Iran

Diaspora Minister:

'It won't be simple, but we will reach our ultimate goal'

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli visited the scene of the deadly Iranian missile strike in Beit Shemesh and vowed that Israel would carry on despite the losses.

Israelis injured in drone strike on apartment in Abu Dhabi

Iranian drone hits apartement housing Israelis in Abu Dhabi, two lightly wounded.

President Herzog:

'We will bring a new era to both Israel and Iran'

President Isaac Herzog on Sunday visited the scene of an Iranian missile impact in Tel Aviv, delivering remarks to the people of Israel and the broader Middle East.

IDF Spokesman:

'This is their strategy - targeting civilians'

IDF Foreign Spokesman Nadav Shoshani on Sunday accused the Iranian regime of deliberately targeting civilians following a deadly missile strike in Beit Shemesh.

Report:

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad killed

According to Iranian reports, the former president was killed alongside his bodyguard in a recent strike on the country.

Regional escalation

Iran attacks a European nation for the first time

Israel confirms that two missiles launched by Iran toward Cyprus fell into the sea, marking the first Iranian attack directed at a European country.

UK forces conduct defensive operations in Middle East

British PM, Kier Starmer, says UK forces are protecting 'our people, our interests and our allies'

40 Iranian commanders eliminated in opening strikes

IDF spokesperson confirms that dozens of commanders were killed in the opening strike of Operation Roaring Lion, including Iranian Chief of Staff Abdolrahim Mousavi.

Once in a generation opportunity:

Netanyahu speaks to Iranian nation in Farsi

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a video in Farsi directly addressing the Iranian people, urging them to seize a “once-in-a-generation opportunity" to take action and overthrow the regime.

1st time in op

IDF launches wave of strikes in heart of Tehran

The IDF announces that for the first time in Operation "Roaring Lion", the Air Force has launched a broad wave of attacks against Iranian terrorist regime targets in the heart of Tehran

IDF confirms

Ali Khamenei, 'father' of the plan to destroy Israel, is dead

The IDF confirmed that Ali Khamenei was killed in an air force strike on the leadership compound in the heart of Tehran,

Operation Roaring Lion

IDF reveals scope of strikes in Iran

More than 1,200 munitions were dropped by Israeli Air Force fighter jets over the past 24 hours. The IDF released footage of preparations and aircraft takeoffs for the strike in Iran.

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Israel Air Force conducts overnight strikes in Iran

Dozens of Israel Air Force fighter jets attack and complete another wave of strikes to destroy Iran's missile and defense systems.

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Statue of Khamenei toppled after Iranian dictator's elimination

Iranian citizens cheer the fall of the image of the dictator who ruled over them for 35 years.

Trump

'Iran had better not carry out its threat to strike harder today'

US President warns that Iran will be struck 'with a force that has never been seen before' if it carries out its threats.

Missiles launched from Iran

Nearly an hour of sirens across Israel

Missiles fired from Iran toward Israeli territory, triggering sirens nationwide. After about an hour, the Home Front Command announces that residents may leave protected spaces.

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The announcement of Khamenei’s death on Iranian television

Watch as the hosts on Iran’s state-run media tearfully announce the death of Khamenei.

Iran officially announces: Khamenei eliminated

Official media outlets in Iran confirm Supreme Leader was eliminated in joint strikes by the US and Israel. 40 days of mourning declared.

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CENTCOM strikes targets in Iran

US Central Command publishes footage of its strikes on Iranian missile launchers as part of Operation Epic Fury.

Report:

Saudi, Israeli leaders urged Trump to strike Iran

President Trump launched Saturday’s strike on Iran after weeks of lobbying by Israeli and Saudi leaders, according to The Washington Post.

Report:

Israel, US strikes timed for Khamenei’s meeting with inner circle

Sources tell Reuters that Iran’s Supreme Leader was meeting with top aides when Israel and the US launched the strikes that eliminated him.

Trump:

'I know exactly who may replace Khamenei'

President Trump tells CBS News he knows who could replace Iran’s Supreme Leader after his elimination, adding that a diplomatic solution with Iran is now “much easier" to achieve.

Hegseth:

Iran ‘suffering the consequences’ after refusing a deal

US Secretary of War in statement following the launch of Operation Epic Fury: For almost fifty years, Iran has targeted and killed Americans. Unlike any previous president, President Trump began dealing with this cancer.

US Amb. Waltz to UNSC:

'This moment in history requires moral clarity'

Addressing an emergency Security Council session, Mike Waltz says Operation Epic Fury targets Iran’s missile and proxy networks to prevent a nuclear threat.

Iranian Crown Prince:

Regime successor to Khamenei ‘doomed to fail’

After President Trump confirms Khamenei’s elimination, Reza Pahlavi urges security forces to abandon the regime and calls for decisive action in the streets.

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IDF takes out dozens of Iranian missile launches

IAF completes another wave of strikes targeting the ballistic missile array and aerial defense systems in western and central Iran.

Mamdani, Harris condemn strikes on Iran

NYC mayor and former vice president denounce joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran as 'reckless escalation' and 'a war of choice.'

Jewish leaders back decisive action against Iran

Leaders of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations issued a statement supporting the USA and Israel in their attacks against Iran.

Operation Roaring Lion:

Iranian defense leadership eliminated

The operation began with a preemptive strike after the IDF identified several locations throughout Tehran in which senior officials of the Iranian defense establishment had gathered.

End of a dictator:

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei eliminated

Israeli source says data received by defense echelon indicates that Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamanei has been eliminated in the heart of Tehran.

Canada sides with U.S. and Israel against Iran

Ottawa affirms Israel's right to self-defense, stresses that Iran is a central source of terrorism and instability, and commits to continuing sanctions.

World leaders condemn Iran attacks, call for diplomacy

Many world leaders reacted to the war with Iran. Numerous officials called for a return to diplomacy, while Gulf states condemned Iran's attacks against them.

IDF spokesperson:

Iranian regime has not abandoned its plan to destroy Israel

IDF and US Armed Forces launch broad and joint campaign to thoroughly degrade the Iranian terrorist regime, remove existential threats to the State of Israel.

IDF conducts largest military flyover in IAF history

IDF executes largest-ever military flyover with 200 fighter jets, targeting Iran's missile and defense systems in a major strike across western and central Iran.

Iranian Prince Reza Pahlavi:

'Fellow Iranians - we must remain focused on reclaiming Iran'

The Leader of the Iranian Democratic Opposition, Prince Reza Pahlavi, today issued a video message to the Iranian people, following the start of Operation Roaring Lion, telling them to be patient and await his instructions.

Strike on Iran:

Israel estimates Khamenei eliminated

Israel announces start of new Iran operation, sirens sound throughout Israel.

Trump:

Iran is ‘not going far enough’ in nuclear negotiations

President Trump expresses frustration with Iran's refusal to make a more substantial deal on nuclear issues, emphasizing their lack of commitment to forgoing nuclear weapons.

Rubio to visit Israel amid growing tensions with Iran

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Israel from March 2-3 to discuss regional issues, including Iran, Lebanon, and Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan for Gaza.

IAEA report:

No access to Iran's nuclear sites after war

New IAEA report reveals Iran has denied access to nuclear sites bombed in June, leaving key details of its uranium stockpile unverified.

Amid rising tensions

Countries warn citizens against travel to Israel and Iran

Several countries, including France, Britain, and Germany, advise citizens against traveling to Israel and Iran due to escalating tensions. Warnings include heightened security risks and possible border closures.

IDF Spokesperson reassures Israelis amid rising tensions

IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin reassures the public, saying the military is monitoring Iran closely and remains on high alert. This comes after the US Embassy in Israel announced staff evacuations.

Trump on Iran strike:

'I don't want to, but sometimes you have to'

President Trump says he has not yet decided on military action against Iran, expresses dissatisfaction with the country's negotiations, but indicates further talks will take place.

Public diplomacy expert:

'Israel must act independently'

Public diplomacy expert Ran Bar-Yoshafat calls for Israel to counter misinformation worldwide, stresses the need for independent media voices in Israel to counter biased coverage.

Looming Iran strike

US evacuates embassy families, suggests citizens leave Israel

State Department authorizes the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of US government personnel due to safety risks.

53% of Israelis

Opposition was wrong to boycott meeting with Indian PM

A majority of the public (59%) believes that avoiding a U.S. strike on Iran would be a very bad outcome for Israel.

Vance:

'No chance' US strikes on Iran would lead to long-term war

VP JD Vance tells The Washington Post that potential strikes on Iran would not lead to a prolonged US war, outlines diplomatic and military options.

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Trump briefed on military options in Iran amid talks

Navy Adm. Brad Cooper briefs President Trump on military options regarding Iran, as US-Iran talks in Geneva show progress, according to ABC News.

Iranian FM:

Progress made in 'intense' talks with US

In a post on social media, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reports progress in US-Iran talks in Geneva, with technical teams set to meet in Vienna soon.

Dr. Kedar to Arutz Sheva:

Iran takes Israel more seriously than they do the US

Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Iran does not feel threatened by President Trump’s remarks and argues only a clear ultimatum would deter Tehran.

Iran-US meeting ends, Omani FM claims 'significant progress'

Oman reports progress after Geneva talks as US and Iran prepare for consultations and technical discussions in Vienna next week.

CIA posts Farsi guide for Iranians seeking secret contact

Farsi-language post outlines security steps, including VPN and disposable devices, for Iranians seeking to contact the US intelligence agency.

Propaganda video shows Iranian Jews supporting regime

Official Iranian media publishes Hebrew-language video showing Iranian Jewish community demonstrating in support of IRGC.

Satellite imagery reveals: US squadron arrived at IAF base

US providing Israel with stealth squadron, advanced air defense capabilities, report says.

Iran offers investment to stave off US strike

Iran is reportedly seeking to draw the United States into investment opportunities as a way to revive diplomacy and avert a military confrontation.

Fetterman:

'US has unique opportunity to reshape Iran'

Sen. John Fetterman expresses support for military flexibility against Iran, stating the regime is at its weakest in decades.

Report:

Trump's advisers suggest Israel strike Iran first

Senior advisers to President Trump suggest Israel strike Iran first to bolster US support for action, according to Politico. Those close to the president believe that “we’re going to bomb them".

Rubio:

'Iran poses grave danger to the US, beyond its nuclear ambitions'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran poses a grave threat beyond its nuclear program, citing ballistic missiles and naval capabilities ahead of US-Iran talks in Geneva.

Vance:

'US has evidence Iran is rebuilding nuclear program'

Vice President JD Vance says the US has evidence Iran is attempting to rebuild its nuclear program, stresses Trump prefers diplomacy but retains other options.

The Iranian proposal the US will find difficult to accept

An Arab diplomat who has reviewed key clauses in the draft Iranian proposal claims that Tehran is prepared to reduce its uranium enrichment level from 60% to below 4%.

Witkoff: Iran deal must have no time limits

Ahead of Geneva talks, Steve Witkoff reportedly told a private gathering the Trump administration will not accept time-limited nuclear restrictions on Iran.