The Arrow system intercepts long-range missiles at higher altitudes; the David’s Sling system intercepts them at lower altitudes; while the Iron Dome takes out shorter-range rockets, usually fired from Gaza, or the fragments of missiles already intercepted by other defense systems.

An Iranian missile slammed into the main hospital in southern Israel, causing extensive damage. Israeli media aired footage of blown-out windows and heavy black smoke.

Israel's strikes against Iran have prompted international airlines to halt flights to some Middle East destinations. Below are some of the airlines that have cancelled their flights to and from the region: AEGEAN AIRLINES Greece's Aegean Airlines cancelled all flights to and from Tel Aviv up to and including the early morning flight on July 12,