Trump:
Trump: Iranian attack wouldn't have happened if I were in office
Former US President rips into Biden over Iran’s attack against Israel: This is because we show great weakness.
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Erdan to Security Council:
Ambassador Erdan to Security Council: No more red-carpet treatment for Iran
Israel’s Ambassador to the UN calls on Security Council to condemn Iran following its attack on Israel: This attack crossed every red line and Israel reserves the legal right to retaliate.
Following assessment:
Following assessment: IDF lifts restrictions imposed before Iranian attack
Educational activities across Israel will be restored. In the areas of the northern border and communities near the Gaza Strip, educational activities will resume in subject with restrictions.
PM's office denies cabinet opposed response to Iran
Ministers Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot reportedly demanded an immediate response to Iran's attack, while others in the War Cabinet opposed it.
As Iran attacked Israel, the Jewish community in Argentina prayed
While Iranian missiles made their way to Israel, hundreds of members of the Jewish community in Argentina participated in a 'midnight prayer' for Israel’s safety.
IDF reveals images of damage caused by Iranian attack
Out of hundreds of launches, only a few missiles crossed into the territory of the State of Israel causing only minor damage to infrastructure at the Nevatim Airbase near the runway and to a road in the Hermon area.
IDF Spokesman Hagari:
IDF Spokesman Hagari: 'Iran launched 60 tons of warheads and explosives at Israel'
Spokesman Hagari applauded international cooperation in thwarting the Iranian threat and noted: 'Even while under attack from Iran, we have not lost sight of our critical mission in Gaza to rescue our hostages from the hands of Iran's proxies Hamas.'
World Food Program reopens bakery in northern Gaza
The bakery bakes 650,000 pita breads in a day. The bakery joins another two bakeries that reopened in the central Gaza Strip last week. More than 23 bakeries are currently operating in the Gaza Strip, producing over 3 million pitas a day.
‘Binny, you were one big heart’
‘Binny, you were one big heart’ | Teen murdered by terrorists laid to rest
Binyamin Achimeir, the teenager who was brutally murdered by terrorists on Friday, was laid to rest today in the Har Hamenuchot cemetery in Jerusalem.
President Herzog to Sky News:
President Herzog to Sky News: 'We are not war seekers; we are considering all options'
President Herzog, speaking to Sky News: 'I am quite confident we will take the necessary steps to protect and defend our people.'
Following Iranian attack
Following Iranian attack: Chief of Staff speaks to CENTCOM commander
LG Herzi Halevi thanked General Michael Erik Kurilla and noted that the close cooperation between the two militaries throughout the war has led to the formation of a strong defensive coalition that proved itself last night.
Watch:
Watch: IDF troops construct bridge over Wadi Gaza
The soldiers crossed the wadi, which cuts the Gaza Strip in two, using two central bridges and attacked several terror targets in the area.
'Target down'
'Target down'| Footage of successful interceptions of Iranian threats
Dozens of IAF aircraft were spread out in the skies to protect Israeli airspace and successfully intercepted UAVs and cruise missiles.
Israeli MFA:
Israeli MFA: 'Iran must pay a price for its aggression'
Israel’s Foreign Ministry responds to Iranian attack saying that, 'This attack proves once again what Israel has been saying for years: Iran is the one behind the terrorist attacks in the region, and is also the greatest threat to regional stability and world order.'
Minister Gantz:
Minister Gantz: Israel is against Iran, the world is against Iran - and this is the result
National Unity Party Chairman Minister Benny Gantz called for Israel to strengthen its regional alliances and declared that Israel will strike back 'in the manner and at the time that is right for us.'
Report:
Report: US told Israel 'take the win' rather than retaliate against Iran
Senior administration official says Biden told Netanyahu the US would not participate in any offensive action against Iran following last night's attack.
Israel Gantz:
Israel Gantz: 'Binyamin was ambushed, they didn't just happen upon him'
Binyamin governor Israel Ganz claimed that the murder of Binyamin Achimair was the latest in a series of security breaches.
Iran attacks:
Iranian FM threatens more attacks if Israel responds to massive attack
Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian claims assault on Israel using 300 UAVs and missiles was 'responsible,' 'legitimate self-defense.'
Russia claims Iranian attack was justified self-defense
Russian foreign ministry defends massive attack by its ally Iran on Israel, calls on 'all sides' to show restraint in attack's aftermath.
Arab affairs expert:
Arab affairs expert: 'Israel was attacked because Iran saw it as weak'
Arab affairs correspondent Zvi Yehezkeli claims that Israeli deterrence has been worn down over multiple conflicts, leading to the Iranian attack.
Iranian Attack:
Iranian Attack: 5 billion shekels in a single night
The former economic advisor to the Chief of Staff, Col. (Res.) Ram Aminach, argues that the defense budget should be increased due to the intensification of the Iranian threats.
Ministers call for offensive action against Iran
Likud, Otzma Yehudit ministers praise quality of Israel's defensives during Iranian attack on Israel overnight, call for Israel to take offensive after barrage.
Biden asks Ukraine not to attack Russian refineries
The request comes on the heels of a Russian attack on Ukrainian power facilities.
Ben-Gurion Airport returns to operation
The flight schedule for many airlines has changed, and passengers are advised to check their departure time before making their way to the airport.
US Defense Sec:
US Defense Sec: 'We intercepted dozens of UAVs, missiles launched at Israel'
Secretary Lloyd Austin criticizes Iranian regime after Iran launches hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel overnight.
Searcher who found teen:
Searcher who found teen: 'We found the body in the field, it was a planned attack'
Col. (Res.) Hezi Nehama, the former commander of the Menashe Brigade, participated in the search for Binyamin Achimair, who was found murdered over Shabbat.
Gallant:
Gallant: 'We have thwarted the most significant wave of the attack'
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant held a situational assessment with Israel's defense officials following the successful interception of the Iranian attack.
Hamas turns down another hostage deal
PMO says Hamas responded negatively to proposal in which Israel showed 'significantly degree of flexibility,' proving Sinwar not interested in a humanitarian deal.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: 'We intercepted. We blocked. Together we will win'
Prime Minister posts short message to social media vowing victory after Iran launches hundreds of projectiles at Israel.
2 killed in Jerusalem fire
Two people were killed and seven others were injured in a fire that broke out in a residential building on Lipkin-Shahak street in the capital.
IDF Spokesman:
IDF Spokesman: 99% of Iranian missiles, drones intercepted
IDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says nearly all of the 300 projectiles launched at Israel overnight were intercepted upon meeting "aerial and technological superiority of the IDF."
Sen. Cruz after Iranian attack:
Sen. Cruz: I stand with Israel to do whatever it takes to defend itself
US Senator Ted Cruz condemns Iranian attack on Israel: These attacks are enabled and financed by deliberate policy choices made by Joe Biden and Biden officials.
After Iranian attack:
After Iranian attack: NYPD to beef up security around Jewish institutions
New York City Mayor Eric Adams directs New York Police Department to beef up security around Jewish institutions, stresses there is no direct threat at this time.
Biden:
Biden: I condemn the Iranian attacks in the strongest possible terms
US President issues statement after speaking to Netanyahu: Israel demonstrated a remarkable capacity to defend against and defeat even unprecedented attacks.
Footage from IAF HQ
Footage from IAF HQ | Majority of missiles intercepted outside of Israel's borders
The IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted the majority of the launches using the "Arrow" Aerial Defense System, together with Israel's strategic allies, before the launches crossed into Israeli territory.
Argentina's President:
Argentina's President: We firmly support Israel in defending itself
Argentina's President Javier Milei expresses support for Israel following the Iranian attack on the Jewish state.
Austin to Gallant:
Austin to Gallant: Notify us in advance of response to Iranian attack
Meanwhile, US officials tell NBC News that there is concern in Washington that Israel could do something quickly in response to Iran’s attacks without thinking through potential fallout afterward.
Erdan demands:
Erdan demands: Convene UN Security Council, condemn Iran
UN Security Council agrees to Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan’s request and will convene on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. New York time.
Binyamin region:
Binyamin region: Border Police officer moderately wounded in shooting attack
Female Border Police officer hit by sniper fire emanating from the Arab village of Sinjil, north of the town of Ofra in the Binyamin region.
'The Jerusalem Faction' announces: Studies as usual
The haredi Jerusalem Faction announced this evening that they would hold studies as usual despite the IDF ban on educational activities.
