40 Iranian commanders eliminated in opening strikes
IDF spokesperson confirms that dozens of commanders were killed in the opening strike of Operation Roaring Lion, including Iranian Chief of Staff Abdolrahim Mousavi.
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Ivanka Trump seen walking with her sons to synagogue to hear the Zachor reading
Ivanka Trump, the Jewish daughter of US President Donald Trump, was seen on Saturday walking with her two sons to a synagogue in Miami to hear the 'Zachor' reading.
Chief of Staff's message to IAF: 'Be ready'
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir, visited Hatzerim Airbase last week to speak with the servicemen and women and assess the Air Force’s readiness ahead of Operation “Roaring Lion."
1st time in op
1st time in op: IDF launches wave of strikes in heart of Tehran
The IDF announces that for the first time in Operation "Roaring Lion", the Air Force has launched a broad wave of attacks against Iranian terrorist regime targets in the heart of Tehran
Operation Roaring Lion
Operation Roaring Lion: IDF reveals scope of strikes in Iran
More than 1,200 munitions were dropped by Israeli Air Force fighter jets over the past 24 hours. The IDF released footage of preparations and aircraft takeoffs for the strike in Iran.
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu: 'Give thanks and praise after Khamenei's elimination'
Chief Rabbi of Safed says Jews should make certain changes to their daily prayers today, observe the Fast of Ester more meticulously, in thanks for the success of Operation Roaring Lion
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Watch: Israel Air Force conducts overnight strikes in Iran
Dozens of Israel Air Force fighter jets attack and complete another wave of strikes to destroy Iran's missile and defense systems.
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Watch: Statue of Khamenei toppled after Iranian dictator's elimination
Iranian citizens cheer the fall of the image of the dictator who ruled over them for 35 years.
Trump
Trump: 'Iran had better not carry out its threat to strike harder today'
US President warns that Iran will be struck 'with a force that has never been seen before' if it carries out its threats.
Missiles launched from Iran
Missiles launched from Iran, nearly an hour of sirens across Israel
Missiles fired from Iran toward Israeli territory, triggering sirens nationwide. After about an hour, the Home Front Command announces that residents may leave protected spaces.
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Watch: The announcement of Khamenei’s death on Iranian television
Watch as the hosts on Iran’s state-run media tearfully announce the death of Khamenei.
Iran officially announces: Khamenei eliminated
Official media outlets in Iran confirm Supreme Leader was eliminated in joint strikes by the US and Israel. 40 days of mourning declared.
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Watch: CENTCOM strikes targets in Iran
US Central Command publishes footage of its strikes on Iranian missile launchers as part of Operation Epic Fury.
Report:
Report: Saudi, Israeli leaders urged Trump to strike Iran
President Trump launched Saturday’s strike on Iran after weeks of lobbying by Israeli and Saudi leaders, according to The Washington Post.
One dead, 20 injured, in barrage on Tel Aviv
Twenty injured, one dead, in missile barrage on Tel Aviv, including one critical and another serious. Two others moderately injured, concerns of people trapped.
Report:
Report: Israel, US strikes timed for Khamenei’s meeting with inner circle
Sources tell Reuters that Iran’s Supreme Leader was meeting with top aides when Israel and the US launched the strikes that eliminated him.
Trump:
Trump: I know exactly who may replace Khamenei
President Trump tells CBS News he knows who could replace Iran’s Supreme Leader after his elimination, adding that a diplomatic solution with Iran is now “much easier" to achieve.
Hegseth:
Hegseth: Iran ‘suffering the consequences’ after refusing a deal
US Secretary of War in statement following the launch of Operation Epic Fury: For almost fifty years, Iran has targeted and killed Americans. Unlike any previous president, President Trump began dealing with this cancer.
US Amb. Waltz to UNSC:
US Amb. Waltz to UNSC: 'This moment in history requires moral clarity'
Addressing an emergency Security Council session, Mike Waltz says Operation Epic Fury targets Iran’s missile and proxy networks to prevent a nuclear threat.
Iranian Crown Prince:
Iranian Crown Prince: Regime successor to Khamenei ‘doomed to fail’
After President Trump confirms Khamenei’s elimination, Reza Pahlavi urges security forces to abandon the regime and calls for decisive action in the streets.
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Watch: IDF takes out dozens of Iranian missile launches
IAF completes another wave of strikes targeting the ballistic missile array and aerial defense systems in western and central Iran.
Mamdani, Harris condemn strikes on Iran
NYC mayor and former vice president denounce joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran as 'reckless escalation' and 'a war of choice.'
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: Any enemy who tries to interfere will pay a heavy price
Defense Minister Israel Katz stresses goal of Iran strike to remove 'immediate threat' to Israel's security, global and regional stability.
Jewish leaders back decisive action against Iran
Leaders of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations issued a statement supporting the USA and Israel in their attacks against Iran.
Trump confirms: Khamenei is dead
US President Donald Trump declares Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is dead, calling it justice for victims of the regime worldwide and promising military pressure will continue.
Watch: The attack on Iran - from an American perspective
CENTCOM publishes footage of the strikes on Iran, as they appear from the US military's vantage point.
Operation Roaring Lion:
Operation Roaring Lion: Iranian defense leadership eliminated
The operation began with a preemptive strike after the IDF identified several locations throughout Tehran in which senior officials of the Iranian defense establishment had gathered.
Dozens of Israelis stuck in Saudi territory
Around 100,000 Israelis are stranded abroad, including dozens who whose flights rerouted to Saudi Arabia and who do not have permission to disembark.
National Security Council warns Israelis abroad amid Iran escalation
National Security Council calls on Israelis worldwide to increase vigilance, avoid public identification, and follow travel warnings due to heightened threats against Israeli and Jewish targets abroad following escalation with Iran.
Historic flyover:
IAF chief: We started on the right foot
IAF chief Tomer Bar praises pilots for outstanding execution of historic flyover, opening move of Operation Roaring Lion.
160,000 reservists called up
The IDF has begun a series of steps to reinforce its defensive capabilities alongside continuing attacks in Iran.
Herzog to Israel's enemies:
Herzog to Israel's enemies: The people of Israel are a strong nation
Israeli President Isaac Herzog endorses joint US-Israel operation against Iran, praising the IDF and US military and expressing hope for a safer, freer Middle East.
Watch: Havdalah at Shaare Zedek's emergency shelter
In the shadow of continuous missile barrages, Shaare Zedek moves patients to underground shelters, as staff, families, and patients mark the end of the Sabbath together.
IDF spokesperson:
IDF spokesperson: Iranian regime has not abandoned its plan to destroy Israel
IDF and US Armed Forces launch broad and joint campaign to thoroughly degrade the Iranian terrorist regime, remove existential threats to the State of Israel.
Petah Tikva: Private home hit by shrapnel
Seventeen-year-old boy lightly injured in missile barrage on central Israel.
Trump To Iranians:
Trump To Iranians: 'US is supporting you, seize control of your destiny'
President Trump confirmed the launch of large-scale U.S. military operations inside Iran and called for Iranians to rise against the regime, promising support 'with overwhelming strength and devastating force.'
IDF conducts largest military flyover in IAF history
IDF executes largest-ever military flyover with 200 fighter jets, targeting Iran's missile and defense systems in a major strike across western and central Iran.
Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi:
Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi: 'Fellow Iranians - we must remain focused on reclaiming Iran'
The Leader of the Iranian Democratic Opposition, Prince Reza Pahlavi, today issued a video message to the Iranian people, following the start of Operation Roaring Lion, telling them to be patient and await his instructions.
Chief of Staff: Significant and unprecedented war lies ahead of us
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks to Israelis, says Israel at high readiness, coming war will ensure Israel's continued existence and future.
'Peace is within reach'
'Peace is within reach': Omani FM optimistic after meeting US VP JD Vance
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi expresses hope for peace after meeting US VP JD Vance in Washington, discussing ongoing US-Iran talks.
