Netanyahu: Staff Sgt. Adam Tzarfati was a brave commando fighter
Prime Minister Netanyahu mourns Maglan fighter Staff Sgt. Adam Tzarfati, who fell in battle after IDF forces took control of the Beaufort ridge.
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Watch: IDF takes out launcher used to fire at Tiberias
Within minutes: IDF destroys rocket launcher used Sunday night by Hezbollah terror group to launch rockets toward Tiberias.
Netanyahu:
IDF will strike in Beirut following Hezbollah violations
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu greenlights strikes in Hezbollah stronghold in Beirut following death of IDF soldier, repeated and increased fire from Lebanon.
Photos:
Golani troops operating in Beaufort sector
IDF Spokesperson's Unit releases photos documenting operations by the Golani Brigade's Reconnaissance Battalion in the Beaufort area of southern Lebanon.
Macron demands:
Quick US-Iran deal, unconditional reopening of Strait of Hormuz
French President Macron urges a swift US-Iran pact and a joint European naval mission in the Gulf.
Trump blasts CNN over report on Iran deal nuclear terms
President Trump slams CNN’s reporting about the deal being negotiated with Iran.
'It must end'
UK Foreign Secretary blasts Israel, demands Hezbollah disarm
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper calls for an end to Israel’s operations in Lebanon, but also demands that Hezbollah disarm.
Report:
Iran reopens 50 bomb-damaged missile tunnels
Iran has bypassed US and Israeli air strikes by using low-tech equipment to unblock its missile tunnels, according to a CNN report.
Report:
Iran readying fresh revisions to US deal
Iran is reportedly preparing new revisions to the draft text of the deal with the US, while warning it is ready for war if US talks fail.
Four wounded in explosive drone strike in Beit Hillel
Four soldiers sustain light injuries in a Hezbollah explosive drone strike in Beit Hillel. Emergency forces treat them. IDF: The incident is under investigation.
Breathtaking drone-footage:
Beaufort Ridge under IDF control
IDF publishes footage of Golani Reconnaissance Unit troops capturing the Beaufort Ridge in Lebanon.
IDF investigates how Hezbollah drone hit Givati Recon Unit
The IDF is investigating whether Hezbollah used advanced targeting methods after a drone strike killed Staff Sgt. Michael Tyukin and wounded four soldiers.
'We are not your enemy'
Ambassador Leiter's tearful message to Lebanese people
Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter shared a message through Lebanese media explaining that while Israel feels the Lebanese people's pain and is sorry, they have no choice.
'No exams under fire'
Education Ministry's dramatic decision
Education Ministry announces postponement and cancellation of the matriculation exams for students in dozens of northern Israeli communities.
Iranian official: No agreement until rights guaranteed
Iranian Parliament Speaker says 'no faith' in US promises, emphasizes Iran 'won't approve any agreement until the people’s rights are guaranteed.'
'We will complete the mission'
Netanyahu: Conquest of Beaufort is a dramatic step
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares Israel 'returned to Beaufort Castle, we are stronger than ever.'
Hezbollah expands range of rocket fire
Sirens sound across northern Israel as additional areas absorb rocket fire from the Hezbollah terror group; hospitals move underground.
Smotrich: We must change the equation
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich praises capture of Beaufort Ridge in Lebanon, reiterates call to bring down 10 buildings in Beirut for every explosive drone launched towards Israel.
Forty-four years later: Israeli flag flies over Beaufort Ridge
Forty-four years after Israel took Beaufort Ridge for the first time, Golani Brigade soldiers reconquer it and raise Israeli and Golani Brigade flags - on day of mourning for their fallen comrades.
Staff Sergeant Michael Tyukin fell in southern Lebanon
Staff Sergeant Michael Tyukin, aged 21 from Ashkelon, fell in combat in southern Lebanon.
IDF takes over Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon
IDF expands its Lebanon offensive, launching an operation in Beaufort Ridge and Wadi al-Saluki to remove Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure.
Report: Trump orders revisions to Iran accord
Axios reports that President Trump ordered stricter nuclear and maritime terms before finalizing a deal with Iran.
Trump on Iran:
'Slowly but surely, we’re getting what we want'
President Trump tells Fox News he is in no hurry to reach a deal with Iran, warns of alternative action if talks fail.
Hezbollah command center erupts in secondary explosions
IDF strikes Hezbollah artillery command center after terrorists identified in the area, secondary explosions indicating weapons stored inside.
Ben Gvir urges: Flatten the Dahieh
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visits northern town of Shtula, urging action against Hezbollah targets in Beirut's Dahieh neighborhood. 'What hurts them is the Dahieh.'
Home Front Command tightens restrictions in northern Israel
IDF updates defensive guidelines, closing schools in communities near Israel-Lebanon border due to increased fire from Lebanon.
Metula leader:
‘If our residents don’t sleep, Beirut won’t sleep either’
Metula Council head David Azulay decries another night of sirens and fear along the northern border, demanding a stronger Israeli response as IDF forces reportedly operate north of the Litani.
IDF tests new drone interception methods
IDF conducting operational trials on technological solutions for identifying and intercepting Hezbollah's explosive drones.
Hezbollah launches around 30 rockets towards northern Israel
Rocket hits commercial center in Kiryat Shmona, beach near Nahariya, after Hezbollah terror group launches multiple barrages towards northern Israel.
IDF expanding operations in southern Lebanon
Special operation north of the Litani River, planned for over a year, aims to secure Metula and other Galilee Panhandle communities.
Israel-Lebanon talks
Rubio speaks to President Aoun amid Pentagon defense talks
US Secretary of State speaks to Lebanon's president, denounces Hezbollah’s attempts to derail US-mediated talks between Israel and Lebanon.
Demands lifting of blockade
Iran denies US deal reached
Iran denies reaching a final deal with the US, labeling the American naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz “illegal".
After two hours of talks:
Trump exits Situation Room with no decision on Iran deal
Trump holds a two-hour Situation Room meeting on an Iran deal, but has yet to reach a decision, according to The New York Times.
IDF reveals:
Hezbollah rockets hit church in southern Lebanon
IDF releases footage of Hezbollah rockets hitting an Orthodox church in southern Lebanon, in an area in which IDF soldiers are not operating.
Netanyahu: Our forces have crossed the Litani
During a visit to the northern border, Prime Minister Netanyahu confirms IDF troops have crossed Lebanon's Litani River: “We are dealing Hezbollah a crushing blow."
WSJ report:
UAE struck Iran dozens of times in coordination with US, Israel
The UAE struck Iranian sites with US-Israeli backing during the war, sparking tensions with Saudi Arabia, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Trump enters Situation Room for final decision on Iran deal
Trump outlines the terms of a deal with Iran, but Tehran disputes his listed terms.
IDF Chief of Staff:
Over 7,500 Hezbollah terrorists eliminated since start of war
IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir says Hezbollah has suffered 'significant and unprecedented' damage, vows military to continue striking Hezbollah targets and expanding operations to protect northern communities.
Waiting to return to the battlefield:
401st Brigade commander sends message to his soldiers
Col. Meir Biderman, who was seriously wounded by an explosive drone, spoke with his soldiers over the communications system, shared details of his recovery process, and strengthened the battalions fighting on the ground.
Israel concerned US-Iran agreement could limit IDF in Lebanon
Hezbollah heavily pressuring Iran to ensure its inclusion in ceasefire deal, official warns.
US Treasury Secretary:
'Iran deal depends on what Trump wants to do'
Treasury Secretary Bessent says any Iran deal depends on Trump, stresses the President will not make a bad deal.
'We're going back and forth'
Vance says progress made with Iran, but hurdles remain
VP JD Vance reports progress in Iran talks but says some issues remain, and a deal has not yet been reached.
IRGC says it fired missiles at US ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC claims it fired missiles at four US merchant ships who tried crossing the Strait of Hormuz without permission.
Report:
The US directive holding Israel back in Lebanon
Channel 12 reports the US demanded advance notice on targeted eliminations and opposed collapsing buildings during Israeli operations in Lebanon.
Chief of Staff warns against attempts to politicize military
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir addressed a command course graduation and warned against politicizing the military, saying the army’s sole mission is protecting Israel and its citizens.
Report:
US, Iran reach tentative agreement on ceasefire extension
Axios reported the US and Iran reached a tentative 60-day deal extending the ceasefire and launching nuclear negotiations, pending President Trump's final approval.
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.
“Iran is here"
Home Front Command reveals major shift in defense strategy
The concept that “Iran is here" has transformed Israel’s civilian sphere into a primary target.
'Battered and wounded’
IDF Spokesman: Hezbollah fighting a war of survival
Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin says IDF forces continue striking Hezbollah targets while strengthening defenses against drones.
'Sorry I couldn't protect you'
Sergeant Rotem Yanai laid to rest
Family and friends gather to pay final respects to Sergeant Rotem Yanai, who was killed in a Hezbollah explosive drone attack on a military base in the north.
CENTCOM: Iran fired ballistic missile toward Kuwait
US Central Command says Kuwaiti forces intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile, after IRGC blatantly violates ceasefire.
Watch: Elimination attempt in Beirut
IDF targets Ali al-Husseini, commander of the Imam Hussein Division’s missile array, as part of a wave of strikes on more than 135 Hezbollah targets across Lebanon.
IDF strikes over 135 Hezbollah targets in Lebanon
IDF strikes Hezbollah launch sites, military infrastructure, and a training camp in Tyre, the Beqaa, and southern Lebanon.
US sanctions Iranian body accused of Strait of Hormuz extortion
US Treasury Department sanctions Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority, accusing IRGC-linked body of trying to extort vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, funneling funds to Iran’s terror network.
Netanyahu:
'Rotem always acted with dedication and sensitivity'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mourns Sgt. Rotem Yanai, sends condolences to her family. 'Her spirit of giving will be inscribed in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her and serving alongside her.'
Iran declares: We won't give up on uranium enrichment
Iranian official Ebrahim Azizi warns IRGC won't give up on core demands to reach ceasefire deal with US.
Cleared for publication:
Sgt. Rotem Yanai killed by explosive drone on Lebanese border
Sergeant Rotem Yanai, 20, from Giv'at Ada, killed by an explosive drone fired by Hezbollah terrorists. Two other soldiers injured.
Second time this week
US military strikes targets in Strait of Hormuz
The US launches its second strike this week in Iran, hitting military sites near Bandar Abbas. Iranian media report explosions.
Trump:
'We’re not satisfied with current state of Iran talks'
US President says he remains dissatisfied with the current state of talks with Iran: They cannot have a nuclear weapon.
Report:
Iran fears Trump will announce unilateral deal
The Iranian Fars News Agency claims that US President Donald Trump may soon announce, unilaterally, the completion of the agreement with Iran.
