IAF

Hezbollah attacked twice within hours; Will Israel strike Beirut?

Sirens activated this morning in the areas of Manara, Kiryat Shmona, & Misgav Am. IAF intercepts UAV & 2 other projectiles from Lebanon.

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Terrorists eliminated while launching drone

IDF forces spot Hezbollah terrorists preparing to launch drone, eliminate them in airstrike, thwarting planned attack.

IDF reveals:

Multiple top Hezbollah commanders eliminated in past two weeks

Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion, 2,500 Hezbollah terrorists have been eliminated, 800 of them were killed after the start of the ceasefire understandings.

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Israel’s new next-gen strategic aircraft lands at Nevatim Airbase

The IDF has released special footage of the landing of the new KC-46 "Gideon" tanker and transport aircraft at Nevatim Air Base.

New refueling plane lands in Israel

Israeli Air Force receives first of six Boeing KC-46 'Gideon' refueling and transport aircraft.

Escalation continues

IDF strikes over 100 Hezbollah targets across Lebanon

The IDF said it struck over 100 Hezbollah targets overnight, including weapons depots and command centers across Lebanon.

Cleared for publication:

Ltc. (Res.) Yuval and Ltc. (Ret) Itai killed in plane crash

Lt. Col. (Res.) Yuval Inbar, 50, a former fighter pilot and squad commander and active reservist, died when his light plane went down near Afula.

Southern Gaza:

Terrorist who participated in October 7th eliminated

The IAF, guided by the ground troops, eliminated the terrorist after he crossed the Yellow Line and approached the troops, posing an immediate threat.

Dramatic evacuation in southern Lebanon

An IAF helicopter failed to take off while evacuating wounded troops out of southern Lebanon. An additional helicopter was dispatched while an IAF crew worked to repair the error.

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UAV operator and ground troops work to eliminate terrorist

IDF footage shows an IAF drone striking a terrorist suspected of planting an explosive device in southern Gaza, in support of the Kfir Brigade.

Air Force chief:

“We were on brink of undermining foundations of the IAF"

In his farewell speech, outgoing Air Force Commander Major General Tomer Bar also addressed the need for a commission of inquiry and the period of refusals to serve that preceded the war.

Netanyahu

Our pilots are prepared to reach anywhere in Iranian airspace

The Prime Minister presented the principles of Israel’s military buildup plan, which include purchasing new fighter squadrons, domestic weapons production, and establishing a project to counter the threat of drones across various arenas.

Katz on Iran:

'We may need to act again soon'

Omer Tishler promoted to Major General ahead of assuming Air Force command, as Defense Minister warns of ongoing threats from Iran and Hezbollah.

New details on espionage case:

Soldier was asked to assassinate IAF chief

New details reveal Iranian handlers pushed an IDF service member for escalating missions, including a reported request to assassinate the Air Force chief.

Severe espionage case:

Two IAF service members spied for Iran

Two Air Force technicians were arrested and charged after they allegedly sent information about fighter jet systems and footage from inside a military base to their Iranian handlers.

Serious espionage investigation in IAF

A major and deeply concerning espionage case has come to light, involving a suspected network operating within the IDF on behalf of Iranian intelligence.

'Eternal Darkness'

IDF reveals success of massive airstrikes on Hezbollah

The IDF says over 250 Hezbollah terrorists, including senior commanders, were eliminated in major airstrikes across Lebanon during largest attack on Hezbollah since operation began.

Footage from Lebanon:

Launcher destroyed moments before firing missile at Israel

IDF identifies missile launcher in the area of Jouaiyya in southern Lebanon and eliminates it in rapid closure cycle, thwarting launch before it could be carried out.

Missile-cam footage:

IDF makes quick work of Iranian air defense systems

In precise strikes carried out under the direction of IDF intelligence, more than 130 Iranian terror regime air defense systems were eliminated.

Critical site targeted

Wide IDF airstrike cripples Iran’s missile production network

The IDF carried out a large-scale strike in Iran, targeting missile launch sites and a key facility producing materials used in explosives and ballistic weapons.

IDF strikes the largest petrochemical complex in Iran

The Air Force attacked strategic core infrastructure in the Asaluyeh area used to produce explosives and propellants for ballistic missiles.

Another blow to the IRGC’s military buildup

IDF eliminated Mohammad Reza Ashrafi Kahi, a senior commander in the IRGC’s Oil Headquarters, which enables the continued activity and military buildup of the IRGC.

Footage reveals:

This is how Iran's air defense system was destroyed

Israeli Air Force strikes over 120 IRGC air defense and missile systems in 24 hours, eyeing aerial superiority.

In one day:

IDF strikes over 50 ballistic missile array targets in Iran

Fighter jet strikes launcher after missile launch. Commander of central missile unit in western Iran eliminated.

From air, sea, and land

Fighting in Lebanon continues

IDF eliminated over 40 terrorists and struck dozens of Hezbollah infrastructure sites of the past day.

IDF confirms:

Iranian forces Oil Headquarters commander eliminated

IDF eliminates Jamshid Eshaqi, who led the financial arm of the regime’s forces as well as the military industries responsible for the production of ballistic missiles and the regime’s mechanisms of repression.

Iran launches unusually large barrage at central Israel

Eight to ten missiles launched from Iran at central Israel. Several impact sites reported. IDF launches wave of strikes in Tehran.

Behind the scenes

IAF fighters refuel en route to strike Iran

Air Force tanker aircraft, which have carried out approximately 2,000 aerial refuelings, enable Israel's sustained air superiority in Iran over time.

Tehran:

20 regime weapons manufacturing sites struck in 24 hours

Over the last 24 hours, the IDF completed a wave of strikes targeting 20 weapon manufacturing sites and a research and development site.

Missile-cam:

Dramatic footage shows strikes on defense systems in Tehran

Special footage published by the IDF for the first time shows precise strikes carried out against air defense systems across Tehran.

Over 1,600 kilometers from Israel

IDF strikes Iranian air defense sites near Caspian Sea

IAF struck air defense systems concealed in a forested area near the Caspian Sea in northern Iran.

Tehran:

120 munitions dropped on regime arms industry sites

Dozens of IAF fighter jets target Iran's regime weapons research, development, & production sites in the Iranian capital.

IDF launches strikes on Tehran amid reports of power outages

IDF launches wave of strikes on Iranian regime targets amid reports of widespread power outages in Tehran.

Footage from the cockpit:

US refueling plane and Israeli fighter planes

Special footage from Iran's skies shows US and Israeli planes refuel together midair.

IDF eliminates senior Hezbollah anti-tank commander

Hassan Mohammad Bashir led hundreds of terror attacks against IDF troops and Israeli civilians and commanded several terrorist cells that carried out continuous anti-tank fire toward northern Israel.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terror cell

Command center in Dahieh, gas stations funding Hezbollah, destroyed; Hezbollah terrorists firing at IDF troops eliminated.

After attempts to rebuild:

Iranian military industry suffers major blow

IAF strikes a major plant where the Iranian regime developed and produced explosive materials for a variety of weapons.

'Direct hit, Alpha, well done'

Watch: Loaded rocket launcher destroyed in Iran

IDF publishes footage of a strike on a ballistic missile launcher that was loaded and ready to be used for missile launches toward Israeli territory.

IAF drops over 100 bombs on regime headquarters in Tehran

In widescale wave of strikes, IDF targeted several Iranian regime security organization headquarters and bases, as well as key weapons manufacturing sites.

Old bombs discovered in forgotten bunker now being used on Iran

Thousands of bombs originally intended for Egypt decades ago are now being used by the IDF in strikes on Iranian regime targets.

IDF strikes weapons production sites and headquarters in Tehran

Israeli Air Force struck Iranian military bases, weapons sites, and intelligence headquarters in Tehran as part of efforts to weaken regime capabilities.

Air Force Investigation: Why did the interception fail?

The IAF emphasized that the failure was not due to human error or a technical malfunction. On the same night, two other “Qadr" missiles were successfully intercepted.

IDF reveals:

Jet targeted by Iranian missile, mission completed safely

Iranian surface-to-air missile launched at Israeli aircraft during operations in Iranian airspace, IDF reveals.

Two waves of strikes

IDF destroys key Iranian weapons factories and missile launchers

The IDF intensifies its strikes on Iran’s military infrastructure, targeting factories and missile launch sites.

130 targets hit

IDF strikes Iranian ballistic missiles and UAVs

IDF strikes over 130 Iranian targets, including missiles and UAVs, in order to weaken Iran's defenses and missile capabilities.

The incredible statistics of Operation Roaring Lion

A senior Air Force official reveals the numbers behind the multi-scene campaign: an unprecedented flight rate, the destruction of 85% of Iranian air defense and detection systems.

'One of the most significant strikes'

Watch: IDF destroys Iranian ships on the Caspian Sea

For the first time, the IDF targeted Iranian targets on the Caspian Sea, striking naval vessels and infrastructure.

Watch: IAF destroys Iranian ‘MI-17’ helicopter

In Hamadan strike, IAF destroys Iranian ‘MI-17’ helicopter at Sanandaj Airport.

IDF strikes for the first time in the Caspian Sea

The Israel Air Force targets the Iranian Navy headquarters in the north of the country, 1,300 km from Israel, destroys operational vessels in Bandar Anzali.

Top Iranian officials dead

Dramatic night of eliminations in Iran

IDF confirms Basij Commander Gholamreza Soleimani eliminated. Top Iranian official Ali Larijani also among targets; battle damage assessment ongoing.

Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz:

Combined wave of strikes on missile sites and command centers

Israeli jets struck Iranian command centers and missile sites in Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz, expanding efforts to weaken regime capabilities.

New footage:

Israeli F-35 jets make their way to bomb Iran

The IDF has published new footage of Adir F-35i fighter jets en route to strike Iranian regime targets.

Footage from Iran:

UAV squad attempts to flee - and is picked off

IDF publishes footage in which an aircraft struck a UAV site and subsequently eliminated UAV cell members fleeing from one of the structures.

IDF strike IRGC, Basij targets in western Iran

According to the IDF, the headquarters served the regime’s bodies to manage the ongoing activities and to advance terror attacks against the State of Israel and additional countries across the Middle East.

Report

Israel received additional ammunition shipments for Iran attacks

In recent days, shipments of ammunition have arrived in Israel for the Air Force, in order to continue attacks on targets in Iran, following reports that its missile interceptors are running out.

Iran attempted to down Israeli fighter plane

A few days ago, Iran attempted to down an Israeli fighter plane flying in Iranian airspace, military censor reveals.

IAF strikes Iranian regime’s key infrastructure in airstrikes

Israeli fighter jets launch two waves of airstrikes on Tehran, targeting Iranian regime infrastructure, including military headquarters and missile sites.

Special footage from Tehran:

IDF hits Iranian units deployed to suppress protests

The Israeli Air Force struck Basij forces and roadblocks across Tehran after identifying their deployment, targeting units involved in suppressing protests.

'Be safe out there, strike hard'

American pilot's message to Israeli partner

The IDF released recordings of radio communications between American and Israeli pilots during a joint flight over Iran.

Chief of Staff warns: In Iran, no one is immune

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits Tel Nof Airbase, speaking with personnel. 'You are achieving results that few armies in the world knows how to achieve.'