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Fear, fatigue shape daily life in Tel Aviv amid Iran war

Tania Krämer in Tel Aviv, Israel
March 27, 2026

In week four of the Iran war, missile alarms and nightly shelter runs have become routine in Tel Aviv. While most Israelis back the offensive, some doubt it will bring long-term security for Israel in the Middle East.

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The US-Israeli war with Iran is in its fourth week and Iranian missile alarms and nightly rushes to shelters have become routine in Tel Aviv, Israel. Although residents describe fear and exhaustion due to constant alerts, many still support the government's goals.

However, some doubt that the war will bring long-term security for Israel in the Middle East.

Portrait of DW correspondent Tania Krämer
Tania Krämer DW correspondent, author and reporter, based in Jerusalem.