Iran Strikes Tel Aviv, Haifa in Unprecedented Missile Barrage
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran launched a heavy barrage of missiles at Israeli targets early Monday, hitting Tel Aviv and Haifa and igniting large-scale fires and destruction, in what regional sources described as the most intense assault to date.
Iranian missiles struck deep into occupied territories, triggering air raid sirens across Tel Aviv, Haifa, and the surrounding areas.
Explosions were reported in eastern Tel Aviv, western parts of occupied Al-Quds, Haifa, and near Ben Gurion Airport, Israeli media confirmed.
Zionist media acknowledged that at least four missiles hit Tel Aviv and its vicinity.
Eight buildings were directly targeted in the strikes, according to Hebrew sources.
One of the most significant impacts occurred at Haifa’s oil refinery, where a massive fire broke out following a direct missile hit, as seen in footage circulating online.
Field sources told Al Mayadeen that Iranian missiles struck power and fuel infrastructure in Haifa, causing powerful explosions.
Zionist outlets admitted the Haifa refinery had been a key supplier of oil and energy to Europe, processing around 10 million tons of crude oil daily.
Bazaan chemical refinery, Israel’s largest, was among the targets, with a reported daily capacity of 200,000 barrels.
Water infrastructure in Tel Aviv was also reportedly damaged, with explosions affecting pipelines following the strikes.
The Israeli emergency service said four settlers were killed after Iranian missiles struck central parts of occupied Palestine.
Sixty-seven others were reportedly injured in central and northern areas.
The Israeli army claimed that approximately 100 missiles were fired from Iran, while other Zionist sources put the number at 40.
Al Mayadeen reported Iranian missiles struck military sites in the occupied Negev, hitting an Israeli army base in Galilee and causing fires.
A US military analyst told CNN that Iran's new-generation missiles displayed high accuracy and maneuverability, complicating Israeli air defense interception efforts.
Hebrew media highlighted growing panic among settlers, quoting some who said: “We have nowhere to run. Everyone shuts the door on us.”
Israel Hayom reported a severe shortage of shelters, stating that around 40% of Tel Aviv residents live in buildings without proper protection.
Tens of thousands of old buildings lack any shelters, sparking fears among Zionist settlers, the report added.
Iran’s retaliatory operation, named "True Promise 3," comes amid escalating Israeli aggression and is said to be more intense than previous phases.
Despite strict military censorship, Israeli media confirmed the death of three Israelis and over 100 wounded last night.
Emergency teams admitted many remain trapped under rubble in at least four hit locations.
The commander of Israel’s central district police acknowledged severe structural damage to numerous buildings in Tel Aviv and Haifa.
Reports also confirmed that a missile struck a fortified room in Petah Tikva, raising concerns even about the safety of supposed secure locations.
The wave of attacks, according to Hebrew media, extended from Eilat in the south to Naqoura in the north, setting off sirens across the entire occupied territory.
Explosions were also heard in Haifa, Acre, Upper and Lower Galilee, and Tiberias.
Iran’s missiles penetrated Israeli defense systems and reached the heart of the Zionist economy, striking the Haifa refinery, one of Israel’s most vital energy assets.
Sources confirmed the facility plays a crucial role in supplying Europe, sparking fears of an energy crisis.
Despite widespread damage, Israeli authorities imposed a total media blackout on the extent of destruction and casualties, leaving the real scale of losses unknown.