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News and updates about Operation Rising Lion

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Initial investigation:

Four victims were in a safe room that sustained a direct hit

Military probe reveals Iran fired 20 ballistic missiles in two hours; deadly strike on Be'er Sheva penetrated protected spaces, killing four sheltering residents.

Four victims were in a safe room that sustained a direct hit

Incessant missile barrages

Four dead in direct hit on building in Be'er Sheva

Hours before ceasefire set to begin, Iran launches six missile barrages at Israel. A missile hits a 7-story building in Be'er Sheva, leaving four dead.

Four dead in direct hit on building in Be'er Sheva

Watch:

The moment a missile hit a residential building in Be'er Sheva

A Be'er Sheva resident filmed the moment an Iranian missile struck an apartment building, killing five and wounding at least ten.

The moment a missile hit a residential building in Be'er Sheva

Netanyahu:

'We agreed to ceasefire but will respond to violations'

The Prime Minister updated that all objectives of Operation Rising Lion have been achieved, and the ceasefire with Iran announced by President Trump came into effect this morning.

'We agreed to ceasefire but will respond to violations'

Liberman:

Ceasefire with Iran will lead to renewed war in two years

Yisrael Beytenu chairman says Israel’s military gains are being undermined by a rushed diplomatic process, warns Tehran has no intention of abandoning its nuclear or terror agenda.

Ceasefire with Iran will lead to renewed war in two years

Israel-Iran ceasefire announced by Trump takes effect

President Trump spoke with the Emir of Qatar brokered the ceasefire between Israel and Iran after the attack on the US base in Qatar.

Israel-Iran ceasefire announced by Trump takes effect

Ahead of ceasefire:

IAF strikes Iranian missile launchers ready to fire at Israel

The IAF struck and destroyed missile launchers in western Iran that were ready to be fired at Israeli territory as part of the barrage of missiles launched toward Israel.

IAF strikes Iranian missile launchers ready to fire at Israel

Footage from impact site

Rescue workers remove injured from rubble in Be'er Sheva

MDA and fire crews operating at the impact site in Be'er Sheva successfully rescued several living civilians from the ruins.

Rescue workers remove injured from rubble in Be'er Sheva

US envoy engages Iran despite strikes, Khamenei remains elusive

CNN reports that US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is engaging Iranian officials for a diplomatic resolution post-nuclear facility strikes, but efforts are hindered by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's hidden status.

US envoy engages Iran despite strikes, Khamenei remains elusive

MK Edelstein:

The Knesset move that nearly prevented the operation in Iran

The Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee claims Israel's strike on Iran might not have occurred if the proposal to dissolve the Knesset had passed last week.

The Knesset move that nearly prevented the operation in Iran

House Speaker praises Trump:

'This is what peace through strength looks like'

House Speaker Mike Johnson praises reported ceasefire between Israel and Iran: It’s a really remarkable achievement. President Trump deserves all the credit.

'This is what peace through strength looks like'

Macron:

'Israel's strike on Evin Prison unrelated to nuclear goals'

French President Macron criticizes Israel's strike on Evin Prison as unconnected to nuclear goals and endangering civilians. He urges de-escalation, deems US strikes illegal, but backs nuclear non-proliferation via diplomacy.

'Israel's strike on Evin Prison unrelated to nuclear goals'

Dramatic announcement

Trump: Israel and Iran have agreed on a ceasefire

US President Donald Trump announces that Israel and Iran have agreed to a 12-hour ceasefire, starting at 7:00 a.m. Israel time. Israel yet to confirm the ceasefire, while an Iranian source tells Reuters Iran agreed to a ceasefire brokered by Qatar.

Trump: Israel and Iran have agreed on a ceasefire

Huckabee welcomes ceasefire:

'12 days felt like 12 months'

US Ambassador to Israel welcomes Trump’s announcement that Israel and Iran had agreed to a ceasefire: Trump didn’t just ‘pray for the peace of Jerusalem’, he delivered it!

'12 days felt like 12 months'

Trump to NBC News:

'The ceasefire between Israel and Iran will last forever'

US President speaks to NBC News after announcing that Israel and Iran had agreed to a ceasefire: I’m very happy to have been able to get the job done.

'The ceasefire between Israel and Iran will last forever'

'Closer than your neck vein'

Israel's campaign against Iranian regime's inner circle

The Washington Post reports that, following military strikes, Israel launched a covert campaign to destabilize Tehran's regime. Operatives directly called senior Iranian officials, warning them to abandon Ayatollah Ali Khamenei or face death.

Israel's campaign against Iranian regime's inner circle

Thief takes car as owner hides from missile attack

36-year-old woman arrested after fleeing police in stolen vehicle taken during missile alert near Hashiva Interchange.

Thief takes car as owner hides from missile attack

IDF Reveals Footage:

The destruction at the Revolutionary Guards Headquarters

The IDF has released footage from the headquarters and assets of the Iranian regime that were attacked in Tehran.

The destruction at the Revolutionary Guards Headquarters

Qatar condemns Iranian attack on US base, vows response

Foreign Ministry says Iran’s missile strike is a 'brazen aggression' and warns of regional instability as all projectiles are intercepted without casualties.

Qatar condemns Iranian attack on US base, vows response

Iran launches attack on US base in Qatar

Iran launched at least ten missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq in retaliation to strike on its nuclear sites. Qatar was notified about the attack ahead of time.

Iran launches attack on US base in Qatar

Netanyahu:

'Goal is total victory - no less'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visited the Air Force's "Arrow" unit, accompanied by the Chief of Staff and senior commanders.

'Goal is total victory - no less'

Symbol of regime oppression

What is the Evin Prison?

IDF strikes Tehran’s Evin Prison, long a symbol of Iran’s brutal repression, in bid to disrupt regime control and aid detainees.

What is the Evin Prison?

Emergency appeal:

Hundreds of Families Still Homeless After Iran Strikes

It has now been several days since Iran launched its missile barrage on Israel, and the humanitarian crisis it triggered is only deepening

Hundreds of Families Still Homeless After Iran Strikes

IDF to Tehran residents:

Strikes will continue; avoid military targets in the city

The IDF issued a warning to residents in Tehran that it will continue striking Iranian military targets in and around the city.

Strikes will continue; avoid military targets in the city

Rabbi Micha Halevy:

The US joins the war

Rabbi Micha Halevy, Chief Rabbi of Petach Tikva and head of the Ateret Nehemiah Yeshiva, was asked why, if we have faith in G-d, we turned to the United States to help in our war effort against the Iranian enemy. Here is his answer:

The US joins the war

Petah Tikva missile strike

Holocaust survivor Yvette Shmilovitz named fourth victim

Yvette Shmilovitz, a 95-year-old Holocaust survivor from Petah Tikva, was identified as the fourth victim murdered when an Iranian missile struck a residential building in the city last week.

Holocaust survivor Yvette Shmilovitz named fourth victim

Dozens of Iranian UAVs neutralized with electronic warfare

Since the beginning of Operation “Rising Lion,” soldiers from the Spectrum Warfare 5114th Battalion in the J6 and Cyber Defense Directorate played a significant role in defending the State of Israel against UAVs launched from Iran.

Dozens of Iranian UAVs neutralized with electronic warfare

Report:

Search for Khamenei successor picks up amid assassination fears

A committee of three senior clerics who are supposed to announce Khamenei's successor "has accelerated its work in recent days, fearing an imminent assassination attempt on his life," Reuters reports.

Search for Khamenei successor picks up amid assassination fears

Survey:

Nearly 70% of American Jews support Operation Rising Lion

While a majority of participants in JPPI’s Voice of the Jewish People panel believe Israel's decision to attack Iran was correct, the majority said the US should not actively participate in those strikes.

Nearly 70% of American Jews support Operation Rising Lion

Israel eyes end to war with Iran, strikes on Tehran intensify

Israeli officials hope to conclude the conflict soon, leveraging US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, sources tell WSJ.

Israel eyes end to war with Iran, strikes on Tehran intensify

Ben Shapiro & Amit Segal:

Trump-Netanyahu partnership one of strongest in regional history

Political analyst Amit Segal tells Ben Shapiro the US has, for the first time, adopted Israel’s Begin Doctrine by striking Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, reshaping the regional balance and aligning closely with Israel’s strategic posture.

Trump-Netanyahu partnership one of strongest in regional history

IDF spokesman: Despite reduction, Iranian attacks still not over

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin reports ongoing Israeli airstrikes targeting IRGC sites in Tehran, emphasizing IAF’s efforts to dismantle Iran’s missile capabilities and highlighting concurrent IDF operations against Hamas in Gaza.

IDF spokesman: Despite reduction, Iranian attacks still not over

IDF targets key IRGC command centers in Tehran

In latest wave of strikes, IDF hits major Iranian military and intelligence command centers, including two central to Tehran’s internal security and regime control.

IDF targets key IRGC command centers in Tehran

IDF strikes IRGC and internal security command centers in Tehran

Israeli Air Force jets target key IRGC and Internal Security Forces assets in Tehran, aiming to degrade regime's military control and internal suppression capabilities.

IDF strikes IRGC and internal security command centers in Tehran

Unprecedented strikes against Iranian regime targets

Defense Minister confirms IDF targeting regime centers in Tehran following Iran’s missile attacks, including Evin Prison, notoriously associated with incarceration of political and anti-regime prisoners.

Unprecedented strikes against Iranian regime targets

Minister Karhi:

Trump is 'Our Generation's Cyrus' - we are experiencing miracles

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi hails Trump as "greater than Cyrus," revealing how the US President directly aided Israel's strike on Iran—and why this marks a turning point in Jewish destiny.

Trump is 'Our Generation's Cyrus' - we are experiencing miracles

Iran restores partial internet access after days of blackout

Iran has partially restored some networks—primarily wired ones. If you're an Iranian with a smartphone, it might be time to take a break from the internet.

Iran restores partial internet access after days of blackout

Miracle:

Missile falls meters from moving vehicle

Rocket falls meters from moving vehicle, as driver speaks on the phone attempting to discern if a siren sounded in the area. Watch.

Missile falls meters from moving vehicle

Dozens of schools closed for violating Home Front Command rules

Education Ministry issues closure orders, stops funding, for dozens of educational institutions which failed to comply with Home Front Command guidelines. Education Minister Yoav Kisch: 'Children's safety is top priority.'

Dozens of schools closed for violating Home Front Command rules

Missiles land in 5 sites

Half hour of sirens: 10 missiles in 4 barrages

Rocket sirens were activated due to missile launches from Iran. Impacts were recorded in Ashdod, Yavne, Tel Arad, and in the north, with no injuries reported.

Half hour of sirens: 10 missiles in 4 barrages

IDF admits:

Ballistic missile, not interceptor, struck Haifa

Joint investigation by IDF's Home Front Command, IAF, reveals localized failure in detection process, resulting in missile falling in Haifa without an alert. 'No issues with alert system, lessons will be learned.'

Ballistic missile, not interceptor, struck Haifa

Overnight:

IDF strikes six airports in Iran

IDF continues efforts to establish air superiority over Iranian skies, striking six Iranian military airfields across western, eastern, and central Iran.

IDF strikes six airports in Iran

Amid Iran conflict:

IDF requests extension for response on Draft Law petition

IDF set to request extension for response to Supreme Court petition regarding Draft Law, citing the ongoing conflict with Iran; emphasizes 50,000 draft orders will be sent to haredim as scheduled.

IDF requests extension for response on Draft Law petition

Political Antisemitism exposed by Operation Rising Lion

There are two possible reasons for the persistence of shrill, reflexive denunciations of Israel by progressive politicians: naiveté or malice. Opinion.

Political Antisemitism exposed by Operation Rising Lion

Iran's neighbors fear retaliation

Following the US strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, nations across the Middle East and beyond voice alarm over potential retaliation and escalating tensions. Global leaders call to renew diplomatic efforts.

Iran's neighbors fear retaliation

Operation 'Safe Return':

Outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport to resume Monday

The Israel Airports Authority announces the expansion of Operation "Safe Return" starting Monday, including a gradual resumption of outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport.

Outbound flights from Ben Gurion Airport to resume Monday

Sirens in central Israel

One missile from Iran intercepted

IDF identifies missile launch from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. The missile was intercepted, no reports about injuries received.

One missile from Iran intercepted

Lapid proposes: Establish a 'Home Front Cabinet'

Opposition leader Yair Lapid calls for a "Home Front Cabinet" to address missile victims, business aid, and compensation. "The opposition would be happy to appoint a representative on its behalf."

Lapid proposes: Establish a 'Home Front Cabinet'

Netanyahu:

'We are close to both goals in Iran'

Prime Minister Netanyahu convened a press conference this evening, praising President Trump for attacking Iran and promising that Israel was nearing its objectives in the war.

'We are close to both goals in Iran'

Fmr. Mossad Chief:

Work for regime change, Khamenei's assassination not ruled out

Ex-Mossad chief says U.S. strikes dealt major blow to Iran's nuclear ambitions, urges Israeli leadership to pursue regime change in Tehran.

Work for regime change, Khamenei's assassination not ruled out

Knesset flies US flag for Operation Midnight Hammer

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana had the American flag displayed and the Knesset building lit up red, white, and blue to thank America for attacking Iran.

Knesset flies US flag for Operation Midnight Hammer

IDF Spokesman:

We are deepening our strikes, but Iran can still shoot

Israeli strikes target IRGC missile infrastructure in Yazd and Shahroud amid broader regional campaign.

We are deepening our strikes, but Iran can still shoot

Mizrachi holds global prayer gathering after US strikes in Iran

Against the backdrop of the war with Iran, the World Mizrachi Organization hosted a special live online event today featuring a joint prayer for the success of the Israeli forces.

Mizrachi holds global prayer gathering after US strikes in Iran

Report:

Israel struck Iranian defenses ahead of US Fordow strike

Coordinated Israeli and US strikes targeted Iranian defenses ahead of assault on Fordow nuclear facility.

Israel struck Iranian defenses ahead of US Fordow strike

Chief of Staff:

'US attacks a turning point in the war'

Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held a situational assessment meeting today with the General Staff Forum in the wake of the US attack against Iran.

'US attacks a turning point in the war'

Northern Iran:

IDF strikes surface-to-surface missile production site

According to the IDF, the site was struck for its planetary mixers and critical machinery used in the production of engines for missiles launched by the Iranian regime toward the State of Israel.

IDF strikes surface-to-surface missile production site

Watch:

Special simulation of the US strike on Iran

Using the information that has been made public, i24NEWS used AI to create a simulation of the strike on three Iranian nuclear facilities.

Special simulation of the US strike on Iran

'A nation has risen like a lion'

Netanyahu prays for Trump at the Western Wall

Netanyahu offers thanksgiving at Western Wall, prays for President Trump after US strike on Iran's nuclear sites.

Netanyahu prays for Trump at the Western Wall

UN Security Council to assemble following US strikes on Iran

The discussion is being held at the initiative of several countries, including Russia and China, who are promoting a draft resolution condemning the US and Israel.

UN Security Council to assemble following US strikes on Iran