A fire erupted in central Israel following Iran’s latest missile attack, according to reports published on March 15, 2026. Israeli Army Radio stated that most of the missiles launched by Iran were intercepted by Israel’s air defense system, while some landed in open areas. No casualties have been reported so far.

Debris from one of the defensive missiles destroyed midair fell in the city of Ramla, causing a fire at a site in the area. Firefighting and rescue teams were dispatched promptly to control the blaze. Preliminary reports confirmed that the situation was brought under control and no injuries occurred.

The incident highlights the continuing tension between Iran and Israel, with both sides maintaining heightened alert following repeated missile exchanges in recent weeks.

Israeli military prosecutors have withdrawn charges against five soldiers accused of raping and sexually assaulting a Palestinian detainee at the Sde Teiman detention center. The decision was announced on Thursday, according to a statement from the Israeli army cited by Al Jazeera. The army said the charges were dropped due to significant developments that occurred after the indictment was filed.

The alleged assault took place in July 2025 at the Sde Teiman facility, located in Israel’s Negev desert. Reports said the detainee suffered severe injuries, including rectal tearing. Israeli media, including the state broadcaster Kan, previously reported that the victim was later sent to Gaza on October 13, 2025, as part of a prisoner exchange deal with Hamas.

Sde Teiman has gained notoriety for alleged human rights abuses against Palestinian detainees, including beatings, prolonged restraints, and denial of medical care. Both Palestinian and Israeli media, as well as human rights groups, have compared the facility to the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay.

An Iranian missile strike hit central Israel, setting a building ablaze, according to the Israeli military. Footage from the scene showed a column of smoke and flames rising beside a road, while emergency crews responded quickly to the incident. The strike appeared to have targeted a warehouse in the affected area.

The Israeli military identified the attack as originating from Iran, marking a direct strike that caused visible damage in central Israel. First responders were seen working to contain the fire and assess the extent of the destruction. No further details about casualties or the scale of the damage were provided in the initial reports.

Authorities were continuing to investigate the site and determine the full impact of the missile strike, as emergency operations remained underway.

Reports from Iranian and Israeli media indicate that Israel’s laser-controlled air defense system, known as ‘Iron Radiation,’ has failed to intercept recent Iranian missile attacks. According to the Israeli publication Globes, the system, which was expected to protect northern Israel and occupied Palestinian territories from new-generation Iranian missiles, proved ineffective during a major Iranian strike on Tuesday night. The report described Israel’s efforts to counter the missiles as a nightmare scenario.

Globes further criticized Israel’s so-called ‘defense revolution,’ noting that the system could not even stop drones launched by Hezbollah. Despite being heavily promoted as a breakthrough technology worth several hundred million shekels, the system failed to perform as promised. The publication suggested that the weakness of the ‘Iron Radiation’ system was a key reason behind Israel’s inability to repel the Iranian assault.

The failure raises questions about Israel’s air defense capabilities against advanced missile threats from Iran and its regional allies, as highlighted in the report.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Iran has suffered major losses from joint Israeli and US attacks, asserting that his country is becoming stronger. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, he declared that 'Iran is no longer the same Iran,' marking his first public comment on the ongoing conflict with Tehran. Netanyahu said that the strikes, which began on February 28, killed top Iranian nuclear scientists and inflicted heavy damage on the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Basij forces.

He claimed that Iran failed to move its nuclear and ballistic programs underground before the attacks began. When asked about Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, Netanyahu said he would not take out 'life insurance' for them, implying no guarantees for their safety. He described Khamenei as a 'puppet of the Revolutionary Guard' who cannot appear publicly. Recently, Khamenei’s remarks were read on Iranian state television by a news presenter.

The comments underscore Israel’s portrayal of recent operations as a strategic success against Iran’s military and nuclear infrastructure.

Iran has reportedly carried out a cyberattack that disabled Israel’s railway system, according to Iranian news agency Fars. The report stated that Israel’s railway network was hacked and rendered inoperative, with warnings that no Israeli railway station would be safe until further notice.

At the same time, Israel’s Defense Forces announced that Iran had launched new missile attacks targeting Israeli territory. The IDF confirmed through its official Telegram channel that missiles fired from Iran were detected and that Israel’s defense systems were working to intercept the threats.

The developments come amid escalating hostilities between the two countries, with reports of widespread Iranian attacks on Israel within the past 24 hours resulting in injuries to 179 people, according to the source.

Iran carried out extensive attacks on Israel over the past 24 hours, injuring 179 people, according to Israel’s Health Ministry. The ministry said most of the injured were not in serious condition and were receiving initial treatment at medical facilities. Since the start of the ongoing conflict, a total of 2,745 people have been injured in Israel. Authorities attributed the casualties to missile strikes and the deteriorating security situation, adding that emergency medical services have been reinforced.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that this marks the 40th phase of its new wave of attacks in the Middle East. The IRGC stated that the strikes targeted Israeli and U.S. military sites in the region. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya military command said drones and various missiles, including Qadr, Emad, Kheibar Shekan, and Fattah, were used in the operation.

According to Iranian claims, missiles were launched toward Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Haifa, as well as U.S. military bases in Jordan’s Al-Azraq and Saudi Arabia’s Al-Kharj.

Lebanese armed group Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for a series of overnight attacks targeting several Israeli military bases and cities. According to the group, drone strikes were carried out on the Yara barracks in northern Israel, while missile attacks targeted the Beit Lid base, the Glilot base near Tel Aviv, and the Atlit base near Haifa. Hezbollah also said it launched artillery fire at Israeli troops stationed in southern Lebanon and fired drones and rockets toward the coastal city of Nahariya.

The group further claimed that a radar installation at the Marine Air Operations Command and Control base was damaged during one of the drone strikes conducted on Wednesday. The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not include any confirmation or response from Israeli authorities regarding the alleged attacks.

The extent of the damage or casualties resulting from these claimed operations remains unclear, as no independent verification was provided in the source report.

Iran has launched a new missile attack on Israel, according to a statement from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Thursday. The IDF announced through its official Telegram channel that missiles fired from Iran toward Israeli territory were detected, and Israel’s defense systems were actively working to intercept the threat.

The report also noted that an Iranian security official, speaking to Al Jazeera on condition of anonymity, warned that the ongoing conflict could soon enter a new phase due to continued U.S. and Israeli attacks. The official reiterated that Iran had previously cautioned against such actions, suggesting that further escalation could make the situation more complex.

The renewed missile strike follows a series of recent attacks and rising tensions in the region, including incidents in the Persian Gulf and Hormuz Strait, where multiple ships have been targeted.

Eight Arab and Muslim countries have jointly condemned Israel for keeping Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque closed for 12 consecutive days during the holy month of Ramadan. In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and Qatar denounced the closure and related restrictions.

The ministers stated that the security restrictions and discriminatory bans on prayers and worship in Jerusalem and its mosques constitute a grave violation of international law and humanitarian norms. They rejected Israel’s actions against worshippers at Al-Aqsa and asserted that Israel holds no sovereignty over occupied Jerusalem or its Islamic and Christian holy sites. The statement emphasized that the Al-Aqsa compound is exclusively for Muslims and that its administration belongs solely to Jordan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs through the Jerusalem Endowments and Al-Aqsa Affairs Department.

The countries urged Israel to immediately reopen the mosque gates and allow Muslim worshippers access, calling on the international community to pressure Israel to end these violations.

Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for a new attack on Israel, saying it targeted the northern city of Shtula. The Lebanese armed group stated that the assault was carried out in retaliation for recent Israeli airstrikes in Beirut, which had struck the Lebanese capital multiple times.

According to the report, Hezbollah’s rocket barrage coincided with Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel. Israeli sources claimed that at least 100 rockets were launched jointly by Iran and Hezbollah. The escalation follows a series of heavy strikes by Israel on Beirut and broader regional tensions involving Iran.

The latest exchange marks another surge in hostilities between Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran, raising concerns of a wider regional conflict if the attacks continue.

Tensions along the Lebanon–Israel border have sharply escalated as Hezbollah launched hundreds of rockets toward northern Israel, overwhelming the Iron Dome defense system. Air raid alerts were issued in Haifa, Acre, and Krayot, causing widespread panic and the closure of schools and offices. The attacks also included drones, short-range missiles, and commando operations targeting military bases and installations, including sites in Tel Aviv. Israeli ambulance service Magen David Adom reported at least 16 injuries.

Israeli intelligence described Hezbollah’s rockets as heavy, fast, and long-range, capable of reaching southern Israel. Military analysts warned that Israel faces severe strain fighting on both the Gaza and Lebanon fronts simultaneously, with limited reserves and air defense capacity. Experts estimated that industrial regions in Haifa and Galilee could suffer up to 40% economic damage if dual-front conflict continues. The U.S. administration has reportedly advised Israel to avoid direct war with Hezbollah.

In Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 400 people, leaving many displaced. Humanitarian agencies are operating near the border as civilians seek safety amid ongoing bombardments.

According to Al Jazeera, Hezbollah launched multiple rounds of rocket attacks on Israel within minutes, coinciding with Iran’s recent missile strikes. Israel claimed that at least 100 rockets were fired jointly by Iran and Hezbollah. In response, the Israeli military instructed civilians to move to safe shelters as explosions were reported in several northern cities.

Al Jazeera’s correspondent reported loud explosions and warning sirens in Kiryat Shmona and Haifa, two cities in northern Israel. The attacks marked a significant escalation in the region, linking Hezbollah’s operations from Lebanon with Iran’s direct missile involvement.

The situation has heightened security alerts across northern Israel, though the full extent of damage or casualties was not immediately clear from the initial reports.

Israel’s Justice Ministry’s Pardon Department has reportedly declined to recommend granting a pardon to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his ongoing corruption case. The ministry confirmed on Wednesday that the department had prepared its legal opinion and sent it to Heritage Minister Eliyahu, who was assigned by Justice Minister Yariv Levin to oversee the administrative process. The report will next be forwarded to President Isaac Herzog, who will make the final decision on whether to grant the pardon.

According to The Times of Israel, Netanyahu’s application did not meet the legal requirements for a pardon because his trial is still ongoing and no conviction has been reached. He also did not admit guilt or express remorse in his application. Israel’s Supreme Court had previously ruled that pardons could be granted before conviction only if the accused admitted to the charges.

The report also noted that U.S. President Donald Trump was pressuring President Herzog to pardon Netanyahu, but Herzog stated he would decide independently. Netanyahu’s trial, involving charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, has been underway since 2020.

Iran and Lebanon have launched a series of missile and drone attacks targeting various locations across Israel. As the strikes intensified, millions of Israelis rushed to shelters, with many unable to reach safety in time. According to Al Jazeera’s correspondent Nida Ibrahim reporting from Ramallah, residents are spending sleepless nights in shelters amid ongoing fear of further attacks.

Ibrahim reported that Iran’s continued missile strikes have placed Israel’s radar systems under threat, reducing their ability to issue timely alerts. The situation has made it increasingly difficult to detect missile launches from Iran. On Tuesday night alone, at least six missiles were fired from Iran, while repeated sirens sounded due to threats from Lebanon. Some drones reportedly evaded Israel’s defense systems and penetrated deep into its territory.

Israel has warned about new missile threats from Iran, particularly concerning fragmented warheads that cause extensive damage upon explosion. It also stated that Hezbollah has developed a new long-range missile, heightening regional security concerns.