Iran

Iran's neighbors fear retaliation

Following the US strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, nations across the Middle East and beyond voice alarm over potential retaliation and escalating tensions. Global leaders call to renew diplomatic efforts.

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Iran threatened US homeland with attacks from sleeper cells

Iran reportedly threatened the US with sleeper cell attacks if its nuclear facilities were struck, a message delivered to President Donald Trump before recent strikes, according to NBC News.

Trump on Iran strikes:

'Biggest damage took place far below ground level'

US President says that US strikes obliterated" Iran's nuclear facilities, causing "monumental damage" as shown by satellite images.

Tensions rise:

Iran proxies eye US bases amid retaliation fears

US officials detect Iran-backed militias preparing retaliatory attacks on US bases in Iraq and potentially Syria, following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, according to The New York Times.

After Iran strikes

US warns of 'heightened threat'

Following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, the Department of Homeland Security issues a bulletin warning of a "heightened threat environment." The alert highlights potential cyberattacks from pro-Iranian actors, possible violent mobilization by extremists, and increased antisemitic or anti-Israel plots.

Sirens in central Israel

One missile from Iran intercepted

IDF identifies missile launch from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. The missile was intercepted, no reports about injuries received.

Danon at UN Security Council:

'When time ran out, America showed courage'

Israel’s UN Ambassador praises the US for "removing the greatest existential threat" to global security after strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. The US and Israel defend the action as self-defense, while Iran condemns it as a violation of international law.

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B-2 bombers return to Missouri after strike on Iran

B‑2 Spirit stealth bombers return to Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri after completing their precision strike mission on Iran’s nuclear sites.

Trump wonders:

'Why wouldn’t there be a regime change in Iran?'

Following successful US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, President Trump hints at the possibility of regime change in Iran: If the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!

Ambassador Danon:

'The world should say thank you to Trump'

Israeli Ambassador to the UN praises US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, says that the entire world should thank President Trump for "protecting the free world with strength and moral clarity."

Regime Change in Iran is possible- here is how to do it and why

Two views on changing the regime: The path forward is neither naive appeasement nor reckless regime change. It is strategic democratic pressure combined with calculated covert support. Opinion.

Fmr. Mossad Chief:

Work for regime change, Khamenei's assassination not ruled out

Ex-Mossad chief says U.S. strikes dealt major blow to Iran's nuclear ambitions, urges Israeli leadership to pursue regime change in Tehran.

'Pathetic loser':

President condemns GOP holdout on Iran operation

President denounces GOP lawmaker's opposition to Iran strike as disloyal and harmful.

Mizrachi holds global prayer gathering after US strikes in Iran

Against the backdrop of the war with Iran, the World Mizrachi Organization hosted a special live online event today featuring a joint prayer for the success of the Israeli forces.

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Israel struck Iranian defenses ahead of US Fordow strike

Coordinated Israeli and US strikes targeted Iranian defenses ahead of assault on Fordow nuclear facility.

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.

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Special simulation of the US strike on Iran

Using the information that has been made public, i24NEWS used AI to create a simulation of the strike on three Iranian nuclear facilities.

2,200 km away:

IAF strikes missile storage facilities near Yazd for first time

Israeli Air Force targets Khorramshahr missiles in central Iran, disrupting planned attacks and degrading enemy capabilities.

Secretary Rubio:

'Iran thought they could play the game they have for 33 years'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Fox News about Operation Midnight Hammer - the US attack against Iran's nuclear facilities.

Vance:

Iran set back 'many years' by US precision strike

Vice President says strike eliminated nuclear threat, offers chance to reset diplomacy with Tehran.

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IAF strikes four Iranian cities at once

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

Lapid:

'The world has become safer since last night'

Opposition leader Yair Lapid visited the site of a recent Iranian missile strike in Tel Aviv today, and delivered a statement contrasting Israel and its allies with the Iranian regime.

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Before US strikes, Israeli attacks dealt Iran a ‘severe blow’

The IAF hit over 50% of Iranian missile launchers, has flown over 1,000 sorties, hitting nuclear sites, missile production and even Iranian fighter jets and refueling jets. Report.

Iran expert:

'Regime in survival mode, Iranians realize they have lost all'

INSS analyst Beni Sabti says Tehran struggling to project strength after a US strike, indirect messages of negotiation possibly already underway, amid internal turmoil and strategic failuresa.

IDF Spokesperson:

'Iran now paying price for years of regional terror'

Brig. Gen. Efi Defrin confirms US struck nuclear sites in Iran and announces recovery of three bodies of Israeli hostages from Gaza, 'Regime’s ability to threaten Israel is being dismantled piece by piece.'

EU leaders call on Iran to restart nuclear talks after US strikes

German, British leaders and EU officials urge Iran to engage in negotiations with the US in the wake of America's strikes on Iran's nuclear program.

Following Trump's strike in Iran:

Jews in Israel pray and give thanks

Following US strike on Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, backed by President Donald Trump, Jewish communities across Israel offered special prayers of thanks, calling it a historic turning point and a modern-day Purim.

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Border Police rescue elderly woman after direct rocket hit

Border Police officers rescue an elderly woman and her dog from a fortified room in a central Israel home hit directly by a rocket amid Iran's missile barrage.

IAF strikes dozens of military targets in Iran

IAF strikes Iranian F-5 jets at Dezful Airport and neutralizes missile launchers poised to target Israel. Dozens of military sites across Iran hit in coordinated IDF operations.

Missiles launched from Iran

30 missiles in two barrages, 10 impact sites

Iran launches a large and extensive barrage at Israel hours after the US joined the war. About 30 missiles were fired in two barrages.

Iranian FM threatens US and Israel following strike on Fordow

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi condemns US for its overnight strike on Fordow nuclear facility, calling it a 'grave violation' of international law and vowing that Iran reserves the right to respond.

EU continues to accuse Israel of violating human rights in Gaza

'Findings predetermined and reflective of double standards, ignoring extended humanitarian aid.': Israeli officials respond to leaked EU foreign policy report claiming Israel is breaching its human rights commitments in Gaza.

Hamas and Houthis condemn US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities

Hamas condemns US airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites, holds the US and Israel responsible. Yemen's Houthi rebels also denounce the strikes, expressing full support for Iran.

Herzog thanks Trump:

'A decisive moment between axis of terror and axis of hope'

President Isaac Herzog thanks US President Donald Trump after the US struck Iran’s nuclear facilities: This brave step serves the security and safety of the entire free world.

Israeli official reveals US, Israel practiced Iran attack

An Israeli official confirms to ABC News that, a year ago, the US and Israel conducted an unprecedented military exercise, simulating offensive strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The drill, planned under the Biden administration, wasn't expected to be immediately relevant.

Trump:

'Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been obliterated'

After US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, President Trump announces a "spectacular military success," and warns Iran to make peace or face greater future attacks: There will be either peace or there will be tragedy.

Earthquake strikes Iran near military base

Earthquake measuring 5.1-magnitude shakes northern Iran, causing tremors felt as far as Tehran and raising concerns due to its proximity to Semnan province military base.

'Imminent attack' thwarted:

Cypriot police foil terror attack, arrest IRGC-affiliated suspect

Cypriot authorities arrest British citizen suspected of planning 'direct attack' on the island, allegedly targeting British military bases.

Teenager's life spared by millimeters

Itay Mason, 16, from Netanya, was hit by shrapnel from an Iranian missile. The fragments missed his arteries by millimeters.

Pager operation #2?

Reports of sabotage among Iran's missiles

Beni Sabti, an expert on Iran, describes a new sign of sabotage among Iran's missiles.

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Khamenei has already selected his potential successor

Iran's Supreme Leader has provided Iran's Assembly of Experts with three names to succeed him if he is eliminated in a conflict with Israel.

Missiles launched from Iran

Sirens sounded across Israel

Sirens sounded across Israel after the IDF identifies missile launches from Iran. Initial assessments say at least 10 missiles were fired.

IAEA warns:

'Significant danger' at Iran's Natanz nuclear facility

The IAEA reports "radiological and chemical contamination" at Iran's Natanz nuclear facility, with IAEA chief Grossi warning of "significant danger" from alpha particles following Israeli strikes that likely damaged centrifuges.

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.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemns: Iran targets civilians

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oren Marmorstein condemns Iran after an Iranian missile hit a mosque in Haifa, emphasizing Iran's deliberate targeting of civilian areas and its disregard for the lives of people of all faiths.

23 missiles launched at Israel

At least two severely injured from direct hit in Haifa

MDA reported fallen projectiles in Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Be'er Sheva, Ashkelon, and Haifa. Initial reports of two individuals who were severely injured in the north.

Iranian threat call targets Religious Zionism CEO Yehuda Vald

Religious Zionist Party CEO Yehuda Vald dismisses threatening phone call, calling it part of Iran’s psychological warfare campaign against Israeli public figures.

Report: Nuclear scientist assassinated in Tehran

Iran reported a targeted attack on an apartment in central Tehran. Israel confirms that the target was a senior nuclear scientist, who specialized in the field of weaponry.

Sirens in southern Israel

Missile fired from Iran, damage in Be'er Sheva

IDF identifies missile launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel. Sirens sounded in southern Israel. Impact reported in Be'er Sheva, resulting in damage to vehicles and an apartment. Five people lightly injured.

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.

British Foreign Secretary:

'There’s a two-week window for Iran diplomacy'

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy meets Secretary of State Rubio to discuss Iran, stresses there is a "window" of two weeks to prevent wider conflict and ensure Iran never acquires nuclear weapons.

After Israeli strikes

Revolutionary Guards reshuffle intelligence leadership

Iran's Revolutionary Guards appoint Brigadier General Majid Khadami as their new intelligence chief after his predecessor, Mohammed Kazemi, was eliminated in an Israeli strike.

'Appalling Iranian strike'

British Minister condemns missile attack on Be'er Sheva hospital

British Minister for the Middle East and North Africa, Hamish Falconer, condemns Iran’s missile attack which hit Soroka Hospital: Hospitals must never be targeted.

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Trump delayed Iran strike due to concerns over 'another Libya'

According to The New York Post, President Trump is delaying the decision on potential US airstrikes in Iran due to concerns about creating "another Libya" if the regime is toppled.

MK Benny Gantz:

‘We are nearing the decisive stages - we must not stop’

Benny Gantz issues a statement following a security briefing with the Prime Minister: "We are nearing the decisive stages of Iran’s nuclear project - we must not stop."

Hezbollah leader:

'We will act as we see fit in Iran-Israel conflict'

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem declares the group will "act as we see fit," pledging full support for Iran amid US warnings against involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.

Merci Israel!

Thanks for being fully who you really are. You're a beautiful People. And above all, let's thank the God of Israel for helping his People. Op-ed.

IRGC threatens pro-Netanyahu new channel

Iranian outlet threatens missile strike on Israel's Channel 14, calling it a 'terrorism support center' for backing Netanyahu; demands immediate evacuation.

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.'

SA Chief Rabbi denounces government's support for Iran

Chief Rabbi Dr. Warren Goldstein says pre-emptive attack saved Israel and the Jewish People from 'another Holocaust.'