Operation Rising Lion

Minister of Defense:

Operation Rising Lion was just the preview

'Take heed—Operation Rising Lion was only a preview of a new Israeli doctrine. After October 7th, your immunity is over,' says Minister of Defense to the defanged snakehead in Tehran.

Prepping for Rising Lion:

IDF releases footage of Air Force chief briefing commanders

IDF releases footage of Air Force chief briefing commanders ahead of Operation Rising Lion, 'What will bring about our victory? It’s only one thing—superiority, superiority, and once again, superiority.'

Intelligence head tells his soldiers to exhibit humility

Maj. Gen. Shlomi Binder acknowledged that despite the security achievements, Military Intelligence must exhibit “genuine humility” in light of the complexity Israel is facing.

Ongoing panic in Iran:

Iran restores mobile internet after two-week blackout

Iran restores mobile internet late Tuesday night, ending a nearly two-week shutdown that followed intense clashes. Limited wired networks had resumed earlier, but most citizens remained offline until now.

Ongoing panic in Iran:

Tehran cracks down on suspected Israeli spy links, executes six

Iran claims to have uncovered espionage networks linked to Israel, arresting over 700 and executing six. Iranian citizens report an atmosphere of fear and reprisals.

IDF spokesman: Iran's nuclear program significantly set back

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin recaps Operation Rising Lion, says Iran no longer has ability to create a nuclear bomb 'at this time,' and stressing war against Israel's enemies 'not yet complete.' 'Today's actions are for tomorrow's future.' Watch.

Wave of arrests among Iranian Jews - despite loyalty to regime

Reports from Iran indicate a severe wave of persecution against Jews in Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan, amid suspicions of ties with Israel.

Israel reveals:

The dramatic information that led to Operation Rising Lion

The IDF publishes a summary of Operation Rising Lion, which dealt a decisive blow to Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, eliminated senior defense officials, and secured air dominance over Tehran.

DM Katz:

Iran's nuclear ambitions 'unequivocally' eliminated

Defense Minister Israel Katz confirms Iran's nuclear threat is "unequivocally" eliminated, with over 50% of launchers thwarted and decades of capabilities destroyed. He states Iran "won't dare try again".

IDF Chief of Staff:

'A defining moment for Israel, the Jewish people, and the world'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir summarizes "Operation Rising Lion", states the IDF successfully struck Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, eliminated key figures, and defended Israel from an existential threat. Zamir salutes the troops for their "daring and successful" operation.

Khamenei threatens Israel after boasting war 'victory'

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, renewed threats against Israel, warning of a "heavy cost" for any attacks. This follows his claims of Iran's "victory" over the "fake Zionist regime".

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirms "serious" damage to the country's nuclear sites following a 12-day conflict with Israel. Araghchi also firmly denies any speculation about resuming nuclear negotiations with the United States.

Netanyahu at ZAKA HQ:

It is not easy for you because looking at death is not simple

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the ZAKA headquarters in Jerusalem and met with senior ZAKA officers, commanders, and volunteers.

Netanyahu to firefighters:

We rained down fire there, and you put out the fire here

PM hails firefighters' heroism during Operation Rising Lion, praises their role in protecting Israelis amid national emergency.

Report:

Netanyahu hopes to celebrate Iran op. success at White House

Israeli PM hopes to meet President Trump at the White House so the 2 leaders can celebrate the success of the recent operations in Iran together, Axios reports

Netanyahu:

Door open for peace

PM says Israel’s success against Iran paves way for broadening regional peace, urges swift action alongside efforts to defeat Hamas and free hostages.

'Thank God We Returned Safely:'

The letter of the pilot who entered Iran first

The first pilot to enter Iranian territory reveals the message he wrote to his family at the end of the operation: "I promised myself that instead of a farewell letter, I would send you a note and song."

New details on the US strike on Iran's nuclear sites

Gen. Caine reveals record-breaking missile defense operation at Al-Udeid; Hegseth slams media for downplaying success.

US Amb.: Soroka Hospital is a 'miracle,' not a military target

Visiting Soroka Medical Center after Iranian missile strike, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee praises facility as an 'amazing miracle' still treating thousands, emphasizes its vital role serving all people of the region.

Commander of Hatzerim Base:

'We saw the fires in Iran's nuclear bases with our own eyes'

The commander of Hatzerim Base described the tense moments in the cockpit during raids in Iran and the sense of relief on the way back to Israel.

Boasting of 'victory':

Khamenei claims US joined war out of fear

After a week of silence, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei declares 'victory' over Israel, says US intervened only to prevent Israel’s destruction and 'gained nothing' from the war.

Following strike on Iran:

Mossad offers Iranians free telemedicine services

Following Operation Rising Lion, Mossad’s Persian-language spokesperson extends offer of free remote medical care to Iranian citizens,. 'The regime cares for its elite, not its people. We are here for you.'

Nobel laureate backs prize for Trump, Netanyahu after Iran strike

Prof. Israel Aumann supports awarding Nobel Peace Prize to Trump and Netanyahu, calling their strike on Iran’s nuclear program a move that 'prevented war and brought peace.'

Footage reveals:

Intercepted missile discovered in Kinneret

Nature and Parks Authority tour reveals intercepted Iranian missile floating on the water at a Kinneret nature reseve, police sappers arrive to manage incident.

Amb. Leiter to Iranian exiles:

We hope regime will change, it's not a military goal

At town hall with Iranian exiles, Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter defends Israel’s decision not to topple the Tehran regime, says democracy must reflect the will of the people. 'We’ve set the stage, now it’s up to them to bring change.'

Special footage:

IAF F-15I jets en route to Tehran strikes

The Israel Air Force releases footage from Operation Rising Lion, showing Israeli F-15I jets on their way to strikes in Tehran, over 1,500 km from Israel.

Elkin to Arutz Sheva:

'After completing Iran mission, Air Force returns to Gaza'

Minister Ze'ev Elkin tells Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that the successful military operation in Iran will significantly impact Hamas in Gaza and its willingness to reach a hostage deal.

After the operation in Iran

Poll: Likud gains 4 seats

Following the end of the war with Iran, the Likud party sees a significant boost, rising to 31 seats. The coalition now reaches 56 seats.

President Herzog:

Operation Rising Lion 'a golden chapter in the story of Israel'

President visits IDF cyber command, praises digital innovation and battlefield success during key operation.

Chief of Staff:

IDF commando forces operated in Iran

Lieutenant General Zamir states that Iran's nuclear weapons program was set back years and its ballistic missile program suffered a severe blow.

IDF presents:

How to shoot down hundreds of Iranian attack drones

IAF publishes footage from the cooperation between Attack helicopter squadrons and personnel from the Aerial Control and Flight Surveillance Array to defend Israel from Iran's UAVs.

Mossad Chief:

'Iranian threat to our security significantly thwarted'

Mossad chief praises agents for aiding in strikes on Iran’s nuclear program, credits CIA cooperation and vows continued vigilance.

Report:

Iranian leaders misinformed on scale of nuclear site destruction

Intercepts suggest Tehran unaware of full impact; Israel calls strike results 'very significant.'

Netanyahu:

We have a great victory against an enemy who came to destroy us

Netanyahu: 'We have a great victory… By this victory we have removed two immediate existential threats in order to ensure the eternity of Israel.'

Trump:

'Israel had 52 planes in the air after Iranian missile attack'

US President says at NATO summit that he does not believe Iran was able to move material to a safer location prior to the American airstrikes on its nuclear facilities.

White House:

Facilities obliterated, suggestions otherwise are fake news

"The world is far safer after President Trump’s highly successful, decisive precision strikes against the Iranian regime’s key nuclear facilities", the White House states in an official statement.

Iran: Nuclear facilities 'badly damaged' in US strikes

Spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry admits nuclear sites 'badly damaged' following US strikes; other sources say damage may be limited.

Just one day into ceasefire

False alarm causes panic in Israel

Just one day after a ceasefire between Israel and Iran began, some Israelis received emergency alerts on their phones warning of a missile launch.

Report:

Iran arrests hundreds suspected of ties to Israel

The news agency Mizan affiliated with Iran's judicial system reported that three individuals were executed after being convicted of collaborating with the Mossad.

IDF spokesperson:

Iran operation will be praised for years to come

Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin confirms IDF met all objectives in the Iran strike, setting back Tehran’s nuclear program by years; says IDF investigating deaths of seven soldiers in Khan Yunis.

IDF reveals:

The Iranian mechanism for transferring funds to Hezbollah

IDF eliminates Haytham Bakri, head of the "Al-Sadiq" Currency Exchange, who funneled Iranian Quds Force funds to Hezbollah, dealing major blow to the terror group's financial network.

Watch:

Officers rescue residents & pets after missile strike in Tel Aviv

Following Iranian missile strike in Tel Aviv, police special forces swiftly evacuated residents and rescued animals from damaged buildings,

Israel Dog Unit joins search operations in Be'er Sheva

The Israel Dog Unit (IDU), a nonprofit specializing in working dogs, joined the rescue efforts in the aftermath of the last Iranian missile strike in Be'er Sheva before the ceasefire, in which several Israelis were killed.

Quds Force commander surfaces, dispelling elimination rumors

Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani seen alive in video from Tehran, dispelling rumors that he was eliminated by Israel during Operation Rising Lion.

Qatar renews talks to advance ceasefire in Gaza

Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud Abbas welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, calling for a similar agreement in the Gaza Strip.

MK Moshe Solomon:

'Iran lacks nuclear capability'

Behind the scenes of the surprising agreement between Israel and Iran: What was Iran planning, how was its nuclear race halted, and what is the connection to the ousting of Ayman Odeh?

Netanyahu:

'We achieved a historic victory that will last for generations'

PM delivers statement on the end of Operation Rising Lion. 'We have brought down the Iranian nuclear project.'

Defense Minister:

'Iran planned a surprise attack, we preempted them'

Minister Israel Katz says 'the Iranians planned to strike first and launch between 400 to 500 missiles in the opening strike,' tells Pete Hegseth Israel will respect the ceasefire if Iran does.

Former Navy Chief:

'We overestimated not only Iran, but also Hezbollah'

'This war, in an evolutionary way, gave us increasing courage as we progressed, and in the end, we had enough courage to strike in Iran,' says former Navy Chief Maj. Gen. (res.) Eliezer (Chayni) Marom.

Chief of Staff:

'Campaign against Iran not over, focus shifting back to Gaza'

Chief of the General Staff LTG Eyal Zamir conducted a situational assessment following the start of the ceasefire. 'We are entering a new phase based on the achievements of the current one.'

Police:

Iranian missile strike leaves homes in rubble, civilians targeted

'While Israel does not target civilians, the Iranian regime continues to expose its true intent,' Dean Elsdunne Israel Police International spokesperson explains.

Cleared for publication:

Corporal Eitan Zacks killed in Iranian missile strike

Corporal Eitan Zacks, aged 18, from Be'er Sheva, a soldier in combat training in the Multidimensional Unit (888), was killed together with 3 other people in an Iranian missile strike on a residential building in Be'er Sheva.

'Checking every floor and every room, rescue efforts ongoing'

Captain Res Adam Ittah, Spokesman of the Southern District, Home Front Command, says this was a different type of threat and ammunition and the team is fully committed to doing whatever it takes to save lives.

Iran is the new Gaza

As a ceasefire begins with deadly missile barrages and is broken within hours, Israelis can’t help but to be reminded of the rounds of fighting in Gaza. Opinion.

Smotrich to Arutz Sheva:

There's no military in the world like ours, we hit Iran hard

Smotrich recounts cabinet’s unanimous resolve to strike Iran, praises IDF precision and Trump administration's backing; says campaign marks end of era shaped by Iranian threat and Oslo doctrine.

'I'm not happy with Israel'

Trump lashes out, warns Israel not to respond to violation

US President Trump claimed that Israel was on its way to strike Iran after 'it felt' the ceasefire was violated by 'one rocket that didn't land anywhere.'

'Papa, I'm OK':

Last words of Ukrainian girl killed by Iranian missile

Ukrainian paratrooper Artem Buryk is reeling after an Iranian missile strike killed his wife, daughter, and three other relatives in Bat Yam, Israel, but says that 'If I stop now, I don't know if I can ever start again.'

Watch:

Home Front Command and ZAKA search Be'er Sheva impact site

Soldiers from the IDF Home Front Command and members of the ZAKA organization continue to search the devastation where a missile struck an apartment building.

3.5 hours into ceasefire

Iran launches missiles at northern Israel

Iran launched a ballistic missile at Israel, violating the ceasefire between the two countries just hours after it began.

IDF Spokesman:

'We are ready to respond to any violation of the ceasefire'

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin announced the IDF's accomplishments before the ceasefire took effect and warned that Israel was ready to respond to Iranian violations.