One woman was killed and at least 22 others were wounded in a direct strike on a residential building during a barrage late Saturday targeting Tel Aviv. One of the wounded was listed in serious condition, another in moderate condition and the rest sustained minor injuries.
Rescue teams were searching the scene, where a large crater was formed, over concerns that additional people may be trapped or injured.
For reasons that remain unclear, the siren did not provide residents with the standard minute and a half to reach a protected space, giving them less time than required, despite an early alert warning of the anticipated launch. The IDF declined to comment for now on the reported delay in activating the siren.
Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency service, said a man in his 40s was seriously wounded by shrapnel. The woman, who initially was in critical condition, succumbed to her injuries a few hours after the attack.
Earlier, paramedics reported one person in moderate condition and others with light injuries. In a prior update, two people were described as moderately wounded. Search and rescue teams were continuing to scan the area amid concerns that people may be trapped.
Vehicles caught fire and the roof of a residential building was seen burning following the impact. Emergency crews worked to extinguish the flames and search for additional casualties.
First published: 23:12, 02.28.26