IDF: 2 drones launched at Eilat from Iraq; 1 impacted, injuring 2, second was intercepted

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

Damage from a drone impact is seen in the Eilat port area, September 25, 2024. (Used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
Damage from a drone impact is seen in the Eilat port area, September 25, 2024. (Used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)

A drone, apparently launched from Iraq, impacted the Eilat port a short while ago, causing damage and lightly wounding two people, the military says.

The IDF says that a second drone launched in the attack was intercepted by a Sa’ar 5-class corvette over the sea.

Damage was caused to the port area in the attack.

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