Dhaka, June 18 -- The Israeli army has confirmed that missiles were fired from Iran, prompting its defence systems to intercept the incoming threats around 10:30pm (Bangladesh time) on Wednesday.

According to AL Jazeera, the Israeli army instructed residents across Israel to take shelter immediately.

Meanwhile, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has declined to comment on whether Washington plans to launch a direct attack on Iran.

During a Senate committee hearing, when asked by Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen if military action was under consideration, Hegseth responded, "Most of what I can say I would reserve for a classified setting."

He also said, "Maximum force protection is being maintained at all times" to ensure the safety of...