Sirens sounded on Sunday across northern and central Israel, Jerusalem, Judea and Samaria, and the Arava after the IDF identified missiles that were launched from Iran.
The IAF is operated to intercept and strike where necessary to eliminate the threat.
There were multiple reports of fallen projectiles in both northern and southern Israel. In the Lachish area, four people were lightly injured, and missile fragments hit a building and set a brush fire.
A projectile reportedly fell in the Haifa area, where MDA crews tended to seven individuals: a woman who was moderately injured, three who were lightly injured, and three who suffered shock.
The IDF stated that search and Rescue forces are operating in several locations across the country where reports of fallen projectiles were received....
The IDF announced on Sunday that the IAF struck an Iranian aerial refueling aircraft at Mashhad Airport in eastern Iran, approximately 2,300 kilometers from Israel.
This marks the longest-range strike conducted since the beginning of the operation.
The IDF noted that the IAF is operating to establish aerial superiority over Iranian airspac
Earlier in the day, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir held a situational assessment in the IAF Underground Operations Center with the Commander of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, the Israeli Air Force Chief of Staff, Head of Aerial Operations, and additional senior commanders.
The Chief of the General Staff visited the defense and offense departments during the Israeli Air Force strikes in Tehran and expressed his deep appreciation for th...
Tens of thousands of Israelis have found themselves stranded across the globe after numerous international airlines canceled their flights to Israel in the wake of escalating regional tensions.
Israel's airspace was closed following the IDF's strike on Iranian territory late Friday night. Security officials estimate that Ben Gurion Airport will remain shut for at least three to four days.
El Al announced that civilian departures and arrivals are suspended due to the airspace closure. As a result, all flights have been canceled through Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Additional cancellations have been announced through Monday, June 23, from destinations including Berlin, Barcelona, Munich, and Venice.
Foreign carriers have also implemented sweeping cancellations. US-based Delta Airline...
Tel Aviv, Israel - June 15, 2025 - Sirens sounded across northern and central Israel on Sunday afternoon after the IDF identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel.
The IDF stated that defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat.
Upon receiving an alert, the public is instructed to enter a protected space and remain there until further notice.
Leaving the protected space is only permitted following an explicit directive. Continue to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command.
In the opening strike of Operation "Rising Lion," IAF fighter jets, guided by precise intelligence from the IDF Intelligence Directorate, eliminated both the head of the Intelligence Directorate in the Iranian Armed Forces General Staff and the commander of the IRGC’s Surface-To-Surface Missile Array.
Since the beginning of the operation, over 20 commanders in the Iranian regime’s security apparatus have been eliminated.
The head of the Intelligence Directorate in the Iranian Armed Forces General Staff, Gholam-Reza Marhabi, was responsible for intelligence situational assessments for the Iranian Armed Forces and was considered Iran’s most senior intelligence officer.
Marhabi played a key role in intelligence evaluations, operational planning, and combat preparations ag...
Jerusalem, Israel - June 14, 2025 - As tensions continue in the wake of Israel’s military action against Iran, widespread disruptions across the country persist. While Chaim V’Chessed is not a news outlet, the organization continues to provide critical updates on how the conflict is affecting schools, government services, transportation, and travel.
Here is the latest information:
Government Services: Most government offices are expected to remain closed in the coming days. Services such as Interior Ministry branches, Bituach Leumi, and Misrad HaKlita are not operating regularly and may be inaccessible altogether in some areas.
Individuals facing urgent government-related issues are encouraged to contact Chaim V’Chessed for assistance.
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Sirens sounded across Israel on Friday evening as Iran launched several barrages of missiles towards the Jewish state, in what the Revolutionary Guards said was retaliation for Israel’s Operation Rising Lion against Iranian military officials and nuclear facilities.
Despite earlier reports of more than 200 missiles having been fired, IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin said that less than 100 missiles were fired towards Israel from Iran and that the majority of them were intercepted.
An Israeli official said the US assisted Israel with the interceptions.
The sirens were heard from the Galilee region in northern Israel to Be’er Sheva in the south.
Explosions were heard in central Israel, as a building was directly hit by a missile. Footage from the scene showed extensive damage to...
Baltimore, MD – June 13, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petirah of Ricki Stern, a’h, sister of Mrs. Debbie (Rabbi Boruch) Beyer.
Shiva is being observed through Thursday morning at 5912 Key Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21215
Visiting times:
10:00AM-12:00 Noon
2:00PM-5:00PM
7:00PM-9:00PM
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach
הִנֵּה לֹא יָנוּם וְלֹא יִישָׁן שׁוֹמֵר יִשְׂרָאֵל
The Guardian of Israel Neither Slumbers Nor Sleeps
We are profoundly grateful to Hashem for the outstanding successes achieved thus far in Operation Rising Lion against the malevolent regime in Iran and its forces and for His constant protection of Israel. We are overwhelmed by the stunning efforts of the soldiers of Israel’s Defense Forces and other security services, heroically committed to operating as God’s hand, acting tenaciously and tirelessly to protect Israel and the entire civilized world from the Iranian threat. We pray for Israel’s continued safety as this situation unfolds.
Jewish communities everywhere are exercising appropriate vigilance due to the curren...
Baltimore, MD – June 13, 2025 - BJL regrets to inform the community of the petirah of Chazzan Samuel Stal, z’l, husband of Mrs. Evelyn Stal, father of Chaya Azer, formerly known as Phyllis Ribakow, Yossi (Tami) Stal and Naomi Stal-Johnson and brother of Sonia Ostrow.
The levaya will be held today, Friday, June 13, 2025 at Levinson’s at 1:00PM
Kevura will take place at the Chevra Ahavas Chesed Cemetery 9780 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD 21133.
Shiva will be observed at 2903 Fallstaff Road, Unit 206 - Bartonwood Apartments (corner of Willow Glen and Fallstaff). Please enter from patio on Fallstaff. It's the first unit on the ground floor.Minyanim:Mincha: Erev Shabbos - 5:00 pmMaariv Motzaei Shabbos - 9:20 pmShacharis: Sund...
Pikesville, MD - June 13, 2025:
Dear Pikesville Community,As your Commander, I want to address the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran and assure you that the safety and security of all citizens in Pikesville remains our paramount concern.Please know that the Baltimore County Police Department's Pikesville Precinct is actively monitoring the situation.As a precautionary measure, you will see an increased police presence throughout our area. Our officers are conducting more frequent check-on-locations and will be highly visible in your neighborhoods, business districts, and places of gathering.We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for everyone. We encourage you to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately by calling 911. Your cooperati...
Baltimore, MD - June 13, 2025 -Shomrim wants to assure the community that safety and security remains our top priority. We're actively working with local law enforcement officials to ensure there is appropriate resources assigned to our neighborhoods in light of recent developments.While there are no specific credible threats, you'll notice an increased Shomrim and local law enforcement presence in our neighborhoods, business districts, and Jewish institutions. Our volunteers and local law enforcement officers are conducting regular patrols to maintain a safe environment.We encourage you to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately by calling 911 and Shomrim at 410-358-9999.Your cooperation is crucial in helping us keep our communities safe! S...
Dan's DealsUpdate: Delta announced that it will cancel flights to Tel Aviv through August 31st. Their next available JFK to Tel Aviv flight is now September 1st. Customers can request a refund or change to dates through 11/15 with no change in fare.
Per this NOTAM, Israeli airspace will remain closed to commercial flights at least through Sunday at 8pm local time (5pm UTC):
HT: chff
Israel’s preemptive attack on Iran has been an incredible success so far and will make the entire world a safer place. Our prayers go out for the mission’s continued success.
In the meantime, Israeli airspace remains closed to commercial flights and planes on the ground have been ferried to Larnaca and other locations. It will take some time to get things up and runnin...
Rockville. MD - June 13, 2025 - A man is facing several charges after police said he got into an altercation with off-duty officers at a Jewish school in Rockville. Police later found him in possession of a knife, authorities said.
Joseph Amr Khairy Abdalla, 38, of Germantown was charged with multiple counts of assault, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest following the Thursday incident at Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School, Montgomery County police said in a news release.
According to authorities, off-duty officers assigned to school security saw a vehicle circling the parking lot without a valid student pick-up pass shortly before 3 p.m. After telling the driver to leave, police said the car returned and the driver refused to stop when asked. According to police, the driver t...
Yaakov Lappin is an Israel-based military affairs correspondent and analyst. He is the in-house analyst at the Miryam Institute; a research associate at the Alma Research and Education Center; and a research associate at the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies at Bar-Ilan University. He is a frequent guest commentator on international television news networks, including Sky News and i24 News. Lappin is the author of Virtual Caliphate: Exposing the Islamist State on the Internet. Follow him at: www.patreon.com/yaakovlappin.
(JNS) Following a directive from Israel’s political echelon, the Israel Defense Forces launched what it described as a preemptive, precise and combined offensive codenamed “Operation Rising Lion” in the ...
Jerusalem, Israel - President Herzog on XFreedom is not preserved by words alone—it demands courage, vigilance, and the resolve to act when necessary.Every delay of the Iranian nuclear threat, every Iranian missile intercepted, every drone neutralized, helps to defend and protect innocent lives—not only in Israel, but across the region and beyond.We are deeply grateful to the brave Israeli servicemen and women who carry this burden with courage and resolve.For decades, the Iranian regime has worked to spread terror, destabilize the region, and attack Jewish communities and other nations—while actively threatening the very existence of the Jewish state through both words and deeds. Its empire of evil proxies, who carried out the October 7 massacre, still hold 53 innocent h...
