Haifa, Israel 6 Day five of the Iran-Israel conflict dawned over a battered port city. Since the first missile and drone raids launched from Iran hit northern Israel, Haifa has faced repeated strikes that have left its skyline scarred and its people on edge.
The night of June 15 proved no different. A massive explosion tore through a residential district, rattling windows and sending plumes of smoke into the sky. CGTN crews were on the scene, capturing exclusive footage of flattened storefronts and overturned cars.
A local resident told CGTN the blast's shockwaves rattled his building and drove neighbors into the streets.
By morning, the trail of destruction was laid bare: cratered pavement, shattered glass, and critically damaged infrastructure. Emergency crews moved among the ruins, clearing debris as residents sifted through the wreckage for personal belongings and answers.
Since day one of the conflict, Haifa has endured multiple strikes, local sources say.
As the fifth sunrise broke over the port, residents braced for what comes next, hoping the calm will not be shattered again.
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Stringer Dispatch: Haifa local speaks out after huge strikes
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