Israeli air defence systems fail to intercept at least two projectiles during attacks on cities of Arad and Dimona

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Iranian ballistic missile barrages wounded about 100 people in southern Israel on Saturday, striking the cities of Arad and Dimona after air defence systems failed to intercept at least two projectiles.

Among the injured were a 12-year-old boy and a five-year-old girl, both reported to be in serious condition.

Israeli broadcaster Channel 13 reported early indications of possible fatalities, though there was no official confirmation.