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IDF launches strikes on Iran's Hamadan and Tabriz air bases, successfully dismantling the latter. Dozens of Iranian aerial defense targets, UAVs, and surface-to-surface missile launchers also destroyed.
PM Netanyahu addresses Iranians in a video after Operation Rising Lion, stating it clears the path for their freedom by targeting the Islamic regime's nuclear and missile threats and urging Iranians to seize this opportunity for liberation.
Iranian missile barrages targeting Israel Friday and Saturday kill one woman and injure dozensof others. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim retaliation for "Operation Rising Lion." Defense Minister vows "heavy price."
Senator Lindsey Graham enthusiastically praises Israel's strikes on Iran, calling them "one of the most impressive military strikes... in Israeli history."
After Iran's retaliatory missile strike, IDF Spokesperson urges adherence to safety guidelines, emphasizing the ongoing operation's necessity to neutralize threats.
IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin confirms that Israel struck Iran's nuclear facility in Isfahan, part of "Operation Rising Lion." The strike targeted a uranium "reconversion" site.
Following the start of Israel's "Operation Rising Lion" in Iran, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivers fiery threats against the Jewish state, declares Israel would not emerge "unscathed".
New York Times IRGC Quds Force Commander Esmail Qaani was eliminated in an Israeli strike in Iran. Israeli sources express doubt, stating he's alive.
US President Donald Trump responds to Israel’s strike on Iran, saying Tehran missed repeated chances to make a deal. 'They are all dead now, and it will only get worse.'
Channel 12's Ehud Yaari says he received message allegedly from Iranian hacker, offering solution to Gaza war. 'Someone in Iran put serious effort into this.'
Rabbi Moshe Hillel Hirsch instructs all haredi institutions to suspend studies; Rabbi David Stav calls for private Shabbat prayers due to the national emergency. Both urge full adherence to Home Front Command directives to protect lives.
President Isaac Herzog comments on Operation Rising Lion, calling it a necessary response to Iran’s existential threat and emphasizes Israel’s right to self-defense.
Trump tells Fox News he was aware of Israel’s strikes in Iran beforehand but emphasizes the US was not militarily involved: "We will defend Israel if necessary."
Iran’s Supreme Leader vows harsh retaliation after senior IRGC commanders and nuclear scientists killed in an Israeli strike: Israel has doomed itself to a bitter and cruel fate.
The Iranian enemy is like a snake which bites without any benefit to itself, it comes solely from the desire to harm and destroy.
Channels in Iran associated with the Revolutionary Guards report explosions in Tehran. Defense Minister Israel Katz immediately declares a special state of emergency throughout the entire territory of the State of Israel. Israeli airspace shut down.
US Secretary of State in statement after Israel launched Operation Rising Lion: Let me be clear - Iran should not target US interests or personnel.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues statement following the launch of "Operation Rising Lion" in Iran.
Israel is poised to attack Iran within days if a US nuclear proposal is rejected, The Wall Street Journal reports. A senior Israeli official warns of a strike by Sunday if Iran doesn't halt fissile material production.
Amid escalating tensions and reports of an impending Israeli strike, US President Trump reaffirms commitment to a diplomatic resolution for the Iran nuclear issue.
During a House hearing, Rep. Ro Khanna presses Defense Secretary Hegseth on avoiding war with Iran and Israel's role. Hegseth affirms the administration's commitment to peace, avoids direct commitment on US military action.
Commentator Zvi Yehezkeli on Iran-US negotiations: "It’s better to topple the regime - because without the regime, there’s no nuclear program. That’s the core threat."
The US Embassy issued a warning ordering government employees to avoid leaving Tel Aviv, Be'er Sheva, and Jerusalem.
At United Hatzalah Gala, US envoy Steve Witkoff vows unwavering support for Israel, denounces Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and affirms commitment to bringing hostages home.
Israel completes preparations for potential strike on Iran, US Special envoy Steve Witkoff warns nuclear Iran poses an existential threat to both Israel and the US, urging unified action to stop it - no matter what the cost.
According to The Washington Post, the US State Department has ordered embassies within striking distance of Iranian assets across the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Northern Africa to convene emergency action committees.
Amid rising tensions with Iran, the US military has authorized the voluntary departure of troops’ dependents from various Middle East locations, including Bahrain and Kuwait, officials say.
The execution of Mojahed Kourkouri draws sharp condemnation from rights groups and raises new questions over judicial fairness in Iran's post-protest crackdown.
Blaze at Kavian Methanol plant in Dayyer leaves multiple casualties; emergency response underway.
US President Donald Trump admits he’s 'less confident' than before about securing a nuclear deal with Iran, vows Tehran will not obtain a nuclear weapon, deal or no deal.
Western powers submit a resolution to the UN's nuclear watchdog condemning Iran's "non-compliance" with its nuclear obligations.
CENTCOM Commander General Michael Kurilla briefs Senate on proxy wars, nuclear risk, and strike readiness.
A 13-year-old boy from Tel Aviv was arrested after allegedly being recruited by Iranian operatives through Telegram to carry out graffiti attacks and gather intelligence in exchange for money, including filming the Iron Dome.
Iran's atomic chief announces that Russia will construct eight new nuclear power plants, with four slated for Bushehr. The move is part of Iran's plan to triple its nuclear energy capacity.
Iran's Foreign Ministry announces indirect nuclear talks with the US will continue in Muscat next Sunday, while also deeming Washington's latest proposal unacceptable.
After speaking to Netanyahu, President Trump reveals Iran's involvement in indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a hostage release. He calls Iranians "tough negotiators" on a nuclear deal, citing their unacceptable demands on uranium enrichment.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has reportedly urged senior haredi politicians to refrain from supporting the dissolution of the Israeli government, stressing that political stability is vital for confronting the Iranian threat.
Iran's parliament speaker states that the latest US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief, calling it "dishonest."
Iran’s intelligence agency says it has obtained thousands of secret documents detailing Israel’s nuclear program.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will deliver response to the US nuclear proposal in the coming days, prioritizing Iranian interests. Officials in Israel concerned an agreement would see continued uranium enrichment on Iranian soil.
US sanctions over 30 individuals and entities in an Iranian "shadow banking" network, accused of laundering billions globally. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent states this system is a "critical lifeline" for Iran's destabilizing activities.
An indictment was filed against an eastern Jerusalem resident for being paid by Iran to put up a sign supporting the outgoing ISA chief over the Prime Minister at the entrance to a Jerusalem tunnel.
Israel has reportedly assured the White House it will not strike Iranian nuclear facilities unless President Trump indicates negotiations have failed. This comes amid US concerns about a potential Israeli preemptive strike.
President Trump signs a proclamation banning travel from 12 countries, fully restricting entry for their nationals, and partially restricting entry from seven others, citing national security risks.
Western policy makers must focus on Iran’s pursuit of nuclear power, but also keep in mind that Iran’s conventional and ballistic power is a chief catalyst of global wars and terrorism. Opinion.
The alleged spy was accused of transporting equipment used in the assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.
Iran's Supreme Leader says accepting US proposal to end Iran's nuclear weapons program would violate the principle of Iranian independence, credits predecessor Khomeini for decline of US position in the world and rise of anti-Zionism.
A senior Iranian official indicates Tehran's openness to a US proposal for a regional uranium enrichment consortium, contingent on its operation within Iran.
'This President will stand up for Americans of all religions, of all faiths, of all creeds; to Jewish Americans at home, across the country, this President has your back,' says White House Press Secretary.
Deputy FM Haskel addresses Iran’s nuclear threat, rising antisemitic violence, humanitarian effort in Gaza, and France’s unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state, 'Unilateral actions may lead to unilateral actions on Israel’s part too.'
The ISA and the Israel Police uncovered a suspect from eastern Jerusalem who was allegedly working on behalf of Iran.
New details have been cleared for publication on how Iran persuaded a Vizhnitz Hasid to carry out a series of espionage tasks.
Latest US proposal would allow Iran to enrich uranium to a low level for an undetermined but limited time in a shift away from the Trump Administration's previous position that Iran cannot be allowed to enrich uranium.
Roya Sabat, a Baha’i citizen residing in the United Arab Emirates, returned to Shiraz in January 2024 to care for her elderly, ailing parents. Then her nightmare began. Opinion.
Iranian diplomatic source states Iran will reject the Trump Administration's proposal that would see the regime end its uranium enrichment.
Iran issues a stark warning to European powers, threatening retaliation if they exploit the latest UN report on its escalated uranium enrichment to reimpose sanctions.
Iran strongly objects to the IAEA's new nuclear report, calling it "politically motivated" and blames Israel for supplying "unreliable and misleading information" to the agency.
President Herzog reacts to the IAEA's report revealing Iran's accelerated uranium enrichment and non-compliance, urges the international community to "act now to stop Iran," stressing that allowing Iran to possess a nuclear weapon is unacceptable.
In rare move, Prime Minister's Office issues English statement on Shabbat, calling on international community to act immediately after an IAEA report reveals Iran's growing stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
Western powers are poised to declare Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations at the upcoming IAEA board meeting, a move anticipated to strain US-Iran talks and anger Tehran.
