a residential area in Dimona has injured over 40 people, including a child. The strike is part of escalating military actions between Iran and Israel, with both sides exchanging retaliatory attacks amid rising regional tensions.