Israel returns fire:
Israel returns fire: IAF renews attacks on Iran
IDF spokesperson reports Israeli Air Force operating in western Iran, carried out strikes on missile launchers and Iranian soldiers involved in firing at Israel.
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Iranian FM threatens US and Israel following US strike on Fordow nuclear site
Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi condemns US for its overnight strike on Fordow nuclear facility, calling it a 'grave violation' of international law and vowing that Iran reserves the right to respond.
Delays for thousands of Israelis returning home
Changes to Home Front Command guidelines, closure of airspace and ports after US attack on Iran's Fordow nuclear facility, delay thousands of Israelis in quest to return home.
Hamas and Houthis condemn US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities
Hamas condemns US airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites, holds the US and Israel responsible. Yemen's Houthi rebels also denounce the strikes, expressing full support for Iran.
Herzog thanks Trump:
Herzog thanks Trump: A decisive moment between the axis of terror and the axis of hope
President Isaac Herzog thanks US President Donald Trump after the US struck Iran’s nuclear facilities: This brave step serves the security and safety of the entire free world.
Israeli official reveals US, Israel practiced Iran attack
An Israeli official confirms to ABC News that, a year ago, the US and Israel conducted an unprecedented military exercise, simulating offensive strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The drill, planned under the Biden administration, wasn't expected to be immediately relevant.
Friedman fires back
AOC calls for impeachment of Trump over Iran strikes, Friedman fires back
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) fiercely criticizes President Trump's order to bomb Iran, labeling it a "grounds for impeachment." Former Ambassador David Friedman fires back: The president just saved millions of lives and acted fully in accordance with law.
UN chief:
UN chief: Gravely alarmed by US use of force against Iran
UN Secretary-General Guterres denounces US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, calling them a "dangerous escalation" and "direct threat to international peace." This criticism follows his past condemnation of Israeli counterterrorism operations.
Trump:
Trump: Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been totally obliterated
After US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, President Trump announces a "spectacular military success," and warns Iran to make peace or face greater future attacks: There will be either peace or there will be tragedy.
Earthquake strikes Iran near military base
Earthquake measuring 5.1-magnitude shakes northern Iran, causing tremors felt as far as Tehran and raising concerns due to its proximity to Semnan province military base.
Teenager's life spared by millimeters
Itay Mason, 16, from Netanya, was hit by shrapnel from an Iranian missile. The fragments missed his arteries by millimeters.
Israel clarifies: 'We won't wait two weeks'
Israel reportedly plans to take action against Iran’s Fordow nuclear site ahead of a potential agreement with the US.
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.
