Iranian Missile Hits Chemical Plant Near Beersheba; Israel on High Alert Over Potential Hazardous Leak

Israeli authorities reported on Sunday, March 29, 2026, that an Iranian missile struck the Ne'ot Hovav industrial zone near Beersheba in southern Israel. The strike targeted a facility housing highly dangerous chemical substances, causing structural damage and injuring one person.

While Magen David Adom and police units initially feared a hazardous material leak, subsequent assessments temporarily cleared the suspicion. However, residents have been strictly advised to avoid the area as safety protocols remain in place. This incident is part of a broader Iranian missile barrage targeting central and southern Israel amidst the ongoing military escalation.