A massive blaze erupted at an Israeli oil refinery in Haifa on Monday after a fresh wave of missiles was detected. Hezbollah claimed responsibility for launching a barrage of advanced missiles targeting a naval base in Haifa, indicating a coordinated escalation on multiple fronts. It was not immediately clear whether the refinery fire was linked to Hezbollah’s attack or the Iranian missile salvo.
Israeli television channels reported an impact at the refinery in the northern port city shortly after the military warned of incoming projectiles. Footage aired by Channel 12 showed flames engulfing a large storage tank, sending dense plumes of smoke across the skyline. The exact cause of the explosion remains unclear, with early reports suggesting it may have been triggered either by a direct missile strike or falling debris from intercepted rockets.
