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US forces in the Middle East 'remain vigilant, lethal, and prepared to continue executing operations,' CENTCOM said following the strikes
Ra'am party Chairman Mansour Abbas announced on Monday that former MK Yoav Segalovitz will become the first Jewish candidate to appear on the Arab party ticket. Abbas extolled Segalovitz as one of the key contributors to the reduction in crime in the Arab community during the 2021-22 government. During a press conference, Abbas explained his decision to select Segalovitz, saying, "I'm not looking for someone like me. I'm looking for someone who knows how to do the job. And the Arab citizen who buried his son doesn't ask what the policeman's religion is." Segalovitz is the only Jewish politician with a positive rating in the Arab community.
Meanwhile, Israel finalized its largest-ever defense agreement, signing a $3.5 billion security partnership with Greece to install the Achilles’ Shield air-defense program. The agreement was signed in Tel Aviv by Israeli Defense Ministry Director General Maj. Gen. (res.) Amir Baram and Greek defense procurement chief Yannis Boras. The planned network will incorporate several Israeli systems, including Rafael’s David’s Sling and Spyder platforms and Israel Aerospace Industries’ BARAK MX. Israel and Greece also intend to deepen cooperation between their defense industries. READ MORE FROM MONDAY
CENTCOM announces end of strikes in Iran
The US struck IRGC targets including air defense sites, radar systems, maritime assets and facilities, mine laying capabilities, and communications sites.
"The strikes follow recent attempted attacks by the IRGC against commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and against American service members."
US forces in the Middle East "remain vigilant, lethal, and prepared to continue executing operations."
Jordanian Armed Forces intercepts 10 Iranian missiles
The Jordanian Armed Forces announced that air defense systems had succeeded in intercepting and destroying 10 ballistic missiles, while 3 of them fell in remote areas.
Iranian President's plane forced to land due to air defenses
Reports in Iran indicate that air defense systems were activated in Tehran and the president's plane was forced to land at an alternate destination.
Iranian missile intercepted over Jordan
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Iran begins retaliatory operation against US as missiles and drones launched, Iranian media reports
New wave of explosions reported around Iran's Bandar Abbas and Qeshim Island
Iran vows “several-fold” response to US strikes
Iran’s armed forces will “undoubtedly respond” to US strikes this evening, with retaliation expected to be “several-fold,” Tasnim News Agency reported, citing a military source.
An IRGC spokesman warned that “harsh punishment awaits the aggressors,” while Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff and Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said the US military would suffer “heavier losses,” declaring: “The response is coming.”
Trump threatens ‘much harder’ strikes if Iran retaliates, warns biggest attack is ‘waiting in the wings’
Trump warns Iran against retaliation: ‘They will be hit harder, & when it is over, there will be little left of Islamic Republic of Iran!’
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CENTCOM: US forces are conducting strikes on IRGC targets in Iran as a response to attempted attacks on commercial shipping
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US conducts strikes on Iranian targets around the Strait of Hormuz, US official tells Axios
US reportedly carries out 'defensive strike' on Iran's Bandar Abbas
Initial reports indicate explosions were heard from on Iran’s Qeshm Island, Chabahar and Bandar Abbas
IDF confirms Israeli forces apprehend head of Hamas internal security in Gaza
The IDF and Shin Bet said their forces apprehended the head of Hamas’ internal security apparatus during a targeted operation in Gaza City on Tuesday. Israeli aircraft struck several nearby targets to protect the ground forces, and no Israeli injuries were reported. Israel said the Hamas official had been working to restore the group’s control in northern Gaza and plan attacks against troops near the Yellow Line. He was taken to Israel for questioning.
Identity revealed: IDF apprehends Mueen Al-Arabid, Hamas' head of security in shocking daylight operation
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Gaza: IDF strikes Hamas commander in Jabalia who advanced attacks and sought to rebuild Hamas' capabilities in violation of the ceasefire
The IDF said it struck a Hamas military commander in Jabalia, northern Gaza, who had recently advanced attacks against Israeli troops and civilians and worked to rebuild the organization’s capabilities in violation of the ceasefire. According to the military, precautions were taken to reduce civilian harm.
PM Netanyahu in Ramle: "A great school year to all students in Israel!"
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu inaugurated the 5787 school year at the Ben Zion Netanyahu School in Ramle, alongside Education Minister Yoav Kisch, Mayor Michael Vidal, and the Secretary General of the Teachers' Union, Yaffa Ben David. During his visit, he met with students entering first grade and wished them a successful and fruitful year. "A wonderful school year to all students in Israel!" said Netanyahu, who also expressed his deep gratitude to the teaching staff.
Israel apprehends the head of Hamas’s General security, who was leading the group’s internal security apparatus
Following Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, DM Katz confirms a senior Hamas terrorist was arrested; reports of four killed in Gaza
The news of the arrest was confirmed by Israeli Defense Minister Isarel Katz, who stated, "We do not wait for threats, but pursue Hamas terrorists, thwart them and destroy their terror infrastructures"
Katz also reiterated Israel's stance that the IDF will not leave Gaza until the Strip and Hamas are demilitarized and the tunnels are destroyed. "For every hair on the head of an Israeli child that falls in the surrounding communities - we will take off the heads of the Hamas leaders in Gaza."
The Defense Minister also mentioned the kites and balloons flying from Gaza into Israel, saying, "As the Prime Minister and I instructed the IDF: a balloon is treated like a kite, and a kite is treated like a drone"
Meanwhile, Health officials in Gaza claimed that at least four people, including three children, were killed in the strikes and gunfire.
IDF confirms airstrikes against targets in the Gaza Strip; no soldier injuries reported
Ismail Al-Thawabta, director of the Hamas-run Gaza government media office, said an Israeli special force had attempted to carry out an operation in Gaza City but was discovered during the mission
Reports of Israel launching airstrikes on western Gaza City, coinciding with reports of clashes between IDF troops and Hamas gunmen
Sources close to Hamas claim that one of the anti-Hamas militias in Gaza attempted to kidnap a senior Hamas commander near the American hospital in Gaza City, coinciding with several Israeli airstrikes
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says once the US returns to its June MoU commitments, Iran will reciprocate - report
“I state explicitly that if the United States returns to its commitments under the aforementioned memorandum of understanding, the Islamic Republic of Iran will immediately take reciprocal action,” Pezeshkian reportedly said at a Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan