1420 IRANIAN MISSILE HITS JERUSALEM!

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20 Mar 2026

An Iranian missile targeted Jerusalem, narrowly missing the Temple Mount, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Herva Synagogue. The missile’s interception by Israel’s Iron Dome system prevented significant damage and casualties. The incident highlights the ongoing threat to Jerusalem’s holy sites and the need for global attention and condemnation of Iran’s actions.

Alen, from the channel “Israel with Alen,” provides a walking tour of Jerusalem’s impacted areas, focussing on the recent Iranian missile attack. He highlights the proximity of the missile fragments to significant historical sites, including the Herva synagogue and the golden menorah. Despite the physical damage, Alen emphasises the resilience of the people and their faith, calling for prayers for peace in Jerusalem and the Middle East.

KeyPoints

Iranian Missile Attack: Iran launched a missile at Jerusalem, with parts falling near the Dome of the Rock and other holy sites.
Israel’s Intervention: Israel’s anti-missile systems, like the Iron Dome, prevented the missile from causing widespread destruction.
Missile Targeting: Iran has been indiscriminately launching missiles at Israel, prioritising civilian areas and holy sites.
Missile Interception Location: The missile was intercepted much closer to its target than usual, resulting in shrapnel falling in the Old City of Jerusalem.
Impact Sites: Shrapnel mainly fell in three places, with the main point being over the Temple Mount, near the Dome of the Rock and the Dome of the Spirits.
Potential Consequences: The missiles were aimed specifically at this area, and if not intercepted, the consequences could have been catastrophic, considering the historical and religious significance of the sites.
Missile Impact Locations: Shrapnel from a missile fell near the Golden Dome on the Temple Mount, the Herva Synagogue in the Jewish Quarter, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Potential Damage and Injuries: The missile could have caused significant damage to important religious sites and injured people in the area, but fortunately, there were no injuries.
Miraculous Outcome: The narrator describes the lack of major damage and injuries as a miracle, highlighting the close call and the importance of the affected sites.
Iran’s Attacks on Jerusalem: Iran is attacking civilian areas and holy sites in Jerusalem, including the Temple Mount and the Dome of the Rock.
The Importance of the Iron Dome: The Iron Dome system has prevented significant damage and loss of life from these attacks.
Global Silence on the Situation: The speaker is shocked by the lack of global attention and condemnation of these attacks, particularly given the targeting of holy sites.
Introduction to the Channel: Alen introduces himself and his channel, Israel.
Impact of Iranian Missile: Alen shows the location where shrapnel from an Iranian missile fell in Jerusalem.
Temple Mount Sifting Project: Alen highlights the project that rescued 400 truckloads of illegally dumped Temple Mount soil, leading to the recovery of over 500,000 artefacts.
Current Situation in Jerusalem: Discussing the present events in Jerusalem and their potential impact on the future of the city, Israel, and the world.
Location and Recent Events: Filming in the heart of the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem, specifically Herva Square, which was hit by missile fragments.
Temple Institute’s Menorah: Showcasing the Temple Institute’s menorah, intended for the Third Temple, clarifying that construction hasn’t begun but the utensils are ready.
Missile Impact Location: The missile fragment fell in a parking lot just a few meters from the Golden Manora and the Herva synagogue.
Danger of Fragments: The fragments are extremely dangerous, potentially containing toxic materials and explosives.
Police Response: Police arrived to close off the perimeter, inspect the area, and prevent further damage.
Explosive Clearance and Area Reopening: The area is cleared of dangerous fragments and objects within 24 hours, with minimal damage remaining.
Cluster Bomb Threat: The text highlights the danger of cluster bombs, which fragment into many smaller explosives, potentially causing widespread destruction, especially in historically significant areas.
Missile Trajectory and Proximity to Target: Iranian missiles, travelling over 1,000 kilometres, narrowly miss their target, landing just meters away from significant landmarks like the Dome of the Rock and the Temple Mount.
Religious Resilience: Emphasises that faith will not be broken by terrorism, referencing Psalms for strength and reassurance.
Call for Peace: Prays for peace in Jerusalem, Israel, the Middle East, and freedom for the Iranian people.
Physical Damage Only: Expresses gratitude that recent events in Jerusalem caused only physical damage and no injuries.