Tehran is burning
Tehran is burning: Significant strike in Iran's capital
Dozens of IAF fighter jets launch massive strike in Tehran, targeting central fuel terminal and weapons depots. Defense Minister Israel Katz: 'Tehran is burning.'
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Trump: Israel-Iran war 'should end'
US President Donald Trump says Israel-Iran war 'should end,' following a call with Russian President Putin; Iran cancels planned nuclear talks with the US in Oman, citing Israel’s military actions.
Unique footage: Iranian UAV intercepted over Galilee Panhandle
Video posted online shows UAV is flying at high speed as interceptor missile ascends, then descends and precisely strikes the hostile aircraft.
Mossad activity in Iran sparks outrage, arrests reported
Iranian media report seizure of UAV-laden trucks and vehicles allegedly used by Israeli agents. five citizens arrested for alleged collaboration with Mossad.
Pres. Herzog to world leaders:
President Herzog to world leaders: Stand with Israel against nuclear Iran
Israeli President Isaac Herzog calls on international community to support Israel’s campaign to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran, warning the regime’s ambitions threaten not only Israel but global peace.
IDF strikes underground Iranian missile site featured in regime propaganda video
IAF jets target underground site housing cruise and surface-to-surface missiles, including launch shafts, as part of efforts to dismantle Iran’s missile array.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'We are in a fateful battle for our existence, follow safety instructions'
Standing beside a public shelter, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urges Israelis to heed Home Front Command directives, stressing that reaching protected spaces saves lives. 'Guard your life, protect your body,' he stressed, quoting the Torah.
Actress's home destroyed by missile strike
Actress Sarit Vino-Elad lost her house to an Iranian missile strike in Ramat Gan over Shabbat.
Chief of Staff to air crews:
Chief of Staff to air crews: 'Unprecedented achievement in the history of the IDF'
Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir meets with Tel Nof Airbase crews, praising their courage and precision in the ongoing strikes on Iran. 'An unprecedented achievement.'
IDF spokesman: Recent strikes in Iran focused on Tehran
IDF spokesman Effie Defrin updates on Israeli operation to eliminate Iranian nuclear threat, adds, 'We struck two significant targets of the Natanz nuclear facility program, dealt significant blow to existential threat presented by Iran.'
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Iranian regime bombing civilians, we are targeting terrorists
Prime Minister Netanyahu gave a video congratulating President Trump and the US Army on their birthdays and emphasized that Israel is fighting for more than just itself.
In opening strike:
In opening strike: IDF eliminates nine senior Iranian nuclear scientists
IAF jets strike dozens of sites across Iran, eliminating nine top nuclear experts central to Iran’s nuclear weapons program and representing decades of scientific expertise.
Watch:
Watch: Israeli Air Force and Navy intercept Iranian UAVs
Israeli Navy missile boat intercepts five UAVs launched from Iran since Saturday morning; IAF strikes dozens of surface-to-surface missile launchers in Iran.
Emergency measures remain in effect:
No school or work nationwide on Sunday as emergency measures remain in effect
IDF lifts directive to remain near shelters for now, but extends state of special emergency protection measures through Sunday at 8:00 p.m.
Israeli intel: Iran still holds 2,000 missiles
Senior Israeli intelligence official reveals: Iran retains around 2,000 ballistic missiles, additional strikes planned. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows: 'What they’ve felt so far is nothing compared to what’s coming.'
IDF:
IDF: 'Road to Tehran paved' as Air Force gains freedom to strike in Iran
IDF says Iranian missile strikes may resume in the coming hours, IAF airstrikes have crippled key Iranian air defenses, enabling expanded operations over Tehran; Fordow nuclear site still untouched.
200 missiles launched:
Three killed, dozens injured after Iran launches 200 missiles at Israel
Missiles launched by Iran have killed three civilians and injured nearly 90 others in central Israel, with heavy damage reported in residential areas.
Trump to Axios:
Trump to Axios: Israel strike boosts Iran nuclear deal chances
President Trump tells Barak Ravid of Axios he believes Israel's strike on Iran likely improved prospects for a US-Iran nuclear agreement, contrary to concerns it would jeopardize diplomacy. Trump states he thinks Iran now has a stronger incentive to negotiate seriously.
Operation Rising Lion:
Operation Rising Lion: IDF dismantles air bases and missile sites
IDF launches strikes on Iran's Hamadan and Tabriz air bases, successfully dismantling the latter. Dozens of Iranian aerial defense targets, UAVs, and surface-to-surface missile launchers also destroyed.
Netanyahu to Iranians:
Netanyahu to Iranians: 'Rising Lion' paves way for your freedom
PM Netanyahu addresses Iranians in a video after Operation Rising Lion, stating it clears the path for their freedom by targeting the Islamic regime's nuclear and missile threats and urging Iranians to seize this opportunity for liberation.
Iran retaliates:
Iranian missiles kill woman, injure dozens of others as Islamic Republic retaliates
Iranian missile barrages targeting Israel Friday and Saturday kill one woman and injure dozensof others. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim retaliation for "Operation Rising Lion." Defense Minister vows "heavy price."
Sirens in Eilat and Dead Sea
Sirens in Eilat and Dead Sea, IDF intercepts three drones
Sirens sound in Eilat, the Dead Sea, and Arava regions due to suspected drone infiltrations. IDF confirms the Air Force intercepted a drone over Eilat and two additional suspicious aerial targets over the Arava region.
IDF Spokesperson:
IDF Spokesperson: Further interceptions may occur, we are acting to eliminate this threat
After Iran's retaliatory missile strike, IDF Spokesperson urges adherence to safety guidelines, emphasizing the ongoing operation's necessity to neutralize threats.
IDF strikes Iranian nuclear facility in Isafahan
IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin confirms that Israel struck Iran's nuclear facility in Isfahan, part of "Operation Rising Lion." The strike targeted a uranium "reconversion" site.
Sirens in Jerusalem
Sirens in Jerusalem, missile from Yemen falls near Hebron
Sirens sounded in Jerusalem and the area following the launch of a missile from Yemen. IDF says the missile fell in the area of Hebron and no interceptors were launched.
President Trump:
President Trump: ‘I always knew the date for Israel's attack on Iran'
President Trump reveals that Israel’s military action followed a 60-day deadline he set for Iran to agree to a revised nuclear deal. After Iran failed to comply, Trump said he anticipated the strike. Despite tensions, the US remains open to renewed talks.
Netanyahu on Iran:
Netanyahu: 'Iran's nuclear abilities are the greatest threat to humanity'
Prime Minister Netanyahu reveals order to neutralize Iran’s nuclear threat was given in November 2024. IDF has begun calling up reservists, while Iran’s new IRGC chief threatens that 'the gates of hell will soon open.'
Chicken coop near Hadera catches fire
Multiple firefighting teams from the Hadera station currently battling a fire at a chicken coop in Ma'ayan Tzvi
Chief Rabbis:
Chief Rabbis and Torah sages urge prayer, Torah study amid security emergency
Chief Rabbis and Torah sages urge prayer, Torah study amid security emergency
CAM chief:
CAM chief: Iran a global terror threat, world must stand with Israel
Combat Antisemitism Movement head Sacha Roytman urges global backing for Israel’s strike on Iran, warning the regime is nearing nuclear capability and fuels worldwide terror. 'This is not the time for silence. This is the time to stand with Israel.'
Former PM Naftali Bennett: Proud to be Israeli, proud we're acting
'There's no nice way to do it; you got to do what you got to do,' former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett says to UK interviewer.
Effie Defrin:
Effie Defrin: IDF inflicted major damage on Natanz, eliminated top Iranian commanders
IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin confirms Israel’s strike on Iran’s Natanz nuclear site, revealing details of the site and warning of a prolonged campaign. At least 20 senior Iranian commanders were reportedly eliminated in the opening strike.
Texts (English and Hebrew) of:
Prayers for the State of Israel, the IDF and the Hostages
In this week's Torah reading: “Rise up, Hashem! May your enemies be scattered; may your foes flee before you.”
IDF confirms:
IDF confirms: Iranian Air Force commander and top brass eliminated
IDF confirms elimination of IRGC Air Force commander, senior Air Force chain of command eliminated along with him.
Trump:
Trump: 'Iran’s leaders are dead — make a deal before it’s too late'
US President Donald Trump responds to Israel’s strike on Iran, saying Tehran missed repeated chances to make a deal. 'They are all dead now, and it will only get worse.'
Watch:
Watch: IAF continues intercepting UAVs launched towards Israel by Iran
IAF continuing to intercept Iranian UAVs launched towards Israel following Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Dramatic footage: Mossad special unit operates in heart of Iran
In rare move, Mossad releases series of videos from Israeli strikes deep inside Iran, showcasing the operations of a special unit operating at the heart of Iranian territory.
Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: Strike eliminated top Iranian military leaders, nuclear officials
Defense Minister Israel Katz briefed Friday on elimination of most of Iran’s top air force command during a strike on an underground base.
Israel destroys Natanz nuclear facility, shoots down all Iranian UAVs
Israel destroys Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility, intercepts over 100 UAVs launched by Iran. Home Front Command updates guidelines for Israeli public.
Israel strikes Iran's aerial defense system
IDF completes large-scale strike against Iranian regime's aerial defense array in western Iran.
