An Iranian missile struck Moshav Eshtaol, a community near Beit Shemesh in central Israel, on March 27, 2026, wounding 11 people and causing property damage. The attack triggered air raid sirens across the region as the projectile evaded some interception attempts and impacted residential areas. Emergency services responded quickly, treating victims with light to moderate injuries at the scene and local hospitals.
The strike came amid intensified Iranian missile barrages targeting Israel, part of the broader regional conflict that has seen multiple fronts activated. Local authorities reported damage to several homes and vehicles from shrapnel, with no fatalities recorded. Israel's military confirmed the impact location and stated the trajectory matched Iranian ballistic missiles used in recent attacks.
Residents described hearing explosions and seeing interceptor missiles light up the night sky. The incident heightened security measures around Jerusalem-area communities, which have faced repeated threats.
