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Amid sale negotiations

Trump grants TikTok 90-day lifeline amidst sale negotiations

President Trump issues a 90-day extension for TikTok to find a non-Chinese buyer, marking the app's third reprieve from a looming ban based on national security concerns.

Trump grants TikTok 90-day lifeline amidst sale negotiations

Overnight

IAF conducts overnight strikes in Tehran

IDF announces that the IAF is conducting strikes in Tehran. According to reports in Iran, Israel targeted Imam Hussein University, which is linked to the Revolutionary Guards. Earlier, Iran fired 25 missiles in two salvos.

IAF conducts overnight strikes in Tehran

Kremlin urges diplomacy:

Kremlin urges diplomacy: Israeli strikes on Iran 'unacceptable'

Russia's Foreign Ministry denounces Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear sites as "illegal" and a threat to global security, urging diplomacy to resolve the nuclear dispute.

Kremlin urges diplomacy: Israeli strikes on Iran 'unacceptable'

Rabbi David Yosef clarifies:

Rabbi David Yosef clarifies: Shabbat flights - only for life-threatening emergencies

Israel’s Chief Rabbi, Rabbi David Yosef, responds to El Al’s inquiry, states that rescue flights on Shabbat are only permitted in cases of immediate danger to life.

Rabbi David Yosef clarifies: Shabbat flights - only for life-threatening emergencies

Diplomatic halt

Diplomatic halt: US Embassies in Israel close due to security

State Department announces the closure of US Embassy branches in Israel from Wednesday to Friday due to the security situation and in compliance with local guidance.

Diplomatic halt: US Embassies in Israel close due to security

Second time in one night

Second time in one night: 10 missiles fired from Iran towards Israel

Second barrage of ten missiles detected from Iran. Earlier, around 15 missiles launched from Iran, most of them intercepted.

Second time in one night: 10 missiles fired from Iran towards Israel

Report:

Report: Iran poised to strike US bases after any attack

The New York Times reports that Iran has readied missiles for potential strikes on US bases should America join Israel's conflict.

Report: Iran poised to strike US bases after any attack

Anti-terror raid:

Anti-terror raid in Jenin area: 5 apprehended, plots foiled

Israeli forces apprehend five terrorists in Jenin, Far'a, and Tamun, acting on Shin Bet intelligence. The operations thwart planned attacks, dismantle a terror network involved in financing and weapons, and nab explosive manufacturers.

Anti-terror raid in Jenin area: 5 apprehended, plots foiled

National Security Adv:

National Security Adv: Iran op. won't end before Fordow is struck

National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi says he does not know if the US will participate in the operation in Iran, but 'the plan is blue and white, including all elements of the offensive.'

National Security Adv: Iran op. won't end before Fordow is struck

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.

3 missiles launched at Israel

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.

IDF Spokesperson: 'There are no more cities of refuge in the Middle East'

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.

Chief of Staff: When the home front is strong, we have the strength to keep operating

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.

JD Vance defends Donald Trump from Tucker Carlson's criticism

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.

Berlin clothing store bans Jews

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.

Iran launches more ballistic missiles at 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.'

Trump: 'We now have complete & total control of skies over Iran'

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.

German Chancellor: Israel is doing the world's 'dirty work' in 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.

Danny & Igor were killed in the missile strike on Haifa refinery

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.

Netanyahu to Iran International: 'Let’s make Iran great again'

Iran launches 8 missiles at Israel

4 hurt while running to a protected area during sirens. 2 impacts reported in open areas.

Iran launches 8 missiles at Israel

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.'

Huckabee to Trump: 'God spared you to be the most consequential president'

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.

Footage from Western Iran: Air Force completes round of strikes on launch sites

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.

1st time since start of war: 162nd Division operating in Kfar Jabaliya in Gaza

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.

Senior US official: US support could end Operation Rising Lion within a week

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.

Majority of citizens now rely on social media for news

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.

White House: 'Pres. Trump has always been clear that Iran can't have a nuclear weapon'

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.

Ben Shapiro: 'Trump is looking for an off-ramp'

Iran claims first use of uninterceptable missile against Israel

Iranian officials assert their new missile was undetectable by Israel, promising further escalation in attacks.

Iran claims first use of uninterceptable missile against Israel

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.

Katz warns Khamenei: 'Remember the dictator next door'

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.

Yaakov and Dasi Blue murdered in Petah Tikva missile strike

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.

Foreign Minister: 'The new Iranian Chief of Staff should take extreme caution'

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.

Trump: 'We want a real end to Iran threat, not a ceasefire'

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.

Reports: Major cyberattack targets Iranian banks

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.

Benny Gantz to CNN: I'm sure President Trump cares about Israel very much

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.

Footage from Iran: Anti-aircraft squad launches missile at drone, and is eliminated

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.

Watch: Family rescued from destroyed apartment thanks to advanced technology

'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.

'You delivered intelligence that paved the way to Tehran'

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.

Golani Brigade seals tunnels under Gazan hospital

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.

Police investigating journalists who planned to film Haifa Port from a nearby hotel

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.

Will Congress keep Trump out of war with Iran?