Iran launched a missile strike on the ground overnight, killing 10 people and injuring 180, according to reports.

 Iran launched a missile strike on the ground overnight, killing 10           people and injuring 180, according to reports.

Iran’s Missile Strikes Devastate Bat Yam, Israel: 10 Dead, 180 Injured

On the night of June 13, 2025, Iran’s barrage of ballistic missiles and drones struck Bat Yam, a city south of Tel Aviv, as part of its “Operation Severe Punishment” in retaliation for Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion.” Reports indicate that at least 10 people were killed and around 180 injured in Bat Yam, with significant damage to residential and commercial areas. As someone grappling with the gravity of this escalation, it’s hard to fathom the fear and loss felt by families caught in this conflict. Below is a detailed, human-centered account of what happened, the human toll, and the broader implications, drawing on available reports and social media sentiment.

What Happened in Bat Yam?

Iran launched over 150 ballistic missiles and dozens of drones targeting Israel, with Bat Yam among the hardest-hit areas. The city, a vibrant coastal hub, saw missiles breach Israel’s Iron Dome, striking residential buildings and infrastructure. According to posts on X, the attack caused “severe destruction,” with one user reporting “dozens of buildings destroyed” and “20 people trapped under rubble”. Initial reports from Express News and other sources confirm significant casualties:

• Casualties: At least 10 people were killed, including a 69-year-old woman, an 80-year-old woman, and a 10-year-old child, with approximately 180 injured, many from a missile strike on an apartment block in Bat Yam. Some X posts claim higher figures, like 58 deaths and 378 injuries, but these remain unverified and likely inflated.

• Damage: Dozens of buildings, including a high-rise in Ramat Gan near Bat Yam, were reduced to rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing, with teams searching for survivors. Bat Yam’s mayor reported “incredible destruction,” with many residents still trapped.

• Eyewitness Accounts: Residents described a night of terror, with sirens forcing families into bomb shelters. One Bat Yam local, Ifat Benhaim, told The Washington Post her family’s home of 29 years was destroyed, leaving them to salvage belongings amid debris.

The strikes were part of Iran’s retaliation for Israel’s June 13 attack on Iranian nuclear sites like Natanz and military bases, which killed 78 people, including IRGC commander Hossein Salami and civilians. Iran’s operation targeted military sites like Nevatim airbase but also hit civilian areas, fueling accusations of indiscriminate attacks.