Iran’s ‘DEEPEST’ Assault Makes Israeli Forces ’Scramble’; Coordinated Attack Beyond Tel Aviv, Haifa

According to Fars, Iran’s IRGC launched a 21st wave of missile strikes across Israel in a coordinated escalation targeting cities beyond Tel Aviv and Haifa. Strikes hit Safed, Ashdod, Acre, Lachish, Ashkelon, and Beisan using a blend of solid- and liquid-fueled missiles alongside suicide drones. The barrage triggered Israel’s longest air-raid siren yet, sparking widespread fear and mass sheltering. Jerusalem Post reports suggest Tehran may now favor smaller “trickle” missile volleys, possibly coordinating single-launch attacks via Houthi allies in Yemen. This shift toward stealthier, attritional tactics could be aimed at stretching Israeli air defenses over time, alternating direct Iranian launches with proxy strikes. The evolving strategy highlights Tehran’s intent to sustain pressure while avoiding large-scale confrontation.