Defense Minister:
Defense Minister: Any enemy who tries to interfere will pay a heavy price
Defense Minister Israel Katz stresses goal of Iran strike to remove 'immediate threat' to Israel's security, global and regional stability.
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Jewish leaders back decisive action against Iran
Leaders of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations issued a statement supporting the USA and Israel in their attacks against Iran.
Trump confirms: Khamenei is dead
US President Donald Trump declares Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is dead, calling it justice for victims of the regime worldwide and promising military pressure will continue.
Watch: The attack on Iran - from an American perspective
CENTCOM publishes footage of the strikes on Iran, as they appear from the US military's vantage point.
Operation Roaring Lion:
Operation Roaring Lion: Iranian defense leadership eliminated
The operation began with a preemptive strike after the IDF identified several locations throughout Tehran in which senior officials of the Iranian defense establishment had gathered.
Dozens of Israelis stuck in Saudi territory
Around 100,000 Israelis are stranded abroad, including dozens who whose flights rerouted to Saudi Arabia and who do not have permission to disembark.
National Security Council warns Israelis abroad amid Iran escalation
National Security Council calls on Israelis worldwide to increase vigilance, avoid public identification, and follow travel warnings due to heightened threats against Israeli and Jewish targets abroad following escalation with Iran.
Historic flyover:
IAF chief: We started on the right foot
IAF chief Tomer Bar praises pilots for outstanding execution of historic flyover, opening move of Operation Roaring Lion.
160,000 reservists called up
The IDF has begun a series of steps to reinforce its defensive capabilities alongside continuing attacks in Iran.
Herzog to Israel's enemies:
Herzog to Israel's enemies: The people of Israel are a strong nation
Israeli President Isaac Herzog endorses joint US-Israel operation against Iran, praising the IDF and US military and expressing hope for a safer, freer Middle East.
Watch: Havdalah at Shaare Zedek's emergency shelter
In the shadow of continuous missile barrages, Shaare Zedek moves patients to underground shelters, as staff, families, and patients mark the end of the Sabbath together.
IDF spokesperson:
IDF spokesperson: Iranian regime has not abandoned its plan to destroy Israel
IDF and US Armed Forces launch broad and joint campaign to thoroughly degrade the Iranian terrorist regime, remove existential threats to the State of Israel.
Petah Tikva: Private home hit by shrapnel
Seventeen-year-old boy lightly injured in missile barrage on central Israel.
Trump To Iranians:
Trump To Iranians: 'US is supporting you, seize control of your destiny'
President Trump confirmed the launch of large-scale U.S. military operations inside Iran and called for Iranians to rise against the regime, promising support 'with overwhelming strength and devastating force.'
IDF conducts largest military flyover in IAF history
IDF executes largest-ever military flyover with 200 fighter jets, targeting Iran's missile and defense systems in a major strike across western and central Iran.
Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi:
Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi: 'Fellow Iranians - we must remain focused on reclaiming Iran'
The Leader of the Iranian Democratic Opposition, Prince Reza Pahlavi, today issued a video message to the Iranian people, following the start of Operation Roaring Lion, telling them to be patient and await his instructions.
Chief of Staff: Significant and unprecedented war lies ahead of us
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks to Israelis, says Israel at high readiness, coming war will ensure Israel's continued existence and future.
'Peace is within reach'
'Peace is within reach': Omani FM optimistic after meeting US VP JD Vance
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi expresses hope for peace after meeting US VP JD Vance in Washington, discussing ongoing US-Iran talks.
IAEA report:
IAEA report highlights lack of access to Iran's nuclear sites after war
New IAEA report reveals Iran has denied access to nuclear sites bombed in June, leaving key details of its uranium stockpile unverified.
Amid rising tensions
Countries warn citizens against travel to Israel and Iran amid rising tensions
Several countries, including France, Britain, and Germany, advise citizens against traveling to Israel and Iran due to escalating tensions. Warnings include heightened security risks and possible border closures.
IDF Spokesperson reassures Israelis amid rising tensions
IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin reassures the public, saying the military is monitoring Iran closely and remains on high alert. This comes after the US Embassy in Israel announced staff evacuations.
Two Israeli leftists injured in clashes with masked Israelis near Shechem
Far-left activists claim attack by masked far-right suspects, two airlifted to hospital.
Gaza:
Gaza: Armed terrorists who emerged from terror tunnel eliminated
Terrorists who emerged from underground infrastructure in Rafah eliminated. In response to the violation of the agreement, the IDF struck additional Hamas terrorists.
Five seriously injured from heatstroke in Tel Aviv Marathon
During the Tel Aviv Marathon, 35 runners required medical treatment, five of whom were seriously injured by heatstroke
Looming Iran strike
US evacuates embassy families, urges citizens to consider leaving Israel
State Department authorizes the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of US government personnel due to safety risks.
Israel's 1st Chief Rabbi:
Tetzaveh: Moses and the priestly garments
These special clothes indicate that the kohanim suffer from a fundamental dissonance.
Watch: A white morning on Mt. Hermon
After a snowy night, five cm of snow piled up on Mount Hermon, and the visitors' site estimates that the amount will increase as the snow continues.
53% of Israelis
53% of Israelis: Opposition was wrong to boycott meeting with Indian PM
A majority of the public (59%) believes that avoiding a U.S. strike on Iran would be a very bad outcome for Israel.
Report: Over 5% of Israel's population lives without equal rights
According to the report, the number of residents in Judea and Samaria has increased by 10,623 in 2025, with a growth rate of approximately 2% in the population of Judea and Samaria.
Son born to war widow:
Emunah visits her fallen soldier husband’s grave with her son born after his death
Emunah Chirak, widow of combat engineering soldier Sgt. Yosef Yehuda Chirak, visited his grave together with their son Mevaser Tov, who was born after he fell in Gaza.
Britain:
Jeremy Corbyn expected to lead leftist British party after leadership committee victory
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's supporters win control of Your Party’s leadership committee, positioning him to become the parliamentary leader.
Russia questions how Board of Peace will work with UNSC
Russia questions how Trump’s Board of Peace will work with the UN Security Council, cites the board’s mandate and lack of UN Secretary-General participation.
Australian tribunal rules:
Australian tribunal rules: 'All Zionists are terrorists' chant is unlawful
The Victorian Tribunal rules that the chant “All Zionists are terrorists" incites hatred against Jews, affirming that freedom of speech in Australia does not extend to racial or religious vilification.
France:
France: Swastikas found in Drancy, former WWII transit camp for Jews
Two swastikas discovered in Drancy, a former WWII transit camp for Jews deported to Auschwitz. The vandalism comes amid rising antisemitic acts in France.
Vance:
Vance: 'No chance' US strikes on Iran would lead to long-term war
VP JD Vance tells The Washington Post that potential strikes on Iran would not lead to a prolonged US war, outlines diplomatic and military options.
Report:
Report: Trump briefed on military options in Iran amid talks
Navy Adm. Brad Cooper briefs President Trump on military options regarding Iran, as US-Iran talks in Geneva show progress, according to ABC News.
'Die but don’t tell'
'Die but don’t tell': Matan Angrest recalls 738 days in Hamas captivity
After 738 days in Hamas captivity, Matan Angrest shares his experiences of interrogations, isolation, and the struggle to protect classified security secrets.
Poll: Ben Gvir gaining strength
According to a Channel 12 News poll, the coalition bloc stands at 52 seats, the opposition has 58, and the Arab parties hold 10.
Israel ramps up disaster preparations in schools
The IDF Home Front Command and local emergency teams staged disaster simulations in schools, testing rescue responses, student evacuations, and multi-agency coordination to ensure readiness for worst-case scenarios.
Ad campaign 'exposes' Reform agenda at Western Wall
Coalition for Jewish Values & Am Echad launch ads highlighting the “larger ideological program" driving the Reform movement’s campaign to have a large section at the Western Wall dedicated for mixed prayer under their auspices.
