As Rockets Fly Overhead, Residents of Israel’s Border City Stay Underground - The New York Times

The New York Times
March 15, 2026
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Israeli border city residents are staying underground in shelters as rockets fly overhead.

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Israeli border city residents are sheltering underground as rockets fly overhead, according to reports from the area. The ongoing rocket attacks have forced civilians to remain in protective shelters rather than conducting normal daily activities. This situation represents a continuation of cross-border hostilities affecting civilian populations in Israel's frontier communities.

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