Israel National News

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.

Missile manufacturing sites struck

More than 60 fighter jets conduct strikes in Tehran, missile manufacturing sites struck

Over 60 IAF jets strike dozens of Iranian military targets with 120 munitions. Strikes focused on Tehran's missile manufacturing sites, including those producing components and raw materials.

After Israeli strikes

Revolutionary Guards reshuffle intelligence leadership following Israeli strikes

Iran's Revolutionary Guards appoint Brigadier General Majid Khadami as their new intelligence chief after his predecessor, Mohammed Kazemi, was eliminated in an Israeli strike.

Report:

Report: Trump delayed Iran strike due to concerns over creating 'another Libya'

According to The New York Post, President Trump is delaying the decision on potential US airstrikes in Iran due to concerns about creating "another Libya" if the regime is toppled.

IAEA confirms Israeli strikes damaged Iran's Arak reactor

UN nuclear watchdog confirms Israeli strikes damaged the heavy water production plant in Arak, says the plant was not operational and contained no nuclear material.

MK Benny Gantz:

MK Benny Gantz: We are nearing the decisive stages - we must not stop

Benny Gantz issues a statement following a security briefing with the Prime Minister: "We are nearing the decisive stages of Iran’s nuclear project - we must not stop."

Hezbollah leader:

Hezbollah leader: We will 'act as we see fit' in Iran-Israel conflict

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem declares the group will "act as we see fit," pledging full support for Iran amid US warnings against involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.

Tenafly rejoices as freed hostage Edan Alexander returns home

Tenafly, NJ, erupts in cheers as freed American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023 and freed last month, returns home.

IRGC threatens pro-Netanyahu new channel

Iranian outlet threatens missile strike on Israel's Channel 14, calling it a 'terrorism support center' for backing Netanyahu; demands immediate evacuation.

From the air and sea:

From the air and sea: IDF intercepted over 95% of Iranian UAVs so far

IDF says over 95% of airborne threats intercepted as Air Force and Navy work in tandem to counter relentless Iranian UAV and missile attacks on Israeli civilians.

IDF Spokesperson:

IDF Spokesperson: Over 480 attack drones launched by Iran have been intercepted

IDF Spokesperson, Brigadier General Effie Defrin, delivers a message to Iran: ' Our actions are speaking louder than words: those who act against us are paying a heavy price.'

Mazal Tov:

Mazal Tov: Bereaved father and husband Leo Dee announces engagement

Rabbi Leo Dee, who lost his wife and two of his daughters in a terror attack in the Jordan Valley, announced his engagement to Aliza Teplitsky.

SA Chief Rabbi denounces South African government's support for Iran

Chief Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein says pre-emptive attack saved Israel and the Jewish People from 'another Holocaust.'

Trump says he will decide whether to strike Iran within 2 weeks

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shares a quote from President Trump outlining his desire for a peaceful solution to the Iranian nuclear crisis, but he is also willing to use force if it is required.

Netanyahu:

Netanyahu: 'Trump administration helping wonderfully'

Prime Minister tells Kan News Iran strike nearly aborted, says no one—including Khamenei—is immune; emphasizes dismantling Tehran’s nuclear and missile threats.

Chief of Staff:

Chief of Staff: We are now turning their 'ring of fire' on them

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits the IDF Intelligence Directorate. 'What we are doing here is historic—we are changing the face of the Middle East.'

Watch:

Watch: Undercover soldiers enter store & come out with wanted terrorist

Border Police undercover forces in Judea and Samaria operated last night in the heart of the Far’a camp in the Menashe Regional Brigade, in a targeted operation to arrest the wanted terrorist.

Four days after missile strike:

Four days after missile strike: Body of Bat Yam impact victim found

Four days after the direct hit on a residential city in Bat Yam, recovery workers located the body of Maria Peshkorova.

'Hunt the officials down'

IDF intel chief reveals new details from Iran strikes: 'Hunt the officials down'

Major General Shlomi Binder praises successful operations against Quds Force leadership, calls for continued momentum in ongoing campaign.

Ritchie Torres:

Ritchie Torres: 'The far left should extend the same empathy to Jews it gives others'

Democratic Congressman from New York condemns Democratic Socialist Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for defending the chant 'globalize the Intifada.'

Report:

Report: Direct US-Iran talks held amid Israel-Iran war

Wartime phone talks between US envoy Witkoff and Iran's Araghchi mark a rare direct diplomatic effort to ease tensions amid Israel's ongoing strikes, Reuters reports.

Sa'ar responds to Belgium:

Sa'ar responds to Belgium: 'Obsessed with Israel even when we fight an existential threat'

Israeli Foreign Minister responds to Belgian Deputy PM Maxime Prévot's call for sanctions on good made in Judea and Samaria during the conflict with Iran.

Watch:

Watch: Terrorist who attempted to fire mortar at soldiers in Gaza eliminated

Forces located and dismantled a terrorist tunnel shaft inside a residential building in Shejaiya and a 500-meter-long underground tunnel route in the area.

'All options are open'

Netanyahu does not rule out eliminating Iran's Supreme Leader: 'All options are open'

Netanyahu visits Soroka Medical Center after missile strike, stating "2,500 years ago, Cyrus freed the Jewish people; now the Jewish people are helping the Persian people break free."

At least 10 missiles launched in Iranian attack

A launch of about ten missiles from Iran was detected. Alarms were activated in large areas of the north of the country.

Shock on Social Media:

Shock on Social Media: Israeli tweets used for Iranian propaganda

Several tweets by Israelis following Iran's attack on Soroka Hospital received over a million views and were distributed on Iranian channels as if to justify the attack.