Meteoric Blast Shocks Israel and the West Bank
A bolide, an exceptionally bright meteor, streaked across the sky in parts of Israel and the West Bank on Saturday, causing a loud boom which was heard across the region. The Israeli Astronomical Association received reports of the meteor from central and northern Israel, and some people also reported hearing an air burst. There were no reports of impacts, damage or injuries in connection with the event, which was mistaken for a missile or Iron Dome intercept by some people.