On Friday, September 13, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered that the safe return of northern Israel's residents to their homes be added to the war's objectives. In the week that followed, dozens of Hezbollah terrorists were killed and thousands were maimed when their communication devices exploded. Israel did not claim responsibility for the explosions, but foreign media reported that the Mossad was behind them.
The following weekend, Hezbollah responded to the elimination of Radwan Force commander Ibrahim Aqil by expanding the range of fire and increasing rocket and UAV launches, targeting the lower Galilee, Haifa Bay, and Jezreel Valley areas. At the same time, the IDF increased its strikes on Hezbollah targets, striking buildings used to store long-range missiles. On Monday, IDF Chief of Staff Major General Herzi Halevi announced that the name of the operation in the northern arena is "Northern Arrows."
On Friday, September 27, Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah was eliminated in a large airstrike on a Hezbollah facility in Beirut.
Live Updates:
Sunday, October 13:
7:06 a.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
6:18 a.m.: Additional sirens in Zar'it and Shomera.
6:09 a.m.: Sirens in Zari't and Shomera, northern Israel.
5:49 a.m.: Additional sirens sounded in northern Israel.
5:42 a.m.: Sirens in Zar'it, northern Israel.
5:25 a.m.: Sirens in Metula and Ghajar, northern Israel.
3:49 a.m.: Sirens in Moshav Zar'it, located in northern Israel.
3:08 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Moshav Netu'a, located in northern Israel.
Saturday, October 12:
11:59 p.m.: In the years before the October 7, 2023 , attack on Israel, Hamas leaders planned a "far deadlier" wave of terror attacks, potentially including a September 11th-style attack on a Tel Aviv skyscraper, the Washington Post reported.
11:56 p.m.: Tishrei 24 will be set as the national memorial day for the war which began on October 7, 2023.
11:45 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded between 23:21 and 23:22 in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 25 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, the IDF reported. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and the rest fell in open areas.
In addition, following the sirens that sounded between 23:27 and 23:28 in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 15 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and the rest fell in open areas.
11:28 p.m.: Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona and Misgav Am, northern Israel
11:28 p.m.: Sirens sound in Tel Hai, Kfar Giladi, Kfar Yuval, and Misgav Am, in northern Israel
11:22 p.m.: Sirens sound in Dishon, Malkia, Iftach, and nearby areas in northern Israel
10:43 p.m.: Sources in the US have denied a CNN report claiming that the US will transfer THAAD air defense batteries to Israel.
10:15 p.m.: Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq claimed to have attacked "two crucial targets" in Eilat by means of UAVs.
10:12 p.m.: Sirens sound in Merom Golan, northern Israel
9:52 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed: "A short while ago, a suspicious aerial target was identified approaching Israeli territory from the Red Sea area. The incident has concluded. The target did not cross into Israeli territory."
9:48 p.m.: Report: Target arriving from the east successfully intercepted near Eilat, no sirens sounded.
9:36 p.m.: Sirens sound in Lehavot Habashan, in northern Israel.
9:35 p.m.: Following the sirens which sounded in the Upper Galilee, 30 launches were identified crossing into Israel from Lebanon. Most were intercepted, and others fell in open areas.
9:22 p.m.: New documents have revealed that Hamas tried to convince Hezbollah and Iran to join Oct. 7 attack, The New York Times reported. Hamas believed that the internal rift in Israel offered a good opportunity for an attack, and attempted to convince Iran to attack sensitive Israeli targets.
9:17 p.m.: The presidents of Russia and Iran met in Turkmenistan and discussed the situation in the Middle East. The two countries are expected to sign a strategic partnership agreement.
9:15 p.m.: Tehran is anxious and working frantically to find a diplomatic solution which will prevent Israel from retaliating for the massive missile barrage earlier this month, sources tell CNN.
9:08 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
8:44 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Zar'it, northern Israel.
8:11 p.m.: The IDF has declared Zar'it, Shomera, Shtula, Netu'a, and Even Menachem to be closed military zones.
"Following a situational assessment, the areas of Zar'it, Shomera, Shtula, Netu'a, and Even Menachem in northern Israel will be declared a closed military zone as of 20:00 today (Saturday)," the IDF confirmed. "Entry to this area is prohibited."
8:31 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded at 20:01 in the Western Galilee area, it was determined to be a false identification.
8:10 p.m.: The IDF will expand its ground operations in southern Lebanon.
8:01 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Sasa, northern Israel.
7:59 p.m.: Following a situational assessment, it was determined that as of today (Saturday) at 20:00, changes will be made to the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines.
As part of the changes, it was decided that in the areas of the southern and northern Golan (besides certain communities in the Emek HaYarden Regional Council), the activity scale will be changed from Limited Activity to Partial Activity, meaning educational activities can be held subject to the Northern Command's guidelines.
In addition, in the communities of Daliyat al-Karmel and Isfiya in the area of the Carmel, the activity scale will be changed from Partial Activity to Full Activity with a restriction on gatherings of over 2000 people.
The rest of the country's guidelines remain unchanged.
7:54 p.m.: Soldiers from the 121st Battalion of Brigade 8 blew the shofar at the conclusion of Yom Kippur, during operational activities in southern Lebanon.
7:42 p.m.: A Combat Officer from the School of Combat Engineering was severely injured today (Saturday) during combat in the southern Gaza Strip.
In a separate incident, a soldier in reserves from the 9203 Battalion, 3rd Brigade, was severely injured yesterday (Friday) during combat in southern Lebanon.
The soldiers were evacuated to a hospital to receive medical treatment. Their families have been notified.
7:27 p.m.: Ahead of expected Israeli retaliation, Iran signals willingness to ignore 'limited' Israeli attack, report says.
7:27 p.m.: Following the sirens in northern Israel, ten launches identified crossing into Israel from Lebanon.
7:16 p.m.: IAF strikes 280 terror targets, ground forces' operations continue in Gaza and Lebanon.
7:05 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Majdal Shams and Kidmat Tzvi, in northern Israel.
6:58 p.m.: The IDF has reported: "Throughout the weekend of Yom Kippur, approximately 320 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israel (Saturday, October 12th)."
"The IDF will continue to defend the State of Israel and its people against the threat posed by the Hezbollah terrorist organization.
6:55 p.m.: UAV from Syria explodes in the Golan Heights
6:55 p.m.: Over 100 rockets were launched from Lebanon towards the Galilee, Akko (Acre), Tzfat, Haifa, and the "Krayot" communities near Haifa.
12:30 a.m.: Live updates are stopping at this time in honor of the start of Yon Kippur in North America, and will resume on Saturday night, upon the conclusion of Yom Kippur and Shabbat in Israel.
Friday, October 11:
11:48 p.m.: A short while ago, a UAV crossed from Syria into Israeli territory and fell in an open area in the northern Golan. No injuries were reported.
Sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol, said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
11:17 p.m.: As of 11:00 p.m., approximately 230 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization have crossed from Lebanon into Israel on Friday, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
"The IDF will continue to defend the State of Israel and its people against the threat posed by the Hezbollah terrorist organization," it added.
10:07 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Misgav Am, northern Israel.
10:00 p.m.: Residents of central Israel report hearing explosions, IDF investigating.
9:54 p.m.: Sirens in Herzliya, central Israel, due to suspected hostile aircraft infiltration.
9:25 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded at 8:50 p.m. in the Upper Galilee area, it was determined to be a false identification, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Following the sirens that sounded at 9:00 p.m. in the Upper Galilee area, several projectiles were fired from Lebanon and did not cross into Israeli territory. No injuries were reported.
9:21 p.m.: Sirens in Margaliot, northern Israel.
9:01 p.m.: Sirens in Kfar Giladi and Misgav Am, northern Israel.
8:50 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area.
7:56 p.m.: Sirens in Misgav Am, northern Israel.
6:13 p.m.: Sirens in Kiryat Shmona and Margaliot.
6:07 p.m.: Sirens in Shlomi and Rosh Hanikra in northern Israel.
6:00 p.m.: With the start of Yom Kippur and Shabbat in Israel, Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk will continue to update the site.
5:46 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
5:22 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
5:11 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Iksal and Tel Adashim, northern Israel.
4:32 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Central Galilee and Upper Galilee areas, northern Israel.
4:01 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula and the area.
3:27 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Galilee panhandle.
3:02 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper and western Galilee.
2:22 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
1:59 p.m.: Sky News Arabia reported citing sources that senior Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa was severely wounded in an attempted elimination yesterday and his condition is considered critical.
Safa, Nasrallah's confidant and brother-in-law, was reportedly the target of a rare Israeli strike in western Beirut.
1:56 p.m.: Hezbollah still has a substantial stockpile of weapons, including its most powerful precision missiles which it has yet to use, Reuters reported citing four sources familiar with the terror group's operations.
12:50 p.m.: The IDF announced that an initial inquiry indicates that the civilians who were injured in the area of Yaroun earlier this morning were injured as a result of an explosion of a fallen munition in the area and not by an anti-tank missile fired from Lebanon as earlier reported.
10:48: a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
10:35 a.m.: The IAF struck and eliminated the terrorist Araeb el Shoga, a commander in the Hezbollah Radwan Forces’ Anti-tank Missile Unit in the Area of Meiss El Jabal in southern Lebanon. El Araeb was responsible for numerous anti-tank missile attacks on the area of Ramot Naftali in northern Israel.
9:52 a.m.: A foreign worker was killed in an anti-tank missile attack in Kibbutz Yir'on.
9:44 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Zarit, northern Israel.
8:31 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the city of Akko and surrounding communities, northern Israel.
8:20 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and Margaliot, northern Israel.
6:49 a.m.: Following the sirens that were heard in the Ashkelon area, Magen David Adom stated that so far no calls have been received about injuries except for cases of anxiety and of people who were injured on the way to shelter.
6:46 a.m.: Home Front Command: The incident in the Ashkelon area has concluded.
6:45 a.m.: IDF: Sirens sounded due to a hostile aircraft infiltration in the area of Lakhish, details are under review.
6:38 a.m.: Sirens warning of hostile aircraft infiltration sounded in Ashkelon.
6:37 a.m.: Sirens warning of hostile aircraft infiltration sounded in Be'er Ganim.
5:07 a.m.: The pro-Iranian militias in Iraq claimed early Friday morning that they attacked a vital target in Eilat with UAVs.
Thursday, October 10:
11:54 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded at 11:34 p.m. in the areas of Metula and Kfar Giladi, it was determined to be a false identification, said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
11:42 p.m.: As of 11:00 p.m., approximately 190 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israel on Thursday.
"The IDF will continue to defend the State of Israel and its people against the threat posed by the Hezbollah terrorist organization," said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
11:34 p.m.: Sirens in Metula and the area.
11:10 p.m.: The Home Front Command said that the incident of a hostile aircraft infiltration in northern Israel has concluded.
10:59 p.m.: Aerial infiltration in Merom Golan.
9:42 p.m.: The IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee issued a warning calling on the residents of the Dahieh suburb to evacuate.
"Urgent warning to the residents of the southern suburb of Haret Hreik, specifically in the buildings specified in the two maps and those adjacent to them: You are located near Hezbollah facilities and interests, and the IDF will act against them in the near future. For your safety and the safety of your family members, you must evacuate this building and the buildings adjacent to it immediately and stay away from it for a distance of no less than 500 meters," Adraee wrote.
9:04 p.m.: A short time ago, the IAF intercepted two UAVs that were traveling from the east.
The UAVs did not cross into Israeli airspace and sirens were not sounded.
8:51 p.m.: The IDF released a statement in which it addressed reports that it opened fire at a UNIFIL post in southern Lebanon.
"The Hezbollah terrorist organization operates from within and near civilian areas in southern Lebanon, including areas near UNIFIL posts.
"The IDF is operating in southern Lebanon and maintains routine communication with UNIFIL.
"This morning (Thursday), IDF troops operated in the area of Naqoura, next to a UNIFIL base. Accordingly, the IDF instructed the UN forces in the area to remain in protected spaces, following which the forces opened fire in the area."
8:35 p.m.: Al Araby Al Jadeed reported that a building collapsed in Beirut following an Israeli airstrike. Al Arabiya reported that the strike targeted facilities belonging to Hezbollah's Islamic Health Authority. According to reports the target of the strike was Wafiq Safa, Hezbollah's "Defense Minister" and Hassan Nasrallah's brother-in-law.
8:22 p.m.: IDF Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi and the Head of the ISA, Ronen Bar, conducted a joint situational assessment with the forces fighting in southern Lebanon, along with the Commanding Officer of the Northern Command and the Commanding Officer of the 91st Division.
8:05 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the western Galilee.
5:33 p.m.: A short while ago, the IAF intercepted a UAV that crossed from Lebanon into the area of the upper Galilee. Sirens regarding missiles and rockets were activated due to the possibility of falling shrapnel from the interception. No injuries were reported.
4:43 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in the upper Galilee area regarding a hostile aircraft infiltration, the IAF intercepted a UAV that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory. No injuries were reported.
4:25 p.m.: Aerial infiltration in Kiryat Shmona.
4:01 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the areas of the upper and western Galilee, approximately 50 projectiles crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Several projectile falls were identified.
The IDF says that as of 4:00 p.m., approximately 105 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization have crossed from Lebanon into Israel today (Thursday, October 10th).
3:55 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
3:45 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Akko, Nahariya, and surrounding areas.
3:03 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and Manara, northern Israel.
2:50 p.m.: A rocket from Lebanon exploded in the yard of a house in Nahf in central Galilee.
2:22 p.m.: Sirens sound in Karmiel and the surrounding areas in northern Israel
2:21 p.m.: Over the past hour, seven people injured in rocket strikes were evacuated to Ziv Medical Center in Tzfat.
Five of them suffered light injuries, and two others suffered moderate injuries. All are conscious, stable, and undergoing tests.
2:20p.m.: Sirens sounded in Misgav Am, in northern Israel
1:57 p.m.: Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona and the surrounding areas, northern Israel
1:49 p.m.: A rocket launched from Lebanon has landed near Jenin in northern Samaria. No sirens were sounded.
The rocket fell in an open area, and there are no reports of injuries or damage.
1:35 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas, northern Israel
1:12 p.m.: Im Tirtzu petition protesting UNRWA nomination for Nobel Peace Prize quickly gains 12,000 signatures. "We call on the prize committee not to stain the Prize with the blood found on the hands of UNRWA employees."
11:23 a.m.: IDF forces continue operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza, striking over 140 targets in a single day, and destroying tunnels in Rafah and weapons in Lebanon.
11:19 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
11:15 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
10:18 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the area of the upper Galilee, approximately 40 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, some of which were intercepted, and several fell in the area.
10:03 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas, northern Israel
8:37 a.m.: IDF eliminates two Hezbollah terrorists responsible for hundreds of missiles on northern Israel.
8:25 a.m.: US sends message via Saudi Arabia, promising Iran that it will not aid an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities; Iranian lawmakers call for progress on nuclear weapon.
2:42 a.m.: The Lebanese Al-Mayadeen network, which is affiliated with Hezbollah, reported an Israeli strike in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut.
The strike came after Avichay Adraee, head of the Arab media division of the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, called on the residents of several buildings in the Dahieh suburb to evacuate.
12:00 a.m.: Following the siren that sounded at 11:24 p.m. in Majdal Shams, it was determined to be a false identification, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Wednesday, October 9:
11:45: A short while ago, the IAF successfully intercepted a UAV that approached Israel over the Red Sea. The UAV did not cross into Israeli territory.
11:31 p.m.: The Home Front Command stated that the incident involving a hostile aircraft in northern Israel has concluded.
11:24 p.m.: Siren warning of suspected hostile aircraft sounded in Majdal Shams.
11:08 p.m.: As of 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, approximately 220 projectiles that were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israel. Overall, Hezbollah fired 360 projectiles toward Israeli territory.
"The IDF will continue to defend the State of Israel and its people against the threat posed by the Hezbollah terrorist organization," said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
9:30 p.m.: The sirens in the Upper Galilee were determined to be a false alarm
9:18 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
6:40 p.m.: The IDF announced that earlier today, an Israeli Navy missile ship successfully intercepted a UAV outside of Israeli territory that was approaching from Lebanon.
The IAF swiftly struck and destroyed the launcher from which projectiles were fired toward Shlomi and Safed.
5:40 p.m.: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded between 16:41 - 16:49 in the areas of the Upper Galilee, Western Galilee, and southern Golan Heights, approximately 90 projectile launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted by the IAF, fallen projectiles were identified.
Additionally, the IAF struck and destroyed the launcher from which the projectiles were launched at the area of Kiryat Shmona at 14:17.
Israeli Fire and Rescue services are currently operating to extinguish fires in the area.
5:28 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
4:42 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
4:05 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula and Misgav Am, northern Israel.
3:36 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
3:28 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Margaliot and Misgav Am, northern Israel.
3:15 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
2:50 p.m.: A man and woman were killed in a rocket barrage on Kiryat Shmona.
2:16 p.m.: Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona, Tel Hai, and Manara, northern Israel
2:04 p.m.: Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona, Beit Hillel, and Hagoshrim, northern Israel
1:36 p.m.: IDF report: "Following the sirens that sounded in the areas of the Upper Galilee and the Haifa Bay, approximately 40 projectile launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted by the IAF, a number have fallen in the area."
1:17 p.m.: Initial reports: Two injured by shrapnel at Kiryat Ata Interchange
1:12 p.m.: Sirens sound in Akko, northern Israel
1:11 p.m.: Sirens sound in the Haifa Bay area
12:57 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
12:56 p.m.: IDF dismantles Hezbollah weapons storage facility measuring 7 meters deep, hidden inside residential building in southern Lebanon village, eliminates terrorists who killed Captain Ben Zion Falach.
12:43 p.m.: Sirens sound in Avivim, northern Israel
12:42 p.m.: In Gaza and Lebanon, IAF strikes over 230 terror targets in a single day, continuing operations in Lebanon, eliminating terrorists in close-quarters combat and from the air, and neutralizing launchpads.
11:58 a.m.: Jerusalem has asked the US to try to push for new elections in Lebanon, in the hopes that Hezbollah will lose part of its political power.
11:21 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
9:45 a.m.: The IDF distributed flyers in the Al Mawasi region of Gaza, with a message to Hamas leader, Yahya Sinwar: "Sinwar, there is no tunnel too deep. Ask Nasrallah!"
9:04 a.m.: Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has ordered that the suicide bombings which characterized the Second Intifada be restarted, WSJ reports.
9:02 a.m.: Sirens sound in Manara and Margaliot, in the Upper Galilee
8:44 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the areas of Menashe, HaMifrats, and Carmel, two projectiles that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory were successfully intercepted.
8:29 a.m.: Sirens sound in the Carmel region in northern Israel
8:27 a.m.: Sirens sound in Zikhron Ya'akov, Binyamina, Caesarea, Atlit, and nearby areas in northern Israel.
8:22 a.m.: Sirens sound in Avivim, northern Israel
8:10 a.m.: Recent barrage from Lebanon included around 20 launches, no one injured
7:51 a.m.: At least ten rockets land in northern Israel after recent barrage
7:37 a.m.: Sirens sound in Betzet, northern Israel
7:37 a.m.: Sirens sound in Shlomi and Hanita, northern Israel
5:56 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
4:53 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Shlomi and Betzet, northern Israel.
2:30 a.m.: A short while ago, a UAV that was fired from the east was intercepted by the IAF.
No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
12:51 a.m.: During the day on Tuesday, 18 casualties from the fighting in Lebanon and the northern border were evacuated to Ziv Hospital in Tzfat.
All the victims are suffering from minor injuries. Two remain hospitalized for continued treatment, Eight were discharged to their homes/back to action and eight victims are still undergoing tests in the emergency department.
Tuesday, October 8:
11:34 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Rosh Hanikra and the area, northern Israel.
11:02 p.m.: Approximately 180 projectiles fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory on Tuesday, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
"The IDF will continue to operate against the threat of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in defense of the State of Israel and its residents," it added.
9:38 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Avivim, northern Israel.
8:46 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
8:42 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
6:56 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
6:45 p.m.: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded regarding a hostile aircraft infiltration between 17:52 and 18:03 in the Upper Galilee area, it was determined to be a false identification.
6:05 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kibbutz Dan, northern Israel.
6:03 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Ghajar, northern Israel.
6:02 p.m.: Following a situational assessment, it was determined that as of today (Tuesday) at 18:00, changes will be made to the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines.
As part of the changes, it was decided that in the area of the Haifa Bay (HaMifratz), specifically the communities of Kiryat Ata, Kiryat Bialik, Kiryat Yam, and Kiryat Motzkin, the activity scale will be changed from Partial Activity to Limited Activity, meaning educational activities are prohibited.
The rest of the country's guidelines remain unchanged.
The IDF stated, "The instructions published on the official Home Front Command channels must be followed. The full instructions are updated on the National Emergency Portal and the Home Front Command app."
5:57 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Ghajar, northern Israel.
5:55 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
5:54 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
5:40 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Yiftah, northern Israel.
5:04 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
4:53 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Rosh HaNikra, northern Israel.
4:36 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
4:33 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
3:08 p.m.: The IDF has reported that as of 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, approximately 135 projectiles were fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization from Lebanon into Israel.
1:59 p.m.: A new study has shown that following the start of the war on October 7, 2023, the likelihood of being prescribed anti-anxiety medication rose by 317%.
1:32 p.m.: The IDF's Golani Brigade took operational control of a Hezbollah combat compound in Maroun El Ras, Lebanon, that posed a direct threat to the residents of northern Israel.
1:11 p.m.: The IDF reported: "Following the sirens that sounded between 12:43 and 12:46 in the Haifa Bay and Upper Galilee areas, approximately 20 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. A number of projectiles were intercepted. Fallen projectiles were identified in the area."
12:44 p.m.: Sirens sound again near Akko and in the Haifa Bay area.
12:44 p.m.: Sirens sound in Zar'it, northern Israel.
12:43 p.m.: The IDF reported: "Following the sirens that sounded between 12:11 and 12:15 in the areas of the Upper Galilee, Central Galilee, and Haifa Bay, approximately 85 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Interceptors were launched toward the projectiles. The details are under review."
"A short while ago, the IDF conducted strikes on Hezbollah terror targets in the area of Dahieh, a key Hezbollah terrorist stronghold in Beirut."
12:16 p.m.: Sirens sound again in Akko and other areas in northern Israel.
12:14 p.m.: Sirens sound again in the Haifa Bay area.
12:12 p.m.: Sirens sound in Akko, Nesher, and other areas in northern Israel.
12:11 p.m.: Sirens sound in the Haifa Bay area.
12:05 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded between 11:09 and 11:11 in the Lower Galilee area, approximately 25 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted. Fallen projectiles were identified in the area.
11:11 a.m.: Sirens sound in Tiberias
11:09 a.m.: Sirens sound in Tiberias and nearby communities.
8:31 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Manara in the Galilee panhandle.
7:58 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
7:55 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the western Galilee.
7:30 a.m.: The IDF confirmed that in an airstrike on Beirut earlier in the morning it eliminated Suhail Hussein Husseini, Commander of the Hezbollah terrorist organization headquarters.
4:51 a.m.: Additional sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee.
4:47 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee.
1:42 a.m.: The Hezbollah terrorist organization claimed responsibility for the rocket barrage on central Israel on Monday evening, and claimed that the rockets were fired toward the Glilot base.
1:07 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona.
12:29 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Rosh Hanikra area.
12:20 a.m.: Additional sirens sounded in northern Israel.
12:09 a.m.: Sirens in northern Israel.
12:05 a.m.: As of 11:00 p.m. on Monday, approximately 190 projectiles were fired during the day by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
"The IDF will continue to operate against the threat of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in defense of the State of Israel and its residents," it added.
Monday, October 7:
11:17 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in central Israel, several projectile launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said. Details are under review.
11:13 p.m.: Sirens in Gush Dan and the Sharon region.
9:56 p.m.: Residents of central Israel report hearing explosions
9:36 p.m.: Sirens in Metula
9:36 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
8:21 p.m.: Following a situational assessment, the areas of Rosh HaNikra, Shlomi, Hanita, and Arab al-Aramshe in northern Israel will be declared a closed military zone as of 22:00 today (Monday). Entry to this area is prohibited.
5:27 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
5:10 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Haifa and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
5:09 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
5:08 p.m.: The IDF announced that as of 5 p.m., approximately 135 projectiles fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory over the course of the day.
"The IDF will continue to operate against the threat of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in defense of the State of Israel and its residents," the military stated.
4:14 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
4:10 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
3:55 p.m.: The IDF announced that it is currently conducting a targeted strike in the area of Dahieh, a key Hezbollah terrorist stronghold.
3:19 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
3:06 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Yiftah, northern Israel.
3:04 p.m.: Ten missiles fired in barrage towards Kiryat Shmona, reports said.
2:57 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
2:48 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
2:37 p.m.: IDF: Initial report - The IAF is currently conducting extensive strikes on Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon.
2:26 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Malkia, northern Israel.
2:22 p.m.: The IDF has reported: "Earlier today, projectiles were fired from the area of Khan Yunis in the Gaza Strip toward central Israel."
"A short while ago, IAF fighter jets struck the launcher from which the projectiles were fired. During the strike, secondary explosions were identified, indicating the presence of weapons.
"Additionally, at 12:58 projectiles were fired from the northern Gaza Strip toward communities near the Gaza Strip. IDF artillery struck the launcher from which the projectiles were fired."
1:56 p.m.: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has demanded at a government meeting that the war be named, "The War of Revival."
1:41 p.m.: Argentina President Javier Milei posted in Hebrew and English on X, writing, "Our heart is captive in Gaza. BRING THEM HOME NOW."
1:28 p.m.: Two homes in Kfar Vradim were found to have sustained direct hits in a missile barrage earlier Monday.
1:24 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in communities near the Gaza Strip, five projectiles were identified crossing from northern Gaza and were successfully intercepted by the IAF.
12:58 p.m.: Sirens sound in Sderot, Nir Am, Ibim, and the Sapir College, in southern Israel
12:41 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel
12:38 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Western Galilee area, northern Israel
12:37 p.m.: Singer Keren Peles sings with children whose families were affected by the acts of terror on October 7, and who were released from Hamas captivity.
12:22 p.m.: German Chancellor tweets in Hebrew: 'We share your pain."
11:51 a.m.: On Sunday, the Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), General (* * * *) Michael “Erik” Kurilla, conducted a situational assessment with the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, and additional commanders.
General Kurilla’s visit focused on the current security issues, with an emphasis on Iran and the northern front.
"The IDF will continue to deepen its relationship with the U.S. Armed Forces, due to our commitment to strengthening regional stability and the coordination between the militaries," a statement read.
11:30 a.m.: Five projectiles were launched in the barrage from Gaza towards central Israel. Hamas has taken responsibility for the launches, saying that it launched M-90 rockets towards "the heart of Israel" and that the barrage is a response to Israel's war in Gaza. Two people were lightly injured by shrapnel in Tel Aviv.
11:05 a.m.: An initial IDF report said, "Sirens sounded in central Israel due to projectiles fired from the Gaza Strip."
11:01 a.m.: Sirens sounding in Tel Aviv, Gedera, Kfar Chabad, and other places in central Israel
11:01 a.m.: Sirens sound in Holon and Rishon Lezion
10:59 a.m.: Sirens sound in Misgav Am, northern Israel
10:22 a.m.: Sirens sound in Misgav Am, northern Israel
9:39 a.m.: Sirens sound in Dovev, in northern Israel
9:29 a.m.: Two direct hits were identified in Kfar Vardim: One to vehicles in a parking lot, and the second on a private home.
9:10 a.m.: Approximately 20 launches were identified in the barrage towards Kfar Vradim; cars near the sites of the strikes can be seen in flames.
8:52 a.m.: Sirens sound in the Upper Galilee area in northern Israel
8:44 a.m.: The Petah Tikva municipality has announced that hostage Idan Shtivi was murdered on the morning of the October 7, 2023, massacre, and his body was kidnapped to Gaza.
8:32 a.m.: Jamal Rayyan, Al Jazeera anchorman, posted in Arabic on X, celebrating one year since the October 7 massacre in Israel. "This is the day that restored the nation's dignity and prestige."
6:53 a.m.: Sirens in the Upper Galilee, northern Israel.
6:44 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded at 6:31 a.m. in several communities near the Gaza Strip, four projectiles were identified crossing from the southern Gaza Strip.
Three of the projectiles were intercepted by the IAF and a fallen projectile was identified in an open area.
6:32 a.m.: Sirens in communities located near the Gaza border.
6:27 a.m.: The IDF is currently striking terror targets and Hamas launchers in the Gaza Strip, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
5:23 a.m.: The Home Front Command has issued an update, saying the incident in Rishon Lezion has concluded.
5:15 a.m.: Sirens in Rishon Lezion and the area due to suspected infiltration of a hostile aircraft.
4:14 a.m.: A short while ago, with the direction of IDF and ISA intelligence, the IAF conducted a precise strike on Hamas terrorists who were operating inside command and control centers embedded within the 'Shuhada al-Aqsa' Hospital in the area of Deir al Balah.
These command and control centers were used by Hamas terrorists to plan and execute terrorist attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel.
Prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, aerial surveillance, and additional intelligence information, said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
"This is a further example of the Hamas terrorist organization’s systematic abuse of civilian infrastructure in violation of international law. The IDF will continue to operate against Hamas in defense of the citizens of Israel."
3:24 a.m.: Sirens in the Lower Galilee.
2:51 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Dishon, northern Israel.
2:49 a.m.: Sirens in Shlomi and the area, in northern Israel.
2:35 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee region in northern Israel.
1:21 a.m.: A short while ago, a suspicious aerial target that approached Israeli territory from the east was intercepted by the IAF. The target did not cross into Israeli territory.
12:48 a.m.:
IAF fighter jets conducted intelligence-based strikes on terror targets belonging to Hezbollah's Intelligence Headquarters in Beirut, including intelligence-gathering means, command centers, and additional terrorist infrastructure sites.
Additionally, over the past few hours, the IAF struck Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in the area of Beirut. Secondary explosions were identified following the strikes, indicating the presence of weaponry.
"The Hezbollah terrorist organization has deliberately embedded its command centers and weaponry beneath residential buildings in the heart of the city of Beirut, endangering the population in the area," the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Additionally, IAF fighter jets struck Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon and the Beqaa area, including weapons storage facilities, terror infrastructure sites, a command center, and a launcher.
12:45 a.m.: The IAF is striking targets in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut, according to reports from Lebanon.
12:15 a.m.: Reports of one person injured from rocket fall in Tiberias.
Sunday, October 6:
11:57 p.m.: Sirens in Tiberias and the area.
11:55 p.m.: Magen David Adom reported that one man was moderately injured and another man was lightly injured from the fall of a rocket in Haifa.
11:51 p.m.: The IDF said that, following the sirens that sounded at 11:22 p.m. in the Haifa area, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Interceptors were fired. Fallen projectiles were identified in the area. The incident is under review.
Following the sirens that sounded between 23:22 and 23:23 in the upper Galilee area, approximately 15 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted, and others were identified falling in the area.
11:32 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and the area.
11:22 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Haifa and the area.
11:13 p.m.: Throughout the day on Sunday, over 120 projectiles fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory.
"The IDF will continue to operate against the threat of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in defense of the State of Israel and its residents," said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
10:40 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Yiftah, northern Israel.
10:27 p.m.: IDF Arabic language spokesman Avichay Adraee published an urgent warning for residents of Beirut's southern suburbs of Burj al-Barajneh and Hadath.
"You are located near Hezbollah facilities and interests, and the IDF will operate against them in the near future. For your safety and the safety of your family members, you must evacuate this building and the buildings adjacent to it immediately and stay away from it for a distance of no less than 500 meters."
10:10 p.m.: According to initial reports, the IDF is striking the Dahieh suburb of Beirut.
10:00 p.m.: Approximately 25 rockets were identified crossing from Lebanon toward the Karmiel area, a rocket reportedly hit a building in the city.
9:48 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Karmiel and the surrounding area.
8:15 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Galilee panhandle
8:13 p.m.: Following a situational assessment, the areas of Manara, Yiftah, and Malkia in northern Israel have been declared a closed military zone.
Entry to these areas is prohibited.
6:13 p.m. Sirens sounded in Tzfat and the surrounding area.
5:56 p.m.: Firefighting crews from the Central Galilee Fire Station are operating at the scene of a house fire in Ma'alot Tarshicha caused by a direct hit on the building by a missile.
The firefighters are working to gain control of the blaze while searching the building to ensure no one is trapped.
5:28 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Ma'alot Tarshicha and surrounding areas in the Galilee.
4:03 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Ramot Naftali in the Galilee panhandle.
3:39 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
2:36 p.m.: The IDF announced that a short while ago, numerous UAVs that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory were intercepted by the IAF in the Western Galilee area.
No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
Following the sirens that sounded in the Upper and Western Galilee areas, approximately 25 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted by the IAF, and the rest fell in open areas.
IDF soldiers continue operational activity in southern Lebanon, eliminating Hezbollah terrorists and dismantling Hezbollah terror infrastructure sites.
Over the past day, the soldiers located and dismantled terror tunnel shafts, weapons storage facilities, munition pits, and Hezbollah terrorist preparation zones.
Moreover, directed by ground troops, the IAF swiftly struck armed terrorists who posed a threat to the soldiers.
In addition, over the past day, IDF soldiers eliminated terrorists in close-quarter encounters and in cooperation with the IAF. The soldiers conducted targeted raids and located weapons and significant combat centers belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization.
During aerial strikes directed by ground troops, the IAF struck Hezbollah terror infrastructure sites, weapons storage facilities, and terror infrastructure from which terrorists operated.
As a result of these strikes, dozens of Hezbollah terrorists were eliminated, including terrorists from the Radwan Force.
Furthermore, over the past day, IAF aircraft and fighter jets struck approximately 150 Hezbollah terror targets including anti-tank missile launching posts, terrorist cells, terrorist command centers, underground terror infrastructure sites, and weapons storage facilities.
2:29 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
1:49 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
1:26 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
1:15 p.m.: IDF: Sirens sounded in Misgav Am, northern Israel.
12:58 p.m.: Following IDF intelligence, the IAF struck and eliminated the terrorist Hader Ali Taweel, who served as the Kfarkela Company Commander of the Hezbollah terrorist organization.
Taweel was responsible for firing hundreds of projectiles and anti-tank missiles toward Israeli communities in northern Israel
Together with the terrorists Mohamed Hader and Hassan Nteer el Rasheeni, who were both also eliminated earlier this week, Taweel was responsible for the anti-tank missile attack on Kfar Yuval on January 14th, 2024, in which 76-year-old Israeli civilian Mira Ayalon and her son, Sergeant First Class (Res.) Barak Ayalon, a member of the community's security team in the 769th Regional Brigade, were killed.
11:07 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee area, northern Israel.
8:40 a.m.: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded in the areas of Menashe, Carmel, and HaMifratz, two surface-to-surface missiles that were fired from Lebanon were successfully intercepted by the IAF.
8:31 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the cities of Haifa, Zikhron Ya'akov, and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
8:13 a.m.: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded at 07:34 in the Western Galilee area, a number of suspicious aerial targets that were fired from Lebanon were successfully intercepted by the IAF. The targets did not cross into Israeli territory. No injuries were reported.
Sirens were activated due to the possibility of falling shrapnel from the interception.
8:05 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and Manara, northern Israel.
7:35 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Arab al-Aramshe, northern Israel.
6:47 a.m.: Overnight, following IDF intelligence, the IAF conducted a series of targeted strikes on a number of weapons storage facilities and terrorist infrastructure sites belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the area of Beirut.
The IDF Spokesperson's Unit said that, prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including advancing warnings to the population in the area.
"The Hezbollah terrorist organization deliberately embeds its weapons production facilities and weaponry beneath residential buildings in the heart of the city of Beirut, putting the civilian population in the area at risk. The IDF is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah’s capabilities."
3:03 a.m.: A short while ago, with the direction of IDF and ISA intelligence, the IAF conducted a precise strike on Hamas terrorists who were operating inside a command and control center embedded within a compound that previously served as the "Ibn Rushd" School in the area of Deir al Balah.
In addition, following IDF and ISA intelligence, the IAF conducted a precise strike on Hamas terrorists who were operating within a command and control center embedded in a structure that previously served as the "Shuhada al-Aqsa" Mosque in the area of Deir al Balah.
These command and control centers were used by Hamas terrorists to plan and execute terrorist attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, aerial surveillance, and additional intelligence information.
"This is a further example of the Hamas terrorist organization’s systematic abuse of civilian infrastructure in violation of international law. The IDF will continue to operate against Hamas in defense of the citizens of Israel," said the IDF.
12:32 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
12:15 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
12:14 a.m.: Sirens sound in Meron Golan, northern Israel
Saturday, October 5:
11:06 p.m.: Throughout Saturday, approximately 130 projectiles fired by the Hezbollah terrorist organization crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory, the IDF reported.
The IDF will continue to operate against the threat of the Hezbollah terrorist organization in defense of the State of Israel and its residents.
9:06 p.m.: IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari has said Israel destroyed a tunnel 250 meters long located 300 meters away from the Israel-Lebanon border. The tunnel was intended for use in an invasion of northern Israel.
He added that, "Since the start of the ground invasion, around 440 Hezbollah terrorists were eliminated, including 30 commanders of varying ranks." Israel is also on high alert for terror attacks ahead of the first anniversary of the October 7 massacre.
8:14 p.m.: The IDF's Home Front Command has issued updated guidelines, expanding the number of attendees permitted at some gatherings.
According to an IDF statement, "Following a situational assessment, it was determined that as of today (Saturday) at 20:00, changes will be made to the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines in the areas of the Carmel, Wadi Ara, Menashe, Samaria, Sharon, Dan Yarkon, HaShfela and several communities near the Gaza Strip. Gatherings of up to 2,000 participants will be permitted (as opposed to 1,000 participants in most areas stated) in accordance with the situational assessment."
"Additionally, the activity scale will be changed to partial activity in a number of Central Galilee communities (Tur'an, several communities in the Al-Batuf Regional Council and several communities in the Jezreel Valley Regional Council), as well as in the Hamaam community in the Lower Galilee.
"The rest of the country's guidelines remain unchanged."
8:10 p.m.: Over the course of the Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) holiday and the Shabbat (Sabbath) which immediately followed, the IDF announced the deaths of two soldiers killed early Wednesday morning by a rocket launched from Iraq, as well as the death of onne soldier who was killed in combat in southern Lebanon.
Rocket fire towards northern Israel continued throughout the holiday, sirens sounded in Bat Yam, and a UAV was intercepted off the coast of central Israel.
On Thursday morning, two UAVs were identified crossing from Lebanon. The IAF intercepted a UAV off the coast of Nahariya and over the Beit She'an and a fallen projectile was identified in an open area. No injuries were reported. No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
An IDF statement said that as of 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, over the course of the day the Hezbollah terrorist organization has launched over 120 projectiles from Lebanon into Israeli territory.
IAF fighter jets also struck Hezbollah intelligence and other targets in Beirut, and eliminated Hezbollah's new leader, Hashem Safieddine. Separately, 12 terrorists were eliminated in an IDF operation in Tulkarem.
On Friday, a UAV was intercepted over the Beit She'an Valley, and over 20 projectiles were launched towards the Haifa area and the Western Galilee. As of 3:00 p.m. on Friday, the IDF announced that approximately 100 projectiles had been fired from Lebanon towards northern Israel. As of 11:19 p.m., the number of projectiles had risen to 222.
Saturday saw additional projectiles towards the Haifa area, as well as additional UAV interceptions.
Shortly after the conclusion of Shabbat, the IDF reported: "A soldier in the 36th Division was severely injured yesterday (Friday) during combat in southern Lebanon. The soldier was evacuated to receive medical treatment at a hospital. His family has been notified."
Wednesday, October 2:
11:53 p.m.: The IDF conducted a precise strike in Beirut, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit confirmed.
11:51 p.m.: Reports in Lebanon of IDF strikes in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut.
11:08 p.m.: Sirens in Avivim, northern Israel.
10:13 p.m.: Sirens in Tzfat and Rosh Pina.
8:16 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded between 5:45 p.m. and 5:47 p.m. in the Western Galilee area, approximately 70 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon and falling in open areas, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Following the sirens that sounded at 6:41 p.m. in the area of Avivim, two projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon and falling in an open area.
Following the sirens that sounded at 7:25 p.m. in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 30 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Fallen projectiles were identified in open areas.
8:00 p.m.: Sirens in the Upper Galilee.
7:26 p.m.: Sirens in Nahariya, Acre and the area.
6:39 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Avivim and Yir'on, northern Israel.
6:37 p.m.: Sirens in Avivim, northern Israel.
6:00 p.m.: With the start of the holiday of Rosh Hashanah in Israel, Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk will continue to update the site.
5:21 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula.
4:00 p.m.: Following a situational assessment, the IDF announced that it was decided that as of today at 16:00 (Wednesday), changes will be made to the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines in the areas of the Confrontation Line, the Northern Golan Heights, the Southern Golan Heights (Emek HaYarden Regional Council), Upper Galilee, Central Galilee, and Lower Galilee.
As part of the changes, it was decided to enable gatherings of 50 people in an open area (instead of 10), and of 250 people in a closed space (instead of 150). Furthermore, it was decided that in the areas of Haifa Bay (HaMifratz), HaAmakim, HaCarmel (Daliyat al-Karmel, Isfiya), Wadi Ara (Megiddo Regional Council, Yokneam Illit), restrictions will be eased to allow gatherings of up to 60 people in an open area (instead of 30).
The rest of the country remains under the guidelines previously issued by the Home Front Command.
3:37 p.m.: Prime Minister Netanyahu is holding a consultation meeting with the heads of the defense establishment at the Kirya in Tel Aviv.
3:36 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Even Menachem, northern Israel.
2:50 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
2:45 p.m.: Sirens sound in Misgav Am, in northern Israel
2:25 p.m: The Chief of the General Staff, Head of the ISA and Head of the Mossad are currently conducting a situational assessment at Camp Rabin (The Kirya).
2:24 p.m.: The Chief of the General Staff, Head of the ISA and Head of the Mossad are currently conducting a situational assessment at Camp Rabin (The Kirya).
2:10 p.m.:Captain Eitan Itzhak Oster, age 22 from Modi'in Maccabim-Re'ut fell in battle in Lebanon. He is the first soldier to fall in Lebanon since the start of Israel's ground operation earlier this week.
Eitan was a graduate of AMIT and is survived by his parents and six siblings. His funeral will take place at 3:30p.m. on Mount Herzl.
1:44 p.m.: IDF: Following the sirens that sounded between 13:01 and 13:03 in the upper Galilee area, approximately 40 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, some of which were intercepted, and several fell in the area.
Following the sirens that sounded between 12:09 and 12:12 regarding a hostile aircraft infiltration in the western Galilee area, numerous suspicious aerial targets that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory were intercepted.
Following the sirens that sounded between 13:07 and 13:09 regarding a hostile aircraft infiltration in the upper Galilee area, a suspicious aerial target was identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory and falling in the area.
Over the past few hours, the IAF continued to strike Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon, including weapons storage facilities, terrorists, observation posts, and terror infrastructure sites in several locations along southern Lebanon.
1:40 p.m.: The IDF has released the first footage from the fighting in Lebanon.
1:12 p.m.: Sirens sound in Yir'on, northern Israel
1:09 p.m.: Sirens sounding again in northern Israel
1:08 p.m.: Sirens sound again in northern Israel
1:07 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
1:02 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Safed and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
12:51 p.m.: Beilinson Hospital has reported that the condition of the bus driver who was moderately injured in Tuesday's missile attack from Lebanon is now moderate-to-serious. The victim was identified on Tuesday as a bus driver traveling on Route 6 in central Israel. His condition is stable and he is not in danger of his life.
12:09 p.m.: Sirens sound again in northern Israel
12:09 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
11:48 a.m.: Sirens in Avivim, in northern Israel
11:37 a.m.: Ministry of Foreign Affairs comments on report of abduction of Israel's Ambassador to Cyprus - 'fake news.'
11:34 a.m.: Sirens sound in Yir'on, in northern Israel
11:29 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
10:53 a.m.: US Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew responded to Iran's attack on Israel on Tuesday and the parallel terror attack in Jaffa, saying, "I am deeply saddened by yesterday’s senseless murder of innocent civilians in Jaffa. My thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims."
"Last night Israel again demonstrated its resilience in the face of an onslaught of unprecedented magnitude. We stand with Israel and its people on this eve of a new year."
10:30 a.m.: Four homes in Metula were damaged in rocket strikes, the city reported.
10:28 a.m.: Around 20 launches identified towards Haifa area
10:07 a.m.: Sirens sounded in HaMifratz and the Upper Galilee, northern Israel.
9:53 a.m.: Sirens sounding in northern Israel
9:53 a.m.: Sirens sound in Misgav Am, in northern Israel
9:45 a.m.: Soldiers from the IDF's 36th Division and other forces join the limited, targeted ground operation in Lebanon which began earlier this week. In Lebanon, residents of 23 villages are ordered to evacuate as IDF expands ground operation.
9:32 a.m.: On Tuesday, the Chief of the General Staff, LTG Herzi Halevi, spoke with the Commander of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) General (* * * *) Michael Erik Kurilla, following the Iranian attack against the State of Israel.
The IDF and the U.S. Armed Forces cooperated together in defense several days before, during, and after the Iranian attack.
The IDF will continue to deepen its relationship with the U.S. Armed Forces, due to our commitment to strengthening regional stability and the coordination between the militaries.
9:16 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
9:24 a.m.: Sirens sound in Metula, in northern Israel; seven houses damaged
8:55 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
8:50 a.m.: The Hod Hasharon municipality has reported that around 100 homes were damaged by the massive Iranian missile attack on Tuesday night. Ynet reported that according to the city, "Dozens of additional homes were indirectly affected. This is very significant damage."
8:24 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
8:01 a.m.: Sirens sounding in northern Israel
7:26 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
07:21 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Shtula, northern Israel.
7:11 a.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
7:08 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula, northern Israel.
7:05 a.m.: A short while ago, a projectile was identified crossing from Lebanon, which fell in an open area in central Israel. No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
6:52 a.m.: The Pentagon announced that US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke with Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant following Tuesday's "outrageous act of aggression by Iran against Israel."
"Both the Secretary and Minister expressed mutual appreciation for the coordinated defense of Israel against the barrage of nearly 200 ballistic missiles from Iran that helped prevent significant casualties and damage. The Secretary reaffirmed that the United States remains well postured to defend U.S. personnel, allies, and partners in the face of threats from Iran and Iran-backed terrorist organizations," the statement said, adding that Austin also "expressed his deepest condolences to the families impacted by the horrific and deadly terrorist shooting in Israel today."
6:42 a.m.: On Wednesday morning, with the direction of IDF intelligence, the IAF conducted a precise strike on Hamas terrorists who were operating inside a command and control center in the central Gaza Strip. The command and control center, which was embedded inside a compound that previously served as the "Al-Bureij Preparatory School", was used by the terrorists to plan and execute terrorist attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel.
The IDF said that, prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, aerial surveillance, and additional intelligence information.
"This is a further example of the Hamas terrorist organization’s systematic abuse of civilian infrastructure in violation of international law. The IDF will continue to operate against Hamas in defense of the citizens of Israel."
6:41 a.m.: Sirens in Kiryat Shmona and the area.
6:29 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Avivim, northern Israel.
6:08 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Misgav Am, northern Israel.
5:15 a.m.: Sirens in Misgav Am, northern Israel.
3:52 a.m.: Avichay Adraee, the head of the Arab media division of the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, informed residents of a building in the Hadath neighborhood in the Da'aheh suburb of Beirut to vacate it "immediately."
Adraee wrote that the residents in the area "are near Hezbollah installations and interests, against which the IDF will act in the near future."
2:32 a.m.: The IAF conducted precise strikes on terrorists who were operating inside Hamas command and control centers in the northern Gaza Strip. The command and control centers, which were embedded inside compounds that previously served as the "Muscat" and "Rimal" Schools, were used by the terrorists to plan and execute terrorist attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel.
Prior to the strikes, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, aerial surveillance and additional intelligence information.
1:41 a.m.: The IDF is currently striking Hezbollah terror targets in Beirut, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
1:24 a.m.: Reports in Lebanon of IDF strikes in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut.
12:26 a.m.: Following a situational assessment, it was decided that as of Wednesday at midnight, changes will be made to the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines.
As part of the changes, it was decided to ease restrictions in the areas of Carmel (excluding Daliyat al-Karmel and Isfiya), Wadi Ara (excluding the Megiddo Regional Council and Yokne'am Illit), Menashe, Samaria, Sharon, Dan, Yarkon, Shefala, Jerusalem and Shefla.
The rest of the country remains under the guidelines previously issued by the Home Front Command.
The instructions published on the official Home Front Command channels must be followed. The full instructions are updated on the National Emergency Portal and the Home Front Command app.
12:08 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded at 11:31 p.m. and 11:44 p.m. in the Upper and Western Galilee areas, it was determined to be a false identification, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Tuesday, October 1:
11:44 p.m.: Additional sirens in northern Israel.
11:31 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
9:46 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Ghajar, northern Israel.
7:32 p.m.: Sirens sounded all across Israel.
6:53 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the areas of Menashe, Sharon, Yarkon, Dan, and Samaria, one projectile that crossed from Lebanon was successfully intercepted.
The Home Front Command asks that residents of the Dan area remain close to protected spaces that can be reached in case of an alert. Staying in open areas and moving outside if not essential should be avoided, and staying close to protected spaces can be life saving.
6:37 p.m.: Sirens sounded in central Israel.
6:33 p.m.: A short while ago, one projectile was identified crossing from Lebanon, which fell in an open area in central Israel. No sirens were sounded according to protocol.
Residents of central Israel reported hearing explosions.
5:43 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
5:31 p.m.: The IDF announced a short while ago, a number of projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon which fell in open areas in central Israel. No sirens were sounded according to protocol.
4:48 p.m.: The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced, "The IDF conducted a precise strike in Beirut. Details to follow."
4:46 p.m.: In light of the recent changes to directives from the Homefront Command, the police memorial event scheduled to take place tonight at the Friends of Zion Museum has been postponed to a later date, tentatively next week on October 8th.
4:40 p.m.: The IDF announced: Following the sirens that sounded at 15:55 in the Western Galilee area, one projectile that crossed from Lebanon was successfully intercepted.
Following the sirens that sounded between 16:10-16:11 in the Upper Galilee, Western Galilee, Central Galilee, and HaMifratz areas, one projectile that crossed from Lebanon was successfully intercepted.
4:11 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
4:05 p.m.: The IDF announced that in accordance with the situational assessment, the IDF is calling up four additional reserve brigades for operational missions in the northern arena.
This will enable the continuation of operational activity against the Hezbollah terrorist organization and the achievement of operational goals, including the safe return of the residents of northern Israel to their homes.
3:56 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Shlomi and Betzet, northern Israel.
3:49 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Shlomi and Betzet, northern Israel.
3:11 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
2:21 p.m.: The IDF's Home Front Command has updated the guidelines for a number of areas in Israel: Hacarmel; Wadi Ara; Menashe; Samaria; the Sharon, Dan, Shefela, and Yarkon areas in central Israel; Jerusalem; and the Judean plains.
In these areas, educational activities may be held in locations from which a bomb shelter may be reached within the required amount of time.
Events will be limited to 30 people in open areas, and 300 people in enclosed structures.
1:05 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Galilee panhandle.
1:02 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula.
12:12 p.m.: Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for the missile salvo on central Israel and the Sharon region. "We fired Fadi-4 rockets at the Glilot Base."
12:05 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
12:03 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula.
11:53 p.m.: United Hatzalah reported that its medical teams provided initial treatment to a man, approximately 50 years old, who sustained a moderate head wound from shrapnel on Road 444, near Horshim Junction.
Moshe Saadon, the head of United Hatzalah’s Elad branch, reported from the scene: "We provided initial medical aid to a man, approximately 50 years old, who sustained a head injury due to shrapnel. At this stage, his condition is defined as moderate and stable. Fire department teams are operating at the scene due to the nature of the incident."
11:42 a.m.: Officers from the Kafr Qassem and Kfar Saba stations and Central District Police explosives experts are currently working to cordon off locations where missile fragments have fallen and are searching for fragments to remove any threat to the public.
In addition, there is a missile fell near the Eyal Junction, no one was hurt.
11:17 a.m.: The IDF stated following the sirens that sounded in the Gush Dan, Sharon, and Shomron areas, a number of projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, some of which were intercepted.
The details of the incident are under review.
At least one civilian was hurt by falling shrapnel on Route 6.
11:04 a.m.: Sirens sounded across central Israel and the Sharon area, including Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, Herzliya, and Petah Tikva.
The IDF stated: "Sirens sounded in central Israel following projectile launches that crossed from Lebanon. The details are under review."
10:29 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula.
10:24 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Tzfat and surrounding areas.
9:53 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Zivon in the upper Galilee.
9:10 a.m.: The United Arab Emirates issued a statement regarding the situation in Lebanon: "The United Arab Emirates expressed its deep concern over developments in Lebanon, as well as the repercussions of this dangerous situation and impact on regional stability.
"The UAE reaffirmed its unwavering position towards the unity of Lebanon, national sovereignty, and territorial integrity, emphasizing the country’s steadfast support for the people of Lebanon during this challenging period. In this regard, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, has directed the delivery of an urgent USD 100 million relief package to the people of Lebanon.
"In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed the necessity of concerted international endeavors to halt the escalation and prevent further loss of life. The Ministry stressed the importance of providing full protection to civilians according to international law and treaties," the statement read.
8:46 a.m.: The IDF updated that Following the sirens that sounded at 7:36 in the area of Metula, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and fallen projectiles were identified in the area
Following the sirens that sounded at 7:46 in the area of Avivim, several projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon and falling in open areas.
Following the sirens that sounded at 8:01 in the area of Metula, several projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and fallen projectiles were identified.
8:02 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula in the Galilee Panhandle.
7:47 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Avivim in the upper Galilee.
7:38 a.m.: Two Palestinian officials told Reuters that an Israeli strike on Ain al-Hilweh, the largest Palestinian "refugee" camp in Lebanon, targeted Mounir Maqdah, a commander of the Lebanese branch of the Palestinian Fatah movement's military wing, the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade.
His fate was unknown.
7:37 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula.
6:41 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the Upper Galilee area, two projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon and were successfully intercepted, said the IDF Spokesperson's Unit.
Following the sirens that sounded in the area of Bar’am, one projectile was identified crossing from Lebanon and fell in an open area.
6:09 a.m.: Sirens in Tzfat the and the area.
4:50 a.m.: The IDF Spokesperson's Unit issued a statement saying that the sirens which were sounded in Metula a short time ago were a false alarm.
4:29 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Metula.
3:51 a.m.: Media in Lebanon reported an attack in Ain al-Hilweh, the largest "Palestinian refugee camp" in the country, located near the city of Sidon.
A Palestinian Arab official said the attack was aimed at a building.
3:40 a.m.: Syrian state television reported that Israel conducted a strike in Damascus and that "at least one civilian was killed."
Earlier it was reported that explosions were heard in the Damascus area and that Syria's air defense systems had been activated.
2:49 a.m.: A short while ago, the IDF Aerial Defense Array intercepted a UAV over the Mediterranean Sea, dozens of kilometers off the coast of central Israel.
2:27 a.m.: Reports in Syria: Explosions heard in the Damascus area, air defense systems were activated.
2:19 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the area of Meron in northern Israel, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said that approximately 10 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and a number of projectiles fell in open areas.
1:48 a.m.: Sirens in Tziv'on and Meron, northern Israel.
1:37 a.m.: Sirens in Shtula and Netu'a, northern Israel.
1:24 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Zar'it, northern Israel.
1:08 a.m.: The sirens in Misgav Am: Several rockets fell in open areas.
12:44 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Misgav Am, northern Israel.
12:10 a.m.: The sirens in Shtula: Three launches crossed from Lebanon and fell in open areas.
Monday, September 30:
11:54 p.m.: The Security Cabinet which convened on Monday evening approved the next phase in the fighting in Lebanon.
11:47 p.m.: Reports: IDF striking in Dahieh district of Beirut.
11:46: Sirens in Shtula, northern Israel.
10:30 p.m.: Al-Arabiya reports that Israeli tanks crossed the border in the Ramish area of southern Lebanon after the Lebanese army withdrew from several positions on the border with Israel. The IDF opened artillery fire into southern Lebanon.
8:45 p.m.: IDF: Following a situational assessment, the areas of Metula, Misgav Am, and Kfar Giladi in northern Israel have been declared a closed military zone. Entry to this area is prohibited.
8:07 p.m.: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded in the Central Galilee and Haifa Bay areas, approximately ten projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted.
7:55 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Haifa Bay area, northern Israel.
7:15 p.m.: In a precision attack, the IAF destroyed a warehouse housing Hezbollah surface-to-air missile launchers that was located near the Beirut International Airport.
"This infrastructure, like other infrastructures of Hezbollah's air defense system, are deployed all over Lebanon and are a threat to the international aviation space," the IDF said.
5:57 p.m.: A short while ago, a projectile was identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory and falling in an open area in the vicinity of Haifa. No sirens were sounded according to protocol.
5:37 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kfar Giladi and Tel Hai, northern Israel.
5:23 p.m: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded in the area of the western Galilee at 4:22 p.m. and between 3:39 and 3:42 p.m., approximately 35 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, some of which were intercepted, and several fell in the area.
Since this morning, the IAF struck dozens of Hezbollah terror targets throughout Lebanon, including command centers, weapons storage facilities, terrorist cells, launchers, and additional terror infrastructure sites. Moreover, terror infrastructure where terrorists operated in southern Lebanon was struck.
"The IDF will continue to strike Hezbollah's terror infrastructure and degrade its military capabilities in Lebanon," the IDF stated.
4:23 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Nahariya and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
3:40 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Nahariya and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
3:33 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Had Ness and Ma'aleh Gamla, southern Golan Heights.
3:11 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kinar, Duga and Dugit Beach, northern Israel.
12:41 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed: "Overnight, during a joint IDF and ISA intelligence-based activity, the IAF struck and eliminated the terrorist Fatah Sharif, Head of the Lebanon Branch in the Hamas terrorist organization."
"Sharif was responsible for coordinating Hamas' terror activities in Lebanon with Hezbollah operatives. He was also responsible for Hamas’ efforts in Lebanon to recruit operatives and acquire weapons.
"He led the Hamas terrorist organization's force build-up efforts in Lebanon and operated to advance Hamas' interests in Lebanon, both politically and militarily.
"The IDF and the ISA will to continue to operate against anyone who poses a threat to the civilians of the State of Israel."
11:56 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Rosh HaNikra and Shlomi, northern Israel.
11:50 a.m.: Initial reports of explosions near Damascus.
11:42 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded between 11:12 and 11:13 in the areas of the southern Golan Heights and the Upper Galilee, approximately 20 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, several projectiles were intercepted and the rest fell in open areas, the IDF reported.
Following the sirens that sounded between 11:08 and 11:09 in the areas of the northern Golan Heights and Snir, approximately 15 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, several projectiles were intercepted and the rest fell in open areas.
11:33 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
11:33 a.m.: A new WSJ report says Israel preparing for ground incursion into Lebanon with a series of "small, targeted raids."
11:16 a.m.: The IDF has published footage of the tankers which flew alongside fighter planes on their way to strike Houthi military targets in Yemen.
11:13 a.m.: Sirens sound again in northern Israel
11:09 a.m.: Sirens sound in Snir, Sha'al, Matzok Orvim, and Ramat Trump, in northern Israel.
10:19 a.m.: The Financial Times reports that Israel managed to collect extensive data during the Syrian civil war, and expanded those capabilities afterwards.
10:06 a.m.: Fatah Sharif Abu al-Amin, senior UNRWA employee and senior Hamas official, has been killed in an airstrike in Lebanon.
10:05 a.m.: Sirens sound in Yir'on, in northern Israel.
9:55 a.m.: No injuries reported thus far following sirens in and around Tzfat.
9:42 a.m.: Sirens sound in Tzfat (Safed) and the surrounding areas
9:36 a.m.: Estimate: Hezbollah attempted to hit Karish gas rig with Monday morning UAV launch
9:15 a.m.:A UAV was intercepted over Israel's economic waters. No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
2:22 a.m.: A short while ago, the IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted a suspicious aerial target that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory.
Sirens regarding rocket and missile launches were activated in the area of Ramot Naftali due to the possibility of falling shrapnel from the interception.
2:01 a.m.: Sirens in Ramot Naftali, northern Israel.
Sunday, September 29:
10:28 p.m.: Earlier today, projectiles were fired from Lebanon toward the area of Sde Eliezer. The IAF swiftly struck the launcher from which the projectiles were fired.
Since noon, IAF fighter jets struck dozens of terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization across Lebanon, including launchers aimed toward Israeli territory, buildings in which weapons were stored and terrorist infrastructure sites used by Hezbollah for terror activities against the State of Israel.
The IDF reiterated that it "is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah’s capabilities."
10:25 p.m.: Saudi news outlets Al Hadath and Al Arabiya reported that the Hezbollah Shura Council has chosen Hashem Safieddine to replace Hassan Nasrallah as Secretary General.
9:58 p.m.: Reports of another Israeli airstrike in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut.
9:31 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in northern Israel, the IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted a projectile that crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory.
9:18 p.m.: Following the situational assessment, the IDF has decided that as of this evening (Sunday), changes will be made to the Home Front Command’s defensive guidelines.
As part of the changes, it was decided to ease restrictions in the areas of HaMifratz (excluding the Krayot), and Daliyat al-Karmel and Isfiya in the Carmel area. The activity scale has changed from limited to partial, meaning educational activities can be held in a place from which a standard protected space can be reached within the time available to reach shelter. Additionally, gatherings of up to 30 people can be held outdoors and up to 300 people indoors.
The IDF emphasized that the instructions published on the official Home Front Command channels must be followed. The full instructions are updated on the National Emergency Portal and the Home Front Command app.
9:14 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Haifa, Carmel, and western Galilee.
8:45 p.m.: The IDF confirmed that a short while ago, an Israeli Navy missile ship successfully intercepted a UAV that came from the east in the area of the Red Sea, outside of Israeli territory.
8:39 p.m.: Initial reports of an interception over Eilat.
7:48 p.m.: The IDF announced that a short while ago, it conducted extensive strikes on Hezbollah terror targets where Hezbollah operatives were located.
During the intelligence-based strikes, the IAF struck approximately 120 Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon and deep inside Lebanese territory.
Among the assets struck were significant headquarters used by Hezbollah’s different units and terrorist infrastructure used by Hezbollah operatives to plan and carry out terrorist activities against the State of Israel.
According to the IDF, the strike caused significant damage to Hezbollah's capabilities, command and control abilities, and operational management.
7:20 p.m.: The IDF released footage of IAF F-15 fighter jets taking off from the 'Tel Nof' Airbase to strike in Yemen. During the strike, Israeli Air Force Commanding Officer Tomer Bar stated: "Anyone who tries to harm the civilians of the State of Israel – we will reach them"
7:00 p.m.: The IDF updated that following the sirens that sounded in the western Galilee area, approximately 10 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Projectile falls were identified.
In addition, following the sirens that sounded in the Haifa Bay area, approximately 25 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, which fell in open areas.
6:48 p.m.: Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant after the strikes on Yemen: “I visited the IAF command and control room, where I followed the strike conducted against the Houthi terrorist organization. Our message is clear - for us, no place is too far.”
6:44 p.m.: The IDF announced that a short while ago, two UAVs that crossed from Lebanon into the territorial waters of the State of Israel, were intercepted by a missile ship and an IDF combat helicopter.
No injuries were reported.
6:38 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the western Galilee and Haifa Bay Area.
6:34 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Shtula and Netua in the upper Galilee.
6:25 p.m.: The Lebanese Health Ministry reports that 24 people were killed in an Israeli strike in Sidon.
5:53 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed that IAF jets struck targets in the Ras Isa and Hudaydah areas of Yemen.
5:15 p.m.: Initial reports of an Israeli strike on the Al Hudaydah port in Houthi-controlled Yemen. The strike follows three Houthi missile strikes in Israel over the past three weeks.
5:12 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded over the past hour in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 20 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. The majority of the launches were intercepted.
4:51 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
4:41 p.m.: Lebanese sources are reporting dozens of IDF strikes in the last few minutes across the country.
4:38 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee.
4:35 p.m.: Five launches were identified in the recent barrage on Tzfat.
4:30 p.m.: The IDF has launched an extensive wave of strikes in Lebanon.
4:25 p.m.: Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon commented on Iran's request to hold a Security Council meeting following the elimination of Hezbollah Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah.
"Iran, which is the number one exporter of terrorism in the world, has shamelessly addressed the UN Security Council with a complaint against the State of Israel and has demanded a Security Council meeting. Since October 8, Iran has been attacking Israel on several fronts - through Hezbollah from the north, through Hamas from the south and through the Houthis. Iran needs to be held accountable for its attempts to destabilize the region. The Security Council must impose sanctions on Iran and designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organization.
"The State of Israel is in a just and defensive war like no other. We will not accept moral preaching from a country that is a factory for terrorism."
4:18 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Tzfat and surrounding areas.
4:05 p.m.: Al-Mayadeen reported that Mohammed Dahroj, a senior official in the Al-Jama'ah Al-Islamiyah organization was eliminated in an airstrike on the Bekaa Valley.
4:02 p.m.: Reports of an additional airstrike on the Dahieh area in Beirut.
3:48 p.m.: Hezbollah confirms that Nabil Qaouk, the commander of Hezbollah's preventative security unit was eliminated in an airstrike in Beirut overnight
3:46 p.m.: The Saudi Al Hadath newspaper reported that the strike on the Beirut suburb targeted a senior commander in Unit 1600, Hezbollah's explosives unit.
3:30 p.m.: Reports of an explosion on the outskirts of Damascus.
3:14 p.m.: The strike in the Dahieh area targeted an "individual" in an apartment building.
2:49 p.m.: The IDF conducted a precise strike in the Dahieh area of Beirut.
2:40 p.m.: Hezbollah confirmed that Ali Karaki, the commander of the group's southern front, was killed in the same airstrike in which Hassan Nasrallah was killed on Friday.
2:31 p.m.: The IDF announced that it is continuing to strike terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon.
Over the last few hours, IDF fighter jets struck Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon, including launchers directed toward Israeli territory, weapons storage facilities, and terrorist infrastructure sites.
The IDF is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah’s capabilities in Lebanon.
2:28 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the HaAmakim area.
2:25 p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
1:35 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Avivim, northern Israel.
1:00 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Sde Eliezer and Yesud HaMa'ala, northern Israel.
9:19 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the area of Tiberias, approximately eight projectile launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory, the IDF reported. The projectiles fell in open areas.
8:53 a.m.: Following the barrage on Tiberias and nearby areas, multiple launches were identified, but no injuries were reported.
8:40 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Tiberias and surrounding communities, northern Israel.
7:44 a.m.: The IDF announced that earlier today (Sunday), an Israeli Navy “Sa’ar 4.5”-class missile ship successfully intercepted an unmanned aerial target that was approaching Israel from the area of the Red Sea outside of Israeli territory.
6:43 a.m.: The sirens in Eilat: An aerial target launched from the east is believed to have been intercepted.
There were no reports of injuries or damages.
6:32 a.m.: The IDF continues to strike Hezbollah terrorist targets in Lebanon. Over the past few hours, the IAF struck dozens of Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon, including launchers that were aimed toward Israeli territory, structures in which weapons were stored and additional Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Over the past day, the IDF struck hundreds of Hezbollah terror targets throughout Lebanon. The IDF is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah’s capabilities.
5:44 a.m.: Further to the report of the activation of a siren about the entry of a hostile aircraft into Israel, the incident has concluded, the Home Front Command said.
5:30 a.m.: Siren warning of an infiltration of a hostile aircraft sounded in Eilat.
3:22 a.m.: Sirens in Kiryat Shmona.
12:36 a.m.: The Jordanian army has announced that a Grad rocket launched from Lebanon fell in an open area southeast of Jordan's capital city, Amman.
Saturday, September 28:
11:47 p.m.:The New York Timesrevealed new details of the Israeli strike which eliminated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. According to the report, over 80 bombs were used in the strike.
11:17 p.m.:Ahmad Muhammad Fahd, head of the Hamas terrorist network in southern Syria, has been eliminated in IDF strike.
11:12 p.m.: Sirens sound again in northern Israel
11:03 p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
10:56 p.m.: Report of explosions near Homs, Syria.
10:39 p.m.: A home near Maaleh Adumim sustained a direct hit after a long-range missile was launched from Lebanon towards Binyamin Region. Fires broke out due to falling shrapnel.
10:19 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the area of Judea and Samaria, one projectile launch was identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Details to follow.
10:05 p.m.: Sirens sound in Judea and Samaria
9:55 p.m.: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the elimination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, saying that Israel faces "significant challenges," and that Nasrallah's elimination increases chance of bringing hostages home.
9:45 p.m.: Wizz Air cancels flights to and from Israel
9:43 p.m.: Following elimination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, the IDF has announced the call-up of three reserve battalions, for "operational activities and to strengthen the defense in the Central Command."
9:32 p.m.: Yemen's Houthi rebel group claims responsibility for launch towards Ben Gurion International Airport, says, "we won't hesitate to raise level of escalation, participate in defending Gaza and Lebanon."
9:17 p.m.: Syrians in northwest Syria celebrate the news of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's death.
9:11 p.m.: A new report says that PM Netanyahu was unsure whether to fly to New York to speak at the UN - but in Israel it was finally decided to "conduct business as usual."
9:08 p.m.: Hamas condemns the elimination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, slams "barbaric Zionist aggression" which the terror group says shows the 'cruel' nature of Israel.
8:43 p.m.: In his first statement following the elimination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari imposes restrictions on gatherings in central Israel.
8:41 p.m.: Reports say that the IDF breached frequency of the control tower in Beirut. According to the report, the IDF warned that an Iranian civilian plane destined to land at Hariri Airport should abort.
8:23 p.m.: Shortly after the IDF confirmed the assassination of Hezbollah's Secretary General, it was reported that the Supreme Leader of Iran "was moved to a safe place with enhanced security measures."
8:15 p.m.: Who was Hassan Nasrallah? A full profile of Hezbollah's leader, who is responsible for the murder of thousands of American, Lebanese, and Israeli civilians.
8:05 p.m.: IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi speaks following the elimination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, stresses, "IDF at peak readiness, is prepared for what comes next."
7:58 p.m.: Listen to the radio transmissions from the IAF commander Tomer Bar, during the operation to strike Hezbollah's HQ, eliminate Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah.
7:49 p.m.: US President Joe Biden responds to Israel's elimination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, says his death is "a measure of justice" for "thousands of civilians."
7:43 p.m.: The IDF has eliminated the Commander of Hezbollah’s Missile Unit in southern Lebanon, alongside additional commanders in the unit.
7:34 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed that Ali Karki, commander of Hezbollah's southern front, and Hassan Khalil Yassin, a senior terrorist in Hezbollah's intelligence array, were eliminated in a strike in the Dahieh area of Beirut.
7:30 p.m.: Earlier on Saturday, following sirens in central Israel, the IDF intercepted a surface-to-surface missile from Yemen outside Israel's borders.
The IDF has also confirmed that Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was eliminated in a Friday afternoon strike in Beirut, Lebanon.
1:00 a.m.: Live updates are stopping at this time in honor of the start of Shabbat in North America, and will resume on Saturday night, upon the conclusion of Shabbat in Israel.
12:54 a.m.: The White House said that President Joe Biden has directed the Pentagon to assess and adjust the US troop posture in the Middle East as necessary.
12:50 a.m.: Footage of latest IDF strikes in Dahieh
12:37 a.m.: The IDF is currently conducting targeted strikes on weapons belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization that were stored beneath civilian buildings in the area of Dahieh in Beirut, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced in a statement.
Friday, September 27:
11:12 p.m.: Avichay Adraee, the IDF's Arabic-language spokesperson, issued a warning to the residents of Beirut and called on them to evacuate from several areas that are close to "Hezbollah's interests" in the Dahieh neighborhood.
Adraee called on the residents to immediately move away to a distance of at least 500 meters from these areas.
11:04 p.m.: 65 launches were identified from Lebanon in the recent barrages on northern Israel, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
"Following the sirens that sounded between 10:03 p.m. and 10:04 p.m. in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 30 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted, and reports were received regarding projectiles that fell in the city of Tzfat," it said.
"Following the sirens that sounded between 10:20 p.m. and 10:21 p.m. in the Central Galilee and Lower Galilee areas, approximately 30 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon and some were intercepted."
"Following the sirens that sounded between 10:24 p.m. and 10:25 p.m. in the Western Galilee area, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted."
10:55 p.m.: A 68-year-old woman was lightly injured from a rocket that exploded in Tzfat. Magen David Adom paramedics evacuated her to Ziv Hospital in the city.
10:37 p.m.: Magen David Adom said one person suffered light injuries as a result of shrapnel in Tzfat, after a rocket fired from Lebanon hit a building in the city.
10:25 p.m.: Sirens in Nahariya and the area.
10:21 p.m.: Sirens in Karmiel and the area.
10:20 p.m.: Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has called an emergency meeting of the Supreme National Security Council at his home compound, two Iranian officials with knowledge of the meeting told The New York Times.
The officials added the meeting was in response to Israel's strike in Beirut that targeted the leader of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah.
10:18 p.m.: Over the past hour, IAF fighter jets struck terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization deep in Lebanon and southern Lebanon, including launchers which were directed toward Israeli civilians as well as structures in which weapons were stored, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
"The IDF is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah's terrorist capabilities and infrastructure," it added.
10:16 p.m.: Reports of direct hit of rocket on home in Tzfat. It is unknown if there were any injuries.
10:03 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Tzfat.
9:30 p.m.: The IDF conducted strikes in Hermel, deep in Lebanese territory, according to reports in Lebanon.
9:06 p.m.: The city of Kiryat Shmona announced, "Following an assessment of the situation we carried out and subject to the instructions of the Home Front Command and the Northern Command, we ask the residents of the city who remained in the city to stay near shelters until further notice."
8:59 p.m.: Following the IDF strike in Beirut, Residents of Tzfat, Meron, the Golan Heights, the Galilee panhandle and the Upper Galilee have been instructed to stay close to shelters.
7:57 p.m.: The IDF on Friday evening conducted a precise strike on the Central Headquarters of the Hezbollah terror organization in the heart of the Dahieh in Beirut, likely targeting Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.
6:10 p.m.: With the start of Shabbat in Israel, Arutz Sheva-Israel National News' North American desk will continue to update the site.
3:49 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Dafna and Sha'ar Yashuv in the Galilee panhandle.
2:20 p.m.: Earlier today (Friday), a number of rockets were fired toward the area of Tiberius in northern Israel. A short while ago, the IAF struck the launchers used to fire the rockets in the area of Haddatha in Lebanon.
Over the past two hours, the IAF also struck dozens of launchers aimed towards the State of Israel, weapons storage facilities, and terrorist infrastructure sites belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the areas of Sidon, Nabatieh, and in additional areas in southern Lebanon.
The IDF is currently continuing to strike Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon.
11:50 a.m.: The IDF announced that this morning (Friday), rockets were fired toward the areas of Haifa and the Krayot.
A short while ago, the launcher from which the rockets were fired was swiftly struck by IAF fighter jets.
In dozens of additional strikes, the IAF struck terrorist infrastructure sites and terrorist cells belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in numerous areas in southern Lebanon.
The IDF is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah's terrorist capabilities and infrastructure.
In a separate incident, following the sirens that sounded between 9:59 and 10:00 in the Lower Galilee area, approximately 10 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. The majority of them were intercepted.
10:22 a.m.: A short while ago, four UAVs crossed from Lebanon into the coastal area of Rosh HaNikra and were intercepted by the IDF Aerial Defense Array.
No sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
10:20 a.m.: A 35-year-old construction worker was moderately-to-severely wounded by debris from an intercepted Hezbollah rocket near Kfar Hittim Friday morning.
United Hatzalah Tiberias branch head Yossi Oknin, United Hatzalah paramedic Didi Marizen and UH volunteer EMT Mordechai Mekayes reported, "We provided initial treatment at the scene to a 35-year-old man who was injured by shrapnel during his work at a construction site. At this stage, his condition is moderate and stable."
9:59 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Tiberias and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
9:30 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Tiberias and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
8:34 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Haifa and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
7:38 a.m.: Rocket fired towards Tiberias falls in the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee).
7:26 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Tiberias.
12:41 a.m.: Sirens in Tel Aviv and Gush Dan.
12:21 a.m.: Hezbollah confirmed the death of Muhammad Hussein Srour, the commander of its aerial unit, who was eliminated in IDF strike in the Dahieh neighborhood of Beirut.
Thursday, September 26:
11:11 p.m.: Over the past day, the IAF struck approximately 220 Hezbollah terrorist targets in Lebanon, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
Among the targets that were struck were terrorist infrastructure sites, launchers from which projectiles were fired toward Israeli territory, Hezbollah terrorists, and weapons storage facilities in Lebanon.
The IDF is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah's terrorist capabilities and infrastructure.
9:37 p.m.: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met with MK Benny Gantz earlier in the day. Following the meeting he wrote: "Hezbollah must withdraw from the border area of Lebanon. All parties have a responsibility to find a diplomatic solution. I spoke about this with Benny Gantz. The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah must not become a regional conflagration."
9:18 p.m.: The IDF is currently striking Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon.
8:44 p.m.: The White House said that its calls for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah yesterday were coordinated with Israel.
7:57 p.m.: During the recent missile barrage on the lower Galilee, a 45-year-old man was moderately injured by falling shrapnel in the village of Kafr Manda.
7:09 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the lower Galilee.
6:26 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Shefer, in the upper Galilee.
6:10 p.m.: Approximately 80 missiles were launched at the Tzfat area in the recent barrage.
6:02 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Tzfat and surrounding areas.
5:30 p.m.: The IDF confirmed that in an airstrike on the Dahieh suburb in Beirut earlier in the day, IAF aircraft eliminated Muhammad Hussein Srour, the commander of Hezbollah's aerial unit.
5:12 p.m.: A member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's entourage in New York said the cabinet did not vote on a ceasefire and emphasized that Israel will continue to fight Hezbollah.
4:49 p.m.: Reuters reported that Israel has rejected US-backed proposals on for a ceasefire with Hezbollah.
4:46 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded between 16:06 and 16:08 in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 40 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. A number of projectiles were intercepted and others were identified as landing in the area.
Over the past day, IDF fighter jets struck dozens of Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon. Among the targets struck were terror sites, terrorist cells, launchers that were ready to fire toward Israeli territory, including the launcher that fired toward the area of Akko earlier today, and weapons storage facilities in the areas of Zibqin, Tebnine, Kfarchouba, Deyrintar, and Seddiqine in southern Lebanon.
The IDF stated that it is continuing to operate to degrade and dismantle Hezbollah's capabilities and terrorist infrastructure.
4:31 p.m.: According to unofficial reports, four individuals were eliminated in the strike in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut.
4:19 p.m.: Minister of Defense Gallant approved the continued offensive actions by the IDF on the northern front together with IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, Operations Directorate Chief Oded Basyuk, and Intelligence Directorate Chief Shlomi Binder.
The four also watched the precise strike on Hezbollah targets in the Dahieh suburb of Beirut a short time ago.
"We are continuing the sequence of operations to eliminate Hezbollah terrorists and to destroy missiles and rockets.
4:07 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the upper Galilee including Tzfat.
3:47 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in the area of the northern Golan Heights, it was determined to be a false identification.
3:38 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Golan Heights.
3:15 p.m.: The IDF confirmed that it is currently carrying out precise strikes in Beirut. The strikes reportedly targeted the commander of Hezbollah's aerial unit.
2:45 p.m.: The commander of the IDF's Home Front Command met with local leaders in northern Israel, stressing that the IDF is conducting a "very significant offensive effort" this week.
1:56 p.m.: IDF targets infrastructure for moving weapons between Lebanon and Syria
1:38 p.m.: Netanyahu orders to tone down attacks on Lebanon in preparation for talks on a temporary ceasefire on the northern border.
1:37 p.m.: Sirens sound in Kiryat Shmona and Margaliot, on the northern border.
1:26 p.m.: Sirens sound in Tzfat and the Ha'amakim area of northern Israel.
12:31 p.m.: Following reports of ceasefire: IDF continues attacking Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, eliminating terrorists, military structures, and weapons storehouses.
11:46 a.m.: "Ceasefire with Hezbollah? 'Shameful, embarrassment," demands political analyst Amit Segal: 'Keep your word.' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told ministers that negotiations would be held 'only under fire.'
11:25 a.m.: After 20 hours of quiet: Dozens of launches are fired towards Acre and its environs.
10:52 a.m.: Israeli political analyst, Amit Segal, says that, "Israel has its own conditions for a ceasefire, estimates that Hezbollah won't agree."
10:51 AM: Report: Netanyahu ordered IDF to moderate strikes in Lebanon
10:46 a.m.: Sirens sound in Acre, in northern Israel.
10:46 a.m.: Sirens sounding in the Upper Galilee area in northern Israel.
10:12 a.m.: 'The day after': Hamas agrees to allow rival Fatah to control Gaza crossings. Hamas terror group agrees to give up control of Gaza crossings 'the day after' the war in Gaza ends, ceding to rival group led by Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas.
9:38 a.m.: IDF striking in Tyre, Lebanon
8:51 a.m.: Senior US officials: 'Temporary ceasefire deal in Lebanon expected within hours'. Senior US officials tell Sky News that a temporary ceasefire deal with Hezbollah is expected within the coming hours.
7:14 a.m.: Residents of Tzfat instructed to stay near protected areas
7:11 a.m.: White House: No indication that Iran is interested in an all-out war. 'No indication that Iran is interested in an all-out war,' White House National Security Spokesman, John Kirby, said to Fox News.
6:22 a.m.: US sanctions networks over trade benefitting Hezbollah. State Department announces sanctions on one individual and four entities over the facilitation of trade to Syria and East Asia in support of Hezbollah and the Quds Force of the IRGC.
5:51 a.m.: Trump: Iran should be blown to smithereens if it harms a US candidate. After his campaign was briefed on an Iranian plot to assassinate him, Republican presidential nominee says Iran should be blown "to smithereens" if it is involved in the harming of a US White House candidate or ex-president.
4:46 a.m.: Biden, Macron call for ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon: The situation is intolerable. US President and French President release statement calling for 21-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel: It is time to conclude a diplomatic settlement, but diplomacy cannot succeed amid an escalation of this conflict.
4:14 a.m.: Sanders submits bill seeking to block arms sales to Israel. Senator Bernie Sanders officially introduces legislation seeking to block the sale of offensive weaponry to Israel, claims Netanyahu is thwarting ceasefire efforts.
3:56 a.m.: Netanyahu and his wife take off to New York. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara took off for New York. Netanyahu is expected to address the UN General Assembly on Friday.
3:41 a.m.: Security Cabinet meeting concludes, Netanyahu making his way to his plane
3:17 a.m.: Iranian FM: Israel crossed all red lines, we support Hezbollah. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says the region is on the brink of a “full-scale catastrophe”, stresses Iran supports Hezbollah in its "just cause" to defend Lebanon.
2:40 a.m.: Lebanon's Ministry of Health reported on Wednesday night that at least 72 people were killed and hundreds more were injured in IDF strikes in the country during the past 24 hours.
1:48 a.m.: French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot told the UN Security Council on Wednesday that France and the United States are working on a proposal for a 21-day ceasefire in Lebanon.
"In recent days, we have worked with our American partners on a temporary ceasefire... of 21 days to allow for negotiations," Barrot told an emergency meeting of the Security Council requested by France.
1:03 a.m.: A short time ago, IDF troops detected suspicious movements in the border area with Lebanon and fired at them, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said. The forces are currently searching the area.
Wednesday, September 25:
10:23 p.m.: The IDF published footage of the interception of the UAV that approached Eilat from Iraq by the Israeli Navy's Sa’ar 5 class corvette missile ship in the area of the Red Sea.
8:40 p.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the area of the city of Eilat, two UAVs were identified approaching the area of Eilat from the East. An Israeli Navy’s Sa’ar 5 class corvette missile ship intercepted one UAV and a fallen UAV was identified in the area of Eilat. The second hit a building in the city.
Firefighters are working to extinguish fires that broke out in the city's port and near the Herods hotel. Two individuals were lightly injured by falling shrapnel and were treated by MDA teams.
8:30 p.m.: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a shot video statement in Hebrew regarding the campaign in Lebanon.
“I cannot detail everything we are doing, but I can tell you one thing – we are determined to return our residents in the north home safely," Netanyahu stated.
"We are inflicting blows on Hezbollah that it never imagined. We are doing it with might; we are doing it with stratagems. I promise you one thing – we will not rest until they return home,” he added.
8:20 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the southern city of Eilat warning of an aerial infiltration.
6:47 p.m.: The Home Front Command has extended the home front defense policy with no changes until Friday at 6:00 p.m.
5:13 p.m.: The Lebanese Health Minister announced that 51 people were killed and 223 were hurt in IDF strikes since this mourning. He did not note how many of the casualties were Hezbollah terrorists.
4:28 p.m.: The IAF struck the launchers used to fire projectiles this morning at Tzfat and Nahariya, as well as other terror targets, including Hezbollah terrorist operatives, weapons storage facilities, ready-to-use launchers, and terror infrastructure sites. In total, over 280 Hezbollah terror targets have been struck today in Lebanon, and the IDF is continuing to conduct strikes against additional targets.
4:12 p.m.: The IDF announced that earlier in the day, fighter jets, guided by the Intelligence Directorate, struck 60 terrorist targets belonging to Hezbollah's intelligence directorate. The strikes destroyed intelligence-gathering tools, command centers, and additional infrastructure used by the enemy to build an intelligence situational assessment.
4:08 p.m.: Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the launch of Fadi 3 missiles toward an explosives plant in the Zichron Yaakov area.
3:40 p.m.: The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced that in accordance with the situational assessment, the IDF is calling up a number of reserve brigades for operational activities in the northern arena.
"This will enable the continuation of combat against the Hezbollah terrorist organization, the defense of the State of Israel, and to create the conditions to enable the residents of northern Israel to return to their homes," the IDF stated.
3:30 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
3:20 p.m.: One person was lightly injured following a rocket hit in the village of Bir al-Maksur.
United Hatzalah volunteer EMT Sued Rami reported: "There was a direct hit on a barn. We provided initial treatment at the scene to a 50-year-old woman who sustained mild injuries from shrapnel. A number of goats and sheep were killed on the spot."
3:11 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Gonen and Lehavot HaBashan, northern Israel.
2:49 p.m.: Two people were injured as a result of a direct rocket hit in the Nahariya region.
United Hatzalah volunteer EMTs Dror Nir, Doron Almog, and Radi Hadad reported: "There was a direct hit to a building undergoing renovations. We provided initial treatment at the scene to two construction workers - a 35-year-old man in serious condition and a 52-year-old man in moderate condition. Both suffered shrapnel injuries. Members of United Hatzalah's Psychotrauma and Crisis Response Unit provided assistance to several people who suffered from emotional shock."
2:21 p.m.: Commander of the IDF's Northern Command, Major General Ori Gordin, has announced: "We are beginning a new stage in the battle, and we are in the midst of Operation Northern Arrows. The operation began with a significant hit to Hezbollah's abilities, with an emphasis on its firing abilities, and with a very significant strike to their commanders and members of the organization. In light of this, we need to change the security situation. We need to be very well-prepared for a ground operation in Lebanon and action."
2:00 p.m.: Magen David Adom (MDA) is providing medical treatment to two people injured by shrapnel: a man of about 35 who is in serious condition with shrapnel in his upper body, and a man of 52 in moderate condition, with shrapnel in his lower body. Both are being evacuated to the Galilee Medical Center in Nahariya.
1:52 p.m.: One injured lightly, one moderately, following rocket strike on Kibbutz Sa'ar
1:38 p.m.: Additional sirens sounding in northern Israel
1:36 p.m.: Wizz Air has announced that it will gradually resume flights to Israel, beginning Sept. 25. The airline stressed that it is closely following the situation.
1:35 p.m.: Sirens sounded in the central Galilee and Ha'amakim
1:35 p.m.: Sirens sounded in Nahariya and surrounding areas
1:27 p.m.: Initial report - the IDF began conducting strikes in the area of Nabatieh. Details to follow.
1:17 p.m.: A Hezbollah official told Reuters that 1,500 terrorists were put out of commission after beeper blasts. Hezbollah, possibly Israel's 'most formidable' enemy, may number up to 100,000 terrorists.
11:33 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 40 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Several projectiles were intercepted, and a projectile fall was identified in an assisted living facility in the area of Safed. No injuries were reported.
The Hezbollah terrorist organization continues to launch projectiles toward civilian areas and facilities on the Israeli home front.
The IDF is simultaneously striking Hezbollah terror targets and weapons storage facilities.
11:27 a.m.: Report: Missile hits assisted living facility in Tzfat, fire breaks out at scene; none injured
11:12 a.m.: Residents of north have told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "Ending the war with a political agreement, without an intense war, will have repercussions for generations."
11:11 a.m.: Rocket strikes in Tzfat, first responders called to scene.
11:08 a.m.: Initial report - The IDF is currently conducting extensive strikes in southern Lebanon and the Beqaa area. Details to follow.
11:02 a.m.: More sirens sounding in northern Israel
11:01 a.m.: Sirens sounding in northern Israel
11:01 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
11:00 a.m.: Sirens sound in Tzfat and Birya
10:55 a.m.: The IDF has clarified that the sirens in Upper Galilee and western Galilee were caused by false identification.
10:33 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
10:25 a.m.: According to Al Arabiya, over half a million Lebanese have evacuated their homes.
10:18 a.m.: Sirens in Tiberias at 9:27 a.m. due to false identification.
10:18 a.m.: Sirens sound in Tiberias
10:11 a.m.: Lebanon reports claim that six people have died and 15 have been injured in the IDF's latest strike in Dahieh.
10:02 a.m.: A Lebanese report claimed that a barrage of missiles was fired at a "military target" in southeast Haifa.
9:52 a.m.: Egypt, Jordan, and Iraq have issued a joint statement, claiming, "Israel is dragging the region into a general war."
9:43 a.m.: Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei wrote in letter to Nasrallah: "I am at your service, we're ready to help whenever you want."
9:39 a.m.: Shi'ite militia in Iraq take responsibility for firing at southern Golan
9:38 a.m.: A report from Lebanon claimed that missiles were fired at "military target" southeast of Haifa.
9:32 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the areas of Menashe, Hacarmel, and Wadi Ara, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Several projectiles were intercepted, and a projectile fall was identified in the area.
9:27 a.m.: Sirens sound in Tiberias
9:27 a.m.: MDA: No reports of injuries
9:26 a.m.: At least five launches identified in barrage on Zikhron Ya'akov
9:24 a.m.: The IDF reported: "Following the sirens that sounded at 8:50 in the area of the Golan Heights, a UAV approaching from the east was identified crossing into Israeli territory from Syria. The UAV was intercepted by IDF fighter jets south of the Sea of Galilee. No damage or injuries were reported."
9:03 a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
9:19 a.m.: Missile falls near Bat Shlomo
9:18 a.m.: At least 10 interceptions reported over Haifa and nearby Krayot
9:18 a.m.: Interceptions reported over Zikhron Ya'akov
9:02 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Eliad, northern Israel
8:01 a.m.: The IDF has announced that it struck the rocket launcher used to launch a surface-to-surface missile towards Tel Aviv.
"Following the surface-to-surface missile launch toward central Israel, the IAF struck the launcher from which the missile was fired in the area of Nafakhiyeh in Lebanon," the IDF said."
7:01 a.m.: The IDF stressed: "At this time there is no change to the IDF Defensive Guidelines and educational activities will continue as usual in central Israel."
6:54 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the Tel Aviv and Netanya areas, one surface-to-surface missile was identified crossing from Lebanon and was intercepted by the IDF Aerial Defense Array.
6:40 a.m.: The Magen David Adom spokesman said that, following the sirens that were heard in the last few minutes in the Sharon area, Tel Aviv and Gush Dan, at this stage no calls were received at MDA's 101 hotline and there are no reports of injuries.
6:33 a.m.: Sirens in the Sharon region, including Netanya.
6:30 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv.
5:09 a.m.: The Hezbollah terrorist organization claimed it fired Fadi 1 rockets at the Ilaniya base.
In the last day, the organization has claimed responsibility for 18 attacks against Israel.
3:58 a.m.: Media outlets in Lebanon reported that the IDF carried out a series of strikes in the Al-Bekaa area, deep in Lebanese territory.
3:19 a.m.: The Home Front Command said, following the siren warning of a hostile aircraft infiltration in the Golan Heights, that the incident has concluded.
3:00 a.m.: Sirens warning of infiltration of a hostile aircraft sounded in the northern Golan Heights.
2:01 a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded in the Upper Galilee area, it was determined to be a false identification, the IDF Spokesperson's Unit said.
1:52 a.m.: The Home Front Command said, following the siren warning of a hostile aircraft infiltration in the southern Golan Heights, that the incident has concluded.
1:48 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Kiryat Shmona and the area.
1:36 a.m.: Sirens warning of an infiltration of a hostile aircraft sounded in the southern Golan Heights.
12:55 a.m.: The IDF Spokesperson's Unit said that following the sirens that sounded in the Arava area, a UAV was identified approaching from the east and a fall was identified in the area.
No injuries were reported.
12:44 a.m.: Media in Lebanon reported an Israeli strike in the Al-Jiya area, south of Beirut. According to the report, sounds of explosions were also heard in the Lebanese capital.
The Saudi channel Al-Hadath reported that the strike targeted a Hezbollah weapons warehouse.
12:36 a.m.: Home Front Command: Further to the report of a siren warning about the infiltration of a hostile aircraft into Israel - the incident has concluded.
12:22 a.m.: Siren warning of an infiltration of a hostile aircraft sounded in the Arava region.
Tuesday, September 24th:
8:07p.m.: The IDF announced that following the sirens that sounded between 19:39 and 19:42 in the area of HaCarmel, three UAVs were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of them were intercepted. The details are under review.
Over the last two hours, with the direction of IDF intelligence, the IAF conducted a number of extensive strikes on dozens of terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the area of Beqaa and several different areas in southern Lebanon. The strikes are ongoing.
The IAF struck and dismantled dozens of terrorist infrastructure in which weapons were stored, as well as dozens of launchers that were aimed toward Israeli territory.
Over the past day, Hezbollah terrorists fired dozens of rockets from the area of Bint Jbeil in southern Lebanon toward Israeli civilians.
The IAF is currently conducting strikes on weapons storage facilities in the area.
"The IDF will continue operating to dismantle and degrade Hezbollah's capabilities and terrorist infrastructure," the military stated.
8:00p.m.: Sirens activated in Haifa, suspected drone infiltration under investigation.
7:53p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
7:47p.m.: Sirens sounded in Beit Jann, northern Israel.
7:44p.m.: Sirens sounded in Megadim and Neveh Yam, northern Israel.
7:41p.m.: Sirens sounded in Atlit and Neveh Yam, northern Israel.
7:24p.m.: Sirens sounded in the city of Safed and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
6:38p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
6:25p.m.: The IDF stated, "The terrorist Ibrahim Muhammad Qabisi, Head of Hezbollah's Missiles and Rockets Force, who was eliminated by the IDF today (Tuesday), planned the abduction terror attack in Mount Dov in the 2000s, in which Staff Sergeant Benyamin (Benny) Avraham, Staff Sergeant Adi Avitan and Staff Sergeant Omar Sawaid were abducted and killed. They were brought back to Israel for burial in 2004."
6:08p.m.: Sirens sounded in northern Israel.
6:05p.m.: The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced, "The IDF is currently conducting extensive strikes on Hezbollah terror targets in Lebanon. Details to follow."
5:37p.m.: Sirens sounded in the city of Safed and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
5:30p.m.: The IDF confirmed that the head of Hezbollah's missile unit was eliminated in an airstrike in Beirut Tuesday afternoon.
5:15p.m.: Sirens sounded in Margaliot and Kiryat Shmona, northern Israel.
4:27p.m.: Hezbollah claimed that it fired rockets at the Upper Galilee community of Rosh Pina.
4:26p.m.: Sources told Reuters that the head of Hezbollah's missile unit was killed in an airstrike in Beirut on Tuesday afternoon.
3:51p.m.: The IDF announced that over the past day, the Israeli Air Force fighter jet squadrons conducted hundreds of operational sorties in order to remove threats to Israeli civilians and degrade Hezbollah's terrorist infrastructure and capabilities in Lebanon. Approximately 2,000 munitions were used in strikes on approximately 1,500 terrorist infrastructure targets in southern Lebanon and deep inside Lebanese territory. IAF fighter jets are continuing their activity, conducting strikes even at this time.
3:46p.m.: Sirens sounded in the city of Safed and surrounding areas, northern Israel.
3:29p.m.: Sirens sounded in Katzrin and Kidmat Zvi, northern Israel.
3:21p.m.: Sirens sounded in Ya'ara, northern Israel.
3:14p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Central Galilee and HaAmakim areas, northern Israel.
3:10p.m.: Reports of rocket strikes in Acre. No injuries reported currently.
3:05p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Upper Galilee and HaMifratz areas, northern Israel.
2:56p.m.: Initial report - The IDF conducted a targeted strike in Beirut. Details to follow.
2:53p.m.: Sirens sounded in the Center and Lower Galilee areas, northern Israel.
2:14p.m.: The IDF is currently striking terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon, an IDF statement read.
1:57p.m.: Sirens sound in the Upper Galilee and Western Galilee.
1:43p.m.: Following the recent barrage on the Ha'amakim area, a number of fires broke out in open areas.
1:33p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel, warning of a hostile aircraft intrusion.
1:32p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel, warning of incoming missiles.
1:28p.m.: Magen David Adom (MDA) paramedics are providing medical treatment to a 19-year-old young man who is in moderate condition after being injured by shrapnel following the recent barrage on northern Israel.
1:09p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel.
1:07p.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel.
12:45p.m.: A short while ago, with the direction of IDF intelligence, the IAF struck terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Beqaa and several areas in southern Lebanon. Among the targets struck were buildings in which weapons were stored, command centers, and additional terrorist infrastructure sites.
During the strikes, secondary explosions were identified, indicating that large amounts of weapons were stored in the buildings.
The IDF will continue operating to dismantle and degrade Hezbollah's capabilities and terrorist infrastructure.
12:42p.m.: Sirens sound in Avivim, in northern Israel
12:00p.m.: The IDF is continuing to strike Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon as part of Operation "Northern Arrows."
Following the sirens that sounded between 10:32 and 10:33 in the Lower Galilee and HaAmakim areas, approximately ten projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted. No injuries were reported.
The IDF is continuing to strike terror targets belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in southern Lebanon.
Over the past few hours, the IAF struck Hezbollah terror targets in southern Lebanon, including launchers, terrorist infrastructure sites and buildings in which weapons were stored.
10:57a.m.: Reports of hits near the Golani Junction, none injured
10:50a.m.: Sirens sound in northern Israel
10:45a.m.: A total of 113 people have been killed and over 500 injured in the IDF's strikes in northern Beqaa over the past day, Al Mayadeen reported.
10:32a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Lower Galilee and Ha'amakim areas, northern Israel.
10:31a.m.: Following the sirens that sounded at 09:36 in the HaAmakim area, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Some of the projectiles were intercepted and the rest fell in open areas. Fallen fragments from the interceptions were identified in the area. No injuries were reported.
Furthermore, following the sirens that sounded between 09:42 and 09:44 in the Upper Galilee area, approximately 50 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. The majority of the projectiles were intercepted and several fallen projectiles were identified in the area. Damage was caused to buildings in the area.
Israeli Fire and Rescue services are currently operating to extinguish fires caused by the strikes in the area. No injuries were reported.
10:30a.m.: The Galilee Medical Center reported that it is treating nine victims following the sirens in northern Israel, including some who were injured in traffic accidents after the sirens sounded.
10:26a.m.: Dashcam footage from a vehicle traveling near Tamra, showing the vehicle moving forward until a rocket strikes nearby.
10:20a.m.: Rocket lands in Kiryat Shmona, sparking fire
10:01a.m.: Around 50 missiles were launched in the barrage towards Kiryat Shmona
9:50a.m.: Interceptions reported over Kiryat Shmona
9:42 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Galilee panhandle.
9:36 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Jezreel Valley
8:00 a.m.: The IDF announced that overnight (Tuesday), with the direction of IDF intelligence, the IAF struck dozens of Hezbollah targets in numerous areas in southern Lebanon.
During the strikes, the IDF struck the Hezbollah terrorist cell that carried out the attack and the launchers that were used to fire at the HaAmakim area overnight.
Furthermore, IDF artillery and tanks struck additional terrorist targets in the area of Ayta ash Shab and Ramyeh in southern Lebanon.
7:43 a.m.: Sirens sounded in the Haifa Bay area and western Galilee.
6:00 a.m.: Sirens sounded in Nahariya.
4:32 a.m.: The IDF said that following the sirens that sounded between 2:39 a.m. and 2:40 a.m. in the HaAmakim area, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted by the IDF Aerial Defense Array and a number of projectiles were identified falling in open areas.
Following the sirens that sounded at 2:57 a.m. in the HaAmakim area, approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted by the IDF Aerial Defense Array and a number of projectiles were identified falling in open areas.
Following the sirens that sounded at 3:11 a.m. in the HaAmakim area, approximately 10 projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon. Some of the projectiles were intercepted by the IDF Aerial Defense Array and a number of projectiles were identified falling in open areas.
The IAF struck the sources of fire.
3:00 a.m.: Sirens were sounded early Tuesday morning in Afula and other towns in the Jezreel Valley.
The sirens were heard in Givat Ela, Ahuzat Barak, Tzippori, Nazareth, Nof HaGalil and other localities, as well as in Nahariya and the Krayot, near Haifa.
The IDF reported that over 20 launches were identified crossing into Israel from Lebanon. Some of these were intercepted, and some fell in open areas. No one was injured, but property sustained damage. The IAF struck the source of the fire.
The launches towards Nahariya fell into the Mediterranean Sea, and caused neither damage nor injuries.
Magan David Adom reported that its teams of paramedics are searching areas where reports of explosions had been received.
The teams treated a number of people who were injured on the way to shelter, as well as several people suffering from anxiety.
The Israel Police received reports of parts of interceptors falling in several locations in the Nazareth area. It added that, at this stage there were no reports of injuries, but damage was caused to property.
"Police officers and sappers are now working to isolate the sites of the explosions. We ask the public to stay away from these sites and obey the instructions of the police officers in the field," said the Israel Police.
"The Israel Police asks all residents to avoid congregating in the areas of the explosions in order to avoid risking lives and unnecessary injury to the body and so that the work of the sappers and police officers at the scene is not interrupted."
Magen David Adom reported that damage was caused to a MDA ambulance in the Jezreel Valley. The ambulance's windshield was shattered and it was damaged by shrapnel that penetrated it.
1:05 a.m.: The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit said that over the past few hours, with the direction of IDF intelligence, the IAF struck hundreds of Hezbollah targets, including launchers, command posts and terrorist infrastructure in numerous areas in southern Lebanon.
Over the past day, in multiple series of strikes, the IAF struck approximately 1,600 Hezbollah terrorist targets in southern Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley.
Monday, September 23rd:
7:40 p.m.: Sirens were sounded in the city of Haifa. The IDF said that approximately five projectiles were identified crossing from Lebanon into Israeli territory. The IDF Aerial Defense Array intercepted a number of projectiles.
Meanwhile, dozens of IDF fighter jets took off on Monday evening for another wave of strikes deep in Lebanese territory against Hezbollah terrorist targets.