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Starmer:

'Britain to allow US use of bases for limited defensive purpose'

British PM Keir Starmer says the UK will not join strikes on Iran but will allow US use of British bases for defensive action, citing collective self-defence and protection of British lives.

'Britain to allow US use of bases for limited defensive purpose'

Trump to Iranian military:

'Lay down your arms or face death'

Trump issues video statement on the operation in Iran, vows continued action as he calls on Iranian forces to surrender.

'Lay down your arms or face death'

Heavy missile barrage

One seriously injured from rocket impact in Jerusalem

Sirens sounded in several areas in Israel, with several casualties in Jerusalem and central Israel.

One seriously injured from rocket impact in Jerusalem

Trump:

Iran operation to take 'four weeks or less'

Trump tells Daily Mail Iran operation is a 'four-week process,' confirms three US casualties, says strikes are going as planned.

Iran operation to take 'four weeks or less'

Arab affairs analyst :

After two days of strikes, Iran is stuttering

Channel 12 veteran Arab affairs correspondent Ehud Yaari believes Iran is looking to end the war by surrendering to the US demands.

After two days of strikes, Iran is stuttering

Beit Shemesh:

Iranian missile was targeted by the wrong interceptor system

According to senior officials, the likelihood that the Arrow system would have succeeded in intercepting the ballistic missile was significantly higher than that of the system actually launched.

Iranian missile was targeted by the wrong interceptor system

Squadron Commander:

'Every strike reduces the threat to Israel'

The commander of Squadron 107, who led strikes in Iran, describes the feelings during the mission assigned to him.

'Every strike reduces the threat to Israel'

Air superiority:

IDF destroys IRGC Intelligence, Air Force HQ in Tehran

After achieving air superiority over Tehran, the IDF struck dozens of IRGC and intelligence headquarters, degrading Iran’s command-and-control.

IDF destroys IRGC Intelligence, Air Force HQ in Tehran

Beit Shemesh

Helmet-cam footage from the scene of the deadly missile strike

Footage filmed by a camera mounted on the helmet of a member of the Fire and Rescue Service Special Rescue Unit shows the scene of the disaster during rescue attempts.

Helmet-cam footage from the scene of the deadly missile strike

Beit Shemesh:

First responders share scenes of devastation

First responders from the scene in Beit Shemesh shared grim accounts of trapped victims and widespread destruction after an Iranian missile struck a civilian neighborhood, leaving nine dead so far and dozens more injured.

First responders share scenes of devastation

Over 700 sorties

Air Force clears the way to Tehran within 24 hours

IAF operating with air superiority in Iran, striking ballistic missile launchers, headquarters, Iranian air defense systems, and command centers of the Iranian terrorist regime.

Air Force clears the way to Tehran within 24 hours

Middle East a safter place

IDF: Elimination of top Iranian terror axis officials complete

Elimination of Ali Khamenei in Tehran constitutes the culmination of a sustained effort to eliminate the senior leadership of the Iranian terror axis over the past two and a half years.

IDF: Elimination of top Iranian terror axis officials complete

On the roof of the Kirya

Netanyahu pledges: Intensity of strikes will only grow

Standing on the roof of the military headquarters in the heart of Tel Aviv, the Prime Minister says that the combined US-Israeli forces 'enables us to strike the terrorist regime decisively.'

Netanyahu pledges: Intensity of strikes will only grow

IDF destroys Iranian internal security headquarters

A short while ago, the Israel Air Force, guided by IDF intelligence, completed an additional wave of strikes targeting dozens of command centers and headquarters belonging to the Iranian terror regime.

IDF destroys Iranian internal security headquarters

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.

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

Israelis injured in drone strike on apartment in Abu Dhabi

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

Israelis injured in drone strike on apartment in Abu Dhabi

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.

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

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.

'This is their strategy - targeting civilians'

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.

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad killed

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.

Iran attacks a European nation for the first time

UK forces conduct defensive operations in Middle East

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

UK forces conduct defensive operations in Middle East

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.

40 Iranian commanders eliminated in opening strikes

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.

Netanyahu speaks to Iranian nation in Farsi

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 launches wave of strikes in 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,

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

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.

IDF reveals scope of strikes 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.

Israel Air Force conducts overnight strikes in Iran

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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.

Statue of Khamenei toppled after Iranian dictator's elimination

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.

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

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.

Nearly an hour of sirens across Israel

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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.

The announcement of Khamenei’s death on Iranian television

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.

Iran officially announces: Khamenei eliminated

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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.

CENTCOM strikes targets in Iran

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.

Saudi, Israeli leaders urged Trump to strike Iran

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.

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

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.

'I know exactly who may replace Khamenei'

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.

Iran ‘suffering the consequences’ after refusing a deal

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.

'This moment in history requires moral clarity'

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.

Regime successor to Khamenei ‘doomed to fail’

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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.

IDF takes out dozens of Iranian missile launches

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.'

Mamdani, Harris condemn strikes on Iran

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.

Jewish leaders back decisive action 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.

Iranian defense leadership eliminated

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.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei eliminated

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.

Canada sides with U.S. and Israel against Iran

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.

World leaders condemn Iran attacks, call for diplomacy

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.

Iranian regime has not abandoned its plan to destroy 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.

IDF conducts largest military flyover in IAF history

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.

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

Strike on Iran:

Israel estimates Khamenei eliminated

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

Israel estimates Khamenei eliminated

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.

Iran is ‘not going far enough’ in nuclear negotiations

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.

Rubio to visit Israel amid growing tensions with Iran

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.

No access to Iran's nuclear sites after war

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.

Countries warn citizens against travel to Israel and Iran

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.

IDF Spokesperson reassures Israelis amid rising tensions

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.

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

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.

'Israel must act independently'

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.

US evacuates embassy families, suggests citizens leave Israel

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.

Opposition was wrong to boycott meeting with Indian PM

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.

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