Israel Says Will Close Airspace As Iran Launches Drone Salvo

Israel's airport authority said its airspace will be closed from 12:30 am Sunday (2130 GMT Saturday) after the army reported Iran launched drones at Israel directly from its territory.

"In accordance with the guidance of the security system, starting at (12:30 am) the airspace of the state of Israel will be closed to international and domestic flights," the statement said.

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