Sirens, Drones, and Rocket Fire: Building Hit in Herzliya and Strikes in Northern Israel
In Israel, preparations for a potential retaliatory strike on Iran continue. As part of coordination with the United States, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant may travel to Washington over the next few days
Photo: IDF Spokesperson's Unit
In recent days, air raid sirens have continued to sound across the country, with warnings of rocket fire being heard in various locations, including the Haifa Bay area and Ashkelon.
A rocket struck a nursing home in Herzliya, but fortunately, there were no casualties. Since the escalation began, approximately 150 rocket launches have been recorded toward the northern communities, and there has also been an increase in the number of drones sent into Israeli territory. One drone reached Herzliya and hit a building, while another drone was not intercepted by air defense systems.
The IDF Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, and the head of the Shin Bet, Ronen Bar, toured with the soldiers in northern Israel. In a statement, Halevi said, "We will continue; we will not stop until we bring the residents back to their homes."
Meanwhile, Israel continues preparations for a potential retaliatory strike on Iran. As part of coordination with the United States, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant may travel to Washington next week.
American and Israeli officials told NBC over the weekend that Israel has narrowed down its list of potential targets in Iran, with the main targets likely to be military and energy infrastructure.
According to sources, the IDF is ready for action and can move forward as soon as the order is given. However, there have been no signs of strikes on nuclear facilities or targeted assassinations, and Israel has not yet shared a possible timeline for the attack with Washington.
In Gaza, Reuters reported that the IDF attacked a camp in Jabalia on Friday to prevent the regrouping of Hamas forces. The death toll is estimated to be between 20 and 60, with dozens reported injured. Additionally, the IDF has reinforced its troops in Beit Hanoun, Jabalia, and Beit Lahia.
At the same time, news agencies in Beirut reported that Hezbollah is preparing for a prolonged war of attrition and has even established a new military command center.
Two UNIFIL soldiers were injured over the weekend by IDF fire, and the UN protested the incident. President Joe Biden called on Israel to avoid harming UN forces. According to information received by Reuters, Hezbollah still possesses powerful precision missiles capable of striking Israel.
