Gideon Sa'ar, Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs, on Colombia's severance of diplomatic relations with Iran:

I commend Colombia 🇨🇴 and President Gustavo Petro for cutting diplomatic ties with the Iranian regime.

This is a clear stance against terrorism, narcoterrorism, and Iran's dangerous nuclear ambitions.

The free world must stand united against the Iranian regime.

"We stand firm for the free world!"

May our sukkahs be filled with joy, love, blessings, unbreakable hope, strength and remembrance!🍋🌿🩷

Chag Sukkot Sameach & Shabbat Shalom!

🇺🇸Trump: Iran should not obtain nuclear weapons!!!

The Israeli military announced:

"Moments ago, Saher Zakar, a member of Hamas who entered Israeli territory during the October 7th attack, was targeted and neutralized in an attack on "Jules" Street in the western part of the Nuseirat refugee camp in the center of the Gaza Strip.

Ayatollah Mohsen Heydari, member of Iran's Assembly of Experts, refers to the assassination attempts on Mojtaba Khamenei during Operation Lion's Roar:

Khamenei was injured in the attack, and after it became known that he had been hospitalized, three hospitals in Tehran were attacked.
Khamenei was in the third hospital that was attacked, and was rescued from the rubble.

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The Saudi Foreign Minister, in a speech at the United Nations General Assembly:
"Iran is directly attacking us, and we expect help from the international community!"

Anita Anand, Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs:

Canada's position regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran is very clear: the Islamic Republic poses a major threat to peace and security in the region, and must never acquire nuclear weapons.

The threats posed by the Iranian regime to the right of navigation and freedom of transit in the Strait of Hormuz are a direct violation of international law.

Canada will use all available tools to counter what it calls the "abhorrent behavior of the Iranian regime," including the targeted sanctions that I announced this week.

The revolution will begin.
The people of Iran and the Jewish people will cooperate to realize the Cyrus Accord.

Trump:

As soon as Iran surrenders, as soon as the war is over, which will happen very soon, the price of oil will plummet.

The price of oil will drop significantly, and all prices will come down, but the price of food has already decreased significantly since President Biden took office. Almost all prices have decreased significantly.

We are extracting a very large volume of oil; last night, we extracted an unprecedented volume of oil from the Strait of Hormuz, more than we did before the war.

The Israeli military announced airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon.

The Israeli military stated that in response to the launch of an explosive drone towards its forces in the southern Lebanese security zone, it has targeted several Hezbollah positions and infrastructure, including drone launch sites and anti-tank missile launchers.
According to the Israeli military, no casualties were reported in the drone attack, and the military will continue its actions to address immediate threats.

Israeli Army: Use of Children to Transport Military Equipment in Gaza

The spokesperson for the Israeli army reported that its forces identified an individual in the central Gaza camps who was using a child to transport military equipment to a civilian home.

The Israeli army described this action as using a child as a human shield and stated that operations to counter immediate threats are ongoing.

Scott Bessent:

Iranians say they will open the Strait [of Hormuz] if a deal is reached, while the Strait is already open.

The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury:

There are only 15 million more barrels of oil left floating off the coast of Iran. It is likely that within the next two weeks, they will deliver their last shipments of oil to China, and after that, they will have nothing left.

Israel, the smallest nation in the Middle East, is surrounded by hostile adversaries—such as Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas, and historically belligerent states like Syria and Egypt—many of whom openly seek its destruction. Despite these existential threats, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have never lost a war since Israel’s founding in 1948, showcasing unmatched strategic brilliance, technological innovation, and relentless determination.

Remarkable Achievements of the IDF

1. War of Independence (1948-1949): Facing invasion from five Arab armies (Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq) with superior numbers and weaponry, the fledgling IDF secured Israel’s survival. Outmanned and under-equipped, the IDF’s tactical ingenuity and resolve established a sovereign state against overwhelming odds.

2. Six-Day War (1967): In a preemptive strike against an imminent Arab assault, the IDF achieved a decisive victory in just six days. Destroying the air forces of Egypt, Jordan, and Syria in hours and capturing the Sinai Peninsula, West Bank, East Jerusalem, Gaza Strip, and Golan Heights, the IDF reshaped the region’s geopolitical landscape.

3. Yom Kippur War (1973): Caught off-guard by a coordinated Egyptian-Syrian attack during a sacred holiday, the IDF mounted a rapid recovery. Israeli forces crossed the Suez Canal, encircled Egypt’s Third Army, and advanced toward Damascus, securing a strategic victory despite initial setbacks.

4. Operation Entebbe (1976): In one of history’s most audacious operations, the IDF rescued 102 hostages held by Palestinian terrorists in Uganda, 2,500 miles away. Elite Sayeret Matkal commandos executed the mission with precision, demonstrating Israel’s global reach and commitment to its citizens.

5. Counterterrorism Operations: The IDF has consistently neutralized threats from groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Operations like Cast Lead (2008-2009), Protective Edge (2014), and Guardian of the Walls (2021) showcased precision strikes and the Iron Dome’s effectiveness, intercepting thousands of rockets and saving countless lives.

What Makes the IDF Unique

- Technological Superiority: Israel’s defense industry, led by companies like Rafael and Israel Aerospace Industries, produces cutting-edge systems like the Merkava tank, Iron Dome, and Arrow missile defense. The IDF’s integration of AI, cyber warfare, and drones ensures a qualitative edge over adversaries.
- Intelligence Dominance: Supported by Mossad and Unit 8200, the IDF leverages unmatched intelligence to preempt threats, from Iranian nuclear ambitions to Hezbollah’s missile stockpiles.
- Adaptability and Innovation: The IDF’s ability to learn from conflicts—developing Iron Dome to counter rockets or cyber defenses against digital threats—keeps it ahead of evolving challenges.
- National Resolve: The IDF’s operations reflect a unified commitment to defend Israel, driven by the necessity of survival in a hostile region.

Strategic Victories and Global Impact

The IDF’s unbroken record of victories has deterred aggression and ensured Israel’s survival against overwhelming odds. Its air force, among the world’s elite, maintains regional air superiority, while its cyber and intelligence capabilities disrupt enemy plans globally. From countering Iran’s proxies to neutralizing terrorist infrastructure, the IDF’s actions reinforce Israel’s role as a bulwark against regional threats.

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Here are President Trump's statements about Iran:

"In my opinion, what's going to happen is that we're going to win this war very quickly, and as soon as we win, the price of oil will plummet to a level it was at before the war.

And the main point is that Iran should not have nuclear weapons. That determines the whole issue."

Reporter: Do you think we will win this [war with] Iran, either through the economic warfare that the Treasury Department is conducting, or through military action?

Trump: I think both ways. I think we can win in both ways. In fact, militarily, we've already won, but that doesn't mean we're stopping these efforts.

But certainly, we are achieving a very big victory.

Fox News: Is there still a possibility of attacks happening before the midterm elections?

Trump: I don't want to say that. I mean, it's possible, but I just don't want to say it.

The Israeli military announced that yesterday, it neutralized Ady Adli Abdel-Aasser, a sniper from the military wing of Hamas, in an airstrike in southern Gaza.

According to the Israeli military, he had recently been involved in operations against Israeli forces and civilians, as well as rebuilding Hamas's capabilities, and had repeatedly violated the ceasefire. The strike was carried out to eliminate an immediate threat.

The Israeli military stated that its forces are stationed in southern Gaza in accordance with agreements and will continue to take action to address immediate threats.