Sirens blare near Sderot, possible missile interceptions heard

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

Incoming rocket sirens are sounding in the southern city of Sderot and the adjacent towns of Ibim, Nir Am and Erez.

Local residents report explosions and trails of smoke, indicating Iron Dome interceptor missiles were fired at rockets launched from the Gaza Strip.

The Israel Defense Forces says further details are still under review.

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