3 missiles launched at Israel
A number of missiles were launched from Iran towards Israel, some were intercepted and one fell in an open area. American THAAD batteries participated in the interception.
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IDF Spokesperson:
IDF Spokesperson: 'There are no more cities of refuge in the Middle East'
IDF spokesman Brigadier General Efi Defrin delivers a statement on the IDF's continued attacks on Iran and the thwarting of Iran's missile launches at Israel.
Chief of Staff:
Chief of Staff: When the home front is strong, we have the strength to keep operating
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visited the impact site of an Iranian missile in the Israeli city of Bat Yam and held a situational assessment with the Commander of the Home Front Command.
JD Vance defends Donald Trump from Tucker Carlson's criticism
'President shows remarkable restraint in keeping focus on protecting our troops and our citizens. He is only interested in using US military to accomplish US people's goals,' says JD Vance.
Berlin clothing store bans Jews
A recent antisemitic post by a Berlin clothing store owner banning Jews and Israelis from his stores has sparked widespread condemnation and led to a police investigation for incitement to hatred.
Iran launches more ballistic missiles at Israel
For the 2nd time in 2 hours, Iran has launched a barrage of ballistic missiles in an attack on Israel.
Trump:
Trump: 'We now have complete & total control of skies over Iran'
US President states that the US knows exactly where Ayatollah Khamenei is hiding and that while Iran had good equipment for its aerial defenses, 'Nobody does it better than the good ol’ USA.'
German Chancellor:
German Chancellor: Israel is doing the world's 'dirty work' in Iran
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls Operation Rising Lion 'the dirty work Israel is doing for all of us' in an interview about the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Danny & Igor were killed in the missile strike on Haifa refinery
Danny Abraham from Kiryat Motzkin, Uri Yosef Levy from Haifa, and Igor Fradkin from Kiryat Ata are the three victims of the Iranian missile strike on the Bazan facility in Haifa. Abraham leaves behind his wife Iris and two children, who serve in the IDF.
Netanyahu to Iran International:
Netanyahu to Iran International: 'Let’s make Iran great again'
'We are fighting for liberty, peace, and the future of the Iranian people,' says Prime Minister Netanyahu to Iranian opposition channel 'Iran International'. Watch.
Iran launches 8 missiles at Israel
4 hurt while running to a protected area during sirens. 2 impacts reported in open areas.
Huckabee to Trump:
Huckabee to Trump: 'God spared you to be the most consequential president'
Mike Huckabee sends message to Pres. Trump on Truth Social: 'My job is to be the last one to leave. I will not abandon this post. Our flag will NOT come down.'
Footage from Western Iran:
Footage from Western Iran: Air Force completes round of strikes on launch sites
The Air Force attacked several surface-to-air missile launch sites and radars located in western Iran this morning.
1st time since start of war:
1st time since start of war: 162nd Division operating in Kfar Jabaliya in Gaza
As part of the expanding operations in Operation "Gideon’s Chariots" and for the first time since the beginning of the ground maneuver, forces of the 162nd Division recently began encircling Kfar Jabaliya to locate and dismantle terrorist infrastructure above and below ground.
Senior US official:
Senior US official: US support could end Operation Rising Lion within a week
Initially planned to last up to three weeks, according to Israeli assessments, US involvement could dramatically shorten the conflict’s duration.
Global Shift:
Majority of citizens now rely on social media for news
A major shift in global news consumption is underway, as most citizens around the world are turning away from traditional digital media platforms in favor of social media for their news updates.
White House:
White House: 'Pres. Trump has always been clear that Iran can't have a nuclear weapon'
The White House published a list of 15 comments made by President Trump over the last 5 months demonstrating his consistent position that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons.
Ben Shapiro:
Ben Shapiro: 'Trump is looking for an off-ramp'
Ben Shapiro speaks with senior Israeli journalist Amit Segal about the progress of Operation Rising Lion, and how both the USA and Iran hope to end the war quickly.
Iran claims first use of uninterceptable missile against Israel
Iranian officials assert their new missile was undetectable by Israel, promising further escalation in attacks.
Katz warns Khamenei:
Katz warns Khamenei: 'Remember the dictator next door'
Defense Minister Israel Katz held a situation assessment with senior defense officials and reviewed to the attacks in Tehran.
Yaakov and Dasi Blue murdered in Petah Tikva missile strike
Yaakov and Dasi Blue were among the four individuals murdered when a missile hit an apartment building in Petah Tikva.
Foreign Minister:
Foreign Minister: 'The new Iranian Chief of Staff should take extreme caution'
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar reported today on Israel's diplomatic efforts at a meeting of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, saying that there was a broad range of initiatives underway to provide diplomatic cover for the war.
Trump:
Trump: 'We want a real end to Iran threat, not a ceasefire'
President expresses confidence in Israel's actions, hints at potential diplomatic moves.
Reports: Major cyberattack targets Iranian banks
Branches of Iran’s Bank Sepah were reported to be closed, as hacker group claims it destroyed its entire data infrastructure.
Benny Gantz to CNN:
Benny Gantz to CNN: I'm sure President Trump cares about Israel very much
Benny Gantz, Chairman of Israel's National Unity Party, and the former Minister of Defense, speaks to CNN following Israel’s attack on Iran.
Footage from Iran:
Footage from Iran: Anti-aircraft squad launches missile at drone, and is eliminated
IAF aircraft operating deep in Iranian airspace identified a squad firing surface-to-air missiles at the aircraft and eliminated it.
Thanks to advanced technology
Watch: Family rescued from destroyed apartment thanks to advanced technology
While searching the scene of a fallen projectile in central Israel, police rescued a family from their damaged home using special technological means.
'You delivered intelligence that paved the way to Tehran'
The Head of the Intelligence Directorate, Major General Shlomi Binder, visited Intelligence Directorate bases and spoke with personnel of the Intelligence Directorate.
Golani Brigade seals tunnels under Gazan hospital
Dozens of trucks and cement mixers sealed the tunnel by pouring approximately 250 cubic meters of concrete in. The operation in the area was carried out with precision and care to avoid damaging the hospital building.
Following missile strikes
Police investigating journalists who planned to film Haifa Port from a nearby hotel
Photographers questioned and equipment seized after filming Haifa Port, amid ongoing security concerns.
Will Congress keep Trump out of war with Iran?
Members of both the Republican and Democratic parties in the U.S. Congress are planning to introduce a resolution that would require the president to obtain congressional approval before taking military action against Iran.
After returning from shelter
Israeli woman murdered by Sudanese migrant after returning from shelter
A Sudanese migrant murdered Etty Cohen in her bedroom after she returned with her husband from taking shelter at the start of the war against Iran.
'It fell, exploded, target eliminated'
'It fell, exploded, target eliminated' | Watch: IAF helicopter intercepts Iranian UAV
Overnight, the Israeli Air Force intercepted around 30 UAVs launched toward the State of Israel.
4th Day On The Job:
4th Day On The Job: New Iranian Chief of Staff eliminated
Less than a week after the elimination of his predecessor, Ali Shadmani, the new commander of Iranian forces in the current war, was bombed in a command center in Tehran earlier today.
Iranian missile barrage
Missile fragment hits bus in central Israel, five lightly hurt
Sirens sounded in several areas across Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel.
Operation Rising Lion:
Operation Rising Lion: IDF completes another night of attacks in Iran
The attacks destroyed dozens of IRGC missiles and UAVs launchers.
G7:
G7 blames Iran for Mideast tensions, backs Israel's right to self-Defense
Joint statement urges de-escalation in Gaza, warns Iran must never have nuclear arms.
Report:
Report: Amid threats to Tehran, Trump considers Iran talks this week
US eyes Iran talks this week as Witkoff and Araghchi may meet amid rising tensions, nuclear concerns, and escalating Israeli-Iranian hostilities
IAEA confirms:
IAEA confirms 'severe damage' to Iranian centrifuges after Israeli strikes
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi confirms Iranian centrifuges at Natanz were "severely damaged if not destroyed altogether" by Israeli strikes.
Cleared for publication:
Cleared for publication: Three killed in missile strike on Haifa oil refinery
The military censor has cleared for publication that three Israelis were killed on Sunday night when a missile hit the BAZAN Group oil refinery in Haifa.
