Explosions have been heard in Israel's capital Tel Aviv, as the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) has identified missiles launches from Iran towards Israel.

The IDF stated that its defence systems are in operation to intercept the threat.

The IDF said the Israeli public is instructed to enter a protected space and remain there until further notice.The Islamic Republic News Agency said: "Iran's response to Israel has begun."

<img data-id="fixed-image" src="https://www.gbnews.com/media-library/missile-launched-from-iran-towards-israel.jpg?id=61008829&amp;width=980" alt="Missile launched from Iran towards Israel" width="100%" height="auto">A missile launched from Iran towards IsraelReuters

Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei said Israel started the strikes and initiated the war, and will not be allowed to do a "hit and run" attack.Hundreds of missiles have reportedly been launched from Iran towards Israel.The Israeli military said explosions heard in Israel are either from interceptions or from impacts.

Smoke has been seen rising in Israel's capital{ai:summary}Explosions have been reported in Tel Aviv as the Israeli Defence Force (IDF) intercepts missiles launched from Iran. The IDF has advised the public to seek shelter until further notice. Iran's Supreme Leader claims the strikes are a response to Israeli actions.Hundreds of missiles have been fired from Iran, with the Israeli military confirming that the sounds are from interceptions or impacts. The situation remains tense as both sides escalate their rhetoric and military actions. #foreignaffairs

Iran launches 'hundreds' of retaliatory strikes against Israel as IDF issues warning to shelter in place

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