Heavy explosion in Tel Aviv after the city was hit by an Iranian missile. The balance of the attack and images of the aftermath – VIDEO

At least one of the missiles fired by Iran penetrated Israel's air defenses and hit the Tel Aviv area, causing a major explosion.

UPDATE: At least one person died and 22 others were injured in the attack, Israeli authorities announced, according to Haaretz.

More images of the aftermath of the attack have also emerged:

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According to Israeli authorities, quoted by CNN, seven people were injured, one of them seriously. AFP writes that “there were several points of impact”, without, at this time, more information.

The moment of the explosion in Tel Aviv:

BREAKING🚨: An Iranian missile has reportedly just hit Tel Aviv, Israel.

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Footage from the ground of the aftermath of the attack shows several damaged cars and buildings as rescue crews intervene.

We warn you that the following images may affect you emotionally:

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According to Israeli media, one person was seriously injured, while several suffered minor injuries. Shortly after the rocket hit the city of Tel Aviv, a new air raid alert was sounded in Israel, with people being urged to take shelter again.

More such alarms rang out in Israel today after Iran retaliated against the attack on it.