This is the moment a news reporter ducked for cover while live on air as Iran launched hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel in a revenge blitz.
Scores of missiles were seen flying over Tel Aviv as air sirens rang out amid fears of an all-out war in the Middle East.
Sky News’ Security and Defence Editor Deborah Haynes was reporting news live on air on Tuesday when barrages of missiles flew overhead near the Israel-Lebanon border.
She was seen taking cover after a loud explosion was captured on camera.
Live footage from Israel showed hundreds of ballistic missiles being shot down by Israeli air defences over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Air raid sirens blared across the country as innocent Israelis scrambled to take cover in their homes, under bridges, and in bomb shelters.
Deafening explosions have also been heard in the Jordan Valley, which sits on the border between Jordan and the West Bank.
Early warning systems detected the launches and skies above Israel began lighting up within minutes.
Red tracers from the Iron Dome and David’s Sling interceptions were seen blasting the incoming missiles while sending white flaming debris crashing earthwards.
The IDF said it is not clear if there are any injuries yet, with local media saying two were lightly injured.
The unprecedented blitz saw more than 200 ballistic missiles raining down on Israel.
Military experts say the attack seems to be “far larger” than the April attack when Iran launched more than 320 missiles and drones at Israel.
The IDF said at least 10 million civilians were the targets of Tuesday night’s attack on Israel.
It added in a statement: “A short while ago, missiles were launched from Iran towards the State of Israel.
“You are instructed to remain alert and precisely follow the Home Front Command’s instructions.”
Iran confirmed it launched “tens” of missiles in the blitz and threatened to launch a second strike if Israel responded.
Israel earlier today alerted the public to the likelihood of a blitz from the Islamic Republic.
A senior White House official said the US is actively supporting Israeli defensive preparations.
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