In a dramatic midnight barrage, Iran has announced the launch of its new Khorramshahr‑4 ballistic missiles, boasting one‑ton warheads aimed “deep into the Zionist regime’s heart.” Air‑raid sirens wailed across central Israel as residents reported “unending thunder” overhead and bright streaks cutting across the sky toward Tel Aviv and Ben Gurion International Airport.

Israel’s air defense network roared to life, with Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow batteries firing interceptors in rapid succession. Military spokespeople insist that “the vast majority” of incoming missiles were shot down, yet live footage from the airport perimeter shows plumes of fire and thick black smoke rising near runways, fueling fears of a direct hit on the country’s main international gateway.

Tehran’s state media is already declaring a “historic blow,” framing the strike as revenge for a string of assassinations and airstrikes targeting senior IRGC commanders. Israeli officials, meanwhile, accuse Iran of crossing a “bright red line,” promising a response that will “reshape the battlefield for years.”

With flights diverted, global markets rattled and regional leaders rushing into emergency consultations, tonight’s salvo is more than a single strike. It is a high‑stakes test of missile shields, alliances and public nerves—one that could push an already volatile region to the edge.