Was Ramat David Air Base hit by Iranian Missile?
New satellite imagery published by Ynet suggests a hangar at Ramat David Air Base may have been hit during Monday's Iranian missile attack - the IDF isn't saying.
Satellite imagery published Tuesday by Ynet suggests that a hangar at Ramat David Air Base in northern Israel may have been struck during the latest Iranian missile barrage, according to an analysis by geospatial intelligence company Soar.
The images, captured Monday and compared against photographs from June 5, show what appears to be a visible mark at the location of a hangar at the base, situated near Megiddo in northern Israel. The extent of any damage and what the structure contained remain unclear. The IDF has not commented on the specific details, and the report is being published with military censor approval.
It would not be the first time the base has taken a hit. Satellite imagery released last month indicated that Ramat David was struck in two separate areas during Operation Lion's Roar, one area apparently used for support vehicles and equipment, the other a refueling and servicing point for combat aircraft.
Ramat David, located roughly 50 kilometers from the Lebanese border, hosts five squadrons operating F-16 fighter jets and unmanned aerial vehicles. The base has been a recurring target throughout the conflict. In 2024, Hezbollah released footage captured by its "Hudhud" drone from inside the base, revealing fuel storage tanks, Iron Dome platforms, ammunition depots, hangar locations, and the offices of multiple squadron commanders. The footage also showed Apache helicopters, Hercules transport aircraft, and officer housing.
The IDF has not confirmed or denied the reported damage from Monday's escalation.