Missile Fragment Found Near Ramat Hasharon in Central Israel

Israeli civilians reported finding a large missile fragment in an open area near Ramat Hasharon, central Israel, on April 22, 2026. Police stated the fragment is believed to be from an interception during Operation Roaring Lion.

dispatched officers, including sappers and bomb disposal experts, to the site to address any potential unexploded ordnance. Police confirmed there were no casualties and the fragment posed no danger to the public. Authorities reminded residents to avoid direct contact with missile fragments and to contact police immediately upon discovering suspicious items.

Several large fragments fell during the operation after interceptions by air defense systems, including Arrow and Iron Dome. A similar fragment from a missile fired toward Israel was reported lodged in the ground in the Golan Heights on April 7, 2026. The fragment near Ramat Hasharon was described as originating from a missile fired from Iran, intercepted by Israeli air defense systems.