2 Iranian strikes on towns near Israel's main nuclear research center injure dozens - CBS News

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March 22, 2026
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Iran launched two strikes on Israeli towns near a major nuclear research center, injuring dozens of people.

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Iran launched two strikes on towns near Israel's Dimona nuclear research facility, injuring dozens of people in the attacks. The strikes represent an escalation in the escalating military tensions between Iran and Israel, which have intensified over recent months. The targeting of areas adjacent to Israel's primary nuclear research center underscores the strategic nature of the Iranian operation and raises immediate concerns about potential broader regional conflict. Israel's nuclear capabilities and the proximity of civilian populations to the Dimona facility have made the site a significant flashpoint in regional security dynamics.

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