Northern Arrows

CIA Chief:

'Misjudgments could lead to wider regional war'

CIA Director Bill Burns warned that while neither side was interested in an all-out war, 'misjudgments' between Israel and Iran could still inadvertently lead to a major escalation.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah headquarters commander

Suhail Hussein Husseini who played a crucial role in weapon transfers between Iran and Hezbollah and was responsible for distributing the advanced weaponry among Hezbollah’s units, was killed in a strike on Beirut.

US officials:

Washington no longer pushing Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

US officials tell CNN the US is no longer pushing to revive its proposed deal for a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and is instead focused on shaping and limiting Israeli operations in Lebanon and against Iran.

Barrage fired from Lebanon, sirens in Gush Dan and Sharon

IDF says five projectiles were launched from Lebanon into Israeli territory. Residents of central Israel and the Sharon report hearing explosions, likely as a result of interceptions.

IAF jets strike 120 targets in Lebanon in under an hour

In a large-scale airstrike that lasted about an hour, 100 air force planes attacked more than 120 terrorist targets of Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes in Beirut

IAF aristrike targets the Dahieh neighborhood of Beirut in the same area where Hassan Nasrallah's successor, Hashem Safieddine, is believed to have been killed last week.

Injured in battle in Lebanon:

IDF reservist Aviv Magen dies of his wounds

Command Sergeant Major (res.) Aviv Magen, age 43, succumbs to injuries following battle on Israel-Lebanon border.

Third IDF division joins fighting in Lebanon

The 91st Division has begun targeted, limited, and localized operations in southern Lebanon.

Cleared for publication:

Master Sergeant Etay Azulay fell on the Lebanese border

During the incident in which Master Sergeant Etay Azulay fell, two soldiers were severely injured. The soldiers were evacuated to hospital for medical treatment.

Rocket barrage from Lebanon:

10 injured in Haifa and Tiberias

Ten people injured in rocket barrage from Lebanon towards Haifa and Tiberias. Victims evacuated to Poria and Rambam Hospitals.

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The tunnel Hezbollah planned to use to invade Israel

Soldiers raided and dismantled an underground tunnel system. The tunnel system contained a combat compound used by Hezbollah terrorists as a hideout and a base for attacks on northern Israel.

Footage from Lebanon

IDF soldiers uncover ambush laid by Hezbollah

During one of the targeted raids, the forces uncovered an ambush laid by Hezbollah, as well as weapons in a vehicle belonging to Hezbollah terrorists. Additionally, a pit booby-trapped with explosives was located and destroyed.

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Firefighters rescue dog from house that was hit by missile

Firefighting teams operated at the scene of a house fire in Ma'alot in northern Israel. After searching the home no one was found to be trapped. Four firefighters rescued a dog from the blaze and returned it to its owners.

Netanyahu to troops in north:

'You are the generation of victory. The world is amazed'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited an IDF base on the northern border and heard about the destruction of Hezbollah's capabilities that has been achieved during the ground effort and the use of intense fire.

Southern Lebanon:

IDF forces locate Radwan force armed vehicles and launchers

Hundreds of weapons were discovered in civilian buildings, including a vehicle containing weapons the Radwan Forces intended to use in terrorist attacks.

Attack on alleged Iranian factory in Syria

Online reports claim that Israel attacked a car factory near Homs.

Bereaved mother:

'No angel stopped the knife, our hero is gone'

Harel's father, Rabbi Ahiad Etinger, was murdered in a terrorist shooting attack in 2019. Harel was one of the first soldiers to fall in battle in southern Lebanon.

Fallen soldier's father:

'He wasn't born a hero, he made himself one'

Dov, the father of Captain Eitan Oster, spoke about his son's dedication to the mission and his final moments.

2 surface to surface missiles fired at Haifa area intercepted

Hezbollah continues to fire projectiles at northern Israel on Sunday morning, with Red Alert sirens being activated in the areas of ​​Haifa, Caesarea, Zichron Ya'akov, and Hadera.

The heroic battle of the Egoz Unit in Lebanon

Hezbollah terrorists concentrated around one of the fallen in the building, and Radwan reinforcement vehicles quickly approached the scene, but the Egoz fighters managed to thwart the abduction of their comrade.

Home Front Command relaxes restrictions for central Israel

In Carmel region, Wadi Ara, Menashe, Samaria, Sharon, Dan, and coastal plains, gatherings of up to 2,000 people are now permitted.

IDF spokesman: Israel on high alert for October 7 terror attacks

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari responds to recent events, promises Israel is prepared for potential terror attacks on first anniversary of October 7 massacre, adds Israel will respond to Iran missile attack 'in a place and time of our choosing, according to the directives of the political echelon.'

Netanyahu to Macron:

Israel will win with you or without you

'Israel will fight until the battle is won - for our sake and for the sake of peace and security in the world,' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promises.

IDF spokesman reveals:

IDF destroyed Lebanon tunnel intended for use in invading Israel

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari says over 2,000 Hezbollah terror infrastructure destroyed, 440 terrorists killed.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah's head of communications networks

The IDF eliminated Mohammad Rashid Sakafi, Head of the Hezbollah terrorist organization's communication networks.

Golani Brigade in southern Lebanon:

Destroying weapons hidden in civilian homes

First 24 hours of the Golani Brigade's operations in Lebanon: Hezbollah's Regional Commander, the Engineering Forces Commander, and the Regional Firepower Commander in the area of combat eliminated.

IDF eliminates terrorist responsible for soccer field massacre

Khider al-Shaebia, Hezbollah terrorist responsible for the July murder of 12 Druze children playing on a soccer field in northern Israel, is eliminated in an IAF strike.

Report: Nasrallah's successor eliminated

Israeli security source tells Sky News Arabic that Hezbollah's new leader, Hashem Safieddine, was eliminated.

Paratroopers Captain Ben Zion Falach fell in southern Lebanon

Falach, 21, is the ninth soldier to fall in combat in southern Lebanon since the start of the ground operation. His twin brother is also fighting in Lebanon.

Two IDF soldiers killed by UAV launched from Iraq

Sergeant Daniel Aviv Haim Sofer and Corporal Tal Dror, both 19, were killed by a missile launched early Wednesday morning from Iraq towards northern Israel.

Netanyahu:

'Iran's axis of evil seeks to destroy us, this will not happen'

Netanyahu expresses condolences after eight IDF soldiers fell during combat in Lebanon: May God avenge their blood. May their memory be a blessing.

Eight soldiers fell in battle in Lebanon

The IDF has cleared for publication that eight soldiers have been killed in action just before Rosh Hashanah.

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36th division enters Lebanon

Before crossing the border, Division Commander Brig. Gen. Moran Omer told the troops: ' There is no challenge that we can't overcome and no mission that we won't complete.'

Residents complain:

'There are no bomb shelters in young settlements'

Israel National News - Arutz Sheva receives dozens of complaints which reveal an untenable situation: There are no bomb shelters or protected spaces in dozens of Judea and Samaria communities.

First footage released:

Commandos, paratroopers, battle in southern Lebanon

IDF soldiers eliminating terrorists at close range, destroying Hezbollah attack infrastructure.

Home Front restrictions removed: Are precautions still necessary?

The IDF's Home Front Command removed restrictions on large gatherings for Israelis in Jerusalem and Central Israel. Here's why you might not want to attend a large gathering.

Home Front restrictions removed

Gerrer hasidim to hold Rosh Hashanah events as usual

Thousands of Gerrer hasidim from around Israel are expected to spend the Jewish New Year in Jerusalem and Bnei Brak, following the Home Front Command's decision to remove restrictions on gatherings in Jerusalem and central Israel.

Lebanon:

Residents of 23 villages told to evacuate; IDF expands ground op

Soldiers from the IDF's 36th Division and other forces join the limited, targeted ground operation in Lebanon which began earlier this week.

IDF eliminates Commander of Hezbollah's Imam Husayn Division

The Imam Husayn Division division plays a significant role in combat and has carried out many terror attacks from Lebanese, Syrian, and Iraqi territory, including firing numerous anti-tank missiles, UAVs, and rockets toward communities in northern Israel.

Commander of weapons transfer between Iran, Hezbollah eliminated

The IDF Spokesperson's Unit announced that today, the IDF eliminated the terrorist Muhammad Ja’far Qasir, the Commander of Weapons Transfers from Iran to Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Netanyahu:

'Days of great challenges lie ahead, obey Home Front guidelines'

PM responds to reports that Iran is preparing for a significant attack against Israel, asks Israelis to obey the directives of the Home Front Command

Gallant:

'We're eliminating Hezbollah, dismantling Radwan Force'

Defense Minister briefed by Northern Command head on Operation Northern Arrows, shown weapons 'found by the IDF in areas from where Radwan forces planned to launch attacks to kill and kidnap Israeli citizens.'

IDF Spokesperson reveals Hezbollah’s plan to conquer the Galilee

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari details Hezbollah's plan to commit an October 7-style attack throughout northern Israel.

Cleared for publication:

IDF conducted dozens of counterterror operations in Lebanon

The IDF spokesman revealed that the IDF has been operating throughout the last few months in southern Lebanon, some of the time for several days in a row, and located terrorist tunnels. The operations were carried out up to 2-3 km from the border with Israel in the nearby villages.

In Jerusalem and central Israel:

Home Front Command limits gatherings on Rosh Hashanah

IDF restricts gatherings in Jerusalem and central Israel to 30 people outdoors, 300 indoors, following rocket barrage on central Israel. Central Selichot prayers at the Western Wall expected to be canceled.

MDA paramedic:

I was on the bus that got hit by shrapnel - this was a miracle

Shira Keidar, MDA paramedic who was on the bus hit by falling shrapnel and who treated the injured driver, recalls the blast and the miracle that followed.

Following start of ground op:

Three injured in barrage from Lebanon

Sirens sound in Tel Aviv, Petah Tikva, and multiple other communities after missile barrage launched from Lebanon; IDF reports between 3-5 launches, some of which were intercepted.

Defense Min.:

Ground op builds on measures to eliminate Hezbollah leadership

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaks with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, stressing importance of ground initiative in allowing Israelis from northern Israel to return home safely.

IDF spokesman:

'Our war is with Hezbollah, not the people of Lebanon'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari explains Israel's targeted raids in Lebanon, stresses, 'Hezbollah is the world's largest non-state army, southern Lebanon is swarming with Hezbollah terrorists and weapons.'

IDF spokesman to Lebanese:

Don't cross into area south of the Litani River

IDF Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee warns Lebanese to avoid traveling from north of the Litani River to the area south of it. 'There is intense fighting, Hezbollah is using you as human shields.'

'Don't fall in the trap'

Public debate in Iran over attacking Israel

While many on Iran's conservative side are pushing for an attack on Israel, reformists are warning against a war.

IDF operation in southern Lebanon 'unlike anything since 2006'

IDF's 98th Division begins targeted operations in southern Lebanon; IDF releases footage from preparations.

Gallant and Austin agree:

Hezbollah infrastructure along the border must be dismantled

US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister Gallant, reaffirms US support for Israel's right to defend itself.

Reports in Syria:

Israel strikes Damascus, three locals killed

Syrian state television reports that three local citizens were killed in an attack attributed to Israel, including a television presenter. Nine civilians were injured.

IDF confirms:

Limited ground operation in Lebanon begins

IDF begins limited, localized, and targeted ground raids based on precise intelligence against Hezbollah terrorist targets and infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

Ground incursion?

Lebanese army retreats, Israel attacks with artillery fire

Lebanese army retreats from border, Israel fires artillery into southern Lebanon.

Report:

US says limited Israeli operations in Lebanon have begun

Lebanese military evacuates 5 km from the Israel-Lebanon border in expectation of Israeli ground operation against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

Biden:

'I'm more comfortable with Israel stopping than ground operation'

US President calls for a "ceasefore now" in response to question about reports Israel will soon launch a ground operation in southern Lebanon.

Ground op in Lebanon?

IDF appoves plans for northern front

The Commanding Officer of the Northern Command, MG Ori Gordin, together with many division commanders, have been approving plans for the coming days at the Northern Command.

Yoav Gallant:

'The next stage in war against Hezbollah is about to begin'

Gallant to regional council heads in the north: 'The next stage in the war against Hezbollah will enable us to return the residents to their homes.'