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Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:38:52 GMTIDF prepares for possible Houthi attack as official says group has re-armed itself with Iran's help
The official further warned that, with the assistance of Iran, the Houthis have rebuilt their ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities, which could potentially reach Israel.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:28:00 GMTA-G to High Court: Order must be issued instructing Netanyahu to dismiss Ben-Gvir
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara calls for the High Court to order Prime Minister Netanyahu to dismiss National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, citing abuse of authority.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:49:38 GMTIsraeli F-35 downs Iranian YAK-130 in first dogfight of the war
This marks the first time an F-35 has ever achieved a confirmed air-to-air takedown.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:48:54 GMTSome 300,000 Lebanese Shi'ites evacuate as IDF pummels Hezbollah with over 250 strikes
The IDF said that Hezbollah will be substantially harmed by losing access to Iranian funds, which were almost its sole source of support since the war started.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:15:35 GMTAmid Israeli-Iran conflict, Purim celebrations shift to shelters and protected spaces - feature
This year, Purim in Israel is celebrated inside shelters, with sirens interrupting festivities as Iranian missiles target cities. Despite the danger, the resilience of Israelis shines through.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:22:52 GMTHundreds of Israelis without homes following missile strike in Beersheba
Earlier this week, a missile strike damaged a cluster of buildings in the city, affecting hundreds of apartments to varying degrees.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:25:39 GMTWATCH: IDF strikes Iran’s Basij paramilitary forces, IRGC command centers across Tehran
Dozens of munitions were dropped on several different internal security centers belonging to the Iranian regime, including those belonging to the Basij.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:25:09 GMTMultiple fragments fall in central Israel as Iran continues launching missile volleys
Multiple fragments were said to have fallen in a central Israel city by Israeli Fire and Rescue Services, though they received no reports of injuries.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:42:04 GMTHow US citizens in Israel can leave the country amid Operation Roaring Lion - explainer
The US State Department says it is taking steps to assist those who want to depart Israel and other countries in the region, though it notes that current options are limited.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:35:25 GMTAs Iran keeps attacking Israel, kids at home need to be entertained as sirens ring out
Back and forth to the shelters, with children who are out of school, they need to be entertained and reassured.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:20:31 GMTOnline activities: Museums offer programs for kids during Operation Roaring Lion
There is likely no substitute for leaving the house and taking the kids places, but now that this is impossible, many museum and cultural organization websites offer online activities for children.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:27:15 GMTIsrael to gradually reopen airspace on Thursday under new plan to return stranded Israelis
Under the new framework, Transportation Minister Miri Regev said the reopening of Ben-Gurion Airport will be gradual. During the first 24 hours, one plane will land per hour.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:59:23 GMTIDF chief: Israel will remove 'entire Shi'ite axis threat of Iran, Hezbollah'
Zamir said that the current conflict has morphed from seeking regime change in Iran to also finishing off Hezbollah as a decades-long threat to Israel.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:37:51 GMTIsraeli Foreign Minister Sa'ar tells ambassadors their countries must sever Iran ties
Sa’ar held a virtual briefing with approximately 60 ambassadors stationed in Israel to discuss the importance of breaking relations with Iran.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:27:52 GMTUnder fire, Israel plans 'empty flights' airlift to bring stranded Israelis home
Ben-Gurion Airport is set for a controlled reopening on Thursday, with planes landing full and departing empty to minimize time on the ground during Operation Roaring Lion.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:17:08 GMT‘Bild’ leak case: Court extends Urich restrictions, clarifies can speak to PM, but not about probe
Judge Menachem Mizrahi ruled that while Urich remains prohibited from working at the Prime Minister’s Office, he may speak with Netanyahu, provided they do not discuss the investigation.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:59:37 GMTWar with Iran could deepen Israel’s economic weaknesses, Shoresh Institution warns - interview
"The direct military costs - reserve days, flight hours, interceptors and munitions - amount to billions," Prof. Ayal Kimhi told The Jerusalem Post.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:25:07 GMTGantz gives PM ‘full backing,' calls to topple Iranian regime after joint security assessment
“I made it clear to the prime minister: you have my full backing,” Gantz said after the meeting.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:09:27 GMTSingle in the bomb shelter? This Israeli app lets you look for love during war with Iran
Once Operation Roaring Lion started, Hooked's developers quickly adapted it to where it was needed most: bomb shelters.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:58:47 GMTIsrael preparing for gradual reopening of airspace starting next week, minister says
Israel plans to gradually reopen airspace to repatriate stranded citizens, with El Al and Ryanair prioritizing return flights from key international gateways.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:19:06 GMTBorder crossings to Gaza were temporarily closed amid Operation Roaring Lion
Israel’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) noted on March 2 that “Israel is not arbitrarily blocking aid into Gaza.”
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:09:55 GMTIDF expands southern Lebanon position, but no big invasion until Iran situation is calmer
This comes after IDF Chief Spokesman Effie Defrin and Defense Minister Israel Katz both alluded to a possible Lebanon ground operation on Monday.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:11:42 GMTIsrael basketball national team beats Cyprus, qualifies for next round of World Cup qualifiers
With the 83-54 victory on Sunday night, Israel punched its ticket to the second stage of qualifying and is now 2-2 and in third place in Group E.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:54:29 GMTMissile shrapnel falls in central Israel, 12 wounded as Iran continues barrage
Iranian missile strikes target central Israel, injuring 12. Authorities are on the scene, managing the situation.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:18:46 GMTIDF carries out strikes on Hezbollah financial network, Al-Qard Al-Hasan Association
The IDF struck the Al-Qard Al-Hasan Association, which funds Hezbollah's terror operations, as the group faces billions in recovery costs.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:38:13 GMTConflict casts doubt over Iran’s participation in World Cup
Iran secured qualification for its fourth consecutive World Cup appearance and was drawn into Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:06:14 GMTNetanyahu's 2015 Congress speech: A blueprint for action, not a failure - analysis
Netanyahu's 2015 Congress speech on Iran now seems prescient as Israel and the US strike Iran, highlighting a growing partisan divide over Israel in America.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:06:11 GMTA Purim party in a shelter: Minnie Mouse and songs amid ballistic missiles
Imagine your children being awakened after the bath-story-bedtime routine, not by street noise like a passing ambulance, but by sirens announcing that missiles were hurtling towards you.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:58:44 GMTGovernment approves grants for residents whose homes were damaged in Iranian missile strikes
NIS 2,000 will be provided initially to each resident whose home was damaged and declared unfit for habitation, with residents additionally evacuated to a government-funded hotel.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:24:20 GMTWATCH: Female IAF pilots, navigators take part in Iran strikes as Operation Roaring Lion continues
Approximately 30 female aircrew members, including pilots and navigators, are participating in the strikes on Iran, the military announced.