Iran’s supreme leader on Sunday promised “punishment” for Israel as both nations continue to engage in retaliatory strikes. “The punishment continues,” Ayatollah Ali Khamenei wrote on X. “The Zionist enemy has made a big mistake, committed a big crime; it must be punished and it is being punished; it is being punished right now.” The social media post came as Israel warned of a missile launch from Iran. Sure enough one ballistic missile was launched from Iran in the latest attack. The missile, which triggered sirens in Tel Aviv and the surrounding area in central Israel, was intercepted, and no injuries were reported.

President Trump shared that the U.S. strikes on three of Iran’s main nuclear facilities caused “monumental damage.” “Monumental Damage was done to all Nuclear sites in Iran, as shown by satellite images,” Trump shared in a Truth Social post. “Obliteration is an accurate term! The white structure shown is deeply imbedded into the rock, with even its roof well below ground level, and completely shielded from flame,” he described. “The biggest damage took place far below ground level. Bullseye!!!’ (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

After remaining in the United States for an additional week due to the ongoing war with Iran, the Gerrer Rebbe departed for Eretz Yisroel aboard a private jet.
The Rebbe had originally planned to return to Israel at the beginning of last week but extended his stay because of the security situation. During his time in the U.S., he led efforts to establish a major fund for the Torah institutions of Ger, culminating in a fundraising campaign that included meetings with leading philanthropists.
On Motzaei Shabbos, the Rebbe boarded a private plane provided through the generosity of donors Yoeli Landau and Duvid Geffner.

On Sunday night, Shas leader Aryeh Deri described Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer as “a messenger from Hashem,” crediting him with playing a vital behind-the-scenes role in the recent coordinated military action by Israel and the United States targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
In an interview with Channel 14’s Yinon Magal, Deri praised Dermer’s unwavering focus on Iran over the past 25 years, saying the Israeli people had “received a gift” in his leadership. “I saw what he did,” Deri declared. “He has been focused on the Iranian issue for 25 years. From the moment Donald Trump was elected, he felt a mission. He worked with Steve Witkoff, Senator Marco Rubio, the president, the vice president—everyone—and they all respect him. Ron Dermer is God’s messenger.”

Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, in a prerecorded press briefing, revealed that Israel possessed “interesting intel” regarding the location of Iran’s stockpile of 400 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60 percent. However, he did not elaborate further on the intelligence.
Netanyahu explained that Israel had been compelled to strike Iran following Tehran’s accelerated nuclear activity after the death of Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah in September 2024. He also pointed to Iran’s intentions to produce 300 ballistic missiles each month as a growing threat.

WATCH: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said it was important to de-escalate the situation in Iran after the US struck its nuclear facilities and to return to negotiations

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Moscow and is expected to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to Iranian news agency IRNA, Araghchi embarked on a diplomatic mission aimed at “mobilizing the world against Israel.”

Israeli Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu addressed the media on Sunday night, following the United States’ military strike on Iran. In his remarks, he stated that Israel is nearing the fulfillment of its goals in Operation Rising Lion.
“We are very close to completing the two objectives of the operation. Great days of unity and strength lie ahead, days of peace,” declared Netanyahu.
Netanyahu applauded the U.S. action against Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. “We should take our hats off to Trump for the excellent work they did. They did a lot of damage to Fordow, and we will make sure that there is no threat from these nuclear facilities.”

China has criticized the United States over its recent strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, saying the move has undermined Washington’s standing on the global stage.
According to Chinese state media, officials in Beijing are worried that the conflict could spiral out of control, a concern voiced after a meeting of the UN Security Council.
Speaking on behalf of China at the UN, Ambassador Fu Cong urged all involved to resist turning to violence. “Parties should restrain the ‘impulse of force, avoid exacerbating conflicts and adding fuel to the fire,” he said, as reported by CCTV.

Iran detained the family members of an Iran International journalist Saturday in retaliation for the channel’s coverage of the country’s war with Israel, threatening to hold them until the journalist resigned from her position. The London-based Farsi news channel said in a statement that it strongly condemns the abduction of its journalist’s family, calling it “an appalling act of hostage-taking aimed at coercing our colleague into resigning from their post.” “This deeply reprehensible tactic marks a dangerous escalation in the regime’s ruthless campaign to silence dissent and suppress independent journalism,” the news channel said.

Several B-2 stealth bombers were spotted approaching Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri on Sunday following the U.S.’ strikes against Iran. On Sunday, the Pentagon shared details about Operation Midnight Hammer, the massive, complicated mission that struck three key Iranian nuclear facilities on Saturday, calling it the “largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history.” The operation commenced when B-2 stealth bombers launched from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri at 12:01 a.m. Saturday morning.

UPDATE: According to preliminary IDF assessments, one ballistic missile was launched from Iran in the latest attack. The missile, which triggered sirens in Tel Aviv and central Israel, was successfully intercepted. There are no immediate reports of injuries.

UPDATE: The Home Front Command says civilians in areas where sirens sounded can leave shelters following the attack.

President Donald Trump on Sunday addressed the U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, offering praise for the execution of the operation and suggesting that a change in leadership in Iran might be on the horizon.
Writing on Truth Social, Trump posted, “The damage to the Nuclear sites in Iran is said to be ‘monumental.’ The hits were hard and accurate. Great skill was shown by our military. Thank you!”
In a follow-up message, he added, “It’s not politically correct to use the term, ‘Regime Change,’ but if the current Iranian Regime is unable to MAKE IRAN GREAT AGAIN, why wouldn’t there be a Regime change??? MIGA!!!”

Israel’s President Isaac Herzog lauded President Donald Trump for his “bold decision” after the U.S. president launched successful strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities. “First of all, I think we all need to commend President Trump for his bold decision. It’s a historic decision, outstanding decision that clearly can shift the direction of the Middle East,” Herzog said on CNN’s State of the Union, Sunday. CNN: “Is Israel seeking regime change?” President of Israel Isaac Herzog: “It’s not any of the official goals of this war. On the contrary, we leave it to the Iranian people. But it would be a very blessed side, a major side effect.” PRESIDENT HERZOG: Israel is “not dragging America into a war” with Iran. (YWN World Headquarters – NYC)

Vice President JD Vance on Sunday made clear that the United States is not planning to deploy troops to Iran, though he acknowledged that the administration is taking precautions against possible domestic threats from Iranian operatives.
“We’re not at war with Iran. We’re at war with Iran’s nuclear program,” Vance stated during an appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press.”
He emphasized the administration’s reluctance to escalate the conflict: “We have no interest in a protracted conflict. We have no interest in boots on the ground,” Vance said. “We didn’t blow up diplomacy.”

The B-2 Spirit bombers used in the assault on Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility were equipped with basic creature comforts — including toilets, microwaves, and coolers — to help pilots endure the grueling 37-hour round-trip flight from Missouri.
These advanced stealth aircraft, originally developed to deliver nuclear payloads during the Cold War, launched from Whiteman Air Force Base near Kansas City on Friday. The marathon flight to Iran and back involved multiple mid-air refuelings, according to military officials.
Because the mission involved nearly two full days in the air, the planes’ interiors were outfitted with conveniences such as small refrigerators and microwave ovens, allowing the two-man crews to stay nourished and focused throughout the journey.

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