Roaring Lion

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.

Miracle:

Girl critically wounded in Iranian missile attack released home

A seven-year-old girl critically injured by an Iranian missile blast during Operation Roaring Lion is doing well and has been released home.

Again: Hezbollah breaches ceasefire, IDF responds

IDF eliminates terrorist in Sejoud area in southern Lebanon, preventing attack on northern Israeli communities.

Defense Min. signs $200M deal for Israeli-made aerial munitions

Israel boosts military readiness with major Elbit contract aimed at strengthening domestic weapons production and long-term security independence.

Hezbollah's sixth ceasefire violation in mere days

Hezbollah launches drone at IDF troops in southern Lebanon, its latest act in a series of recent ceasefire breaches.

Radwan Force terrorist surrenders to IDF

IDF soldiers apprehend terrorist from Hezbollah's elite 'Radwan Force' in southern Lebanon.

Pentagon warns:

Hormuz mine clearance could take six months

US lawmakers told clearing Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz could take six months, prolonging oil shocks and political fallout.

Trump says 'no time frame' for Iran conflict

Trump tells Fox News there’s no set timeline for the Iran conflict or ceasefire talks, stressing the US is focused on securing a “good deal."

Watch:

IRGC forces board container ship in Strait of Hormuz

IRGC releases footage of commandos boarding a cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, one of three attacks within hours linked to Iran.

White House:

'Trump awaits unified Iran response, no firm deadline set'

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump has set no firm deadline for Iran to submit proposal to end the war, and is keeping economic pressure on Tehran.

Israeli activists cross into Syria

Approximately 35 activists cross into Syria near Majdal Shams, barricade themselves in buffer zone; IDF returns them to Israeli territory.

In mere hours: Iran attacks third ship in Strait of Hormuz

Iran fires at, stops, outbound cargo ship transversing Strait of Hormuz, in third such incident since morning.

Can the ceasefire last?

IDF locates more weapons in southern Lebanon

IDF troops uncover Hezbollah weapons caches, including RPGs and drones, in multiple locations across southern Lebanon.

In southern Lebanon:

IDF eliminates terrorists who breached ceasefire

IDF strikes and eliminates terrorists who crossed ceasefire line in southern Lebanon, as troops continue operations against Hezbollah infrastructure.

IRGC vessel fires at container ship near Oman

Heavy damage reported after IRGC gun boat fires at container ship, UKMTO reports.

US sanctions networks helping Iran rebuild missiles arsenal

US imposes new sanctions targeting 14 people and companies that help Iran obtain weapons as Tehran seeks to rebuild its ballistic missile inventories after US-Israeli strikes.

Trump:

'Blockade lift means no deal - unless we blow Iran up'

President Trump states that lifting the US naval blockade of Iran could only lead to a deal if America “blows up the rest of their country".

Iran claims:

'Trump’s ceasefire extension is a ploy for surprise strike'

Tasnim news agency reports Tehran did not request the ceasefire extension announced by Trump and suspects it may be a deception to enable future US or Israeli strikes.

Trump announces:

Ceasefire extended until Iran submits a proposal

Trump announces the extension of the ceasefire with Iran until its fractured leadership submits a unified deal proposal. The US naval blockade remains firmly in place.

Footage: Helicopter raid in the open sea

The U.S. Department of Defense announced today (Tuesday) a complex raid operation in the Indian Ocean, during which special forces took control of the tanker M/T Tifani.

Trump

'Expect to be bombing again in Iran'

US President says Iran has 'no choice' but to make an acceptable deal as end of ceasefire and resumption of military operations looms.

Mossad Chief reveals:

Agency service member fell abroad during the war with Iran

David Barnea reveals at memorial ceremony that a Mossad member fell while performing his duties abroad during the recent war with Iran.

Trump:

'Iran will negotiate or face unprecedented problems'

US President Donald Trump expresses strong confidence that Iran is “going to negotiate" ahead of anticipated talks.

Iran responds to Trump: No talks under threats

Iran’s Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf rejects US pressure, declaring Tehran will not negotiate under threats or blockade.

On base and in Lebanon:

Haredi brigade salutes the fallen

The Hasmonean Brigade troops marked Memorial Day at the brigade's base in Israel and on the front in Lebanon honoring Israel's fallen

'Worst deal ever'

Trump: New Iran deal will be 'far better' than Obama’s

President Trump says a new Iran deal would surpass the JCPOA, block nuclear weapons, and guarantee security as Pakistan talks remain on track.

Trump shoots down theories:

'Israel never talked me into the war with Iran'

President Trump rejects claims Israel pushed the US into war with Iran, saying Oct. 7 and Tehran’s nuclear threat drove his decision to strike.

Failure 'wouldn’t be pretty'

Trump signals Iran talks still on

President Trump says Iran talks in Pakistan remain on track, warns against gamesmanship, and insists Tehran must abandon any nuclear weapons bid.

Sa'ar slams Polish FM over “defamatory" accusations against IDF

Sa'ar and Sikorski trade barbs over IDF conduct, war crimes claims, and antisemitism, as both sides sharply defend their positions.

Officials: Iran could soon rebuild ballistic missile system

Israeli officials warn Iran's ballistic missile array not part of negotiations, warn failure to address issue may lead to another round of fighting.

Iran's secret terror unit exposed

Mossad, Shin Bet and IDF expose IRGC's Unit 4000, the main terror arm that planned to assassinate Israeli officials and blow up oil pipelines.