Roaring Lion

Clashes in Lebanon:

Hezbollah terrorist squad eliminated, IDF soldier lightly wounded

Terrorists launched an anti-tank missile toward the forces. In a swift response, the troops engaged and eliminated the terrorists in a ground encounter.

Home Front Command releases dramatic footage of missile strike

Home Front Command releases footage from Tel Aviv security camera, revealing power of blast waves and the destruction a single missile strike can cause. 'Don't gamble with your lives.'

Danon to UN Security Council: 'You have 15 seconds'

Israeli Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon sounds sirens at Security Council meeting, asks members to make split-second decision. 'You have 15 seconds to decide who to rescue first.'

Dramatic increase in scope of strikes on Iran

IDF data reveals number of strikes in Iran over four times higher than during 2025's Operation Rising Lion; new list of targets approved.

Miracle in Kiryat Shmona

Window of child's bedroom in Kiryat Shmona shatters, landing glass on the bed of five-year-old whose parents' quick thinking saved his life.

Twice-injured commander: 'I want to return to my soldiers'

IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin visits H., IDF company commander wounded for a second time during fighting in southern Lebanon. 'You are true heroes, the entire nation of Israel owes you so much.'

Iran's demands in negotiations with USA

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has dictated a hardline stance in the talks, with demands including the closure of US bases in the Middle East and immunity from Israeli strikes.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terror cell

Command center in Dahieh, gas stations funding Hezbollah, destroyed; Hezbollah terrorists firing at IDF troops eliminated.

New details on Caspian Sea strike

A new report claims that the strike at Bandar Anzali port targeted infrastructure used to transfer Shahed drones and ammunition between Russia and Iran.

Amb. Huckabee:

No one is stranded in Israel

U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee pushed back Wednesday against criticism that the American mission in Israel is neglecting citizens amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Government proposes: Daycare compensation plan

Proposed plan would offer three options for daycares to receive compensation for days off due to war, return payments to parents.

IDF strikes cruise missile production sites deep in Tehran

IAF strikes two Iranian cruise missile production sites in Tehran used to develop long-range naval missiles.

IAF hits terrorists fleeing targeted facility in Lebanon

IDF troops operating in southern Lebanon destroy Hezbollah weapons sites and command centers, IAF strikes eliminate terrorists fleeing southern Lebanon weapons facility.

Again:

GOP rejects bill requiring Congress approval for Iran strikes

US Senate votes to reject a Democratic resolution that would require President Donald Trump to obtain congressional approval for future military action against Iran, marking the third failed attempt by Democrats since the conflict began.

Report:

Iran prefers Vance over Kushner and Witkoff in US talks

Iranian representatives reportedly inform the Trump administration they do not want to negotiate with special envoy Steve Witkoff or Jared Kushner, preferring Vice President JD Vance instead.

US and Israel barred

Iran allows 'non-hostile' ships through Strait of Hormuz

Iran announces it will permit “non-hostile" ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz if coordinated with Iranian authorities, while excluding US, Israeli and other “aggressor" vessels.

Report:

US sent Iran a 15-point plan to end the war

The Trump administration has delivered a 15-point plan to Iran aimed at ending the four-week war, according to The New York Times. Pakistan's army chief serves as the main channel.

Drone footage: Scene of missile impact in Bnei Brak

A barrage toward central Israel caused significant damage in Bnei Brak and left several people injured. The drone unit of United Hatzalah documented the scene from above.

Months before her wedding

Nuriel Dubin murdered in Hezbollah rocket barrage

Nuriel Dubin, 27, murdered as Hezbollah launches a barrage of 38 rockets towards northern Israel. Two others injured.

Trump:

'Iran gave us a big gift, we're dealing with the right people'

President Donald Trump says Iran gave the US a 'very big present' tied to the Strait of Hormuz, signaling progress despite deep mistrust.

Baby, 6 others wounded in missile strike in Bnei Brak

During the widespread barrage from Iran, a missile or interception fragment hit a building in Bnei Brak. A child was moderately injured and was evacuated for medical treatment.

After attempts to rebuild:

Iranian military industry suffers major blow

IAF strikes a major plant where the Iranian regime developed and produced explosive materials for a variety of weapons.

Reporting under fire:

Northern correspondent takes cover on the road on-air

Northern Israel correspondent Uriya Keshet was reporting from an impact site when sirens began to sound once again.

Iranian missile lands near Beirut

A missile launched from Iran fell in the Beirut area. In Lebanon, it is believed the target was the U.S. Embassy, while a U.S. official claims the missile was aimed at Cyprus.

'Direct hit, Alpha, well done'

Watch: Loaded rocket launcher destroyed in Iran

IDF publishes footage of a strike on a ballistic missile launcher that was loaded and ready to be used for missile launches toward Israeli territory.

Report:

Saudi Crown Prince pressing Trump to escalate war against Iran

Report says Saudi Crown Prince urged President Trump to continue military campaign against Iran, warning that ending the war prematurely could leave a lasting regional threat.

'The walls turned to dust'

Resident recounts survival after missile strike destroys home

Nadav Katan describes devastation after Iranian missile levels his apartment, credits instinct and shelter for saving his life moments before impact

Man seriously injured by missile strike in the Negev

A man from the Bedouin community was seriously injured, while his wife and two young children were lightly injured by a missile fired from Iran.

National Cyber Authority:

50 Israeli companies 'digitally erased'

The head of the National Cyber Authority reveals the scope of Iran's cyberattacks against Israel and warns that the war in cyberspace will continue even after a ceasefire.

Massive shrapnel fragments crash at a farm in Binyamin

Heavy shrapnel hit the Chesed Olam farm in the Binyamin region, which has recorded 366 sirens since the war began and suffered major damage after a fire destroyed its main building last week.

NYC Councilman answers Pope:

Maybe you should go to confession

Pope Leo suggested recently that Christian political leaders who start wars should "go to confession". NYC Councilman James Gennaro responds.

Watch:

Missile debris falls near Samaria highway junction

A large piece of an Iranian missile fired in this morning's barrage (Tuesday) toward central Israel fell near the Gitai Avisar junction in Samaria. There were no casualties.

Indictment:

Jerusalem brothers impersonate 8200 soldier

According to the indictment, two brothers fabricated information, using AI to produce documents, which they delivered to an Iranian agent named "David," receiving payment of over NIS 100,000.

Israel will not join March of the Living due to war

Due to the security situation and restrictions at Ben-Gurion Airport, some 1,000 Israelis and 60 Holocaust survivors will not march this year from Auschwitz to Birkenau.

Araghchi's secret message to Witkoff

The Iranian foreign minister said he came 'with the consent and blessing of Mojtaba Khamenei,' while the contacts were conducted in secret and without informing Israel.

Direct hit on building in Tel Aviv

Sirens heard in central Israel. Missile with a cluster warhead strikes a building in Tel Aviv. Interception fragments cause fires in Rosh HaAyin and Netanya.

Pakistan offers Islamabad as venue for US-Iran talks

Pakistan's Foreign Office says Islamabad is "already ready" to host direct talks between the US and Iran to end the ongoing war, if both sides agree.

Strait of Hormuz closure

Bahrain seeks UN mandate to counter Iran threats

Bahrain submits UN Security Council draft authorizing "all necessary means" to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian threats. Resolution backed by Gulf states and US.

Report:

2,200 US Marines to arrive in Mideast on Friday

Thousands of US Marines set to arrive in Middle East Friday aboard USS Tripoli and USS New Orleans, after Trump extends ultimatum for Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz.

Report:

Trump eyes Iran's Parliament Speaker as potential deal partner

Politico reports that the Trump admin quietly views Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a potential partner or leader for negotiations to end the conflict.

Amid talks of a deal

US military publishes footage from Iran

Amid declarations of progress in negotiations with Iran, the US Military published footage of strikes on regime targets, stating that it continues to 'aggressively strike Iranian military targets with precision munitions.'

Southern Lebanon:

Radwan Force terrorists surrender to infantrymen

Givati Brigade soldiers in southern Lebanon identified several armed Hezbollah Radwan Force terrorists who were planning to fire an anti-tank missile; the terrorists subsequently surrendered.

The call that changed the decision on Iran

Reuters reports: less than 48 hours before the start of the war, Netanyahu spoke with Trump and presented him with an opportunity to strike the Iranian leadership.

Netanyahu responds to Trump

'Israel's interests will be preserved even with an agreement'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded for the first time to President Trump’s statement regarding efforts to end the war. “We will safeguard our interests."

'Larger-than-life'

Ofer Moskowitz, killed by friendly fire, is laid to rest

Ofer Moskowitz, mistakenly killed by IDF artillery fire in Misgav Am, was laid to rest as family members paid emotional tributes.

Israel assesses: US has set a date to end the war

US President Donald Trump announced a five-day delay to a planned strike on Iran’s electrical infrastructure, saying: “They want to reach an agreement." Officials in Tehran deny the claim.

'Humiliating punishment'

Iranian Parliament Speaker denies talks with US

Reported negotiator denied any talks with the US, dismissing reports as 'fake news,' after President Trump claimed progress in discussions.

David Sling failure led to devastating impacts in Arad and Dimona

The David's Sling air defense system failed to intercept two Iranian missiles on Saturday night, leading to over 120 injuries in two separate locations in southern Israel.

IAF drops over 100 bombs on regime headquarters in Tehran

In widescale wave of strikes, IDF targeted several Iranian regime security organization headquarters and bases, as well as key weapons manufacturing sites.

Minister Smotrich:

Our border with Lebanon must be the Litani River

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the war must end with the Litani River as Israel’s new border, alongside a buffer zone in Lebanon.

Trump

'If talks don't go well, we'll bomb our little hearts out'

US President says Iran needs 'better PR people' after the Iranian foreign ministry denies his statement that productive talks between the US and Iran were held recently.

Northern residents stay despite renewed Hezbollah rocket fire

Traumatized by their last evacuation, many in Israel’s north are staying put despite renewed danger.

Report:

Mojtaba Khamenei isolated, wounded, & not responding to messages

Israeli and US security sources report Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei unresponsive, Iranian opposition reports severe injuries.

Despite ultimatum: Trump suspends attack on Iran

US President Donald Trump zigzags on targeting Iranian energy, says negotiations ongoing.

Lebanon:

IDF troops discover antitank missile post in Lebanon

Antitank missile post and various weapons located, targeted, in southern Lebanon.

Shock in central Israel: Sirens sounded with no early warning

Residents of central Israel surprised by siren without early warning, Bat Yam Mayor says alerts activated due to concern of interceptor debris.

Arkia calls Israel’s new flight limits effective airspace closure

Following the Ministry of Transport’s cap of 50 passengers per flight, Arkia says regular operations from Ben Gurion Airport are no longer feasible and will shift most flights to Aqaba and Taba while maintaining limited humanitarian routes.

In first: Hashmonaim Brigade operating in Lebanon

Soldiers from the IDF's Hashmonaim Brigade, who operated until now in Gaza, Judea, Samaria, and Syria, crossed into Lebanon a few weeks ago and have been operating there ever since. Watch.

Tragedy: Ofer Moskowitz mistakenly killed by friendly fire

Misgav Am resident Ofer ('Poushko') Moskowitz mistakenly killed by friendly fire, IDF says.

Miracle at Peduel school

Iranian missile fragments fall in school yard in Peduel; none injured due to Home Front Command instructions and late hour.