News and updates about IAF

IAF intercepts UAF fired from the east

Earlier, Hezbollah's Al-Manar TV reported that pro-Iranian militias in Iraq had launched a UAV towards a target in Israel.

IAF intercepts UAF fired from the east

6 senior Hezbollah commanders eliminated

The IAF conducted a series of strikes in southern Lebanon on underground command centers of Hezbollah’s units in southern Lebanon: The Nasser Unit, Bader Unit, Aziz Unit, and the Radwan Forces in the area.

6 senior Hezbollah commanders eliminated

IAF jets strike 120 targets in Lebanon in under an hour

In a large-scale airstrike that lasted about an hour, 100 air force planes attacked more than 120 terrorist targets of Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

IAF jets strike 120 targets in Lebanon in under an hour

IDF strikes in Beirut

IAF aristrike targets the Dahieh neighborhood of Beirut in the same area where Hassan Nasrallah's successor, Hashem Safieddine, is believed to have been killed last week.

IDF strikes in Beirut

2 surface to surface missiles fired at Haifa area intercepted

Hezbollah continues to fire projectiles at northern Israel on Sunday morning, with Red Alert sirens being activated in the areas of ​​Haifa, Caesarea, Zichron Ya'akov, and Hadera.

2 surface to surface missiles fired at Haifa area intercepted

IDF admits:

Iranian attack damaged airbases

Administrative buildings on several IAF bases were damaged during Iran's attack but no planes were hit.

Iranian attack damaged airbases

Hezbollah surface-to-air missile warehouse near Beirut destroyed

IAF destroys warehouse of surface-to-air missile launchers that Hezbollah had placed about 1.5 kilometers from Lebanon's international airport

Hezbollah surface-to-air missile warehouse near Beirut destroyed

Watch: IAF tankers on their way to Yemen

IDF publishes footage of the tankers which flew alongside fighter planes on their way to strike Houthi military targets in Yemen.

Watch: IAF tankers on their way to Yemen

IAF Commander:

We work to prevent weapons transfers to Hezbollah from Iran

Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar referred to the Air Forces activity in the past week and his readiness to expand the activity in the northern arena.

We work to prevent weapons transfers to Hezbollah from Iran

Israel estimates:

Top Hezbollah official only injured in Beirut strike

Israeli defense officials are certain that Hezbollah Southern Front commander Ali Karaki was in the building that was targeted in an Israeli airstrike.

Top Hezbollah official only injured in Beirut strike

IDF strikes 800 Hezbollah terror targets

Based on accurate intelligence, the IDF attacked buildings where Hezbollah hid rockets, missiles, launchers, unmanned aerial vehicles and other military infrastructure.

IDF strikes 800 Hezbollah terror targets

In central Gaza

IDF strikes Hamas terrorists operating in school compound

IAF conducts precise strike on Hamas terrorists who were operating inside a command and control center that previously served as the “Khaled ibn al-Walid” School.

IDF strikes Hamas terrorists operating in school compound

'I see the launchers'

Watch: 150 jets strike Lebanon

Over the past days, the Israeli Air Force has been striking in the Gaza Strip, Lebanon, and also operating in Judea and Samaria.

Watch: 150 jets strike Lebanon

Gallant:

'Hezbollah has begun experiencing impact of IDF’s capabilities'

Defense Minister visits the Air Force’s command and control center, reiterates strikes on Hezbollah will continue until the residents of the north can return to their homes.

'Hezbollah has begun experiencing impact of IDF’s capabilities'

President Herzog:

'We did not want this war, but we are entitled to live'

President Isaac Herzog tweeted about the growing tensions in the north and praised Israel's security forces for their ongoing efforts against Hezbollah.

'We did not want this war, but we are entitled to live'

Widespread strikes

IDF strikes ready-to-use rocket launcher barrels in Lebanon

Reports in Lebanon say that at least 70 targets were struck simultaneously. Lebanese security sources tell Reuters that the strikes were some of the 'most intense bombing since the start of the war.'

IDF strikes ready-to-use rocket launcher barrels in Lebanon

UAV from Iraq intercepted over Sea of Galilee

A UAV that was approaching from Iraq was intercepted by IAF fighter jets, sirens sounded in the area following the possibility of falling shrapnel from the interception.

UAV from Iraq intercepted over Sea of Galilee

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IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers that were ready to fire

The IAF struck several missile launchers, including a loaded and ready-to-use launcher belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization, in the area of Rachaya Al Foukhar in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers that were ready to fire

IDF confirms:

IAF eliminated terrorists in Syria | Watch

IAF struck and eliminated Ahmad Al-Jabr, a terrorist in Hezbollah’s 'Golan Terrorist Network,' Hezbollah’s terror cell in Syria, in the area of Quneitra.

IAF eliminated terrorists in Syria | Watch

IAF Commander at crash site:

'This was an operational accident, it will be investigated'

IAF and Southern Command commanding officers visit site where a Yanshuv helicopter crashed, killing three and injuring others.

'This was an operational accident, it will be investigated'

In northern Gaza:

IDF strikes Hamas terrorists who operated in a school building

Israel Air Force conducts precise strike on terrorists who were operating inside a Hamas command and control center embedded inside a compound that previously served as the “Halima al-Sa'diyya” School.

IDF strikes Hamas terrorists who operated in a school building

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Terrorists eliminated in airstrikes in Jenin

IDF releases footage of IAF activity during the operations in Judea and Samaria in recent weeks. 20 terrorists have been eliminated in airstrikes so far.

Terrorists eliminated in airstrikes in Jenin

IDF intercepts UAV fired from the east

IAF strikes a rocket launcher in the area of Zabqin in southern Lebanon that had been used to carry out launches toward Israel.

IDF intercepts UAV fired from the east

Hamas command center in Gaza college struck

The IAF struck a Hamas control center that was embedded inside a compound that previously served as the Numaa College in Gaza City.

Hamas command center in Gaza college struck

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IAF strikes ready-to-use Hezbollah launchers in Lebanon

IAF strikes a number of ready-to-use Hezbollah launchers in the areas of Maryamine and Yaroun in southern Lebanon.

IAF strikes ready-to-use Hezbollah launchers in Lebanon

'There was a big explosion'

Watch: Dramatic footage from preemptive strike on Hezbollah

The IDF published footage showing F-35i Adir jets refueling in Lebanese airspace, the interception of a UAV by a combat helicopter, and radio communications from the strike.

Watch: Dramatic footage from preemptive strike on Hezbollah

IDF strikes weapons storage facility near former school

According to the IDF, the weapons storage facility was used to store rockets and other weapons intended to be used in attacks against Israeli territory.

IDF strikes weapons storage facility near former school

'Prepared for any scenario'

Netanyahu's message from northern Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Ramat David Air Force Base in northern Israel and received a comprehensive briefing on the readiness of the Air Force in all sectors, but especially the north.

Netanyahu's message from northern Israel

IAF commander's order amid fear of Iranian attack

Commander of the Israeli Air Force Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar has ordered the suspension of overseas leave for IAF career service members.

IAF commander's order amid fear of Iranian attack

In strike in Lebanon:

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist

IAF aircraft strike in the area of Sidon in Lebanon and eliminate terrorist Samer Mahmoud al-Haj, a senior commander in the Hamas terrorist organization in Lebanon.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist

Gallant:

'We must be prepared for a swift transition to offense'

Defense Minister visits IAF command center, says Israel's enemies are 'carefully considering their every move' because of capabilities displayed by IAF.

'We must be prepared for a swift transition to offense'

After barrage on the north:

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher in Lebanon

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher from which projectiles were launched after Hezbollah launches numerous projectiles from Lebanon.

IAF strikes Hezbollah launcher in Lebanon

Shuja'iyya:

IDF strikes Hamas hideout in school

The IDF emphasized that prior to the strike, numerous steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians, including the use of precise munitions, surveillance, and additional intelligence.

IDF strikes Hamas hideout in school

IAF strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon

Over the past day, IDF soldiers identified a number of terrorists entering into a Hezbollah military structure in southern Lebanon. The IAF struck the structure in which the terrorists were operating.

IAF strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon

IAF Commander:

'Strike on Houthis was aimed at entire Middle East'

Israeli Air Force Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar spoke with the heads of the local authorities and said that the IAF is ready for war. 'There will be a knockout punch as lethal as possible.'

'Strike on Houthis was aimed at entire Middle East'

In conversation with IAF chief, Pres. Herzog praises Yemen strike

Israeli President Herzog praises IAF strike, calls it 'a clear example of what Israel’s Air Force is capable of – and a clear message to our enemies.'

In conversation with IAF chief, Pres. Herzog praises Yemen strike

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IAF strikes Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in Lebanon

IDF says secondary explosions were identified in the area, suggesting the presence of additional weaponry in the structure.

IAF strikes Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in Lebanon

IDF strikes terrorists who operated in UNRWA school in Nuseirat

The IAF struck a company commander in the Islamic Jihad's Naval Unit in western Khan Younis.

IDF strikes terrorists who operated in UNRWA school in Nuseirat

Gallant to fighter pilots:

'Pursuit of Hamas terrorists will continue for years to come'

Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant met with the fighter pilots and support teams that participated in the operation against top Hamas targets in Khan Yunis.

'Pursuit of Hamas terrorists will continue for years to come'

In strike in Gaza

IDF eliminates senior member of Hamas' Internal Security Force

Based on IDF intelligence, IAF strikes and eliminates terrorist Hossam Mansour, who took a substantial part in preserving and perpetuating Hamas' terror activities throughout the Gaza Strip.

IDF eliminates senior member of Hamas' Internal Security Force

1st time since 10/7:

Senior IAF officer says readiness was harmed by refusals to serve

Commander of Air Control and Flight School says reservists who refused to report for training to protest judicial reforms before October 7 were unprepared after the massacre.

Senior IAF officer says readiness was harmed by refusals to serve

After death of couple in barrage

IDF strikes infrastructure from which projectiles were launched

IAF strikes Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure from which projectiles were launched toward the Golan Heights, killing a man and a woman.

IDF strikes infrastructure from which projectiles were launched

IDF strikes Gaza terrorists who were using a school as cover

IAF strikes several terrorists who were conducting terrorist activities using the structures of a school in the Nuseirat area: Hamas and Islamic Jihad systematically violate international law.

IDF strikes Gaza terrorists who were using a school as cover

Netanyahu on Hezbollah attacks: Whoever harms us will pay price

PM visits IAF operations center in the Kirya, addresses 'difficult campaign regarding Lebanon' created by Hezbollah's attacks.

Netanyahu on Hezbollah attacks: Whoever harms us will pay price

IAF strikes terrorists operating in UNRWA schools

IDF says Hamas terrorists used 2 schools in Gaza City area as hideouts from which its operatives planned, directed, and carried out numerous terror attacks against IDF troops operating in the Gaza Strip.

IAF strikes terrorists operating in UNRWA schools

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Haredim drafted into IAF affirm allegiance to the army

'I affirm': Soldiers from the haredi Hanegev Squadron in the IAF and Bislach 314 affirm allegiance to the IDF at the Nevatim Airbase.

Haredim drafted into IAF affirm allegiance to the army

UAV strike

IDF eliminates terrorist cell near Tulkarm

IDF aircraft strikes terrorist cell in the area of Nur Shams while they planted an explosive device. PA health bureau says four terrorists were eliminated.

IDF eliminates terrorist cell near Tulkarm

IAF commander:

'Hamas in Gaza will soon be defeated'

188th Israeli Air Force Pilots Course Graduation Ceremony held at “Ovda” Air Force Base. IDF Chief of Staff: We have lost many who fought bravely and with self-sacrifice alongside us. The cost has been heavy, but the goal is worthy beyond measure.

'Hamas in Gaza will soon be defeated'

IDF eliminates terrorist involved in smuggling weapons for Hamas

In an IAF aircraft strike IDF eliminated Wissam Abu Ashak, a terrorist involved in smuggling weapons from Rafah for Hamas.

IDF eliminates terrorist involved in smuggling weapons for Hamas

IDF eliminates significant terrorist in weapons manufacturing HQ

Muhammad Salah was part of a project to develop strategic weaponry for the Hamas terrorist organization, and he commanded a number of Hamas terrorist squads that worked on developing weapons.

IDF eliminates significant terrorist in weapons manufacturing HQ

After striking incorrect targets

F-16 squadron grounded for three weeks

Air Force referred to the mishap as a "reference point error" that repeated itself twice in two weeks in the same squadron. The Air Force emphasized that damage was not caused and no one was hurt in either incident.

F-16 squadron grounded for three weeks

Lebanon:

Precise strike on leading terrorist

IAF eliminated terrorist Ayman Ratma, a central terror operative responsible for weapons supplies for the Hamas and Jamaa Islamiya terrorist organizations in Lebanon

Precise strike on leading terrorist

IDF eliminates Hezbollah operations commander

Fadel Ibrahim was responsible for planning and carrying out terror attacks against Israel and commanding Hezbollah ground forces in the area of Jouaiyya.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah operations commander

In retaliation for UAV downing

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets deep in Lebanese territory

In another incident, IAF fighter jets successfully intercept suspicious aerial target that approached Israeli territory from the east. The target did not cross into Israeli territory.

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets deep in Lebanese territory

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IDF strikes terror targets in Lebanon

IAF aircraft eliminates terrorist cell that fired anti-aircraft missiles toward IDF fighter jets. Earlier, IAF fighter jets struck a Hezbollah military structure in the area of Chebaa.

IDF strikes terror targets in Lebanon

'Strengthened Hamas'

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist in Rafah

IDF announces that Salame Muhammad Abu Ajaj, a leading terrorist in the Hamas General Security Forces in the Rafah area, was eliminated in an air strike on Thursday night.

IDF eliminates senior Hamas terrorist in Rafah

UAV intercepted in the north, shrapnel falls in Tzfat area

UAV that approached northern Israel from the east successfully intercepted by IAF fighter jet outside of Israeli territory. Shrapnel falls in northern Israel, causing a fire in the area of Tzfat.

UAV intercepted in the north, shrapnel falls in Tzfat area

Hamas missile operative who took part in massacre eliminated

Ahmed Yasser Alkara took part in the October 7th Massacre in communities in southern Israel and was a significant anti-tank missile operative who carried out attacks on IDF troops during the war.

Hamas missile operative who took part in massacre eliminated

Three UAVs from Syria and Iraq intercepted

IDF fighter jets intercept UAV that approached Israel from Syria. Separately, a corvette missile ship and fighter jets successfully intercept two UAVs that approached Israel from the east.

Three UAVs from Syria and Iraq intercepted

After UAV explodes in north

Reports of Israeli strikes deep in Lebanese territory

Media in Lebanon report Israeli strikes in the country after a drone exploded near the Golani junction, about 50 km from the border with Lebanon.

Reports of Israeli strikes deep in Lebanese territory