"In the Jerusalem region, MDA EMTs and paramedics are providing medical treatment to a man approximately 50 years old in moderate condition, and 5 individuals in mild condition," an MDA statement said.

In a separate statement, Israeli police said searches were being conducted in the Jerusalem area "following reports of interceptor fragments from munitions falling in several locations."

It followed a series of loud blasts heard above the city by AFP journalists, after the Israeli military said it had detected missiles launched from Iran.