BREAKING: Missiles have been launched from Iran towards Israel, says the Israeli military…

Escalation in the Middle East: Iran Launches Missiles Toward Israel Following Joint U.S.-Israeli Strikes
Lagos, February 28, 2026 — The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that missiles have been launched from Iran toward Israel, triggering widespread air-raid sirens and activating the country’s multi-layered air defense systems. The announcement comes amid a dramatic escalation in the region, following coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian territory earlier today.

According to the IDF statement shared on social media platforms, sirens sounded in several areas across Israel after the military “identified missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel.” The Israeli Air Force (IAF) is actively operating to intercept the threats, with reports indicating multiple waves of incoming projectiles, including ballistic missiles and possibly drones. The military emphasized that it is working to “strike threats where necessary to remove the threat.”
This development marks Iran’s retaliatory response to what Israeli and U.S. officials described as preemptive joint operations targeting Iranian military installations, nuclear-related sites, and key leadership facilities. Explosions were reported in Tehran and other Iranian cities, including Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the launch of “major combat operations in Iran,” stating the goal was to eliminate Tehran’s missile capabilities, prevent nuclear weapon development, and support regime change.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps claimed responsibility for launching a “large-scale wave of retaliory missile and drone strikes” toward Israel. Iranian state media described the action as a necessary defense against the attacks on its soil. Reports suggest barrages involving dozens of ballistic missiles, with some sources estimating 30-75 in the initial waves.
The conflict has already spilled beyond direct Iran-Israel exchanges. Sirens and interceptions were reported in neighboring countries hosting U.S. military bases, including Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Explosions near U.S. facilities in Bahrain and other Gulf states have been verified through videos and official statements, with at least one reported fatality in the UAE attributed to the Iranian strikes.
Israel declared a state of emergency, urging civilians to follow Home Front Command instructions and seek shelter. Air defenses, including systems like Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and Arrow, are actively engaging the incoming threats, with many missiles reportedly intercepted.
The strikes and counterstrikes represent one of the most direct and large-scale confrontations between Iran and Israel in recent history, compounded by direct U.S. involvement. Analysts warn of risks for broader regional involvement, including potential impacts on global energy markets and shipping routes.
As the situation unfolds rapidly, international calls for de-escalation are mounting, though both sides appear committed to their stated objectives. Live updates from major outlets indicate ongoing waves of missiles and interceptions, with the full extent of casualties and damage still emerging.
This is a developing story. Further details on impacts, casualties, and diplomatic responses will be reported as they become available.