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Explosions in northern Israel after attacks on Iran

The Iranian armed forces are also targeting U.S. bases in the region, according to Iranian television.

• February 28, 2026
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Israel’s flag used to illustrate the story(Credit: Euractiv)

Explosions were heard in the Haifa area in northern Israel on Saturday following launches from Iran, Israeli news outlet Ynet reported.

Earlier, air raid sirens sounded in several areas across Israel after missiles were identified as launched from Iran toward the country, the Israeli army said.

Israel launched attack against Iran early Saturday under the name ‘Lion’s Roar,’ declaring a “special and immediate” state of emergency across the country.

U.S. President Donald Trump also confirmed “major combat operations” in Iran aimed at defending the American people by “eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime.”

The Iranian armed forces are also targeting U.S. bases in the region, according to Iranian television.

(NAN/AA)

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