Roaring Lion

Trump warns advisers:

Prepare for extended blockade of Strait of Hormuz

Iranian official says ball in US' court, demands 'mutual respect,' removal of blockade.

IDF strikes Hezbollah targets, eliminates terrorists in Lebanon

IDF eliminates three Hezbollah terrorists, strikes Hezbollah military infrastructure.

Amid Iran blockade

US forces seize and release ship in Arabian Sea

US Central Command announces that American forces temporarily seized a vessel suspected of heading to Iran in the Arabian Sea, later releasing it after confirming it would not dock in an Iranian port.

Trump:

'King Charles agrees that Iran will never get a nuclear weapon'

President Trump hosts King Charles III at a White House state dinner, declares that Iran has been militarily defeated and will never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.

Israel’s ultimatum for a deal in Lebanon

Officials in Israel are making it clear that extending the ceasefire until mid-May is the last opportunity for negotiations. “We will not wait forever."

10 km from border:

Hezbollah underground ‘safe city’ destroyed

IDF exposes and destroys a 2 kilometers long tunnel network in the Qantara area of southern Lebanon, where sleeping quarters, weapons stockpiles, and shafts leading to launchers were discovered.

Trump

'Iran told us it's in state of collapse'

US President says Iran is begging America to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the US blockade and war take their toll on the Islamic Republic.

Iranian Regime Fears:

Economic distress could ignite a new wave of protests

Iran's leadership held an emergency discussion amid fears of renewed protests. Security officials warned of economic collapse, mass unemployment and the shutdown of key industries.

Revealed:

The Mossad missions deep behind enemy lines

Mossad chief says award-winning operations deep inside Iran and Lebanon boosted intelligence, struck enemies, and reshaped Israel’s strategic posture.

Footage from Lebanon:

Troops dismantle more than 1,000 terrorist infrastructure sites

Troops located hundreds of weapons, including machine guns, Kalashnikov rifles, grenades, mines, pistols, anti-tank missiles, ammunition, RPG rockets, and mortar shells.

Hezbollah's new weapon wreaking havoc on the IDF in Lebanon

Hezbollah intensifies drone warfare with advanced FPV systems resistant to jamming, posing a growing challenge to IDF operations on the battlefield.

Southern Lebanon:

IDF soldier severely wounded in explosive drone attack

Two IDF soldiers were wounded, one severely and another lightly, as a result of an explosive drone impact during operational activity in southern Lebanon.

Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 over Iran-linked attacks

Bahrain revokes the citizenship of 69 people, saying they supported Iranian attacks and colluded with foreign entities.

Macron to press Iran on Strait of Hormuz reopening

French President says he will press Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as his Foreign Minister urges Tehran to make major concessions.

Trump skeptical of Iranian deal offer, officials say

US officials say Trump is dissatisfied with Iran’s proposal, which delays nuclear talks while focusing on maritime issues first.

Rubio:

'Iran cannot decide who uses Strait of Hormuz'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US rejects Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under conditions, calling it an unlawful bid for control.

Sources:

US-Iran gap may be narrower than it appears

Sources tell CNN quiet diplomacy between the US and Iran continues, with mediators pressing for a phased agreement in coming days.

White House

US 'discussing' Iran's Strait of Hormuz proposal

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt refuses to say that the Trump Administration is 'considering' the latest Iranian proposal.

Lebanese President, Hezbollah leader accuse each other of treason

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun defends negotiations with Israel, accusing Hezbollah of dragging the country into war and rejecting claims of treason.

Footage from Lebanon:

Golani troops eliminate terrorists, uncover weapons depots

Golani Brigade troops eliminated armed terrorists and uncovered weapons depots in southern Lebanon as part of ongoing efforts to counter Hezbollah threats.

Lebanon: IDF thwarts attempt to harm soldiers

IDF forces destroy Hezbollah command centers, terror infrastructure, while thwarting terror attacks on troops.

Iranian official: Trump waiting to renew attacks

Israel influencing US to renew fighting in Iran, Pakistan not neutral, Iranian officials allege.

Hezbollah weapons cache discovered in children's bedroom

IDF soldiers continue to remove threats south of Forward Defense Line, discovering numerous weapons located inside children's room in southern Lebanon.

Israel warns US: Hormuz easing would signal weakness to Iran

Jerusalem cautions that any relief on naval pressure could embolden Tehran and undermine prospects for a real disarmament deal.

US Army says 38 ships turned back in Iran port blockade

US Central Command says 38 ships have been turned back during the two-week blockade of Iranian ports.

Report:

Iran submits new Hormuz-focused proposal to US

Iran reportedly sends the US a new proposal via Pakistan prioritizing Hormuz deal first, delaying nuclear talks.

Idan killed, his lookout girlfriend witnessed the incident

The girlfriend of Sgt. Idan Fooks, who was killed in an explosive drone strike, witnessed the tragic moments of the incident from afar.

Mass-casualty concerns

Netanyahu cancels Lag Ba’Omer Meron celebrations

The decision follows security assessments and updated Home Front Command restrictions limiting gatherings in the Meron area and nearby communities close to the Lebanese border.

Restrictions tightened

IDF braces for escalation in the north

The Home Front Command is reinstating restrictions in the Confrontation Line area. Beginning Monday, gatherings in the area will be limited to no more than 1,500 people.

Report:

Israel sent Iron Dome system and troops to UAE during Iran war

Axios report reveals that Israel sent an Iron Dome system to the United Arab Emirates during Iran war, along with personnel who operated it on site.

Destruction in friendly Lebanese village sparks anger

IDF says it is looking into destruction of infrastructure in village where 220 residents fell fighting alongside IDF troops.

Is he really still alive?

Mural of dead Iranian leaders depicts Mojtaba Khamenei

A new mural in Mashhad depicting Mojtaba Khamenei among deceased figures fuels speculation about his condition amid reports of severe injuries and isolation.

'Taught what true joy is'

11-year-old Nesia is laid to rest

Large crowds attend funeral of 11-year-old Nesia Karadi, who died weeks after being critically wounded in an Iranian missile strike in Bnei Brak.

Pezeshkian says Iran won’t negotiate with US under threats

Iran’s president says Tehran will not enter talks with the US under pressure, demanding hostile actions and blockades end first.

Northern leaders slam ‘ceasefire’ amid continued Hezbollah fire

Northern leaders warn of 'fake ceasefire' as Hezbollah fire persists, accusing government of inaction while communities remain under constant threat.

After 20th Hezbollah ceasefire breach:

Netanyahu orders strikes in Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered IDF to strike 'vigorously' in Lebanon, PM's Office says.

Watch: 15 terrorists eliminated in southern Lebanon

Over the weekend, the IDF eliminated more than 15 terrorists in southern Lebanon.

Hezbollah anti-tank missile cache found in Lebanon

Troops locate anti-tank weapons and explosives in southern Lebanon as Hezbollah launches drones in latest ceasefire breach, with no injuries reported.

Footage from missile camera:

Paratroopers eliminate six terrorists in Bint Jbeil

IDF forces eliminate six armed Hezbollah terrorists in military camp in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon.

Trump: If Iran wants to talk, they can call

US President Donald Trump cancels representatives' trip to Islamabad, says 'too much time wasted on traveling.'

Ceasefire with Lebanon? Launches from Lebanon ongoing

Rockets, UAVs, launched from Lebanon shot down over northern Israel; additional rocket explodes in open area while contact is lost with UAV.

Iran denies planned US talks in Pakistan

Iran denies plans for US talks in Pakistan, rejecting White House claims and saying no negotiations are currently on the agenda.

Trump says Iran preparing offer to meet US demands

Trump tells Reuters Iran is preparing an offer to satisfy US demands as American envoys head to Pakistan for talks.

IDF strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah launchers in southern Lebanon after explosive drones target troops. No Israeli injuries reported.

Watch:

IDF identifies, eliminates six Hezbollah terrorists in Bint Jbeil

IDF troops eliminate six armed Hezbollah terrorists in Bint Jbeil, southern Lebanon, after a firefight. No Israeli soldiers injured.

US-Iran talks

Trump sends Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan

White House Press Secretary confirms Trump is sending Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for direct talks with Iran: “We’re hopeful that it will be a productive conversation."

11-year-old Nesia succumbs to injuries in Iranian missile strike

Doctors at Sheba Hospital pronounce dead young girl who was critically injured on Passover eve in a missile strike on Bnei Brak.

IDF strikes Hezbollah surveillance, foils drone attack

IDF forces struck Hezbollah surveillance and uncovered weapons caches as explosive drones launched by the group detonated near troops in southern Lebanon.

Vessels and energy facilities

Trump’s new targets in Iran revealed

The United States military is formulating a broad attack plan in case the ceasefire collapses, including the destruction of energy facilities and targeted assassinations of regime figures.

Trump:

'Peace between Israel and Lebanon is possible this year'

After announcing the extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire by three weeks, Trump tells reporters he hopes to host both leaders in Washington soon.

Danon: Lebanon ceasefire is not 100%

Israel’s UN envoy Danny Danon says Lebanon ceasefire is “not 100%," citing Hezbollah attacks and weak Lebanese enforcement.

Trump announces:

'Israel-Lebanon ceasefire will be extended by three weeks'

After attending Israel-Lebanon direct talks at the White House, Trump announces three-week extension of ceasefire.

Blatant ceasefire violation: Rockets fired at the Galilee

Hezbollah violates the ceasefire by launching several rockets toward Shtula in the western Galilee. Launches intercepted, no injuries reported.

Trump: I’m in no rush on Iran

Trump says Iran’s leadership is in turmoil and vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz shut pending a deal. "A deal with Iran must be everlasting, not temporary."

Israeli assessment

Approaching a renewal of fighting with Iran

Israeli officials estimate that by the beginning of next week, the position of the President of the United States will become clear, but stress that Israel is moving closer to renewing the fighting.

Defense Minister

'Israel prepared to renew war against Iran - targets marked'

Defense Minister Israel Katz says following a security assessment: “We are waiting for a green light from the United States - first and foremost to complete the elimination of the Khamenei dynasty and return Iran to the Dark Ages."

Severe espionage case:

Two IAF service members spied for Iran

Two Air Force technicians were arrested and charged after they allegedly sent information about fighter jet systems and footage from inside a military base to their Iranian handlers.

Trump:

Iranian leadership infighting 'crazy'

US President Donald Trump said Iran is facing deep internal divisions, describing a power struggle between hardliners and so-called moderates.

'There is to be no hesitation'

Trump orders action against mine-laying in Hormuz Strait

Trump orders US Navy to eliminate any vessel laying mines in the vital waterway while upping efforts to remove existing mines.

Wounded and isolated

How Iran’s new supreme leader is operating

A report in The New York Times reveals that Mojtaba Khamenei is seriously wounded and being kept under heavy concealment out of fear of assassination, with access to him severely restricted and messages delivered only through couriers.