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Israel has destroyed launch pads in Iran.

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Nevertheless, hundreds of missiles have been sent towards Israel.

Over 90 percent of them have been shot down, Israel claims.

Despite that, at least 30 missiles have hit targets in Israel.

Iran keeps launching deadly missiles into Israel. Why is it so difficult to stop all the missiles?

  • Tor Arne Andreassen

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  • Vemund Sveen Finstad
    Journalist

Published: 16.06.2025 19:21

When Iran attacked Israel with drones and missiles in April 2024, 99 percent were shot down, according to Israeli military sources.

Now Israeli figures indicate that they have managed to shoot down 92 percent.

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