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The IDF also identified drones from Iran launched towards the Dead Sea and southern West Bank areas on Saturday morning.

Because the missiles were part of a US $7.4 billion arms package approved by Congress in February, the transfer required no new notification. 

The IAI systems are installed within the Iron Dome, David's Sling, and different versions of the Arrow system.

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This follows the earlier strikes by Israel on the Hodeidah port in Yemen, which was used for terror purposes to advance attacks on Israel.

Sirens sounded in accordance with protocol. There were no reports of injuries. 

According to Rafael, a major advantage of its lasers is that they can shoot down enemy rockets and drones much earlier in the threat process.

“The enemies of the Iranian nation should understand that any violation of our airspace will cause them significant harm,” the military head said.

The missiles were launched only three hours apart, and sirens were only activated in the West Bank.

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree said the group was responsible for Sunday's attack, adding that it fired a missile toward the Ben-Gurion Airport.