{"id":6782,"date":"2026-03-11T10:04:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T10:04:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=6782"},"modified":"2026-03-11T10:04:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T10:04:11","slug":"iran-launches-massive-missile-barrage-on-tel-aviv-and-haifa-as-us-israel-iran-war-enters-new-phase-of-retaliation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/iran-launches-massive-missile-barrage-on-tel-aviv-and-haifa-as-us-israel-iran-war-enters-new-phase-of-retaliation\/","title":{"rendered":"Iran Launches Massive Missile Barrage on Tel Aviv and Haifa as US-Israel-Iran War Enters New Phase of Retaliation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"1968\" src=\"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1977\/2026\/03\/IMG_3697.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1977\/2026\/03\/IMG_3697.jpeg 1320w, https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1977\/2026\/03\/IMG_3697-768x1145.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1977\/2026\/03\/IMG_3697-1030x1536.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1977\/2026\/03\/IMG_3697-1024x1527.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>By Juba Global News Network | JubaGlobal.comMarch 11, 2026<br>In a major escalation of the 12-day-old US-Israel-Iran conflict, Iran\u2019s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) unleashed a heavy barrage of ballistic missiles targeting Israel\u2019s two largest cities \u2014 Tel Aviv and Haifa \u2014 early on March 11. Iranian state media and IRGC commanders are claiming \u201cdirect and painful hits\u201d on strategic targets, while Israeli officials say the majority of the projectiles were intercepted by multi-layered air defenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The attack comes just hours after U.S. forces destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, signaling that Tehran is determined to respond aggressively on multiple fronts \u2014 land, air, and sea \u2014 in what is rapidly becoming a full-spectrum energy and military confrontation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wave After Wave: Details of the Iranian Missile Assault<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to IRGC spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naini, Iran fired more than 200 missiles in several successive waves, including advanced Khoramshahr-4 hypersonic-capable ballistic missiles. Sirens blared across central and northern Israel for over two hours as residents rushed to bomb shelters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the launch but stated that Iron Dome, David\u2019s Sling, and Arrow-3 systems successfully intercepted the vast majority of incoming threats. However, a small number of missiles evaded the defenses, causing localized damage in both cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Video footage released by Iranian media shows bright streaks lighting up the night sky over Israel, followed by distant explosions. Israeli media, meanwhile, broadcast live images of interceptor missiles rising from coastal batteries and the bright flashes of successful interceptions high above Tel Aviv\u2019s skyline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>IRGC Claims \u201cDirect Hits\u201d on Energy and Military Targets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tehran\u2019s leadership has framed the barrage as a direct response to ongoing U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory and the recent naval action in the Strait of Hormuz. IRGC commanders declared that \u201cthe energy battle has now reached the Zionist entity\u2019s heart\u201d and claimed precise strikes on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Oil refineries and storage facilities near Haifa port<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Military airbases supporting operations against Iran<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Critical infrastructure in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While independent verification remains limited due to the fog of war, social media videos from Haifa show plumes of black smoke rising near industrial zones, and local reports mention minor fires at energy-related sites. Israeli officials have not confirmed hits on strategic infrastructure but acknowledged \u201climited damage\u201d in civilian and industrial areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Israel\u2019s Defense Holds \u2014 But Pressure Mounts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation shortly after the attack, stating: \u201cOur defensive shield proved its strength once again, but we will not tolerate any attack on our cities. The response will be devastating.\u201d Israeli military sources say no major strategic assets were compromised, and civilian casualties appear low thanks to early warnings and robust shelters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the psychological impact is significant. Thousands of Israelis spent the night in shelters, flights at Ben Gurion Airport were temporarily grounded, and stock markets in Tel Aviv opened with sharp losses. Health officials report dozens of people treated for shock and minor injuries from shrapnel or running for cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energy War Intensifies on Multiple Fronts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The missile barrage underscores how the conflict has evolved into an \u201cenergy war.\u201d Iran has repeatedly threatened to target Israeli energy infrastructure in retaliation for strikes on its own oil and gas facilities in the Gulf. Haifa, home to Israel\u2019s largest port and major refineries, has become a focal point. Analysts note that even limited damage to these sites could disrupt fuel supplies and further spike global energy prices already volatile from the Hormuz crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This latest strike follows Iran\u2019s earlier missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases in the Gulf and comes amid reports of heightened alert across the region. European nations have deployed additional warships to the eastern Mediterranean to protect shipping and allies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Casualties and the Human Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While precise casualty figures are still emerging, Israeli authorities report at least 12 civilians injured and one confirmed death from a missile impact in a residential area near Haifa. On the Iranian side, the ongoing U.S.-Israeli air campaign has already claimed thousands of lives according to Tehran, though independent confirmation is difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The human toll continues to climb on both sides, with civilian populations bearing the brunt of the escalating exchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Broader Context: Day 12 of the US-Israel-Iran War<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The conflict, which erupted on February 28 with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes that reportedly killed Iran\u2019s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, has now entered its most dangerous phase. Iran\u2019s new leadership under Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed \u201cunlimited retaliation,\u201d while President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu have pledged to continue operations until Iran\u2019s nuclear and missile programs are neutralized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The missile attack on Tel Aviv and Haifa represents Iran\u2019s most direct strike on Israeli population centers since the war began, raising fears of further escalation, including possible ground involvement or wider regional involvement by Iranian proxies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Global Reactions and What Lies Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>World leaders have urged immediate de-escalation. The United Nations Security Council is scheduled for an emergency session later today. Russia has reiterated its offer to mediate, while China has called for restraint to protect global energy markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Analysts warn that if Iran continues launching large-scale missile barrages, Israel and the United States may respond with even more intense airstrikes or naval operations, potentially pushing oil prices back toward $120 per barrel and threatening global economic stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Juba Global News Network is closely monitoring the situation. As the war\u2019s energy front collides with direct missile exchanges, the coming hours could prove decisive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Search Keywords for this article:<\/strong> Iran missile attacks Israel Tel Aviv Haifa, IRGC Khoramshahr missiles March 11 2026, Iran Israel war missile barrage, Tel Aviv Haifa under fire 2026, energy battle Iran Israel conflict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This comprehensive report draws from official statements by the IRGC, IDF, and international monitoring sources. Stay tuned to JubaGlobal.com for live updates, video analysis, and the latest developments in the US-Israel-Iran war.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Juba Global News Network | JubaGlobal.comMarch 11, 2026In a major escalation of the 12-day-old&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1199,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[830,877,643,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6782","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-breaking-news","category-iran","category-more-articles","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6782","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1199"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6782"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6782\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6784,"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6782\/revisions\/6784"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6782"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6782"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/directtopic.com\/jubaglobal.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6782"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}