Politics
Briefing: Israel says army working to intercept incoming Iranian missiles as it targets Hezbollah in Beirut
Strategic angle: Iran has begun firing barrages of drones and missiles early on Thursday as the war with the US and Israel nears the two-week mark.
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Updated 30 days ago
On March 12, 2026, Israel reported that its army is engaged in intercepting incoming Iranian missiles, which have been launched as part of a broader conflict that has now lasted nearly two weeks.
Air raid alerts were activated across Israel in response to the Iranian missile fire, indicating a significant escalation in hostilities.
In parallel, Israeli forces are conducting operations aimed at Hezbollah targets in Beirut, reflecting the interconnected nature of the current military engagements in the region.