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Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:27:41 GMTIAF drone downed in Iranian territory, military confirms
The drone incident occurred amid a series of Israeli airstrikes more than 1,500 kilometers from Israel.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:23:11 GMTMQG to gov’t: Reconsider decision to close airspace, goes against movement rights
Israeli airspace was closed by the government on Friday, after the Thursday night Israeli attacks on Iran
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:51:58 GMTKatz: Israeli tornado strikes Tehran, this is how a dictatorship collapses
Katz said "symbols of the regime are being blown up and collapsing, from the official state broadcaster and soon other such targets."
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:47:49 GMTThe deadly invisible enemy from missile impacts: What is the blast wave?
The blast, which moves at supersonic speeds, can break bones, tear internal organs, and cause injuries even without any physical contact with the missile itself.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:22:52 GMTIsrael faces missile interceptor shortage amid Iran strikes, US official tells WSJ
Since the beginning of Operation Rising Lion, the US Defense Department has increased the number of missile defense systems stationed in the region.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:48:22 GMTIAF strikes Iranian ballistic missile sites, shifting focus from nuclear targets
The target bank in the overnight strikes was primarily focused on missile production and launchers, but also included nuclear centrifuge production sites.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 02:50:21 GMTIDF announces fallen soldier, GHF denies claims of dozens killed at aid sites
A combat officer and three soldiers from the Golani Brigade’s 12th Battalion were seriously wounded in the incident that killed St.-Sgt. Naveh Leshem.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:54:19 GMTIDF begins conducting strikes in Tehran following evacuation warning
The military later announced it had begun conducting strikes in the area.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:11:49 GMTSirens sound across Israel following Iranian attack, no injures reported
Multiple fires have broken out due to shrapnel hitting residential buildings in northern and central Israel.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 22:17:49 GMTIsrael basketball league admin. ends 2024/25 season without champion
Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem were tied 1-1 in the best-of-three finals when Israel launched a preemptive strike against Iran, initiating the current war.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:57:29 GMTDefrin: We have pushed the regime back into central Iran, more strikes to follow
Around 60 IDF jets struck 12 surface-to-surface missile launch sites and storage facilities in the Isfahan area of central Iran, earlier on Tuesday.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:41:05 GMTVisitors stranded in Israel navigate challenges of being stuck amid escalation
Airlines have canceled thousands of flights, offering no real solutions for accommodation or onward travel for those stranded in Israel amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:21:23 GMTFrench court rejects appeal to remove blocking of Israel's offensive weapons display at Paris expo
Israel was enthusiastic about being invited to fully participate in the conference again this year as in past years until the incidents of Sunday-Monday.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:10:48 GMTA Name Worthy of Gratitude
Why “Donald” should join “Alexander” as a name of honor in Jewish history
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 21:00:09 GMTWith focus on Iran, has the haredi coalition threat dropped? - analysis
Approximately 24 hours after the Knesset dispersal bill fell, Israel struck Iran. Both Edelstein and Shas MK Aryeh Deri knew about the timing of the attack in advance.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:10:58 GMTIsrael publishes names of civilians killed in Bazan blast
The Bazan Group announced Monday evening that all of its oil refineries and subsidiaries were shut down as a result of the deadly strike.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:51:22 GMTAfter Iran’s Attack, Global Jewish Solidarity Arrives with Urgent Aid
As Israel's oldest continuously operating charity, Colel Chabad is springing into action serving food in municipalities across the country
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:46:06 GMTTrump at the crossroads: Helping defend Israel or actively defanging Iran? - analysis
As speculation over Trump's decision continues—and no one can predict his next move—Israel proceeds with what it deems necessary in Iran.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:30:08 GMT'These sirens could have been an email': Iran strikes bring out the best on Israeli social media
Israelis took to social media to vent, express fear, and try to laugh instead of crying as they were thrust into a frightening new reality.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:00:42 GMTAmid war, fight begins to keep religious ritual bath houses open
“We have sent a letter to the chief rabbis requesting that this be permitted across the country from the moment a state of emergency is declared,” said ITIM director Rabbi Seth Farber.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:00:19 GMTHow IDF intelligence outmaneuvered Iran - explainer
The Israeli military's intelligence preparation allowed the air force to gain supremacy over the skies of Tehran in the first 24 hours of Operation Rising Lion.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 19:00:09 GMTIsrael's plan to strike Fordow nuclear facility ready if order is given - IDF
Fordow is the most important Iranian nuclear facility, which the IDF has not yet touched, but it poses unique challenges, being that it lies underneath a mountain.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:52:50 GMTMerz: 'Israel is doing the dirty work for all of us by striking Iran, lacks necessary weapons'
German Chancellor Merz has praised Israel for doing the 'dirty work' for everyone, but said that Israel also lacked the necessary weapons.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:08:22 GMTSmotrich announces benefits for displaced Israelis, disputing reports of minimal compensation
“The home front is part of the war, and we will accompany the evacuees down to the smallest detail,” Smotrich stressed.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:29:41 GMTNext Iranian military chief should be 'extremely cautious', FM Sa'ar says
"I'd recommend that whoever is offered that position think it through. If he accepts, extreme caution is recommended," Sa'ar said.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:20:50 GMTSirens sound across central Israel, West Bank in Iranian missile fire
The Monday afternoon missile launch from Iran marked the second barrage of the day fired into Israeli territory.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:08:49 GMTGaza war: IDF reinvades Jabalya for first time since Iran attacks
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:04:42 GMTUnited Hatzalah provides dog therapy to survivors, first responders at missile impact sites
This is to "help survivors and families evacuated from their damaged homes," United Hatzalah added.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:38:16 GMTPublic support for Iran strikes high among Jewish Israelis, deeply divided from Arab Israelis
Arab Israelis overwhelmingly prefer diplomacy, with only 14% favoring the military dismantling of Iran’s capabilities.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:36:29 GMTIsraeli basketball team given 24-hour ultimatum on FIBA U19 World Cup participation
Several countries have offered to host the team for training purposes, but without security clearance and logistical approval, the squad remains sidelined.