Iran missile barrage reaches central Israel — fires in Holon as interceptors run low

Iran fired a ballistic missile barrage at central Israel in the early hours of Day 16, triggering sirens across Tel Aviv, Netanya, and the West Bank. Missile and interceptor fragments sparked fires in Holon. The IDF stated all missiles were intercepted or fell in open areas, but two people were lightly injured from shrapnel. The barrage came as US officials disclosed that Israel has informed Washington it is running critically low on ballistic missile interceptors. The sustained Iranian missile tempo since February 28 has been depleting Israel's Arrow 3, Arrow 2, and David's Sling reserves. If interceptor stockpiles are exhausted, Iran's missiles will face reduced defense coverage over Israeli cities. The US Pentagon is assessing emergency Arrow interceptor and Patriot resupply logistics. The interceptor depletion represents a significant strategic vulnerability — one that Iran appears to be deliberately exploiting through sustained high-tempo salvos.