Pres. Herzog meets foreign ministers of UK, Germany
'Whole world must work decisively and defiantly against the threat posed by the Iranian regime,' Pres. Herzog says.
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Former Defense Minister:
Former Defense Minister: 'Smotrich, Ben Gvir and Sinwar have the same interests'
Former Defense Minister attacked ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir, saying that, 'The two have the same interest as Yahya Sinwar and that is starting a war of Gog and Magog.'
IDF strikes ready-to-fire rocket launchers in Gaza
IDF's 162nd Division continues operational activities in central Gaza to eliminate terrorists, destroy terrorist infrastructure.
New footage shows how a stabbing attack was thwarted
'Take out the knife!' New footage shows how a stabbing attack in Jerusalem's Old City was thwarted.
Rabbi Israel Meir Lau:
Rabbi Israel Meir Lau: 'We still don't understand the magnitude of the miracle'
Former Chief Rabbi on the Iranian attack: ‘The miracle is immense not only because of the successful interception, but also because of the international coalition that stood by us.’
In response to attack on Israel:
EU to expand its sanctions on Iran in response to attack on Israel
EU top diplomat Josep Borrell says EU members plan to discuss sanctions regime that seeks to curb the supply of Iranian drones to Russia to include the provision of missiles and cover deliveries to Iranian proxies.
'Not constructive'
'Not constructive': Qatar responds to US lawmaker's call to reevaluate relations
Qatari embassy in the US expresses surprise at comments made by Congressman Steny Hoyer regarding the Gaza hostage crisis and his threat to "reevaluate" the US relationship with Qatar.
IDF soldier seriously injured in battle in Gaza
Soldier from the Shaldag Unit, one of the premier Israeli Air Force units, evacuated for medical treatment at a hospital and his family has been notified.
IAEA chief:
IAEA chief: Situation in Iran is business as usual
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi says the agency is still on alert over possible Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Irish PM:
Irish PM: Israel's sense of reason has been replaced by revenge
Ireland's new Prime Minister, Simon Harris, hits back at criticism by Israel of his speech in which he failed to mention the hostages in Gaza.
After uproar:
After uproar: Apple fixes controversial Jerusalem emoji
Apple releases partial update to its iPhone software which stops the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) flag emoji from being suggested when users type the word "Jerusalem".
Man arrested for hate graffiti in Uman
Young man caught on camera spraying a swastika and antisemitic slogans on the side of a Jewish building.
Hezbollah Radwan Force commander eliminated
Hussein Mustafa Shechory, the Commander of the Rockets and Missiles Unit of Hezbollah's Radwan Forces in Lebanon's central and western region, planned rocket and missile launches against Israel.
An evening of rockets and reprisals
Hezbollah fired several rockets at northern Israel following the assassination of two senior figures in the organization. The IDF retaliated by attacking the origins of the rockets.
Iranians call for Israel to attack IRGC leaders
Graffiti in Tehran denounces the IRGC as a weak government without the interests of the people in mind, and calls for the international community and Israel to help overthrow them.
'We'll see you at you house'
Anti-Israel activist threatens to murder Calif. city council members
Anti-Israel activist arrested, faces felony charges after making death threats at city council meeting in Bakersfield, California. 'I hope that one day, somebody brings the guillotine and kills all of you.'
Poland supports Israel again after Iranian attack
Following the recent Iranian attack, Poland has published messages of support for Israel - apparently mending relations damaged in the World Central Kitchen incident
Gallant:
Gallant: 'Iran's attack failed and their attempt to deter Israel will fail'
Defense Minister meets IDF soldiers stationed in the north. 'Any enemy that fights us will be defeated.'
MK Tali Gottlieb:
MK Tali Gottlieb: 'Netanyahu must reject pressures not to attack Iran'
Likud MK Tali Gottlieb claims that the world, and Gaza in particular, are beginning to disdain as well as a USA colony.
IDF displays downed Iranian ballistic missile
An intercepted ballistic missile fired by Iran at Israel on Saturday night was taken from the Dead Sea. The fuel tank is more than 35 feet long.
Commander of Hezbollah coastal sector eliminated
Ismail Yusaf Baz, the commander of Hezbollah’s coastal sector, was killed in an airstrike in the area of Ain Ebel in Lebanon.
Dozens of interceptions in minutes: How Iran's attack was dealt with
IDF releases details of the management of the defense of the country during Iran's drone and missile attack Saturday night.
Pres. Herzog praises Israel's nurses: You are a source of pride
Ahead of International Nurses Day, President Herzog hosts distinguished nurses from across the Israeli healthcare system.
3 wounded in drone attack in Galilee
2 drones launched from Lebanon explode in Beit Hillel, lightly wounding 3 people.
Western Wall notes:
1000s of notes placed between the Western Wall stones transferred to a designated genizah
Since Oct. 7th, many notes were sent via the website from Israel and around the world by IDF soldiers, the wounded, families of hostages, and more.
Chief of Staff thanks UK military for aid in deflecting Iran attack
'Relationship between the two militaries has strategic importance for maintaining regional stability and security in the Middle East,' IDF stresses.
IDF increasing readiness in the north
IDF holds series of field exercises and cyberspace exercises in the Northern Command.
Hostage in Gaza:
Hostage in Gaza: ‘Gilad Schalit’s picture was hanging in the room where we were held’
Noralin Babadilla, taken hostage from Kibbutz Nirim with her partner Gideon Babani: ‘It was hell. Everyday I thought they were going to kill us. I thought Gideon was alive. I prayed and spoke to him.’
Beitar Illit:
Beitar Illit: Infant in serious condition after being left in vehicle
Two-year-old rescued from closed vehicle evacuated to Jerusalem hospital unconscious, in serious condition.
Despite lack of reciprocity:
Despite lack of reciprocity: Israel increases humanitarian gestures in Gaza
COGAT leads humanitarian efforts in Gaza, opening two more bakeries in northern Gaza, continuing work on the Bani Suheila water pipeline, and transferring 126 trucks to northern Gaza.
Washington Times:
Washington Times: 'Israel is losing sovereignty, Palestinian Arabs continue to build'
Washington Times op-ed expresses concern over illegal Palestinian construction in Area C in Israel and US backing.
Former NSC chief:
Former NSC chief: 'Don't attack in Iran, focus on Lebanon and Syria'
Giora Eiland, former National Security Council chief, calls to utilize the international support following Iran's attack to secure Israel's northern border.
Israeli FM leading push to declare Iran a terror organization
'Iran must be stopped now - before it is too late,' Foreign Minister Israel Katz emphasizes.
Israeli message of reassurance:
Israeli message of reassurance: Any reaction against Iran will not endanger Arab countries
Israel conveyed a message to the countries in the region, that any retaliation for the Iranian attack, would not endanger their stability and regimes.
Watch:
Watch: Terrorists who threatened IDF forces in Gaza are eliminated
IDF eliminates terrorists, destroys terrorist infrastructure; the 162nd Division continues precise raid in central Gaza.
US expects Israel to respond to Iran’s attack on Saturday night, but in a limited scope
Despite cautions against further escalation in the region, Gilad Erdan, Israel’s representative to the UN, said that Israel 'reserves the legal right to retaliate. The world cannot settle for inaction.’
Estimate:
Estimate: Haredim will agree to draft up to 50% of yeshiva students
Representatives of haredi parties agree to Draft Law which would see enlistment of up to 50% of yeshiva students in the coming years, report says.
'Rust' movie set shooting
Armorer sentenced to 18 months in prison over 'Rust' movie set shooting
The trial of Actor Alec Baldwin, who was charged with involuntary manslaughter in the case, is set for July 10.
House Speaker to promote Israel aid bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to move forward with four individual bills to fund Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. White House reiterates its objection to standalone bills.
IAEA chief:
IAEA chief: Concerned Israel will attack Iran's nuclear facilities
Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, says Iran closed its nuclear facilities on Sunday over "security considerations".