Iranian Missiles Kill 7, Injure 200 in Bat Yam, Rehovot Strikes

The coastal Israeli city of Bat Yam suffered extensive destruction and civilian casualties after an Iranian ballistic missile struck a residential building, marking a severe escalation in the ongoing conflict. At least six people, including children, were confirmed dead with several others missing under rubble as rescue operations continue amid widespread damage to 61 buildings in Bat Yam and nearby Rehovot. The attacks, which also triggered air raid sirens across the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, injured over 200 people, with many in serious condition. The Israel Defense Forces emphasized the deliberate targeting of civilian population centers by Iran, contrasting with Israel’s focus on military and nuclear sites in its retaliatory strikes. International diplomatic efforts are underway, with Germany, France, and Britain expressing readiness for immediate talks with Iran to de-escalate the conflict. The death toll subsequently rose to seven, with ongoing rescue efforts to locate the missing amid the crisis.