interception
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Five other linked interceptions were made by authorities in France, while a further two were each made in Germany and the Netherlands, Europol said.
From BBC
The Israeli military said it would investigate the failed interception.
From Barron's
The air-defence systems are used for the long-range interception of ballistic missiles.
From BBC
Abu Dhabi has shut down operations at a gas facility due to falling debris from missile interceptions, the Emirati capital's media office said.
From Barron's
"We heard three noisy interceptions, but on the fourth one, we knew it was our house," said Sigal Amir, who lives next door and was sheltering in her safe room when the explosion hit.
From BBC
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