Israel Aloni dies in fatal Rishon LeZion rocket attack

Israel Aloni dies in fatal Rishon LeZion rocket attack

Fatal Rishon LeZion rocket attack death of Israel Aloni – Obituary

Israel Aloni, 73, was killed when a rocket struck his home in Rishon LeZion during the Iranian missile barrages overnight June 13–14, 2025. The assault also claimed the life of Eti Cohen Angel, a woman in her 60s, and another woman in the Tel Aviv metropolitan area. In total, 172 civilians and seven soldiers were injured—one of whom is in serious condition and 15 moderately hurt—while most others sustained minor wounds .

The Israeli army reports that Iran launched hundreds of rockets across five separate waves Thursday night, with many intercepted but some hitting residential areas . In Rishon LeZion, at least 27 of the wounded were treated at the scene, with significant damage inflicted on numerous homes .

Israel Aloni was struck inside his home when a missile hit in proximity to his residence . Eti Cohen Angel, from Ramat Gan, was also killed by a rocket in the Tel Aviv area during the Friday night barrage .

Emergency services and medical teams have responded swiftly, treating scores of injured throughout central Israel. The Israeli government has promised to assist affected communities as they rebuild and recover .

This escalation marks a sharp intensification in hostilities between Iran and Israel, extending beyond prior exchanges. Iran’s repeated targeting of civilian centers underlines the dangerous new phase in this spiraling conflict.