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Beit Shemesh Tragedy:

Beit Shemesh mayor at funeral: 'You will not defeat us'

Beit Shemesh Mayor Shmuel Greenberg eulogized Gabriel Baruch Revach, of blessed memory, and called on city residents to strengthen themselves and preserve unity in the face of terrorism.

Beit Shemesh mayor at funeral: 'You will not defeat us'

Tactical surprise:

'We can eliminate over 40 of the most important individuals in Iran in under 40 seconds'

Head of the Intelligence Directorate, Shlomi Binder: 'We are sending a clear message to our enemies - there is no place we will not find them.'

'We can eliminate over 40 of the most important individuals in Iran in under 40 seconds'

Dramatic footage: Fighter pilot dodges Iranian missile

The IDF released footage tonight showing a fighter pilot who attacked in Iran as part of Operation Roaring Lion and dodged an Iranian missile launched towards him.

Dramatic footage: Fighter pilot dodges Iranian missile

IDF takes aim at Hezbollah's coffers

IDF completes wave of strikes in Lebanon targeting assets of the Al-Quard Al-Hassan Association, which funds the Hezbollah terrorist organization.

IDF takes aim at Hezbollah's coffers

Gerrer hasidic leaders: Avoid large celebrations

Recorded instructions order Gerrer yeshiva students to avoid large gatherings, bans dancing in the streets, and pray only in the usual synagogues.

Gerrer hasidic leaders: Avoid large celebrations

In the shadow of war

The Jewish people celebrate Purim in the shadow of war

This evening, Purim celebrations began, in accordance with the Home Front Command's guidelines, with the reading of the Megillah, telling the story of the miracle that saved the Jewish people during the days of Mordechai and Esther.

The Jewish people celebrate Purim in the shadow of war

Beit Shemesh Tragedy:

Beit Shemesh Tragedy: Ronit, loving single mother, devoted to saving lives

Eli Beer, Founder and President of United Hatzalah, tells the inspiring story of volunteer Ronit Elimelech, who was killed in a tragic missile strike in Beit Shemesh.

Beit Shemesh Tragedy: Ronit, loving single mother, devoted to saving lives

Netanyahu

Netanyahu: 'The moment of decision for the regime in Tehran is approaching'

PM Netanyahu visited the disaster site in Beit Shemesh and emphasized that the bombings in Iran aim to remove an existential threat. "If they have nuclear weapons, they will endanger humanity."

Netanyahu: 'The moment of decision for the regime in Tehran is approaching'

Chief of Staff in north

Chief of Staff in north: 'There will be no further evacuation of communities in Israel'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir briefed division commanders on the northern border and warned Hezbollah against harming Israeli residents.

Chief of Staff in north: 'There will be no further evacuation of communities in Israel'

The minister is a pilot?

The minister is a pilot? The tweet that fooled the Iranians

Journalist Barak Seri shared a photo on his social media of Minister Shlomo Karhi dressed in a fighter pilot uniform, and successfully tricked an Iranian account.

The minister is a pilot? The tweet that fooled the Iranians

'Bomb's away'

First cockpit footage from Operatin Roaring Lion

The IDF has released footage from the pilot's seat during an attack on Iranian regime targets. In five air missions, the Israeli Air Force dropped over 600 munitions on Tehran

First cockpit footage from Operatin Roaring Lion

Hezbollah's intelligence chief eliminated

Hussein Makled, the head of Hezbollah’s intelligence headquarters. was eliminated in Lebanon overnight.

Hezbollah's intelligence chief eliminated

Joint Chiefs of Staff:

'This is not a one-night operation. It will take time to achieve our objectives'

Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Daine Caine hold a press conference on Operation Epic Fury, the U.S. and Israel joint operation that carried out strikes in Iran.

'This is not a one-night operation. It will take time to achieve our objectives'

Cleared for publication:

Cleared for publication: The victims of the Beit Shemesh missile strike

Names of seven of the victims in the Iranian missile strike in Beit Shemesh cleared for publication.

Cleared for publication: The victims of the Beit Shemesh missile strike

IDF

IDF: Over 600 terror infrastructures destroyed so far in Iran

IDF reveals data on Operation 'Roaring Lion' so far: More than 20 targets of the Iranian leadership, 150 ballistic missiles and 200 air defense systems have been attacked.

IDF: Over 600 terror infrastructures destroyed so far in Iran

Israel launches airlift for IDF amid escalation

Defense Ministry begins airlift to deliver munitions and military equipment to the IDF, enhancing operational readiness for potential escalation.

Israel launches airlift for IDF amid escalation

Trump: 'Very disappointed' with UK PM Starmer

President says UK PM took 'far too much time' to approve the use of Diego Garcia by the US for strikes on Iran.

Trump: 'Very disappointed' with UK PM Starmer

Footage from Tehran: IDF strikes with hundreds of munitions

IAF strikes targets belonging to IRGC, using hundreds of munitions. Watch.

Footage from Tehran: IDF strikes with hundreds of munitions

New AI video:

New AI video: Did the Quds Force commander kill Khamenei

Creator Evyatar Rosenberg has released a new video based on animation and artificial intelligence amid rumors and conspiracy theories surrounding Esmail Qaani.

New AI video: Did the Quds Force commander kill Khamenei

26 injured in missile strike on Be'er Sheva

Twenty-five people lightly injured, one moderately injured, after Iranian missile strikes southern city of Be'er Sheva.

26 injured in missile strike on Be'er Sheva

Defense Min.:

Defense Minister: Those who follow Khamenei's footsteps end up like him

Defense Minister Israel Katz visits Air Force Operations Center, warns Hezbollah leader that he will follow Iran's Supreme leader to 'the bottom of hell.'

Defense Minister: Those who follow Khamenei's footsteps end up like him

Revealed: Three US planes mistakenly shot down by Kuwait

US fighter pilot whose plane crashed in Kuwait is brought to safety by local residents. Watch.

Revealed: Three US planes mistakenly shot down by Kuwait

WZO chief urges global Jewish unity after joint strike on Iran

WZO chairman to Diaspora communities: 'Message from Jerusalem to New York is clear, we must dismantle those who threaten us; we are no longer defenseless.'

WZO chief urges global Jewish unity after joint strike on Iran

Watch:

Watch: Israeli Navy intercepts Iranian drone

Israeli Air Force and Navy have been operating together to intercept dozens of UAVs launched by Iran at Israel.

Watch: Israeli Navy intercepts Iranian drone

Herzog kisses tefillin that survived Beit Shemesh missile strike

President Isaac Herzog visits impact site of deadly Iranian missile attack on Beit Shemesh, offering support to families.

Herzog kisses tefillin that survived Beit Shemesh missile strike

Senior Iranian intelligence official eliminated

IDF confirms elimination of senior officials of Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence during the opening strike of Operation Roaring Lion, including the deputy minister for 'Israel Affairs' and the head of the espionage division.

Senior Iranian intelligence official eliminated

IDF identifies dramatic shift in Iran's launch pattern

IDF says Iran has shifted to larger, coordinated missile barrages as it investigates the deadly direct hit on a shelter in Beit Shemesh.

IDF identifies dramatic shift in Iran's launch pattern

Unique system offers alerts to 'kosher' phones

Jerusalem Municipality announces unique early alert system for 'kosher' phone users, initiated by Mayor Moshe Lion.

Unique system offers alerts to 'kosher' phones

Behind the scenes

Behind the scenes: What happens when a missile siren disrupts a news broadcast

Broadcasters and the technical crew move to makeshift studio in a protected space after Iranian missiles were launched at the area mid-broadcast.

Behind the scenes: What happens when a missile siren disrupts a news broadcast

After launches from Lebanon

IDF Spokesman: 'All options are on the table'

IDF Spokesman Effie Defrin says hundreds of IAF aircraft are striking Iran and Lebanon, warning Hezbollah that all options remain on the table.

IDF Spokesman: 'All options are on the table'

Defense Minister: Hezbollah chief now a marked target

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Hezbollah will pay a 'heavy price,' terror group's Secretary-General Naim Qassem now a target marked for elimination.

Defense Minister: Hezbollah chief now a marked target

Reza Pahlavi:

Reza Pahlavi: ‘Strategic partnership with Israel is critical’

In CBS News 60 Minutes interview, Reza Pahlavi calls for peace with Israel, dismantling Iran’s nuclear program, and leading a democratic transition.

Reza Pahlavi: ‘Strategic partnership with Israel is critical’

Watch: IAF strikes in Iran

IDF publishes footage of strikes on Iran, IAF planes returning home.

Watch: IAF strikes in Iran

How did he know?

Police investigating gambler who foresaw the strikes

Investigation opened into an Israeli Polymarket user who won $200,000 by accurately betting on the date of the launch of strikes on Iran.

Police investigating gambler who foresaw the strikes

Chief of Staff: Many prolonged days of combat ahead

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir holds situational assessment following escalation with Lebanon's Hezbollah, warns 'many' days of fighting ahead.

Chief of Staff: Many prolonged days of combat ahead

Momi Elimelech:

Momi Elimelech: Mom and Ronit did not part - in life and in death

Momi, who lost his sister and mother in an Iranian missile strike on Beit Shemesh, shares how rescue forces found their bodies, still holding hands.

Momi Elimelech: Mom and Ronit did not part - in life and in death

Lebanese President warns:

Lebanese President warns: Hezbollah rocket fire threatens Lebanon’s stability

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemns rocket fire from Lebanese territory and warns against turning the country into a platform for outside wars.

Lebanese President warns: Hezbollah rocket fire threatens Lebanon’s stability

Watch:

Watch: Ex-IRGC chief threatens US, Israel after Khamenei elimination

Former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee threatens the US and Israel after Ali Khamenei’s elimination, vowing revenge and warning no American vessels would pass through the Persian Gulf.

Watch: Ex-IRGC chief threatens US, Israel after Khamenei elimination

Terror motive probed

Terror motive probed: Gunman with Iranian flag clothing kills two in Texas

A gunman wearing clothing with an Iranian flag design kills two and wounds 14 at a Texas bar. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a potential act of terrorism.

Terror motive probed: Gunman with Iranian flag clothing kills two in Texas

Hezbollah enters the fray

Hezbollah enters the fray: Missiles fired towards northern Israel, IDF strikes in Lebanon

IDF launches strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon after rocket fire toward Israel. Reports say the head of Hezbollah's parliamentary faction has been eliminated. Evacuation warnings issued for 53 villages.

Hezbollah enters the fray: Missiles fired towards northern Israel, IDF strikes in Lebanon