Iran has launched a massive cluster missile attack on the capital of Israel.
As per a post on X, Iran has struck Tel Aviv.
The post says:
‘Rocks are coming to hit Israel.”
Iran has carried out cluster missile and drone attacks on Israel, including strikes near Tel Aviv, as part of an ongoing escalation between the two countries.
Other attacks in central Israel, including areas around Tel Aviv, have also led to casualties, with some incidents involving cluster-style munitions.
Iran’s latest attack
Iran has launched a large-scale attack on the Israeli city of Tel Aviv using cluster missiles.
According to media reports, these advanced missiles penetrated Tel Aviv’s air defence system and struck multiple targets, with loud explosions heard across several areas of the city.
Sources from Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that this was the first use of cluster warheads, which break into multiple smaller munitions mid-air, making it difficult for defence systems such as the Iron Dome to intercept all targets.
The attack reportedly caused damage to sensitive locations and military installations in Tel Aviv.
Sirens sounded across the city, forcing residents to take shelter.
Israeli authorities confirmed the attack, describing it as a red line being crossed and warning of a strong response.
How did the current war begin?
The latest phase of the conflict began on February 28, 2026, when the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian targets, including military and nuclear-related sites.
Iran responded by launching large-scale retaliatory attacks using ballistic missiles and drones against Israel and US-linked targets in the region.
As of late March 2026, this means the conflict has been ongoing for around three weeks (about 20–22 days).
Casualties on both sides
According to Al Jazeera, the following are the casualty tolls of both sides right now:
- Iran:
- At least 1,400+ people killed
- More than 18,000 injured
- Israel:
- At least 18 people were killed
- Over 3,700 injured
Separate reports suggest that individual strikes in and around Tel Aviv have caused smaller numbers of deaths but repeated damage to civilian areas.
Why does the Strait of Hormuz matters?
One of the biggest global concerns linked to the conflict is the Strait of Hormuz.
This narrow waterway connects the Persian Gulf to the open ocean and is one of the world’s most important oil routes.
Around 20% of the global oil supply passes through it (widely reported estimate)
Any disruption could affect global energy prices and trade
Iran has previously warned it could restrict access during conflict.
If tensions escalate further, shipping through the Strait could be at risk, raising concerns far beyond the region.
The ongoing strikes show how quickly tensions between Iran and Israel can escalate into a wider confrontation.
With casualties rising on both sides and key infrastructure being targeted, there are growing concerns about a prolonged regional war and its economic impact, especially on energy markets
For now, the situation remains fluid, with both sides continuing military actions and no clear sign of de-escalation.
Background
Iran and Israel have been rivals for decades, but tensions have increased sharply in recent years.
Key factors include:
- Israel’s concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme
- Iran’s support for armed groups opposed to Israel
- A series of covert and direct attacks between the two sides
The situation escalated further after earlier rounds of strikes in 2025, including a short but intense conflict sometimes referred to as the “Twelve-Day War”.
The current 2026 conflict is seen as a continuation and expansion of those hostilities.
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