Operation Rising Lion

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Israeli Air Force fighter jets heading out for strikes in Iran

IDF releases footage of aircraft, pilots, as they take off to strike key Iranian targets in Operation Rising Lion.

IDF spokesman:

Iranian response has begun, 100 UAVs launched towards Israel

Israeli sources warn of an imminent and extended Iranian retaliation, possibly involving hundreds of ballistic missiles in a sustained response, following Israel's preemptive strike on Iranian targets.

IDF confirms:

Senior Iranian commanders eliminated in strike on nuclear sites

IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin confirms elimination of top Iranian military leaders, strikes on nuclear facilities, revealing Iran was advancing a covert nuclear weapons program.

Iranian TV: IRGC Commander eliminated

Iranian news agency Tasnim reports that IRGC Commander Hossein Salami was eliminated in a strike. Iranian Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri also eliminated. Khamenei himself is alive.

Herzog:

'Iran seeks Israel’s destruction - we will defend ourselves'

President Isaac Herzog comments on Operation Rising Lion, calling it a necessary response to Iran’s existential threat and emphasizes Israel’s right to self-defense.

Trump:

'I knew of Israel's Iran strikes in advance'

Trump tells Fox News he was aware of Israel’s strikes in Iran beforehand but emphasizes the US was not militarily involved: "We will defend Israel if necessary."

Operation Rising Lion:

IDF reveals secret Iranian nuclear weapons program

The IDF reveals new intelligence showing Iran is nearing nuclear weapon capability, with secret efforts to develop all weapon components accelerating in recent months.

Khamenei threatens:

'The Zionist regime must expect severe punishment'

Iran’s Supreme Leader vows harsh retaliation after senior IRGC commanders and nuclear scientists killed in an Israeli strike: Israel has doomed itself to a bitter and cruel fate.

Danon to UN:

'Support Israel’s fight against Iran’s nuclear and terror threat'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN urges UN Secretary-General and Security Council to support Israel’s Operation Rising Lion targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile infrastructure.

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Shofar blasts at the Western Wall

Worshippers who were at the Western Wall plaza when news of the Israeli attack on Iran was made public recited Psalms and blew the shofar.

Chief of Staff on Iran operation:

'We are at the point of no return'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir issues statement after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion in Iran: "This is a critical operation to prevent an existential threat, by an enemy who is intent on destroying us."

Ben Gurion Airport evacuated, Israeli airspace closed

Following the launch of Operation Rising Lion against Iran’s nuclear program, Israel announces the closure of its airspace and the evacuation of Ben Gurion Airport.

Head of Home Front Command:

'We are strong and prepared to defend the State of Israel'

Commander of the Home Front Command in statement after launch of Operation Rising Lion: We anticipate widespread alerts. It is crucial to that you take shelter in the best way possible. Avoid unnecessary movement outside and refrain from driving on the road.

Special state of emergency

Israel launches preemptive strike on Iran

Channels in Iran associated with the Revolutionary Guards report explosions in Tehran. Defense Minister Israel Katz immediately declares a special state of emergency throughout the entire territory of the State of Israel. Israeli airspace shut down.

MDA on high alert amid operation in Iran

Magen David Adom (MDA) is on its highest alert amid Operation Rising Lion, with EMTs and paramedics deployed nationwide.

Rubio:

'US not involved in Israeli strike on Iran'

US Secretary of State in statement after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion: Let me be clear - Iran should not target US interests or personnel.

Netanyahu:

'This operation will continue for as many days as it takes'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues statement following the launch of "Operation Rising Lion" in Iran.