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Lapid:

Lapid: This is why the opposition is supporting the government

Opposition leader Yair Lapid posted a video on social networks about the backing for Operation Rising Lion: 'There will be time for criticism, now we have a war to win.'

New round of strikes in Iran:

IDF targets UAV warehouses and weapons facilities in Iran

IDF confirms airstrikes on UAV warehouses and weapon storage facilities in Bandar Abbas, Iran. 'IDF continues its strike against the UAV systems.'

Pager operation #2?

Pager operation #2? Reports of sabotage among Iran's missiles

Beni Sabti, an expert on Iran, describes a new sign of sabotage among Iran's missiles.

IDF spokesman: 'Iran's military capabilities severely degraded'

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin highlights successful efforts of Operation Rising Lion, including strikes against key Iranian military figures and assets.

Report:

Report: Khamenei has already selected his potential successor

Iran's Supreme Leader has provided Iran's Assembly of Experts with three names to succeed him if he is eliminated in a conflict with Israel.

IDF Air Force commander applauds UAV operators

Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar praises UAV operators at Palmachim Airbase for their vital role in suppressing missile fire, highlighting their effectiveness in neutralizing enemy operations.

Chief of Staff: 'The entire world is watching with admiration'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits IDF’s Aerial Defense Array, commending their efforts in protecting Israeli civilians during these challenging times. 'You're a vital shield for Israel.'

'UAV identified, intercept authorized'

'UAV identified, intercept authorized' | IDF publishes footage of UAV interception

Israeli Air Force continues its air defense efforts, intercepting UAVs by air defense systems, along with fighter jet operations. Watch.

Watch: IAF attacks Iran's F14 planes

IAF aircraft strike three Iranian F14 fighter planes in central Iran. watch.

Eliminated:

IDF eliminates Saeed Izadi, key coordinator between Iran and Hamas

IDF eliminates Saeed Izadi, commander of the Palestine Corps of the Quds Force who played a pivotal role in planning attacks against Israel, including the October 7th massacre.

Iranian firepower severely impacted by Israeli strikes

IDF destroys over 250 missile launchers in Iran, crippling around 55% of the country’s missile-launching capabilities.

On their way to Iran? US B-2 bombers leave Missouri airbase

US B-2 bombers, capable of striking Iran’s Fordow facility, left Missouri for Guam this morning, escorted by refueling planes, reports say.

Missiles launched from Iran

Missiles launched from Iran, sirens sounded across Israel

Sirens sounded across Israel after the IDF identifies missile launches from Iran. Initial assessments say at least 10 missiles were fired.

Gallant urges US to finish Iran nuclear job

In a joint op-ed with historian Niall Ferguson, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant argues for immediate US military intervention to destroy Iran's last key nuclear site at Fordow.

Landmark SCOTUS ruling:

Landmark SCOTUS ruling: American terror victims can sue PA, PLO

In unanimous ruling, the US Supreme Court enables American terror victims to sue the Palestinian Authority and PLO. The ruling reopens cases, including one where a jury awarded $655 million.

Report:

Report: US bolsters Israeli defenses amid Iran's missile onslaught

The US is rapidly deploying warships and restocking ground-based interceptors to reinforce Israel's missile defenses, as Iranian attacks reportedly drain crucial Israeli stockpiles, including the high-end Arrow 3 system, reports The Wall Street Journal.

15 fighter jets

15 fighter jets: IAF completes strikes on missile launch sites in western Iran

15 IAF fighter jets complete a series of strikes in western Iran, targeting more than 30 munitions.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemns: Iran targets civilians

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oren Marmorstein condemns Iran after an Iranian missile hit a mosque in Haifa, emphasizing Iran's deliberate targeting of civilian areas and its disregard for the lives of people of all faiths.

IDF Chief of Staff:

IDF Chief of Staff: We must be ready for a prolonged campaign

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reveals Iran's plan to annihilate Israel, noting their missile capabilities had reached a "point of no return", emphasizes the need for a "prolonged campaign" despite early successes.

Hamas finance chief eliminated in Gaza strike

In a joint operation on June 17, the IDF and Shin Bet eliminated Ibrahim Abu Shumala, Hamas's top finance director in Gaza. He was responsible for managing and smuggling millions in terror funds.

3, 2, 1 ... fire!

IAF destroys Iranian missile launchers, eliminates IRGC commander

Israeli Air Force aircraft destroys three missile launchers in Iran overnight, preventing an imminent attack on Israel, senior IRGC commander eliminated.

Be'er Sheva daycare center heavily damaged by Iranian missile

Daycare center in Be'er Sheva sustains major damage following a heavy missile barrage from Iran. Staff expresses shock at the devastation, noting the miracle that no children were present.

23 missiles launched at Israel

25 missiles launched at Israel: At least two severely injured from direct hit in Haifa

MDA reported fallen projectiles in Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Be'er Sheva, Ashkelon, and Haifa. Initial reports of two individuals who were severely injured in the north.

IDF eliminates commander of Hezbollah firepower array in Litani sector

IDF announces elimination of commander of Hezbollah’s firepower array in the Litani sector, responsible for multiple attacks on Israeli cities and rebuilding Hezbollah’s artillery forces in violation of previous understandings between Israel and Lebanon.

Iranian threat call targets Religious Zionism CEO Yehuda Vald, 'wait for our missiles'

Religious Zionist Party CEO Yehuda Vald dismisses threatening phone call, calling it part of Iran’s psychological warfare campaign against Israeli public figures.

First operational use:

First operational use: IDF intercepts UAV with Barak air defense system

The IDF confirmed that the IAF’s Aerial Defense Array ‘Barak’ system intercepted a UAV that crossed into Israeli territory.

Life-saving:

Home Front Command's life-saving recommendation for Shabbat observers

Home Front Command urges all Shabbat observers to tune in to the 'Silent Wave' to receive advanced warnings before a missile alert and to know when it is permitted to leave the protected space.

Minister of Defense:

Minister of Defense to IDF: 'Strike symbols of Iranian regime, force evacuation of Tehran'

Defense Minister Israel Katz instructs IDF to escalate strikes on Iranian regime targets in Tehran, to destabilize government and deter missile attacks on Israel; senior Iranian nuclear scientist reportedly eliminated in a precision strike.

IDF Spokesperson:

IDF Spokesperson: 'Air Force strikes nuclear, missile sites in Tehran and Western Iran

IDF Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin reveals over 50 Israeli Air Force fighter jets strike key Iranian targets in Tehran, 'We are intensifying our offensive to remove the existential threat posed by Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.'

Senior terrorist responsible for burial of Haggai couple's bodies in Gaza eliminated

The IDF and Shin Bet have eliminated a senior member of the Kataeb al-Mujahideen organization, who was responsible for burying the bodies of Judi Weinstein-Haggai and Gadi Haggai. During the week, more than 300 targets were attacked in the Gaza Strip.

Report: Nuclear scientist assassinated in Tehran

Iran reported a targeted attack on an apartment in central Tehran. Israel confirms that the target was a senior nuclear scientist, who specialized in the field of weaponry.

Watch:

Watch: Murdered hostage Yair Yaakov is laid to rest in Nir Oz

After a painful wait of 623 days, Yair (YaYa) Yaakov, who was murdered on October 7 and was held captive for 614 days, is laid to rest in the soil of Kibbutz Nir Oz.

Following Al Jazeera broadcasts:

After Al Jazeera broadcasts: Military censor to block foreign broadcasts from combat zones

After successful enforcement actions against hostile broadcasts, it has been decided that foreign journalists will be required to obtain prior approval from military censorship for any broadcasts during combat.

Missile strike in Holon

Missile strike in Holon: 'Miracle no worshipers were hurt at Great Synagogue'

Rabbi Binyamin Hamra describes the magnitude of the miracle: "In a miraculous turn of events, precisely during the minutes when no worshippers were in the synagogue, the terrible explosion occurred, and no one was injured."

Katz:

Katz: 'If there's terror, will be no Hezbollah'

Defense Minister Israel Katz lashed out at Hezbollah’s Secretary-General after his statement of commitment to support Iran: "Israel has lost patience with terrorists threatening it."

Operation 'Safe Return:'

Operation 'Safe Return:' First ship carrying stranded Israelis arrives at Ashdod Port

A week after the outbreak of hostilities with Iran, the ship Crown Iris docked at the port of Ashdod with about 2,000 Israelis rescued from Cyprus on board.

Jewish Congressman run off the road by driver with Palestinian flag

Ohio Rep. Max Miller accuses a man of intentionally running him off the road while waving a Palestinian flag and seeking to kill him and his family.

9 EU nations push to end trade with Israeli ‘settlements’

Nine EU nations urging the European Commission to propose ending trade with Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, citing a recent International Court of Justice opinion. This move precedes a key EU foreign ministers' meeting on June 23 to discuss ties with Israel.

Sirens in southern Israel

Sirens sounded in southern Israel: Missile fired from Iran, damage in Be'er Sheva

IDF identifies missile launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Sirens sounded in southern Israel. Impact reported in Be'er Sheva, resulting in damage to vehicles and an apartment. Five people lightly injured.

Fordow countdown

Fordow countdown | Report: Israel considers unilateral action on Iran nuclear site

Israel is reportedly weighing a solo strike on Iran's Fordow nuclear site within days, despite preferring a joint US operation. Sources tell Iran International a 48-72 hour window is critical.