Live UpdateFrom the Liveblog of Friday, July 19, 2024
IDF confirms ‘aerial target’ exploded in Tel Aviv, says air force to increase patrols
The Israel Defense Forces confirms the blast in Tel Aviv over two hours ago was caused by a drone, saying an initial probe determined that “an aerial target” impacted the coastal city.
A military statement stresses the matter is under “thorough investigation,” after the drone managed to enter Israeli airspace without setting off sirens.
The IDF also says the air force will increase patrols by fighter jets “to defend Israeli skies”
“There is no change in the Home Front Command’s orders,” it adds.