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Smoke rises after Iranian missile attack on Israel oil refinery in Haifa

Iranian missiles struck an oil refinery in Haifa, Israel, with Israeli officials reporting the hit but stating no significant damage occurred. The attack also resulted in casualties elsewhere, including four women killed at a hair salon in the occupied West Bank. The strikes represent a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel.

This marks a direct Iranian missile attack on Israeli infrastructure, specifically targeting energy facilities that are crucial to the country's economy. The incident represents a serious escalation in the ongoing regional conflict between Iran and Israel, with potential implications for global energy markets and Middle East stability.
Israeli officials say

The missile strike hit the Haifa oil refinery but caused no significant damage to operations. Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen confirmed the attack while emphasizing that the facility's core functions remain intact.

Reports indicate

The Iranian missile attack caused visible damage with smoke rising from the refinery complex in Haifa. The strikes extended beyond the refinery, resulting in civilian casualties including four women killed in the occupied West Bank, highlighting the broader impact of the escalation.