NewsFeedA state of emergency has been declared in Arad, southern Israel after an Iranian missile strike. Emergency services are treating at least 70 people for injuries, according to Israeli media.Published On 21 Mar 2026
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State of emergency declared as Iranian missile hits Arad in southern Israel
On March 21, 2026, a state of emergency was declared in Arad, southern Israel, following an Iranian missile strike. According to Israeli media reports, emergency services are currently treating at least 70 individuals injured in the attack.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-21 · 22:02 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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On March 21, 2026, a state of emergency was declared in Arad, southern Israel, following an Iranian missile strike. According to Israeli media reports, emergency services are currently treating at least 70 individuals injured in the attack. The missile strike is the reason for the emergency declaration in the southern Israeli city. The extent of the damage beyond the injuries is currently unknown.
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An Iranian missile strike hit Arad in southern Israel.
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A state of emergency has been declared in Arad, southern Israel.
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Emergency services are treating at least 70 people for injuries.
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