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'Nasrallah's son-in-law killed in Israeli raid in Damascus,' report claims
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his deep condolences following the deaths of Israeli soldiers in combat operations in Lebanon on Wednesday. Addressing the nation, Netanyahu paid tribute to the soldiers, calling them "heroes" and emphasizing the unity and resilience of the Israeli people in the face of ongoing conflict.
"I would like to send my condolences from the bottom of my heart to the families of our heroes who fell today in Lebanon," Netanyahu said. "The name will rise their blood. May their memory be blessed."
The Israeli military confirmed that eight soldiers were killed during combat with Hezbollah forces, marking the first casualties since the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) crossed the border into Lebanon earlier this week.
Netanyahu framed the conflict as part of a broader battle against what he described as "Iran's axis of evil," which he said aims to destroy Israel. "We are in the middle of a tough war against Iran's axis of evil, which seeks to destroy us. This will not happen—because we will stand together, and with God's help—we will win together," he declared.
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"I would like to send my condolences from the bottom of my heart to the families of our heroes who fell today in Lebanon," Netanyahu said. "The name will rise their blood. May their memory be blessed."
The Israeli military confirmed that eight soldiers were killed during combat with Hezbollah forces, marking the first casualties since the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) crossed the border into Lebanon earlier this week.
Netanyahu framed the conflict as part of a broader battle against what he described as "Iran's axis of evil," which he said aims to destroy Israel. "We are in the middle of a tough war against Iran's axis of evil, which seeks to destroy us. This will not happen—because we will stand together, and with God's help—we will win together," he declared.
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10:05 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: US sends warships to Middle East as tension between Israel and Iran escalates
After the US backing of Israel in the Middle Eastern conflict, the Pentagon has ordered its nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to remain in the region with a second vessel en route. This decision comes in the wake of the Middle Eastern tension all-time high, following Iran’s ballistic attack on Israel.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that the USS Abraham Lincoln would stay in the Middle East and the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier is rushing to the region, as reported by the New York Post.
The Lincoln is a part of America’s extensive military presence in the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean, which played a key role in assisting Israel after Iran's recent attack.
The Lincoln is one of the largest warships in the world. It is also America’s fifth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, with F-35 fighter jets on board, according to the US Navy.
The warship was first deployed to the Middle East to call back the USS Theodore Roosevelt as the tension between Israel and Iran’s terror proxies rose.
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that the USS Abraham Lincoln would stay in the Middle East and the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier is rushing to the region, as reported by the New York Post.
The Lincoln is a part of America’s extensive military presence in the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean, which played a key role in assisting Israel after Iran's recent attack.
The Lincoln is one of the largest warships in the world. It is also America’s fifth Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, with F-35 fighter jets on board, according to the US Navy.
The warship was first deployed to the Middle East to call back the USS Theodore Roosevelt as the tension between Israel and Iran’s terror proxies rose.
08:48 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: US Secretary of Defense Austin speaks with Israeli counterpart after Iranian attack
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said he spoke with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant following Tuesday's "outrageous act of aggression" by Iran against Israel.
"The minister and I expressed mutual appreciation for the coordinated defense of Israel against nearly 200 ballistic missiles launched by Iran and committed to remain in close contact," Austin said in a post on X.
"The minister and I expressed mutual appreciation for the coordinated defense of Israel against nearly 200 ballistic missiles launched by Iran and committed to remain in close contact," Austin said in a post on X.
08:22 (IST) Oct 02
Iranian 'hypersonic' missiles breach Israeli airspace; three IDF bases 'hit' in direct attack
08:17 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran chief of staff threatens to hit all Israel infrastructure if attacked
Iran's chief of staff on Wednesday vowed to hit infrastructure across Israel if its territory is attacked, after Tehran fired around 200 missiles at its arch-foe. The barrage "will be repeated with bigger intensity and all infrastructure of the regime will be targeted", Major General Mohammad Bagheri said on state TV.
08:13 (IST) Oct 02
External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed concern over the ongoing middle east crisis and said that India can contribute as a facilitator of communication between Israel in Iran during the difficult time. Speaking at the Carnegie Endowment in the US, Jaishankar reiterated India's stance and called October 7 Hamas’ attack on Israel a “terrorist attack".
The external affairs minister, however, said that any response by any country has to take into account international humanitarian law and that it must be careful about any damage or implications for civilian populations.
"We regard October 7 as a terrorist attack. We understand that Israel needed to respond, but we also believe that any response by any country has to take into account international humanitarian law and that it must be careful about any damage or implications for civilian populations. It is important to have some kind of international humanitarian effort," Jaishankar said.
"We are concerned at the possibility of a broadening of the conflict, not just what happened in Lebanon, but also to the Houthis and the Red Sea, and to anything that happens between Iran and Israel. Don't underestimate the importance of communication in difficult times. If there are things to be said and passed on and back, I think those are all contributions that we can make, and we do," he added.
The external affairs minister, however, said that any response by any country has to take into account international humanitarian law and that it must be careful about any damage or implications for civilian populations.
"We regard October 7 as a terrorist attack. We understand that Israel needed to respond, but we also believe that any response by any country has to take into account international humanitarian law and that it must be careful about any damage or implications for civilian populations. It is important to have some kind of international humanitarian effort," Jaishankar said.
"We are concerned at the possibility of a broadening of the conflict, not just what happened in Lebanon, but also to the Houthis and the Red Sea, and to anything that happens between Iran and Israel. Don't underestimate the importance of communication in difficult times. If there are things to be said and passed on and back, I think those are all contributions that we can make, and we do," he added.
07:54 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Benjamin Netanyahu addresses security cabinet meeting after Iran reportedly fired nearly 200 missiles at Israel
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu addresses security cabinet meeting after Iran reportedly fired nearly 200 missiles at Israel.
The Israeli military reportedly said there were no news of injuries from the attack
The Israeli military reportedly said there were no news of injuries from the attack
07:37 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran confirms firing 200 missiles at Israel
07:20 (IST) Oct 02
'Will Attack Iran': Netanyahu's big declaration in first response to missile strike
07:18 (IST) Oct 02
'Response by any country has to take into account international humanitarian law': EAM S Jaishankar on Israel's action in the middle east
External affairs minister Dr S Jaishankar says, "... We regard October 7 as a terrorist attack. We understand that Israel needed to respond, but we also believe that any response by any country has to take into account international humanitarian law and that it must be careful about any damage or implications for civilian populations. It is important to have some kind of international humanitarian effort. We are concerned at the possibility of a broadening of the conflict, not just what happened in Lebanon, but also to the Houthis and the Red Sea, and to anything that happens between Iran and Israel. Dont underestimate the importance of communication in difficult times. If there are things to be said and passed on and back, I think those are all contributions that we can make, and we do."
07:15 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said missile attacks by Iran on Israel were 'unacceptable'
Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said missile attacks by Iran on Israel were "unacceptable".
"We will condemn this strongly. But at the same time, we would like to cooperate (with the US) to defuse the situation and prevent it from escalating into a full-on war," he said.
"We will condemn this strongly. But at the same time, we would like to cooperate (with the US) to defuse the situation and prevent it from escalating into a full-on war," he said.
07:14 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Iran's attack 'in the strongest terms'
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned Iran's attack "in the strongest terms". During a call with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, Starmer also "expressed the UK's steadfast commitment to Israeli security and the protection of civilians."
07:11 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Khamenei declares 'Victory from God,' Israel warns of severe consequences
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Wednesday posted an illustration on his social media 'X' profile of a large underground weapons cache after firing over 180 ballistic missiles on Israel.
Khamenei captioned the post as "Victory from God and a near conquest..."
In another post, he said, "The strikes of the resistance front on the worn-out and decaying body of the Zionist regime will be more striking."
Khamenei captioned the post as "Victory from God and a near conquest..."
In another post, he said, "The strikes of the resistance front on the worn-out and decaying body of the Zionist regime will be more striking."
07:07 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Flydubai cancels flights to Jordan, Iraq, Israel and Iran on October 2-3
05:47 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: French President Macron condemns Iran attacks on Israel in 'strongest possible terms'
French President Emmanuel Macron strongly condemned Iran's attacks on Israel on Wednesday, stating that France had "mobilized" its military resources in the Middle East to counter Tehran. He called for the Iran-backed group Hezbollah to halt its terrorist actions against Israel and urged Israel to "end its military operations as soon as possible." The Elysee Palace also announced that France would soon organize a conference to support the Lebanese people and their institutions.
04:25 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: I condemn this attack unequivocally, says Kamala Harris on Iran attacking Israel
"Today, Iran launched approximately 200 ballistic missiles at Israel in a reckless embrace an attack. I condemn this attack unequivocally. Iran is a destabilizing, dangerous force in the Middle East, and today's attack on Israel only further demonstrates that fact. Earlier today, I was in the Situation Room with President Biden and our national security team as we monitored the attack in real-time and ensured that the protection of US personnel in the region is paramount. I fully support President Biden's order for the US military to shoot down Iranian missiles targeting Israel, just as we did in April," she said.
"The initial indications are that Israel, with our assistance, was able to defeat this attack. Our joint defences have been effective, and this operation and successful cooperation saved many innocent lives. I will always ensure Israel has the ability to defend itself against Iran and Iran-backed terrorist militias. My commitment to the security of Israel is unwavering. Iran is not only a threat to Israel but also to American personnel in the region, American interests and innocent civilians across the region who suffer at the hands of Iran..., we will never hesitate to take whatever action is necessary to defend US forces and interests against Iran and Iran backed terrorists. We will continue to work with our allies to disrupt Iran's aggressive behaviour and hold them accountable," she added.
"The initial indications are that Israel, with our assistance, was able to defeat this attack. Our joint defences have been effective, and this operation and successful cooperation saved many innocent lives. I will always ensure Israel has the ability to defend itself against Iran and Iran-backed terrorist militias. My commitment to the security of Israel is unwavering. Iran is not only a threat to Israel but also to American personnel in the region, American interests and innocent civilians across the region who suffer at the hands of Iran..., we will never hesitate to take whatever action is necessary to defend US forces and interests against Iran and Iran backed terrorists. We will continue to work with our allies to disrupt Iran's aggressive behaviour and hold them accountable," she added.
03:15 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: US military actively supported Israel, said Biden.
"Today, at my direction, the United States military actively supported the Defense of Israel, and we're still assessing the impact... The attack appears to have been defeated and ineffective. This is a testament to the Israeli military capability and the US military. It's also a testament to intensive planning between the United States and Israel to anticipate and defend against the brazen attack. Make no mistake, the United States is fully supportive of Israel. I have spent the morning and part of the afternoon in the Situation Room with my whole national security team and consulting with the Israelis... The national security team has been in constant contact with Israeli officials and their counterparts," he said.
03:10 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran's action against Israel concluded unless Israel 'invites further retaliation, foreign minister says
Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi stated early Wednesday that the country acted in "self-defense" against Israel, asserting that their response is complete unless the "Israeli regime chooses to provoke further retaliation." This follows Iran's missile strike on Tuesday, which was in retaliation for the deaths of several leaders from Iran-aligned armed groups.
03:01 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran made big mistake, will pay for it, says Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described Iran's large-scale missile attack on Israel as "a big mistake" on Tuesday, pledging that Tehran would face consequences for its actions. "Iran made a big mistake tonight and will pay for it," said Netanyahu hours after the attack, and warned: "Whoever attacks us, we attack them."
02:39 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: United States is prepared to help Israel defend against these attacks, says Biden
02:12 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: IDF will continue doing everything necessary to defend Israel and protect the people of Israel, says Daniel Hagari
"Iran launched a large-scale attack of over 180 ballistic missiles directly from Iranian soil at the state of Israel. There were a small number of hits in the centre of Israel and some other hits in southern Israel. The majority of the incoming missiles were intercepted by Israel and a defensive coalition led by the United States. Iran's attack is a severe and dangerous escalation. There will be consequences. Our defensive and offensive capabilities are at the highest levels of readiness. Our operational plans are ready. We will respond wherever, whenever and however we choose in accordance with the directive of the government of Israel. Iran and its proxies have been attacking Israel since October 7 on several fronts. Iran and its proxies seek the destruction of Israel. The Israel Defense Forces will continue doing everything necessary to defend Israel and protect the people of Israel," he said.
01:09 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: US military coordinated closely with the IDF to help defend Israel against this attack, says defence secy Jake Sullivan
"Today, Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles towards targets in Israel. The United States military coordinated closely with the Israeli Defense Forces to help defend Israel against this attack. US naval destroyers joined Israeli Air Defense units in firing interceptors to shoot down inbound missiles. President Biden and Vice President Harris monitored the attack and the response from the White House Situation Room, joined in person and remotely by their national security team. We are still working with the IDF and the authorities in Israel to assess the impact of the attack. But at this time, we do not know of any deaths in Israel. We are tracking the reported death of a Palestinian civilian in Jericho in the West Bank. We do not know of any damage to aircraft or strategic military assets in Israel... This attack appears to have been defeated and ineffective," he said.
This was first and foremost the result of the professionalism of the IDF, but in no small part because of the skilled work of the US military and meticulous joint planning in anticipation of the attack. We are also aware of reports of a terrorist attack in Jaffa that took the lives of a number of Israeli civilians and wounded several others today. Our condolences go out to the families of the victims and to the family of the Palestinian civilian in Jericho... We reserve the right to amend and adjust as necessary as we gather more information. The word 'Fog of War' was invented for a situation like this. This is a fluid situation. We will consult with the Israelis on next steps in terms of the the response and how to deal with what Iran has just done. We will continue to monitor for further threats and attacks from Iran and its proxies. We are particularly focused on protecting US service members," he added.
This was first and foremost the result of the professionalism of the IDF, but in no small part because of the skilled work of the US military and meticulous joint planning in anticipation of the attack. We are also aware of reports of a terrorist attack in Jaffa that took the lives of a number of Israeli civilians and wounded several others today. Our condolences go out to the families of the victims and to the family of the Palestinian civilian in Jericho... We reserve the right to amend and adjust as necessary as we gather more information. The word 'Fog of War' was invented for a situation like this. This is a fluid situation. We will consult with the Israelis on next steps in terms of the the response and how to deal with what Iran has just done. We will continue to monitor for further threats and attacks from Iran and its proxies. We are particularly focused on protecting US service members," he added.
00:27 (IST) Oct 02
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran attack on Israel was 'significant escalation', says White House
The spokesperson informed that Biden and Harris are monitoring Iranian attacks on Israel.
23:57 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Isareli Air Force says it killed the terrorist D Al-Faqar Hanawi, the commander of the 'Hamam Hossein'
"The Air Force planes, under the precise direction of the Intelligence Division, killed the terrorist D. Al-Faqar Hanawi, the commander of the 'Hamam Hossein' division in Beirut, at the same time as the killing of the terrorist Muhammad Jaafar Katzir, the commander of the unit for the transfer of weapons from Iran and its affiliates to Hezbollah in Lebanon (Unit 4400), which was eliminated earlier today.
The IDF continues to attack Hezbollah commanders and anyone who poses a threat to the citizens of the State of Israel," it said in a tweet.
The IDF continues to attack Hezbollah commanders and anyone who poses a threat to the citizens of the State of Israel," it said in a tweet.
23:47 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel military says Iran attack will have consequences
Israel's military spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, described missile attack from Iran as significant and warned that it would lead to repercussions, though he did not elaborate on the timing or nature of Israel's response. He reported no known casualties from the missile strikes, which targeted areas in central and southern Israel, resulting in some impacts.
23:24 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: What is Iron Dome Israel used to protect civilians against Iranian missile attack
Iran on Tuesday attacked Israel to avenge killings of top chiefs Hezbollah and Hamas -- proxy militant groups which Tehran backs in the Middle East to counter the United State and Israel. After the Khamenei regime launched over 100 rockets, including ballistic missiles near Tel Aviv, Israel, as usual, deployed the Iron Dome to safeguard its civilians against foreign hostility.
Read more23:21 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran Guards threaten 'crushing attacks' if Israel responds to missiles
Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to carry out "crushing attacks" against regional foe Israel if it retaliated for a missile attack under way on Tuesday.
"If the Zionist regime reacts to Iranian operations, it will face crushing attacks," the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said in a statement carried by the Fars news agency.
On Tuesday evening, Iran launched a missile attack targeting Israel's commercial hub Tel Aviv, state media reported.
The United States had spoken of an imminent Iranian ballistic missile attack against Israel and warned it would have "severe" consequences for Tehran.
Iranian media carried online footage of what they said were missiles being launched against Israel.
Tuesday's attack was Iran's second on Israel after a a missile and drone attack in April in retaliation for a deadly Israeli air strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus.
Nearly all the munitions fired in that attack were intercepted by Israel or its allies.
An Israeli strike on Beirut on Friday killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, whose Lebanese militant group has been armed and financed by the Islamic republic for years.
Nasrallah was killed alongside General Abbas Nilforoushan, a top commander of the Quds Force, the Guards' foreign operations arm.
Iran vowed Nilforoushan's killing "will not go unanswered".
"If the Zionist regime reacts to Iranian operations, it will face crushing attacks," the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said in a statement carried by the Fars news agency.
On Tuesday evening, Iran launched a missile attack targeting Israel's commercial hub Tel Aviv, state media reported.
The United States had spoken of an imminent Iranian ballistic missile attack against Israel and warned it would have "severe" consequences for Tehran.
Iranian media carried online footage of what they said were missiles being launched against Israel.
Tuesday's attack was Iran's second on Israel after a a missile and drone attack in April in retaliation for a deadly Israeli air strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus.
Nearly all the munitions fired in that attack were intercepted by Israel or its allies.
An Israeli strike on Beirut on Friday killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, whose Lebanese militant group has been armed and financed by the Islamic republic for years.
Nasrallah was killed alongside General Abbas Nilforoushan, a top commander of the Quds Force, the Guards' foreign operations arm.
Iran vowed Nilforoushan's killing "will not go unanswered".
23:04 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Khamenei remains in secure location after missiles fired at Israel, says senior Iranian official
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei remains in a secure location after Tehran fired missiles at Israel, a senior Iranian official was quoted as telling Reuters.
He was moved to a secure location after Israel assassinated Iran's close ally Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah last week.
He was moved to a secure location after Israel assassinated Iran's close ally Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah last week.
23:02 (IST) Oct 01
Over 100 ballistic missiles strike Tel Aviv, other Israeli territories
22:59 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Biden directs US military to aid Israel's defence against Iranian attacks and shoot down missiles targeting Israel
22:57 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran fully ready for any retaliation after missiles launched at Israel, says senior Iranian official
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei gave the order to launch missiles at Israel, a senior Iranian official was quoted as telling, adding that Tehran "is fully ready for any retaliation"
22:53 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran attacks Israel to avenge Nasrallah's killing: What we know so far
In an apparent bid to avenge Israeli military action against its proxies, Iran on Tuesday launched a barrage of rockets, including ballistic missiles, near Tel Aviv which comes amid Israel's unabated aerial action against Tehan-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Iran's retaliatory action to avenge Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah's assassination was looming large, even as the US had cautioned Israel that the Khamenei regime might attack it.
Read more22:53 (IST) Oct 01
Watch: Air raid sirens sound across Israel as Iran strikes with wave of missiles
The Israeli military has confirmed that Iran has fired over 100 missiles at Israel, triggering air raid sirens across the country. The strikes have heightened tensions in the region, with the Israeli military recommending citizens to take shelter in a bomb shelter. In neighboring Jordan, the capital city of Amman witnessed dramatic scenes as the night sky lit up with what appeared to be missiles streaking through the air.Crowds gathered outside as air raid alerts echoed across the city, heightening the sense of urgency and concern, reported Aljazeera.
Read more22:41 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel says approximate of 10 million civilians are the targets of Iranian projectiles
22:37 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Iran Guards say attack on Israel response to killings of Nasrallah, Guards commander, militant leaders
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed that they have launched of tens of missiles of Israel and warned Israel of more "crushing attacks" if it retaliates. Iran's Revolutionary Guards said a missile attack under way against Israel was in response to the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah last week as well as that of the Hamas leader.
"In response to the martyrdom of (Hamas leader) Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah and (Guards commander) Nilforoshan, we targeted the heart of the occupied territories (Israel)," the Guards said in a statement reported by the Fars news agency.
"In response to the martyrdom of (Hamas leader) Ismail Haniyeh, Hassan Nasrallah and (Guards commander) Nilforoshan, we targeted the heart of the occupied territories (Israel)," the Guards said in a statement reported by the Fars news agency.
22:31 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel army says Iran attack 'continuing' as sirens sound
22:28 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Biden says US prepared to help Israel defend itself from Iran attacks
22:23 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Explosions heard over Jerusalem
Dozens of explosions boomed across Jerusalem on Tuesday night as air raid sirens rang out. The explosions came shortly after the military said that Iran had launched a missile attack targeting Israel.
22:16 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israeli military announces assassination of key Hezbollah weapons commander Muhammad Jaafar Qasir
The Israeli military announced on Tuesday the assassination of Muhammad Jaafar Qasir, a high-ranking Hezbollah commander responsible for orchestrating weapons transfers from Iran and its affiliates to the Lebanese militant group. The operation, a significant blow to Hezbollah's supply chain, was confirmed in a statement released by Israel’s defense forces.
Qasir, a central figure in Hezbollah's logistics network, played a critical role in facilitating the movement of weapons from Iran to the Lebanese organization, which has long been one of Israel's most formidable adversaries. According to the Israeli military, his involvement in these transfers was instrumental in Hezbollah's growing military capabilities, particularly its missile stockpile aimed at Israel.
Read more22:05 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel says Iran has fired missiles at Israel and it warned residents to shelter in place
The Israeli military said Tuesday that Iran has fired missiles at Israel, and air raid sirens sounded across the country as residents were ordered to remain close to bomb shelters. Israel and the United States have warned there would be severe consequences if Iran attacks.
The orders to shelter in place were sent to Israelis' mobile phones and announced on national television. TV stations reported sirens in parts of Jerusalem as well as central Israel.
The alerts were sounded after a day of rocket and missile attacks from Lebanon, and as Israel said it had begun limited ground operations in southern Lebanon.
Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire pounded southern Lebanese villages where people were ordered to evacuate, and Hezbollah militants responded by firing a barrage of rockets into Israel. There was no immediate word on casualties as fighting intensified and concerns of a wider regional war grew.
A senior White House official warned of "severe consequences" should Iran launch a ballistic missile against Israel. US ships and aircraft are positioned in the region to assist Israel in the event of an attack from Iran. The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss intelligence.
Israeli military spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari also warned of consequences if Iran fired missiles into Israel.
He urged the public to stay close to sheltered areas. "The Iranian strike could be widespread. Following Home Front Command guidelines can save lives," he said.
The orders to shelter in place were sent to Israelis' mobile phones and announced on national television. TV stations reported sirens in parts of Jerusalem as well as central Israel.
The alerts were sounded after a day of rocket and missile attacks from Lebanon, and as Israel said it had begun limited ground operations in southern Lebanon.
Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire pounded southern Lebanese villages where people were ordered to evacuate, and Hezbollah militants responded by firing a barrage of rockets into Israel. There was no immediate word on casualties as fighting intensified and concerns of a wider regional war grew.
A senior White House official warned of "severe consequences" should Iran launch a ballistic missile against Israel. US ships and aircraft are positioned in the region to assist Israel in the event of an attack from Iran. The official spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss intelligence.
Israeli military spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari also warned of consequences if Iran fired missiles into Israel.
He urged the public to stay close to sheltered areas. "The Iranian strike could be widespread. Following Home Front Command guidelines can save lives," he said.
21:54 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: US embassy in Israel orders staff, families to shelter in place
The US embassy in Israel called on its staff and their family members to shelter in place on Tuesday amid warnings of a possible missile attack by Iran.
"As a result of the current security situation, the US embassy has directed all US government employees and their family members to shelter in place until further notice," the embassy said in a statement.
"As a result of the current security situation, the US embassy has directed all US government employees and their family members to shelter in place until further notice," the embassy said in a statement.
21:51 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel police confirms shooting attack in Jaffa with a number of causalities, says initial suspicion of motive is terror
Seven wounded in suspected attack in Israel's Tel Aviv, says Israeli police.
21:48 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel says it has killed commander overseeing Iran-Lebanon arms transfers
Israel's military said on Tuesday it had killed Muhammad Jaafar Qasir, a commander in charge of weapons transfers from Iran and its affiliates to Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.
21:38 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv issues advisory for Indian nationals amid prevailing situation in the region
In view of the prevailing situaton in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the local authorities...In case of any emergency, please contact the 24x7 helpline of the Embassy: Embassy of India in Tel Aviv
21:36 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel braces for Iranian attack after US warning
Israel said Tuesday it was ready to counter any attack from Iran as a US official warned of an imminent missile strike, after Israeli raids against Tehran-backed militants in Lebanon sent tensions soaring.
The Israeli ground offensive across the country's northern border came despite growing calls for de-escalation after a week of air strikes that killed hundreds in Lebanon, including Hassan Nasrallah, the powerful leader of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
A senior White House official told AFP that "the United States has indications that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel".
The Israeli military said it had not detected any "aerial threat" from Iran "for now" but stood ready to "defend and attack".
Defence Minister Yoav Gallant discussed the "imminent" Iran threat with Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin, a statement from his office said.
While Iran-backed groups like Hezbollah had already been drawn into the Gaza war, sparked by Palestinian group Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel, Tehran has largely refrained from direct attacks on its regional foe.
Early Tuesday, the Israeli military said troops had started "targeted ground raids" in south Lebanon, across Israel's northern border, though officials have provided few details of the scale of the operation or its timeframe.
The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon said the Israeli offensive did not amount to a "ground incursion" and Hezbollah denied any troops had crossed the border.
A Lebanese army source told AFP the force had "not observed any penetration by Israeli enemy forces".
The Israeli ground offensive across the country's northern border came despite growing calls for de-escalation after a week of air strikes that killed hundreds in Lebanon, including Hassan Nasrallah, the powerful leader of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
A senior White House official told AFP that "the United States has indications that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel".
The Israeli military said it had not detected any "aerial threat" from Iran "for now" but stood ready to "defend and attack".
Defence Minister Yoav Gallant discussed the "imminent" Iran threat with Pentagon chief Lloyd Austin, a statement from his office said.
While Iran-backed groups like Hezbollah had already been drawn into the Gaza war, sparked by Palestinian group Hamas's October 7 attack on Israel, Tehran has largely refrained from direct attacks on its regional foe.
Early Tuesday, the Israeli military said troops had started "targeted ground raids" in south Lebanon, across Israel's northern border, though officials have provided few details of the scale of the operation or its timeframe.
The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon said the Israeli offensive did not amount to a "ground incursion" and Hezbollah denied any troops had crossed the border.
A Lebanese army source told AFP the force had "not observed any penetration by Israeli enemy forces".
21:34 (IST) Oct 01
Israel defence minister discusses 'imminent' Iran threat with US counterpart
Israel defence minister discusses 'imminent' Iran threat with US counterpart, according to reports
Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant spoke with his US counterpart Lloyd Austin on Tuesday, with the two discussing the "imminent" threat of a missile attack by Iran against Israel.
"The minister and secretary discussed the imminent threat of an Iranian missile attack against Israel.
The minister and secretary discussed Israel's operational readiness to defend its citizens and military assets, as well as US force posture in the region," the Israel defence ministry said in a statement.
Earlier today, the US warned that Iran is preparing an imminent ballistic missile attack against Israel.
The warning came as Israel said it had launched a ground offensive in Lebanon to target the Iran-backed militia Hezbollah, whose top leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli air strike last week.
"The United States has indications that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel," a senior White House official told AFP on condition of anonymity.
"We are actively supporting defensive preparations to defend Israel against this attack."
Following the warning, the Israeli military said it had not detected the same threat so far.
"At this moment, we do not detect any aerial threat launched from Iran," said military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari.
Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant spoke with his US counterpart Lloyd Austin on Tuesday, with the two discussing the "imminent" threat of a missile attack by Iran against Israel.
"The minister and secretary discussed the imminent threat of an Iranian missile attack against Israel.
The minister and secretary discussed Israel's operational readiness to defend its citizens and military assets, as well as US force posture in the region," the Israel defence ministry said in a statement.
Earlier today, the US warned that Iran is preparing an imminent ballistic missile attack against Israel.
The warning came as Israel said it had launched a ground offensive in Lebanon to target the Iran-backed militia Hezbollah, whose top leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli air strike last week.
"The United States has indications that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel," a senior White House official told AFP on condition of anonymity.
"We are actively supporting defensive preparations to defend Israel against this attack."
Following the warning, the Israeli military said it had not detected the same threat so far.
"At this moment, we do not detect any aerial threat launched from Iran," said military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari.
21:32 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Israel military spokesman says potential missile attack from Iran expected be widespread
21:19 (IST) Oct 01
Safe haven currencies the Japanese yen and Swiss franc gained on Tuesday after news reports that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel, while US jobs data showed a resilient labor market.
A senior White House official said on Tuesday that the United States is actively supporting preparations to defend Israel.
"The market has largely ignored the Middle East conflict in the last month, but a direct Iran-Israel confrontation is always at risk of spiraling," said Adam Button, chief currency analyst at ForexLive in Toronto.
The Japanese yen strengthened 0.1% against the US dollar to 143.5. The dollar was roughly flat against the Swiss franc at 0.846, erasing earlier gains.
The dollar index rose 0.4% to 101.15.
US data on Tuesday showed a solid economy, a day after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell pushed back against the likelihood of another 50-basis point rate cut when the U.S. central bank meets next month.
US job openings unexpectedly increased in August after two straight monthly decreases, but hiring was soft and consistent with a slowing labor market.
US manufacturing also held steady at weaker levels in September, the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) said, but new orders improved and prices paid for inputs declined to a nine-month low, which together with falling interest rates bode well for a rebound in activity in the coming months.
A senior White House official said on Tuesday that the United States is actively supporting preparations to defend Israel.
"The market has largely ignored the Middle East conflict in the last month, but a direct Iran-Israel confrontation is always at risk of spiraling," said Adam Button, chief currency analyst at ForexLive in Toronto.
The Japanese yen strengthened 0.1% against the US dollar to 143.5. The dollar was roughly flat against the Swiss franc at 0.846, erasing earlier gains.
The dollar index rose 0.4% to 101.15.
US data on Tuesday showed a solid economy, a day after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell pushed back against the likelihood of another 50-basis point rate cut when the U.S. central bank meets next month.
US job openings unexpectedly increased in August after two straight monthly decreases, but hiring was soft and consistent with a slowing labor market.
US manufacturing also held steady at weaker levels in September, the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) said, but new orders improved and prices paid for inputs declined to a nine-month low, which together with falling interest rates bode well for a rebound in activity in the coming months.
21:14 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: Air raid sirens sound in central Israel, says Israeli army
Air raid sirens sounded in central Israel on Tuesday, the military said, a day after the army launched ground operations into southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah positions.
"Sirens sounded in central Israel," the military said, without providing details of the areas that were affected.
"Sirens sounded in central Israel," the military said, without providing details of the areas that were affected.
20:49 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: As Israeli jets hit Beirut, people flee to sleep on the beach
The repeated blasts in Beirut's southern suburbs where Israel has been carrying out airstrikes this week have driven Zeina Nazha and her young daughter to camp on a city beach seeking safety from the war in Lebanon, news agency AFP said.
She and some others from those suburbs, known as Dahiyeh, a stronghold of Israel's Iran-backed foe Hezbollah, are sleeping on blankets either under the open sky or in tents and other makeshift shelters with no safer place to go.
Israel's stepped-up military campaign in Lebanon over the past two weeks has driven a million people from their homes in the south, in Beirut and in the Bekaa valley in the east, according to the Lebanese government.
Israel says its campaign is necessary to make its own northern regions safe from Hezbollah rocket fire and allow thousands of its citizens home.
"There was bombing in al-Sallem neighbourhood. We stayed for a while there and my family fled," said Nazha.
"The situation we're living in is very difficult... people are dying," she added.
She and her daughter spent a night sleeping on the corniche, the seaside walk around central areas of Beirut that in peaceful times is a hub of city life, filled with families strolling or sitting and eating.
She and some others from those suburbs, known as Dahiyeh, a stronghold of Israel's Iran-backed foe Hezbollah, are sleeping on blankets either under the open sky or in tents and other makeshift shelters with no safer place to go.
Israel's stepped-up military campaign in Lebanon over the past two weeks has driven a million people from their homes in the south, in Beirut and in the Bekaa valley in the east, according to the Lebanese government.
Israel says its campaign is necessary to make its own northern regions safe from Hezbollah rocket fire and allow thousands of its citizens home.
"There was bombing in al-Sallem neighbourhood. We stayed for a while there and my family fled," said Nazha.
"The situation we're living in is very difficult... people are dying," she added.
She and her daughter spent a night sleeping on the corniche, the seaside walk around central areas of Beirut that in peaceful times is a hub of city life, filled with families strolling or sitting and eating.
20:45 (IST) Oct 01
Israel Hezbollah War Live Updates: US boosting forces in Middle East by a 'few thousand' troops
The United States is boosting its forces in the Middle East by a "few thousand" troops, by bringing in new units while extending others that are already there, the Pentagon said.
The increase in Washington's military presence in the Middle East comes as the growing Israel-Hezbollah conflict -- which saw Israel kill the Lebanese militant group's leader Hassan Nasrallah last week -- raises fears of a wider regional war.
"A certain number of units already deployed to the Middle East region... will be extended, and the forces due to rotate into theater to replace them will now instead augment" those that are already there, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh told journalists on Monday.
"These augmented forces include F-16, F-15E, A-10, F-22 fighter aircraft and associated personnel," Singh said, later adding that there will be "an additional few thousand" personnel in the region as a result.
The US Central Command announced Tuesday that three additional squadrons of warplanes were arriving in the region, while one was already present.
Israel announced Tuesday that Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had briefed US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on "localized and targeted" ground operations targeting Hezbollah positions in South Lebanon -- a further escalation of the conflict after a week of intense air strikes that killed hundreds.
Austin said the previous evening that he had offered support to Gallant for "dismantling attack infrastructure" belonging to Hezbollah along the border with Lebanon.
He also warned Iran of "serious consequences" should it directly strike Israel in response to its attacks on the Tehran-backed militant group.
The increase in Washington's military presence in the Middle East comes as the growing Israel-Hezbollah conflict -- which saw Israel kill the Lebanese militant group's leader Hassan Nasrallah last week -- raises fears of a wider regional war.
"A certain number of units already deployed to the Middle East region... will be extended, and the forces due to rotate into theater to replace them will now instead augment" those that are already there, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh told journalists on Monday.
"These augmented forces include F-16, F-15E, A-10, F-22 fighter aircraft and associated personnel," Singh said, later adding that there will be "an additional few thousand" personnel in the region as a result.
The US Central Command announced Tuesday that three additional squadrons of warplanes were arriving in the region, while one was already present.
Israel announced Tuesday that Defense Minister Yoav Gallant had briefed US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on "localized and targeted" ground operations targeting Hezbollah positions in South Lebanon -- a further escalation of the conflict after a week of intense air strikes that killed hundreds.
Austin said the previous evening that he had offered support to Gallant for "dismantling attack infrastructure" belonging to Hezbollah along the border with Lebanon.
He also warned Iran of "serious consequences" should it directly strike Israel in response to its attacks on the Tehran-backed militant group.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his deep condolences following the deaths of Israeli soldiers in combat operations in Lebanon on Wednesday. Addressing the nation, Netanyahu paid tribute to the soldiers, calling them "heroes" and emphasizing the unity and resilience of the Israeli people in the face of ongoing conflict.
The Israeli military confirmed that eight soldiers were killed during combat with Hezbollah forces, marking the first casualties since the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) crossed the border into Lebanon earlier this week.
Netanyahu framed the conflict as part of a broader battle against what he described as "Iran's axis of evil," which he said aims to destroy Israel.
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The Israeli military confirmed that eight soldiers were killed during combat with Hezbollah forces, marking the first casualties since the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) crossed the border into Lebanon earlier this week.
Netanyahu framed the conflict as part of a broader battle against what he described as "Iran's axis of evil," which he said aims to destroy Israel.
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