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IDF arrests terror suspects in Syria

Troops from the IDF's 210th Division, deployed in southern Syria, conducted raids on weapons storage facilities and arrested multiple terrorist suspects.

Within 48 hours:

96th Division formed under Operation Rising Lion

Central Command’s Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth praises 96th Division's motivation and swift response to operational demands, enhancing readiness along Israel’s eastern front.

President Herzog:

'No justification for assault on IDF soldiers'

Israeli officials responded to the reports of a clash between soldiers and civilians Friday night, with support and condemnation for both sides.

Chief of Staff and Binyamin governor investigate riot claims

The Chief of Staff and Binyamin governor met at the scene of the clash between Israeli soldiers and civilians on Friday night to investigate the incident.

Hadassah Hospital:

Israeli boy was shot with a live round, not rubber

The Hadassah Ein Kerem Hospital reports that the boy injured by the IDF in the Binyamin region is hospitalized in the intensive care unit. He was struck with a live round, not a rubber bullet as initially reported.

Residents Claim:

'IDF fired indiscriminately, ramming claims were lies'

Residents of the Binyamin region denied reports that Israelis had attacked Israeli forces at a homestead in the region on Friday night, and said that Israeli troops fired indiscriminately into civilians nearby.

Jewish rioters assault soldiers in Binyamin region, 9 arrested

IDF and police disperse a group of Jews who violently attacked soldiers near Kafr Malik, injuring several. Nine arrested. A similar clash occurred Wednesday in al-Mughayyir.

IDF:

'Hezbollah rocket caused damage to civilian building in Lebanon'

IDF says rocket stored at Hezbollah site was inadvertently launched during Israeli strike, causing damage to civilian building. “The Hezbollah terrorist organization continues to endanger the residents of southern Lebanon.”

Intelligence head tells his soldiers to exhibit humility

Maj. Gen. Shlomi Binder acknowledged that despite the security achievements, Military Intelligence must exhibit “genuine humility” in light of the complexity Israel is facing.

Israelis arrested after attempting to reach Joseph's Tomb

IDF forces prevented an attempt by several groups of Israelis to reach Joseph's Tomb from several different entrances to the city of Shechem.

Israel reveals:

The dramatic information that led to Operation Rising Lion

The IDF publishes a summary of Operation Rising Lion, which dealt a decisive blow to Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, eliminated senior defense officials, and secured air dominance over Tehran.

COGAT:

Israel transferred 2,000 blood units to Gaza

COGAT delivers 2,000 blood units, medical supplies to Gaza as part of ongoing humanitarian aid effort.

Commander of Hatzerim Base:

'We saw the fires in Iran's nuclear bases with our own eyes'

The commander of Hatzerim Base described the tense moments in the cockpit during raids in Iran and the sense of relief on the way back to Israel.

Following day of loss

Yair Netanyahu joins special barbecue for IDF reservists

"This was just a small way for my family and me to show our deep appreciation to the heroes who are protecting our nation day and night", Yair Netanyahu said.

Special footage:

IAF F-15I jets en route to Tehran strikes

The Israel Air Force releases footage from Operation Rising Lion, showing Israeli F-15I jets on their way to strikes in Tehran, over 1,500 km from Israel.

IDF reports unusual incident near Ramallah

The IDF reports that an officer was lightly injured in clashes between Israelis and Palestinian Arabs after property in the village of al-Mughayyir in Binyamin was set on fire. Five individuals arrested.

President Herzog:

Operation Rising Lion 'a golden chapter in the story of Israel'

President visits IDF cyber command, praises digital innovation and battlefield success during key operation.

Fallen soldiers laid to rest

'We won't forget your smile and good-heartedness'

Families and friends mourned five of the seven fallen IDF soldiers in emotional funerals held across Israel, as loved ones paid tribute to their courage, character, and sacrifice following the deadly APC explosion in Khan Yunis.

Chief of Staff:

IDF commando forces operated in Iran

Lieutenant General Zamir states that Iran's nuclear weapons program was set back years and its ballistic missile program suffered a severe blow.

Investigation into disaster:

Terrorist threw explosive into APC, killing 7 soldiers

An initial investigation into the serious incident in Khan Yunis, where an officer and six soldiers from the 605th Combat Engineering Battalion were killed, reveals that the explosive was thrown into the military vehicle by a terrorist who climbed onto the APC.

IDF presents:

How to shoot down hundreds of Iranian attack drones

IAF publishes footage from the cooperation between Attack helicopter squadrons and personnel from the Aerial Control and Flight Surveillance Array to defend Israel from Iran's UAVs.

Point-blank:

The disturbing footage of Gaza terrorists' audacity

Videos published on social media in recent weeks show terrorists approaching military vehicles and firing at point-blank range at soldiers.

IDF Spokesman:

'We are ready to respond to any violation of the ceasefire'

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin announced the IDF's accomplishments before the ceasefire took effect and warned that Israel was ready to respond to Iranian violations.

Just Before Ceasefire:

Israel completes wave of bombings in Iran

Shortly before the beginning of the ceasefire took effect, the IDF attacked dozens of targets in Tehran and assassinated a senior nuclear scientist.

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.

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.

Southern Command Chief:

'We can't tolerate Hamas here, war won't end until threat ends'

MG Yaniv Asor emphasized the importance of the ongoing operations in the Gaza Strip alongside Operation Rising Lion, and the centrality of the IDF’s ultimate goal of defeating Hamas and returning all the hostages.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

600 Operations Each Night:

IDF Central Command chief reveals war progress

Commander of Central Command Avi Bluth and Samaria governor Yossi Dagan met today for a situational assessment on the war in Judea and Samaria.

Watch:

IAF strikes four Iranian cities at once

The IAF struck missile and UAV sites in Isfahan, Bushehr, Ahvaz, and-for the first time-Yazd.

Bodies of 3 hostages recovered from Gaza

In a special operation carried out by the ISA and the IDF, the bodies of the hostages Ofra Keidar, Yonatan Samerano, and Staff Sergeant Shay Levinson were recovered from the Gaza Strip yesterday

15 fighter jets

IAF completes strikes on missile launch sites in western Iran

15 IAF fighter jets complete a series of strikes in western Iran, targeting more than 30 munitions.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We must be ready for a prolonged campaign'

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir reveals Iran's plan to annihilate Israel, noting their missile capabilities had reached a "point of no return", emphasizes the need for a "prolonged campaign" despite early successes.

IDF eliminates commander of Hezbollah firepower array in Litani

IDF announces elimination of commander of Hezbollah’s firepower array in the Litani sector, responsible for multiple attacks on Israeli cities and rebuilding Hezbollah’s artillery forces in violation of previous understandings between Israel and Lebanon.

First operational use:

IDF intercepts UAV with Barak air defense system

The IDF confirmed that the IAF’s Aerial Defense Array ‘Barak’ system intercepted a UAV that crossed into Israeli territory.

IDF Spokesperson:

Air Force strikes nuclear and missile sites in Iran

IDF Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin reveals over 50 Israeli Air Force fighter jets strike key Iranian targets in Tehran, 'We are intensifying our offensive to remove the existential threat posed by Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.'

Missile manufacturing sites struck

More than 60 fighter jets conduct strikes in Tehran

Over 60 IAF jets strike dozens of Iranian military targets with 120 munitions. Strikes focused on Tehran's missile manufacturing sites, including those producing components and raw materials.

From the air and sea:

IDF intercepted over 95% of Iranian UAVs so far

IDF says over 95% of airborne threats intercepted as Air Force and Navy work in tandem to counter relentless Iranian UAV and missile attacks on Israeli civilians.

IDF Spokesperson:

Over 480 attack drones launched by Iran have been intercepted

IDF Spokesperson, Brigadier General Effie Defrin, delivers a message to Iran: ' Our actions are speaking louder than words: those who act against us are paying a heavy price.'

Chief of Staff:

We are now turning their 'ring of fire' on them

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits the IDF Intelligence Directorate. 'What we are doing here is historic—we are changing the face of the Middle East.'

'Hunt the officials down'

IDF intel chief reveals new details from Iran strikes

Major General Shlomi Binder praises successful operations against Quds Force leadership, calls for continued momentum in ongoing campaign.

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Gazan terrorist who attempted to fire mortar at troops eliminated

Forces located and dismantled a terrorist tunnel shaft inside a residential building in Shejaiya and a 500-meter-long underground tunnel route in the area.

Footage from western Iran:

IAF strikes launch sites as regime forces attempt to rebuild them

Aircraft targeted and dismantled the engineering equipment and eliminated dozens of soldiers of the Iranian Armed Forces operating in the area.

Watch:

IAF strikes Iranian nuclear reactor in Arak

The IDF released footage of the airstrike on the inactive nuclear reactor near Arak in Iran.

Tank soldiers complete emotional ceremony with powerful prayer

Tank soldiers complete emotional ceremony with a powerful prayer, emphasizing their dedication to the nation and their belief in G-d.

Home Front Command:

'God is on our side - and so are the Iranian people'

Captain Yael of the IDF Home Front Command issued a statement today from Soroka Medical Center in Be’er Sheva, following an Iranian missile attack that struck the hospital earlier in the day.

IDF demolishes home of terrorist who carried out Samaria attack

Engineering forces operate in village of Einabus to demolish the home of terrorist Samer Hussein, who carried out a shooting attack at the Gitti Avisar junction on November 29, 2024, injuring nine Israelis.

IAF launches strikes in Tehran

Israel Air Force launches wave of strikes in Tehran and other areas in Iran, a day after attacking a centrifuge production site in the capital. IDF spokesperson publishes evacuation warning for Arak-Khondab area.

Over 20 targets struck:

IDF hits Iran's nuclear and missile facilities

IDF completes series of strikes in Tehran, striking over 20 military targets, including nuclear weapons development project sites and missile production sites belonging to the Iranian regime in the area of Tehran.

IDF Spokesman:

IAF targets Iran’s military infrastructure in ongoing strikes

Brigadier General Effie Defrin outlines IAF strikes on Iranian military targets aimed at neutralizing an existential threat to Israel.

Since start of Iran op:

Over 600 aerial refuelings in Middle Eastern skies

The IAF’s aerial refueling aircraft support these fighter jets, conducting dozens of sorties and performing over 600 aerial refuelings in the skies of the Middle East thus far.

Cleared for publication:

Staff Sergeant Stav Halfon fell in battle in Gaza

Staff Sergeant Halfon, aged 20, from Petah Tikva, was killed by sniper fire in the southern Gaza Strip.

IDF Chief of Staff:

'We are not waiting, we are preventing threats'

IDF Chief of Staff stresses proactive defense strategy and commitment to hostage return in ongoing Gaza operations.

Operation Rising Lion

1000 Iranian explosive drones launched - no targets hit

Of the 400 ballistic missiles the Iranian regime launched at Israel, only 20 hit build-up areas. Of the 1000 UAVs, only 200 crossed into Israeli airspace, and none hit their targets.