Roaring Lion

Foreign airlines return to Israel

Following the announcement of a ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran, international airlines have begun announcing their return to Tel Aviv.

IDF deals heavy blow to Hezbollah missile array

IDF reports destruction of over 200 launchers and elimination of senior Hezbollah figures as operations continue to target threats on northern Israel.

Chief of Staff in Lebanon

'War achievements are historic, Hezbollah isolated'

During a tour with soldiers on the outskirts of Bint Jbeil, the Chief of Staff made it clear that the fighting with Hezbollah continues with intensity

Iran: No US talks until Lebanon ceasefire holds

Iran says talks to end the war with the US depend on Washington honoring ceasefire commitments - including halting fighting in Lebanon.

Report:

Former Iranian FM dies from US-Israel strike wounds

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharazi reportedly dies from wounds suffered in US-Israel strikes on his Tehran home.

Trump warns Iran:

'No tolls on tankers through Strait of Hormuz'

President Trump demands Iran immediately stop charging fees to tankers in the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, warning that oil will flow with or without Tehran's help.

Hezbollah launches missiles at central Israel

Sirens sounded in Tel Aviv and the surrounding areas after the IDF warned that Hezbollah may launch missiles at additional areas of Israel.

Fair mediator?

Pakistani minister calls Israel 'evil' and 'cancer'

Israel’s Foreign Minister condemns Pakistan’s defense chief for inflammatory rhetoric, questioning its role as mediator between allies and Iran.

Declaration of victory

Mojtaba doubles down on reparation demands, Hormuz control

Khamenei marks 40 days since his father’s death, declares Iran victorious, warns aggressors, and urges regional states to reject Western influence

Diaspora Min. warns of rise of antisemitism on isolationist right

Ministry of Diaspora Affairs Special Report on Operation Roaring Lion: Growing gap between Republican leadership, which supports the campaign against Iran, and a populist-isolationist camp in the US, which is spreading anti-war, anti-Israel, and antisemitic messages.

Netanyahu reassures:

No ceasefire in Lebanon, peace through strength'

Netanyahu reassures northern residents that Israel will continue fighting Hezbollah while it holds negotiations with Lebanon, which were reached thanks to Israel's new standing in the region.

Chief of Staff in Lebanon

'Iran is weaker, our achievements against it are historic'

The Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured southern Lebanon today along with the commanders of the Northern Command and Division 98. In talks with soldiers in the field, he emphasized Hezbollah's isolation.

Netanyahu announces direct negotiations with Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered direct talks with Lebanon on Hezbollah disarmament and peace, following requests from Beirut.

'An absolute lie'

IDF reveals extent of Lebanese military's failure

The IDF says Hezbollah fired thousands of missiles from southern Lebanon, contradicting Lebanese army claims that the terror group had been disarmed.

Modern-day Goldilocks

Burglar eats family's meal during missile barrage

27-year-old suspect entered Bnei Brak home while the family hid in the safe room during an Iranian missile barrage and sat down to eat the food left on the table.

EU urges Lebanon ceasefire; Sa'ar says it echoes Iran's position

EU Foreign Affairs Rep. criticizes Israeli strikes in Lebanon, while FM Sa'ar defends IDF precision and accuses the EU of echoing Iranian positions on Hezbollah and ceasefire terms.

Nonstop missile barrages on northern Israel

Hezbollah continues launching missiles towards northern Israel, while accusing Israel of 'violating' ceasefire, Houthi rebel group promises to respond with 'unprecedented force.'

Senior terror commander killed in IDF strike in Lebanon

The IDF eliminated Maher Qassem Hamdan, a Hezbollah-backed commander in southern Lebanon, along with seven terrorists fleeing the Chebaa area.

Netanyahu:

We will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praises recent attacks on Hezbollah, warns Israel will continue to act 'wherever necessary' to restore security to northern Israel.

Watch: IDF destroys Hezbollah outposts in southern Lebanon

IDF locates tunnel shaft from which terrorist emerged in southern Lebanon, alongside explosives, rocket launchers, and RPGs hidden in underground infrastructure.

Working with Iran:

Haifa resident planned attack on Naftali Bennett

Ami Gaidarov, a 22-year-old resident of Haifa, arrested on suspicion of contact with Iranian agents, aiding enemy during wartime in exchange for money.

In first:

Gur hasidic schools resume on day after Passover

Gerrer hasidim resume school on Thursday, in unusual move for haredi schools.

Naim Qassem's personal secretary eliminated in IDF strikes

IDF eliminates Ali Yusuf Harshim, secretary and nephew of Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem in Beirut.

Education Ministry to push expanding 'summer school' program

Education Minister Yoav Kisch announces new summer program for middle schools, expansion of existing 'summer school' program for elementary school students.

Trump demands investigation into CNN

U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at CNN for quoting an official statement from Iran's Supreme National Security Council that claimed Iran won.

Paratroopers expand ground operations in southern Lebanon

Paratroopers expand ground operations in southern Lebanon, achieving operational control in the area and eliminating dozens of terrorists.

Analyst warns: We ended the war too early

Channel 12 analyst Nir Dvori warns ceasefire with Iran is premature, gives Iran time to regroup and weakens Israel’s position ahead of negotiations.

Report:

US fears Iran will not reopen Straits of Hormuz

Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain high as uncertainty grows over whether Iran will fully reopen the vital shipping lane.

Iran claims Tehran synagogue destroyed

Iran claims synagogue in Tehran was ‘completely destroyed’ by US-Israeli strike.

Trump: We will stay in the region until a real agreement

Trump warns Iran ceasefire contingent on compliance, vows overwhelming response to violations

VP Vance:

'Israelis have offered to check themselves in Lebanon'

Vice President JD Vance outlines US stance on Iran ceasefire, citing misunderstandings, ongoing negotiations, and warning of consequences if terms are not upheld.

Poll

Most Americans hold negative views of Israel and Netanyahu

A new poll conducted during the war with Iran shows that 60% of Americans hold a negative view of Israel, while 59% say they do not trust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Just hours in:

Ceasefire showing signs of collapse

Iranian parliament speaker accused the US of violating key ceasefire terms before negotiations, raising doubts about further talks. Israel believes Iran may strike, as Tehran blocks Strait of Hormuz.

Lapid on ceasefire:

'Netanyahu cheated Israel and its partners'

Opposition leaders lash out at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling the Iran ceasefire a failure and accusing him of mismanagement and deception.

El Al restores full service

Starting next week, the Israeli carrier will operate full flights to approximately 30 destinations.

Iran blocks ships in Strait of Hormuz hours after opening strait

Iranian government begins blocking ships hours into ceasefire, citing Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite Trump's assurances the Hezbollah conflict is separate from the ceasefire.

Many cities announce return to school tomorrow

Even before the Home Front Command announced any change in its guidelines, many municipal authorities already independently declared a return to educational activity starting tomorrow.

Netanyahu:

Ceasefire is temporary, Israel ready to resume war

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel achieved major gains against Iran but warns the war is not over and operations could resume at any moment.

White House: World should take Trump's word very seriously

The White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says US President Donald Trump's negotiating style brought Iran to say that they wanted a ceasefire because they couldn't take being bombed.

The Home Front Command's new guidelines after the ceasefire

In accordance with the ongoing situational assessment of the Home Front Command, it has been decided to update the defense policy starting tomorrow at 6:00 a.m.

Surprise attack:

IDF strikes 100 targets in Lebanon

Within 10 minutes and across multiple areas simultaneously: The IDF completed the largest coordinated strike targeting more than 100 Hezbollah command centers and military sites.

Ceasefire

Iran insists on uranium enrichment as Trump promises ban

While President Trump insists Iran will not be allowed to enrich uranium under the negotiated agreement, Iran's version of the plan includes an acknowledgement of its right to enrichment.

SSGT Yosef Lifshiz fell in battle in southern Lebanon

Staff Sergeant Touvel Yosef Lifshiz, aged 20, from Beit She'an, fell during a raid in southern Lebanon.

Netanyahu:

Two-week ceasefire does not include Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs President Trump’s pause on Iran strikes, stressing it hinges on Tehran’s actions and excludes Lebanon.

After Pakistani request

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire in Iran

Trump announces he has agreed to a two-week "double sided ceasefire" in Iran, after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s call for a two-week lull in order to give time for diplomacy.

Pakistan PM urges Trump to extend Iran deadline by two weeks

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urges Trump to postpone his deadline for Iran by two weeks and implement a truce, while calling on Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz during that period.

Report:

Iran calls off US talks hours before Trump deadline

Iran calls off indirect negotiations with the United States after Trump threatens widespread attacks on Iranian bridges and power plants, according to The New York Times.

Major blow

IDF destroys Iran’s key sonar and missile sites

IDF strikes central Iranian production sites in Shiraz and Karaj, destroying facilities for sonar systems and naval cruise missiles.

Russia and China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China veto UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blockaded since the US-Israel war began.

Watch:

IDF troops pursue and strike Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon

IDF's 146 Division continues operations in southern Lebanon, eliminating some 130 terrorists and dismantling over 1,000 terror sites to secure northern Israel.

Trump to Fox News:

'8:00 p.m. deadline for Iran is happening'

Fox News host Bret Baier reveals that President Trump called him and reiterated his firm 8:00 p.m. ET deadline for Iran: reach a deal or face an unprecedented military attack.

Netanyahu

“We destroyed planes and helicopters, IRGC infrastructure'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement confirming that the Air Force attacked railways and bridges in Iran.

US launches dozens of strikes on Kharg Island

US launches about 50 strikes on military facilities on the island which controls 90% of Iran's oil exports.

Trump

'A whole civilization will die tonight,never to be brought back'

US President reiterates his ultimatum to Iran to reach an agreement by tonight to end the conflict or face devastating consequences.

Murderous rocket strike:

Vladimir, Lena, Dima, and Lucille Jane are laid to rest

Vladimir Gershovitz, his wife Lena Ostrovsky, their son Dima, and his wife Lucille Jane were laid to rest after being killed in an Iranian missile strike on Haifa.

Iranian cluster missile launch:

16 impact sites in central Israel

Second missile launch from Iran within hours. 40 missiles launched at northern Israel since the morning. Fallen projectiles injure one, cause damage in Nahariya.

Trump vs. Segal

Will the top Israeli political correspondent go to American jail?

Trump threatens jail for leak as Israeli journalist claims role in report on missing US airman, later denies certainty but vows to protect source.

IDF bombs seventh bridge over Litani

The bridges were used by Hezbollah to move reinforcements and supplies to threaten northern Israel.

Hezbollah Footage:

IDF equipment left in Lebanon after intense battle

During a combined operation by paratroopers and the Yahalom unit, heavy fire caused casualties and led to a rapid withdrawal. Engineering equipment left in the area was destroyed from the air to prevent capture or reuse.

Missile-cam footage:

IDF makes quick work of Iranian air defense systems

In precise strikes carried out under the direction of IDF intelligence, more than 130 Iranian terror regime air defense systems were eliminated.