Missiles have struck Arad and Dimona after Israel's air defence systems failed to intercept at least two projectiles. Iranian state-linked media said the strikes on Dimona were carried out in response to alleged attacks by the US and Israel on nuclear facilities in Bushehr and Natanz. The Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, issued a statement after the strike in Arad, saying it was 'a very difficult evening in the campaign for our future'. He added: 'We will continue to strike our enemies on all fronts with determination.' The Israeli air force said it had opened an investigation into the apparent failure to intercept the missile that struck Arad

Source: The Guardian March 23, 2026 06:36 UTC