Beit Shemesh blast framed as defense test, sparks Arrow-3 stockpile rumors
TL;DR
A massive explosion in Beit Shemesh was described by security officials as a controlled test at a private Tomer facility, part of government defense testing. The IDF blocked the site and residents reportedly received no notice, fueling online rumors that a stockpile of Arrow-3 missiles may have been destroyed, though officials say it was not an attack or drill; footage showed a large fireball and prompted security concerns.
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