The missile barrage launched by Iran overnight (Sunday to Monday) at Israel—for the second time in a few hours—included about 100 missiles. Most were intercepted, but strikes in several areas—especially in Gush Dan and the North—resulted in fatalities, injuries, and structural damage.
One of the main impact zones was in central Israel, where a high-rise building was hit and nearby structures suffered heavy damage. From this site alone, three deaths were reported across two buildings. Security forces, Magen David Adom, and rescue teams are active in additional locations, scanning for wounded and trapped.
Ongoing Updates:
15:30 – The Bat Yam Municipality has released the name of another victim from the missile strike in the city: Meir (Miro) Vaknin, 56, a resident of Bat Yam, husband and father of three.
15:08 – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Tel Nof Airbase, where he praised the capabilities of the Israeli Air Force. “The Air Force controls the skies over Tehran,” said Netanyahu, adding that Israel is striking regime targets, unlike the Iranians who are targeting Israeli civilians. He emphasized Israel’s two main objectives: eliminating the nuclear and missile threats from Iran, crediting the achievements to the Air Force pilots and ground crews.
Defense Minister Israel Katz noted the difficult decisions made regarding the strikes in Iran, stating: “We had people we could count on.” He added that what is happening over Tehran today proves those decisions were right, emphasizing that all of Israel trusts the Air Force and the team leading the mission.
14:44 – The official logo of Operation Rising Lion (Am KaLavi) was unveiled in multiple colors and in Hebrew, Russian, and Arabic.
14:27 – The Air Force recently intercepted a UAV over Syria that was launched from Iran.
14:14 – Pakistan announced it is closing its shared border crossings with Iran due to the ongoing security situation in Iran.
13:57 – Opposition leader Yair Lapid visited his son’s apartment, which was damaged in the rocket barrage on Tel Aviv. Lapid shared that glass shattered in his one-year-old granddaughter’s bedroom—exactly where she normally sleeps. He urged the public to follow Home Front Command’s instructions and remain in secure rooms, stressing: “Don’t take risks.”
13:35 – Turkish President Erdoğan spoke with Iranian President Pezeshkian. Erdoğan offered Turkey’s services as a mediator to end the conflict with Israel and return to the negotiating table on the nuclear issue.
13:30 – Iranian sources report that Israel assassinated the IRGC commander in the city of Ajarud, Zanjan province, in an airstrike.
13:13 – Another name of a fatality whose body was recovered from the rubble in the direct hit in Bat Yam was released: Michael (Miki) Nahum, 61, father of four.
13:12 – National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited the missile strike site in Petah Tikva and stated that Israel is delivering heavy blows to Iran and that the campaign was preplanned. He criticized foreign live broadcasts that he said endanger lives, and urged the Shin Bet and police to act. Ben Gvir stressed: “Zero tolerance for expressions of joy or support for Iran—this is support for terror.”
13:00 – Maccabi World Union leaders, Culture and Sports Minister Miki Zohar, and his staff announced that due to the ongoing operation in Iran, the Maccabiah Games will be postponed by a year. Originally scheduled to open on July 8, 2025, the event will now take place in summer 2026.
12:56 – Yisrael Beytenu, National Unity, and Yesh Atid voted against the Arab parties’ no-confidence motion in the Knesset.
12:34 – The Knesset plenary is convening in the auditorium due to security considerations.
12:29 – Following earlier alerts: the Air Force intercepted a suspicious aerial target.
12:27 – United Hatzalah: No reports of injuries at this stage.
12:18 – Hostile aircraft infiltration reported in Alonei Habashan.
12:14 – Defense Minister Israel Katz: “Let me make this clear: there is no intention to harm Tehran’s civilians, unlike the murderous dictator who targets Israeli citizens. Tehran’s residents will, however, have to pay the price of dictatorship and evacuate from areas where strikes on regime and security infrastructure will be necessary.”
12:00 – IDF Spokesperson: “The IDF has destroyed one-third of the Iranian regime’s missile launchers.” He added that the Air Force has achieved full control over Iranian airspace.
Since this morning, the IAF identified several trucks containing weapons, including surface-to-air missile launchers, advancing from western Iran toward Tehran, while attempting to escape IDF strikes. However, we struck the trucks, neutralizing the weapons and launchers. pic.twitter.com/ow0KlMMVZt
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) June 16, 2025
11:55 – Following alerts triggered at 11:36 regarding a hostile aircraft infiltration in southern Golan, the Air Force intercepted a suspicious aerial target that entered Israeli territory from the east.
11:40 – The IDF eliminated the head of the IRGC Intelligence Organization, Mohammad Kazemi, along with his deputy, in a strike on a building in Tehran. Kazemi was responsible for identifying and monitoring Iranian citizens suspected of spying for Israel. Also killed in the strike were the head of the Quds Force Intelligence Division, Mohsen Baqeri, and his deputy Abu al-Fadl Nikouei, who were responsible for Iran’s entrenchment efforts surrounding Israel.
11:20 – Following alerts of hostile aircraft infiltrations in several areas across the country, the Air Force intercepted a suspicious aerial target that crossed from the east.
11:19 – United Hatzalah reported that no damage or injuries have been reported so far.
11:17 – Additional alerts issued for hostile aircraft infiltration in the Galilee.
11:04 – A meeting concluded recently between the Finance Minister, the Chairman of the Business Sector Presidency Dubi Amitai, and the Histadrut Chairman Arnon Bar-David. The three discussed the current state of the Israeli economy during wartime and the steps the government will take to support businesses and workers, aiming to maximize functional continuity during the conflict.
10:57 – Further alerts in the Samaria and Wadi Ara areas. The UAV chase is ongoing.
10:52 – Additional alerts for hostile aircraft infiltration in the Jezreel Valley region.
10:45 – Alerts were received about a hostile aircraft infiltration in the Beit She’an Valley.
10:27 – IDF: The missile launched from Yemen fell before entering Israeli territory.
10:18 – Missile launch identified from Yemen; possible alerts in the coming minutes.
10:10 – The name of one of the victims of the Iranian missile strike in Bat Yam was published: Blina Ashkenazi, 94, a Bat Yam resident.
10:00 – 8 killed in last night’s Iranian missile barrage, in Petah Tikva, Haifa, and Bnei Brak. Four died from a direct hit on a residential building in Petah Tikva, three more were killed in a factory near Haifa, and another was killed by a missile in Bnei Brak. Rescue efforts continue at all sites.
09:30 – After hours of searching at the impact site in Haifa, the three missing persons were found and declared dead. Since the war with Iran began, 22 civilians have been killed.
09:08 – Home Front Command investigation: The missile in Petah Tikva struck directly between two mamadim (reinforced security rooms). Two of the victims were inside one of the rooms, while the other two were likely killed by the blast.
08:36 – Wolfson Hospital reported that 13 people were evacuated there after the nighttime barrage, all lightly injured. Most were treated and released shortly thereafter.
08:33 – Defense Minister threatens Iran: “The pompous dictator from Tehran has become a cowardly murderer who fires at the home front to deter the IDF.” He added, “Tehran’s citizens will pay the price—soon.”
08:04 – The death toll rose to five after rescue teams located another fatality at the Petah Tikva impact site. Police and MDA continue searches and aid.
07:15 – An 80-year-old man was found dead at a missile impact site in Bnei Brak. Police are still investigating the scene.
07:00 – The three trapped individuals at the collapse site in Haifa managed to make contact with rescue teams, who are continuing complex efforts to reach them. Their medical condition is currently unknown.
Direct Hits in Central Israel
Around 4:00 AM, concentrated launches struck four key sites, including at least one in the Gush Dan region where part of a high-rise building collapsed. MDA reported three fatalities, including a child. Another 67 people were injured, some moderately. Emergency forces are conducting widespread searches for additional trapped individuals.
Rescue Forces: “The Mamad Saved Lives”
Residents whose homes were hit said they were in their protected room-the mamad – at the time of the direct strike: “The room shook, but it saved our lives. There is total destruction here.” MDA, fire crews, Home Front Command, and police are operating at all impacted locations. According to police, people remain trapped, and rescue efforts are ongoing.
Sirens Across the Country
The barrage began around 4:10 AM with sirens sounding nationwide. Home Front Command immediately instructed residents to stay near protected areas. Following the missile strikes, alerts were issued for a suspected UAV infiltration in the North, though no confirmed entry was reported.
Situation Summary (as of 06:40):
- 3 fatalities
- 67 injured
- 4 main impact zones: Gush Dan and the North
- Trapped individuals at 3 sites
- Public instructions: You may exit protected spaces but remain alert.
Since the beginning of the assault, 11 waves of attacks have been recorded from Iran toward Israel, during which 370 ballistic missiles and over 100 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were launched.
