Iran

Chief of Staff:

'Iran's missile, UAV attack will be met with response'

IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi visits Netavim airbase days after the base was damaged in Iran's attack over the weekend.

Report:

Rafah op. delayed from this week after Iranian attack

CNN reports Israel was to begin dropping warning leaflets on Rafah today, held off due to focus shifting to Iran retaliation.

Report:

US officials believe Israel could retaliate against Iran today

Wall Street Journal reports US, Western officials believe Israel's retaliation for Iran's massive missile and drone attack is imminent, even as US attempts to prevent an Israeli retaliation.

Iranian soccer star supports Israel:

'We are Iran, not the Islamic Republic'

Ali Karimi, one of the greatest Iranian soccer players of all times, spoke openly against the attack on Israel and surprisingly won extensive support.

Iranian Jewish MP congratulates attack against Israel

Homayoun Sameh claimed the attack was successful, stating that Iran's goal was not to hit with all of the missiles, but to cause confusion and hit specific targets.

Under cover of the war

Iran’s attempt at destabilizing Jordan

Further deterioration in relations between Iran and Jordan – after the latter officially announced that it helped intercept the attack against Israel.

For condemning attack:

Iran summons ambassadors of Britain, France, and Germany

Director for Western Europe at Iran’s foreign ministry accuses the three countries of "double standards" after they condemned Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel.

John Bolton:

'Biden is an embarrassment to the United States'

Former US National Security Adviser blasts Biden for encouraging Israel not to respond to Iran’s attacks: If Iran doesn’t feel the pain, it’s only got to get worse for Israel.

US army:

'We destroyed more than 80 drones during Iranian attack'

CENTCOM says US forces destroyed more than 80 Iranian drones and at least six ballistic missiles intended to strike Israel from Iran and Yemen.

Ben Gvir responds

Khamenei posts in Hebrew

Iran’s Supreme Leader mocked after posting in Hebrew to social media site X and including footage of interceptions of Iranian missiles over Temple Mount.

Report:

G7 agree to pressure Israel not to respond to Iranian attack

G7 leaders agreed to use all possible channels of influence to pressure Israel not to respond to the Iranian attack

President Herzog to Sky News:

'We are not war seekers; we are considering all options'

President Herzog, speaking to Sky News: 'I am quite confident we will take the necessary steps to protect and defend our people.'

Israeli MFA:

Iran must pay a price for its aggression'

Israel’s Foreign Ministry responds to Iranian attack saying that, 'This attack proves once again what Israel has been saying for years: Iran is the one behind the terrorist attacks in the region, and is also the greatest threat to regional stability and world order.'

Minister Gantz:

'Israel is against Iran, the world is against Iran'

National Unity Party Chairman Minister Benny Gantz called for Israel to strengthen its regional alliances and declared that Israel will strike back 'in the manner and at the time that is right for us.'

Report:

US told Israel 'take the win' rather than retaliate against Iran

Senior administration official says Biden told Netanyahu the US would not participate in any offensive action against Iran following last night's attack.

Iran attacks:

Iranian FM threatens more attacks if Israel responds

Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian claims assault on Israel using 300 UAVs and missiles was 'responsible,' 'legitimate self-defense.'

Russia claims Iranian attack was justified self-defense

Russian foreign ministry defends massive attack by its ally Iran on Israel, calls on 'all sides' to show restraint in attack's aftermath.

Iranian Attack:

5 billion shekels in a single night

The former economic advisor to the Chief of Staff, Col. (Res.) Ram Aminach, argues that the defense budget should be increased due to the intensification of the Iranian threats.

Ministers call for offensive action against Iran

Likud, Otzma Yehudit ministers praise quality of Israel's defensives during Iranian attack on Israel overnight, call for Israel to take offensive after barrage.

Iran threatens the entire free world

Iran's missile and drone attack on Israel was unprecedented, Iran also supplies arms to its proxies, is developing nuclear power and carries out assassinations worldwide. Concerted action is needed. Op-ed.

Netanyahu:

'We intercepted. We blocked. Together we will win'

Prime Minister posts short message to social media vowing victory after Iran launches hundreds of projectiles at Israel.

IDF Spokesman:

99% of Iranian missiles, drones intercepted

IDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says nearly all of the 300 projectiles launched at Israel overnight were intercepted upon meeting "aerial and technological superiority of the IDF."

Sen. Cruz after Iranian attack:

'I stand with Israel to do whatever it takes to defend itself'

US Senator Ted Cruz condemns Iranian attack on Israel: These attacks are enabled and financed by deliberate policy choices made by Joe Biden and Biden officials.

Biden:

'I condemn the Iranian attacks in the strongest possible terms'

US President issues statement after speaking to Netanyahu: Israel demonstrated a remarkable capacity to defend against and defeat even unprecedented attacks.

Footage from IAF HQ

Majority of missiles intercepted outside of Israel's borders

The IDF Aerial Defense Array successfully intercepted the majority of the launches using the "Arrow" Aerial Defense System, together with Israel's strategic allies, before the launches crossed into Israeli territory.

Argentina's President:

'We firmly support Israel in defending itself'

Argentina's President Javier Milei expresses support for Israel following the Iranian attack on the Jewish state.

Austin to Gallant:

'Notify us in advance of response to Iranian attack'

Meanwhile, US officials tell NBC News that there is concern in Washington that Israel could do something quickly in response to Iran’s attacks without thinking through potential fallout afterward.

Erdan demands:

'Convene UN Security Council, condemn Iran'

UN Security Council agrees to Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan’s request and will convene on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. New York time.

'The Jerusalem Faction' announces: Studies as usual

The haredi Jerusalem Faction announced this evening that they would hold studies as usual despite the IDF ban on educational activities.

MK Danon:

Our resolve remains unshaken, we'll respond with determination

'We are prepared to meet this threat from the fanatical Ayatollahs of Iran head-on,' MK Danny Danon stresses.

IDF Spokesperson:

IDF and its partners will defend the State of Israel

'We are closely monitoring Iranian killer drones that are en-route to Israel; together with our partners, the IDF is operating at full-force to defend the State of Israel and the people of Israel,' IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari says.

Iran national team goalkeeper attacked by the police

Iran national team's goalkeeper, Hossein Hosseini, was attacked by police officers after a league match in the Iranian league, following his defense of a fan who ran onto the pitch without a hijab.

PM Netanyahu: We're prepared for every scenario

'Our defensive systems are deployed; we are ready for any scenario, both defensively and offensively,' PM Netanyahu says.

White House:

Biden returning from out of town due to Mideast tensions

US Pres. Biden was scheduled to spend the weekend at his residence in Delaware, but was called back to the White House on short notice.

IDF spokesman warns Iran against escalating tensions

'IDF is prepared for all scenarios and will take the necessary steps — together with our allies — to protect the people of Israel,' IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari says.

Defense Min.: 'Israel closely monitoring planned attack by Iran'

'Iran is a terror state - we have strengthened our defensive and offensive array,' Defense Min. Gallant says.

Due to regional tensions

Austrian Airlines suspends flight to Tehran

Austrian Airlines suspends all flights from Vienna to Tehran until April 18 amid concerns over an Iranian attack on Israel.

Amid Iranian threats:

Countries issue travel warnings to Israel

France, India, Russia, Poland and the United Kingdom warn citizens against travelling to Israel and, in some cases, the wider region.

Biden to Iran:

'My message is don't attack Israel'

US President tells reporters that the US is devoted to the defense of Israel and Iran will not succeed in attacking it.

IDF Spokesperson:

'The coming days require us to be alert and prepared'

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari holds press briefing amid threats of Iranian attack: Our defenses are prepared and know how to face each threat individually.

Threat of Iranian attack

US moving 'additional assets' to the Middle East

White House says there remains a “real,” “credible” and “viable” threat of Iran launching strikes.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'The IDF is strongly prepared against any threat'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi completes situational assessment on the readiness of the IDF for all scenarios amid preparations for a possible Iranian attack.

US officials:

Iranian attack may include 100 drones and dozens of missiles

Officials said it would be challenging for the Israelis to defend against an attack of such a magnitude.

Argentina Court:

'Terror state' Iran behind AMIA bombing

Court in Argentina rules Iran behind 1992 attack on Israeli embassy, 1994 attack on Jewish center that left over 100 people dead, calls latter attack a crime against humanity.

Report:

'Israel expecting Iranian attack within 24-48 hours'

Wall Street Journal reports that Israel is preparing for a direct attack from Iran on southern or northern Israel as soon as the next 24 to 48 hours.

Blinken to counterparts:

'Dissuade Iran from attacking Israel'

US Secretary of State speaks to his Chinese, Turkish, Saudi and European counterparts on Iranian plans to retaliate for attack on its consulate in Damascus.

US official:

'Iran attack on Israel won’t be big enough to draw US into war'

US official says the United States expects an attack by Iran against Israel but one that would not be big enough to draw Washington into war.

Austin to Gallant:

'Israel can count on full US support to defend itself'

Pentagon Press Secretary says Secretary of Defense Austin reiterated to Defense Minister Gallant “ironclad US support for Israel's defense in the face of growing threats from Iran and its regional proxies.”

Amid Iranian threats:

US government limits employees' travels within Israel

US Embassy in Israel issues updated alert, instructs US government employees and their families not to travel outside the greater Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Be’er Sheva areas until further notice.

Iran to US:

'Our response to Israel will be non-escalatory'

Iranian sources tell Reuters that Iran has signalled to Washington that it will respond to the attack attributed to Israel on its Syrian embassy in a way that aims to avoid major escalation.

Gallant to Austin:

'Direct Iranian attack will require appropriate Israeli response'

The Minister and Secretary discussed readiness for an Iranian attack against the State of Israel, which could lead to regional escalation.

President Macron:

'We warned Iran not to attack Israel'

Knesset Speaker Ohana told President Macron: 'There is no scenario in which Israel will not deal with the Hamas brigades in Rafah, the proposals to unilaterally recognize a Palestinian state are a victory for terror.'

IDF Spokesman on Iran:

'We will know to act where needed'

DF Spokesman Hagari said that 'a strike from Iranian territory would be clear proof of Iran's intentions to escalate the Middle East and to stop hiding behind its proxies.'

British PM:

'We fully support Israel’s right to defend itself against Iran'

PM Sunak called Iran's threats against Israel 'unacceptable' and noted that 'we are taking action ourselves to make sure we can protect the UK against threats from Iran.'

US to Arab countries:

'Tell Iran to de-escalate tensions with Israel'

US Middle East envoy, Brett McGurk, reportedly asks foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and Iraq to deliver a message to Iran urging it to lower tensions with Israel.

Blinken to Gallant:

'The US will stand with Israel against any threats by Iran'

US Secretary of State speaks with Defense Minister amid speculations Iran is planning an imminent attack.

Due to Middle East situation

Lufthansa suspends flights to and from Tehran

German airline says that after careful evaluation it decided to suspend flights to and from Tehran until probably Thursday.

Iran's Global Posture and the International Imperative.

The international posture towards Iran, thus far characterized by reactive measures, requires a strategic recalibration. Opinion.

Amid Iranian threats:

Senior US general to visit Israel

Axios reports that CENTCOM commander Gen. Erik Kurilla will visit Israel on Thursday to coordinate around a possible attack on Israel by Iran and its proxies.

Report:

US expects major Iranian attack on Israel in coming days

US officials reportedly expect Iran or its proxies to launch a major missile or drone attack against Israel very soon in retaliation for killing of IRGC official in Damascus.