Iran's IRGC launched a barrage of 40 ballistic missiles, including the Kheybar Shekan, targeting Israeli cities after US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The attacks, which caused injuries and triggered air raid sirens, highlight the escalating conflict. Israel's defense systems faced challenges from the new generation of missiles due to their maneuverability.
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