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News and updates about Operation Rising Lion

Half building collapsed:

Elderly people cried for help from 5th floor

Six people, including an 8-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy, were killed by a missile strike in a residential neighborhood. 35 people are still missing.

Elderly people cried for help from 5th floor

Home Front Command Head:

Survivor rescued from rubble in Rehovot

Delivering a situational update Sunday morning following the Iranian attack in Bat Yam, where several people were murdered, Home Front Command Head underscores the critical importance of following Home Front Command directives.

Survivor rescued from rubble in Rehovot

Trump:

'US will come down on Iran as never before if they attack us'

US President says America had nothing to do with the latest IDF airstrikes in Iran, warns of dire consequences if Iran strikes at any American assets in the Middle East.

'US will come down on Iran as never before if they attack us'

Israeli officials:

'Iran operation to span weeks, US approves'

Israel's operation against Iran is projected to last "weeks, not days," with implicit US approval, according to White House and Israeli officials.

'Iran operation to span weeks, US approves'

Canada:

'Israel has the right to defend itself'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expresses support for Israel in its war against Iran: “Iran’s nuclear program has long been a cause of grave concern."

'Israel has the right to defend itself'

'Alpha on target - Strike'

Watch: IAF combat helicopters down Iranian drones

IAF attack helicopters intercepted Iranian drones that were en route to strike Israel.

Watch: IAF combat helicopters down Iranian drones

Two suspected of Iranian-directed security offences

The Rishon Lezion Magistrate's Court issued a 30-day gag order regarding a sensitive security-related case involving Iran.

Two suspected of Iranian-directed security offences

Members of the same family:

Four women murdered in missile strike on Tamra

Five members of the same family were murdered when a missile hit a three story home in the town of Tamra.

Four women murdered in missile strike on Tamra

Several drones infiltrate northern and southern Israel

IAF intercepts three drones in southern Israel. Sirens sound in northern Israel as well.

Several drones infiltrate northern and southern Israel

Officials confirm:

Israel requested US assistance in eliminating Iran nuclear threat

Israeli officials say US involvement is essential to neutralising Iran's Fordow nuclear facility.

Israel requested US assistance in eliminating Iran nuclear threat

Israeli official:

Strike on Iranian Supreme Leader not off limits

The source made clear that the conflict would only conclude if Iran either voluntarily dismantles its nuclear program or if Israel succeeds in permanently preventing its revival.

Strike on Iranian Supreme Leader not off limits

In opening strike:

IDF eliminated over 20 senior Iranian commanders

Gholam-Reza Marhabi, Iran’s top intelligence officer, and Mohammad Bagheri, commander of the IRGC’s missile array, named among figures killed in Israel's Operation Rising Lion.

IDF eliminated over 20 senior Iranian commanders

Tehran is burning

Significant strike in Iran's capital

Dozens of IAF fighter jets launch massive strike in Tehran, targeting central fuel terminal and weapons depots. Defense Minister Israel Katz: 'Tehran is burning.'

Significant strike in Iran's capital

Unique footage: Iranian UAV intercepted over Galilee Panhandle

Video posted online shows UAV is flying at high speed as interceptor missile ascends, then descends and precisely strikes the hostile aircraft.

Unique footage: Iranian UAV intercepted over Galilee Panhandle

Yisrael, Eti, and Yevgenia killed in Iran strike

Yisrael Aloni, 73, and two 74-year-old women, Yevgenia Blinder and Eti Cohen Angel, were killed after an Iranian missile hit Rishon Lezion and Ramat Gan; over 60 others were wounded, including seven IDF soldiers.

Yisrael, Eti, and Yevgenia killed in Iran strike

Helping Israel in Its War for Survival

Thousands of IDF soldiers were called up on emergency orders on Friday following the outbreak of war with Iran. They need our help to win the war. In response to the situation, a crowdfunding campaign has been launched for reserve soldiers.

Helping Israel in Its War for Survival

Mossad activity in Iran sparks outrage, arrests reported

Iranian media report seizure of UAV-laden trucks and vehicles allegedly used by Israeli agents. five citizens arrested for alleged collaboration with Mossad.

Mossad activity in Iran sparks outrage, arrests reported

Israel strikes top Houthi commander in Yemen

An Israeli strike in Yemen on Saturday night reportedly targeted a senior commander of the Houthi militia, believed to be Chief of Staff Mohammed al-Amari.

Israel strikes top Houthi commander in Yemen

Pres. Herzog to world leaders:

Stand with Israel against nuclear Iran

Israeli President Isaac Herzog calls on international community to support Israel’s campaign to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran, warning the regime’s ambitions threaten not only Israel but global peace.

Stand with Israel against nuclear Iran

IDF hits Iranian missile site featured in regime propaganda video

IAF jets target underground site housing cruise and surface-to-surface missiles, including launch shafts, as part of efforts to dismantle Iran’s missile array.

IDF hits Iranian missile site featured in regime propaganda video

Netanyahu:

'We are in a battle for our existence, follow safety guidelines'

Standing beside a public shelter, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urges Israelis to heed Home Front Command directives, stressing that reaching protected spaces saves lives. 'Guard your life, protect your body,' he stressed, quoting the Torah.

'We are in a battle for our existence, follow safety guidelines'

Actress's home destroyed by missile strike

Actress Sarit Vino-Elad lost her house to an Iranian missile strike in Ramat Gan over Shabbat.

Actress's home destroyed by missile strike

Chief of Staff to air crews:

'Unprecedented achievement in the history of the IDF'

Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir meets with Tel Nof Airbase crews, praising their courage and precision in the ongoing strikes on Iran. 'An unprecedented achievement.'

'Unprecedented achievement in the history of the IDF'

IDF spokesman: Recent strikes in Iran focused on Tehran

IDF spokesman Effie Defrin updates on Israeli operation to eliminate Iranian nuclear threat, adds, 'We struck two significant targets of the Natanz nuclear facility program, dealt significant blow to existential threat presented by Iran.'

IDF spokesman: Recent strikes in Iran focused on Tehran

Netanyahu:

Iranian regime bombing civilians, we are targeting terrorists

Prime Minister Netanyahu gave a video congratulating President Trump and the US Army on their birthdays and emphasized that Israel is fighting for more than just itself.

Iranian regime bombing civilians, we are targeting terrorists

In opening strike:

IDF eliminates nine senior Iranian nuclear scientists

IAF jets strike dozens of sites across Iran, eliminating nine top nuclear experts central to Iran’s nuclear weapons program and representing decades of scientific expertise.

IDF eliminates nine senior Iranian nuclear scientists

Watch:

Israeli Air Force and Navy intercept Iranian UAVs

Israeli Navy missile boat intercepts five UAVs launched from Iran since Saturday morning; IAF strikes dozens of surface-to-surface missile launchers in Iran.

Israeli Air Force and Navy intercept Iranian UAVs

Emergency measures remain in effect:

No school or work nationwide on Sunday

IDF lifts directive to remain near shelters for now, but extends state of special emergency protection measures through Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

No school or work nationwide on Sunday

Israeli intel: Iran still holds 2,000 missiles

Senior Israeli intelligence official reveals: Iran retains around 2,000 ballistic missiles, additional strikes planned. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows: 'What they’ve felt so far is nothing compared to what’s coming.'

Israeli intel: Iran still holds 2,000 missiles

IDF:

'Road to Tehran paved' as IAF gains freedom to strike in Iran

IDF says Iranian missile strikes may resume in the coming hours, IAF airstrikes have crippled key Iranian air defenses, enabling expanded operations over Tehran; Fordow nuclear site still untouched.

'Road to Tehran paved' as IAF gains freedom to strike in Iran

200 missiles launched:

Three killed, dozens injured in Iranian attacks

Missiles launched by Iran have killed three civilians and injured nearly 90 others in central Israel, with heavy damage reported in residential areas.

Three killed, dozens injured in Iranian attacks

Trump to Axios:

'Israel strike boosts Iran nuclear deal chances'

President Trump tells Barak Ravid of Axios he believes Israel's strike on Iran likely improved prospects for a US-Iran nuclear agreement, contrary to concerns it would jeopardize diplomacy. Trump states he thinks Iran now has a stronger incentive to negotiate seriously.

'Israel strike boosts Iran nuclear deal chances'

Operation Rising Lion:

IDF dismantles air bases and missile sites

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.

IDF dismantles air bases and missile sites

Netanyahu to Iranians:

'Rising Lion' paves way for your freedom

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.

'Rising Lion' paves way for your freedom

Iran retaliates:

Iranian missiles kill woman, injure dozens of others

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."

Iranian missiles kill woman, injure dozens of others

'Well done to an ally!'

Sen. Graham lauds Israeli strikes on Iran

Senator Lindsey Graham enthusiastically praises Israel's strikes on Iran, calling them "one of the most impressive military strikes... in Israeli history."

Sen. Graham lauds Israeli strikes on Iran

IDF Spokesperson:

'More interceptions possible, we're eliminating the threat'

After Iran's retaliatory missile strike, IDF Spokesperson urges adherence to safety guidelines, emphasizing the ongoing operation's necessity to neutralize threats.

'More interceptions possible, we're eliminating the threat'

IDF strikes Iranian nuclear facility in Isafahan

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.

IDF strikes Iranian nuclear facility in Isafahan

Khamenei threatens:

'Zionist regime faces bitter fate'

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".

'Zionist regime faces bitter fate'

Dramatic report

Quds Force commander eliminated

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.

Quds Force commander eliminated

President Trump:

‘I always knew the date for Israel's attack on Iran'

President Trump reveals that Israel’s military action followed a 60-day deadline he set for Iran to agree to a revised nuclear deal. After Iran failed to comply, Trump said he anticipated the strike. Despite tensions, the US remains open to renewed talks.

‘I always knew the date for Israel's attack on Iran'

Netanyahu on Iran:

'The greatest threat to humanity'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reveals order to neutralize Iran’s nuclear threat was given in November 2024. IDF has begun calling up reservists, while Iran’s new IRGC chief threatens that 'the gates of hell will soon open.'

'The greatest threat to humanity'

Home Front Command:

'We are fully prepared for possible retaliation'

'This is a real state of emergency,' senior Home Front Command official reveals Israel's extensive readiness for potential enemy retaliation; calls on public to avoid community prayers in synagogues.

'We are fully prepared for possible retaliation'

Chief Rabbis:

Do not hold prayers in synagogues

Chief Rabbis and Torah sages urge prayer, Torah study amid security emergency

Do not hold prayers in synagogues

CAM chief:

Iran a global terror threat, world must stand with Israel

Combat Antisemitism Movement head Sacha Roytman urges global backing for Israel’s strike on Iran, warning the regime is nearing nuclear capability and fuels worldwide terror. 'This is not the time for silence. This is the time to stand with Israel.'

Iran a global terror threat, world must stand with Israel

Effie Defrin:

IDF inflicted major damage on Natanz, eliminated top commanders

IDF spokesperson Effie Defrin confirms Israel’s strike on Iran’s Natanz nuclear site, revealing details of the site and warning of a prolonged campaign. At least 20 senior Iranian commanders were reportedly eliminated in the opening strike.

IDF inflicted major damage on Natanz, eliminated top commanders

IDF confirms:

Iranian Air Force commander and top brass eliminated

IDF confirms elimination of IRGC Air Force commander, senior Air Force chain of command eliminated along with him.

Iranian Air Force commander and top brass eliminated

Trump:

'Iran’s leaders are dead — make a deal before it’s too late'

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.'

'Iran’s leaders are dead — make a deal before it’s too late'

Watch:

IAF continues intercepting UAVs launched towards Israel by Iran

IAF continuing to intercept Iranian UAVs launched towards Israel following Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear facilities.

IAF continues intercepting UAVs launched towards Israel by Iran

Dramatic footage: Mossad special unit operates in heart of Iran

In rare move, Mossad releases series of videos from Israeli strikes deep inside Iran, showcasing the operations of a special unit operating at the heart of Iranian territory.

Dramatic footage: Mossad special unit operates in heart of Iran

Defense Minister:

Strike eliminated top Iranian military leaders, nuclear officials

Defense Minister Israel Katz briefed Friday on elimination of most of Iran’s top air force command during a strike on an underground base.

Strike eliminated top Iranian military leaders, nuclear officials

IAF official:

Israel's strike on Iran 'complex, decisive — but far from over'

Senior Israeli Air Force official details operation targeting Iran's nuclear and military infrastructure, calling it a carefully timed, multi-front mission involving over 100 aircraft.

Israel's strike on Iran 'complex, decisive — but far from over'

Israel destroys Natanz nuclear facility, shoots down Iranian UAVs

Israel destroys Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility, intercepts over 100 UAVs launched by Iran. Home Front Command updates guidelines for Israeli public.

Israel destroys Natanz nuclear facility, shoots down Iranian UAVs

Israel strikes Iran's aerial defense system

IDF completes large-scale strike against Iranian regime's aerial defense array in western Iran.

Israel strikes Iran's aerial defense system

IDF intelligence chief:

Israel fighting 'existential campaign' against Iran

Intelligence Directorate on high alert and fully prepared, Maj. Gen. Shlomi Binder says, stressing strike against Iran a critical step in neutralizing a growing existential threat.

Israel fighting 'existential campaign' against Iran

Mossad established explosive drone base — in the heart of Iran

Israeli security source reveals: How the IDF and Mossad carried out an operation deep inside Iran.

Mossad established explosive drone base — in the heart of Iran

Naftali Bennett: Israel struck Iran at 'last possible moment'

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett praises Israel’s strike on Iran as crucial act of self-defense, warning Tehran was nearing possession of ten nuclear warheads.

Naftali Bennett: Israel struck Iran at 'last possible moment'

IDF reveals Iranian plan to destroy Israel

Israel has collected and analyzed vast quantities of intelligence materials that reveal the regime's plan: “The Destruction of Israel Plan.”

IDF reveals Iranian plan to destroy Israel

Amid security crisis:

Rabbinic leaders urge compliance and private prayer

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.

Rabbinic leaders urge compliance and private prayer

Watch:

Israeli Air Force fighter jets heading out for strikes in Iran

IDF releases footage of aircraft, pilots, as they take off to strike key Iranian targets in Operation Rising Lion.

Israeli Air Force fighter jets heading out for strikes in Iran