Israel estimates 1,000 Iranian missiles still threaten it as war grinds into second month
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Israeli media, citing military briefings, reports that Iran possesses over 1,000 missiles capable of reaching Israel, while Hezbollah in Lebanon holds an estimated 8,000 to 10,000 shorter-range rockets. An Israeli air force officer revealed the missile estimate, indicating a potentially prolonged conflict despite claims of achieving core objectives. Before the current conflict, Iran was believed to have around 2,000 intermediate-range missiles, with over 500 launched or destroyed since. At least 19 people have died in Israel during the conflict, including two in Haifa after a recent missile strike. The ongoing conflict raises concerns about continued attacks, as neither Iran nor Hezbollah show signs of de-escalation.
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At least 19 people have been reported dead in Israel during this latest conflict.
More than 500 Iranian missiles have since been launched at Israel and others destroyed on the ground.
Hezbollah’s arsenal in Lebanon includes as many as 10,000 shorter-range rockets.
Israel has assessed that Iran still has more than 1,000 missiles capable of reaching it.
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