At least three Israelis were killed and 172 others injured following a wave of Iranian ballistic missile strikes targeting central Israel late Friday and into Saturday morning, according to emergency medical services.

Iran launched multiple barrages of ballistic missiles in a major escalation, prompting air raid sirens across the country and sending civilians rushing to bomb shelters. The skies above Israel were lit up by fiery trails from incoming projectiles and Israeli interceptor missiles, The Times of Israel reported.

The attacks mark one of the most intense Iranian offensives against Israeli territory to date, further heightening regional tensions and raising fears of broader conflict. Emergency services remain on high alert as assessments of damage and casualties continue.