Roaring Lion

Indictment:

Jerusalem brothers impersonate 8200 soldier

According to the indictment, two brothers fabricated information, using AI to produce documents, which they delivered to an Iranian agent named "David," receiving payment of over NIS 100,000.

Israel will not join March of the Living due to war

Due to the security situation and restrictions at Ben-Gurion Airport, some 1,000 Israelis and 60 Holocaust survivors will not march this year from Auschwitz to Birkenau.

Araghchi's secret message to Witkoff

The Iranian foreign minister said he came 'with the consent and blessing of Mojtaba Khamenei,' while the contacts were conducted in secret and without informing Israel.

Direct hit on building in Tel Aviv

Sirens heard in central Israel. Missile with a cluster warhead strikes a building in Tel Aviv. Interception fragments cause fires in Rosh HaAyin and Netanya.

Pakistan offers Islamabad as venue for US-Iran talks

Pakistan's Foreign Office says Islamabad is "already ready" to host direct talks between the US and Iran to end the ongoing war, if both sides agree.

Strait of Hormuz closure

Bahrain seeks UN mandate to counter Iran threats

Bahrain submits UN Security Council draft authorizing "all necessary means" to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian threats. Resolution backed by Gulf states and US.

Report:

2,200 US Marines to arrive in Mideast on Friday

Thousands of US Marines set to arrive in Middle East Friday aboard USS Tripoli and USS New Orleans, after Trump extends ultimatum for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz.

Report:

Trump eyes Iran's Parliament Speaker as potential deal partner

Politico reports that the Trump admin quietly views Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a potential partner or leader for negotiations to end the conflict.

Amid talks of a deal

US military publishes footage from Iran

Amid declarations of progress in negotiations with Iran, the US Military published footage of strikes on regime targets, stating that it continues to 'aggressively strike Iranian military targets with precision munitions.'

Southern Lebanon:

Radwan Force terrorists surrender to infantrymen

Givati Brigade soldiers in southern Lebanon identified several armed Hezbollah Radwan Force terrorists who were planning to fire an anti-tank missile; the terrorists subsequently surrendered.

The call that changed the decision on Iran

Reuters reports: less than 48 hours before the start of the war, Netanyahu spoke with Trump and presented him with an opportunity to strike the Iranian leadership.

Netanyahu responds to Trump

'Israel's interests will be preserved even with an agreement'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded for the first time to President Trump’s statement regarding efforts to end the war. “We will safeguard our interests."

'Larger-than-life'

Ofer Moskowitz, killed by friendly fire, is laid to rest

Ofer Moskowitz, mistakenly killed by IDF artillery fire in Misgav Am, was laid to rest as family members paid emotional tributes.

Israel assesses: US has set a date to end the war

US President Donald Trump announced a five-day delay to a planned strike on Iran’s electrical infrastructure, saying: “They want to reach an agreement." Officials in Tehran deny the claim.

'Humiliating punishment'

Iranian Parliament Speaker denies talks with US

Reported negotiator denied any talks with the US, dismissing reports as 'fake news,' after President Trump claimed progress in discussions.

David Sling failure led to devastating impacts in Arad and Dimona

The David's Sling air defense system failed to intercept two Iranian missiles on Saturday night, leading to over 120 injuries in two separate locations in southern Israel.

IAF drops over 100 bombs on regime headquarters in Tehran

In widescale wave of strikes, IDF targeted several Iranian regime security organization headquarters and bases, as well as key weapons manufacturing sites.

Minister Smotrich:

Our border with Lebanon must be the Litani River

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the war must end with the Litani River as Israel’s new border, alongside a buffer zone in Lebanon.

Trump

'If talks don't go well, we'll bomb our little hearts out'

US President says Iran needs 'better PR people' after the Iranian foreign ministry denies his statement that productive talks between the US and Iran were held recently.

Northern residents stay despite renewed Hezbollah rocket fire

Traumatized by their last evacuation, many in Israel’s north are staying put despite renewed danger.

Report:

Mojtaba Khamenei isolated, wounded, & not responding to messages

Israeli and US security sources report Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei unresponsive, Iranian opposition reports severe injuries.

Despite ultimatum: Trump suspends attack on Iran

US President Donald Trump zigzags on targeting Iranian energy, says negotiations ongoing.

Lebanon:

IDF troops discover antitank missile post in Lebanon

Antitank missile post and various weapons located, targeted, in southern Lebanon.

Shock in central Israel: Sirens sounded with no early warning

Residents of central Israel surprised by siren without early warning, Bat Yam Mayor says alerts activated due to concern of interceptor debris.

Arkia calls Israel’s new flight limits effective airspace closure

Following the Ministry of Transport’s cap of 50 passengers per flight, Arkia says regular operations from Ben Gurion Airport are no longer feasible and will shift most flights to Aqaba and Taba while maintaining limited humanitarian routes.

In first: Hashmonaim Brigade operating in Lebanon

Soldiers from the IDF's Hashmonaim Brigade, who operated until now in Gaza, Judea, Samaria, and Syria, crossed into Lebanon a few weeks ago and have been operating there ever since. Watch.

Tragedy: Ofer Moskowitz mistakenly killed by friendly fire

Misgav Am resident Ofer ('Poushko') Moskowitz mistakenly killed by friendly fire, IDF says.

Miracle at Peduel school

Iranian missile fragments fall in school yard in Peduel; none injured due to Home Front Command instructions and late hour.

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Celebrating during sirens and then arrested

Following reports from residents of sounds of celebration during rocket fire, Yavne police raid a construction site and arrest nine illegal residents.

From siren to hope:

Bereaved mother prepares for Pesach

Against the backdrop of days of war and sirens, and ahead of Pesach, Miriam Peretz reminds the nation of its inner strength: 'We are a people who do not lose hope - it’s in our DNA.'

CENTCOM chief:

'Iran is hitting civilians out of desperation'

CENTCOM's Adm. Brad Cooper tells Iran International that Iran targets civilians in desperation as its attacks shrink in volume, adds the US campaign is on track to eliminate threats.

State Department:

'Exercise increased caution worldwide'

US State Department issues worldwide alert, urging Americans, especially in Middle East, to exercise increased caution as Iran-backed groups may target US interests globally.

Ambassador Leiter

'The strikes will continue until the Iranian regime falls'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter tells CNN the war with Iran will persist until the regime collapses: “We need boots on the ground, but they have got to be Iranian boots."

MK Sova to Arutz Sheva:

'Without achieving the war objectives, we’ll return to October 6'

MK Evgeny Sova warns at the missile impact site in Arad that without accomplishing the war’s goals, Israel risks reverting to the security situation from before October 7, 2023.

Araghchi defies Trump:

'We will not be intimidated by threats'

Iran's FM Araghchi rebuffs Trump's 48-hour threat to strike power plants, insisting Hormuz remains open but ships avoid it due to US-initiated war risks.

Sirens across Israel:

Iranian missile intercepted, damage in central Israel

Sirens sounded in central and southern Israel following the launch of a missile from Iran. Missile intercepted, with debris falls recorded and damage caused in Bnei Brak, Petah Tikva, and Gat Rimon, no injuries.

Arad Mayor to Arutz Sheva:

'The Prime Minister was stunned by the miracle'

The mayor of Arad speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News about dealing with the damage from the missile hit in his city and about Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to the city.

Old bombs discovered in forgotten bunker now being used on Iran

Thousands of bombs originally intended for Egypt decades ago are now being used by the IDF in strikes on Iranian regime targets.

Lebanon PM: We will not back down against Hezbollah

Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam blames Hezbollah for dragging Lebanon into war, signals openness to negotiations with Israel and limiting weapons.

IDF Spokesperson:

'We are facing more weeks of fighting in all sectors'

IDF spokesman Brigadier General Effie Defrin announced that the Iranian regime is being undermined by Israel's ongoing attacks and estimated that the fighting will continue in the coming weeks.

Due to missile attacks:

Major cuts in outbound flights from Israel

Ben Gurion Airport limits outbound flights to 50 passengers and reduces traffic amid Iranian attacks, disrupting travel ahead of Passover.

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Interception fragment crushes car

Footage shows a vehicle being crushed under an interception fragment, more than seven minutes after the second alarm sounded in the area.

IDF Chief on Lebanon:

Operation has just begun, in the end, Hezbollah will remain alone

IDF senior command approves advancement of targeted ground operations in Lebanon, with IDF Chief Zamir declaring, 'This is a prolonged operation, and we are prepared for it.'

'Iran must be protected'

Pahlavi urges Israel and US to spare civilian infrastructure

Exiled crown prince urges US, Israel to strike regime targets while preserving civilian infrastructure amid escalating Iran-Israel attacks

IDF probing whether soldier fire killed man in Misgav Am

The IDF is investigating whether Ofer Moskowitz was killed by misdirected artillery fire, after initial reports blamed Hezbollah fire.

Dimona resident:

We heard a massive boom, everything shook and the house collapsed

Avi Lavan of Dimona told Arutz Sheva of the harrowing moments when the missile landed near his home. Council member Tzvi Yehuda Elyasaf: 'We have suffered a blow, but our faith and strength remain unshaken.

Dramatic recommendation:

Close Ben Gurion Airport immediately due to missile threat

Aviation officials call for Israel's main international airport to be closed just a week and a half before Passover holiday as Iran continues to launch missiles at the country.

Infuriating comparison

Minister Sa'ar, German Ambassador clash online

Sa'ar rebukes German envoy after he links Hezbollah, Iranian attacks and teen's murder with 'settler violence,' calling comparison unacceptable.

'I really thought that I was dead'

Dramatic footage from Tel Aviv: Direct strike near a moving car

Footage released from Tel Aviv captures a particularly dramatic moment of a strike occurring just meters from a moving vehicle near Habima Square.

IDF strikes weapons production sites and headquarters in Tehran

Israeli Air Force struck Iranian military bases, weapons sites, and intelligence headquarters in Tehran as part of efforts to weaken regime capabilities.

President Herzog:

'Iran does not differentiate, everyone is to be killed'

President Isaac Herzog today visited the scene of the overnight missile attack on the city of Arad in southern Israel and praised the nation's resilience in the war.

Sa'ar in Arad

'Iran's strategy is to launch missiles at civilians'

Foreign Minister visits the site of the missile strike in Arad, says: 'The Iranian regime is targeting only civilians and the civilian population.'

Ofer Moskowitz identified as missile victim in northern Israel

The fatality from Hezbollah fire earlier today directed at Misgav Am has been identified as Ofer Moskowitz, a veteran resident of the town.

Netanyahu in Arad:

'Iran has the whole world in its sights'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the scene of a recent missile strike in Arad, where he accused Iran of escalating attacks against civilians and warned that the threat now extends far beyond Israel.

Air Force Investigation: Why did the interception fail?

The IAF emphasized that the failure was not due to human error or a technical malfunction. On the same night, two other “Qadr" missiles were successfully intercepted.

Two moderately injured in missile strike in Tel Aviv

An Iranian missile that penetrated the air defense system struck Tel Aviv directly, causing six casualties and significant damage, with two people in moderate condition.

Arad the day after the missile strike

This morning, photographer Yossi Zeliger documented the destruction at the scene of the missile strike in Arad, including destroyed and burned houses. 115 injured people were evacuated to hospitals.

Watch:

Ten Hezbollah terrorists killed in Lebanon

IDF forces continue targeted raids on Hezbollah military structures in southern Lebanon, destroying infrastructure and seizing supplies.

Report

Man murdered in Hezbollah anti-tank missile attack

Debris from an intercepted missile fell near a school in Holon and caused damage. A man was killed in an anti-tank missile attack on a vehicle in Misgav Am.

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu:

'We must not become accustomed to miracles'

The Chief Rabbi of Tzfat called for greater devotion in prayers for God's protection following the Iranian missile strikes in southern Israel.