The Israeli government orders the destruction of border villages in Lebanon "following the model applied in Gaza"
The Israeli government, led by Defense Minister Israel Katz, has ordered the destruction of Lebanese border villages, citing a need to prevent Hezbollah reinforcement, similar to tactics used in Gaza.
Israel Katz: 'We will send Iran back decades if attacks continue'
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning that Israel would retaliate against Iran and potentially push the nation back decades if attacks on Israeli cities continue.
Kat's: I instructed to attack all the bridges on the Litani and destroy houses in the villages near the border
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced orders to the IDF to immediately destroy all bridges over the Litani River to prevent Hezbollah militants and weapons from crossing south.
Lebanon: Katz's Order to the Israeli Army to Destroy Bridges on the Litani River
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the IDF to demolish houses in Lebanese villages and destroy bridges on the Litani River to prevent the passage of Hizbollah terrorists and weapons.
Israel threatens to destroy infrastructure and residential areas in Lebanon
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has announced orders for the Israeli military to destroy bridges over the Litani River in Lebanon to counter threats from Hezbollah.
Israel announces escalation of attacks against Iran
Israel plans to intensify its military attacks on Iran in the coming week according to Defense Minister Israel Katz, contrasting with President Trump's announcement of a potential decrease in U.S. military efforts in the region.
Albanese Calls for Arrest of Katz, Ben Gvir, and Smotrich
UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinians and calls for the arrest of key Israeli ministers.
Baharv-Ma'arah to Katz: You are Disrupting the Criminal Procedure Against Tali Gotlib
The Attorney General of Israel, Gali Baharv-Ma'arah, accused Defense Minister Israel Katz of disrupting the criminal proceedings against Knesset member Tali Gotlib by delaying the signing of a protection certificate for Shin Bet personnel.
Katz: The IDF destroyed two bridges in Lebanon used by Hezbollah for weapon smuggling
Israel's Defense Forces (IDF) have destroyed two bridges in southern Lebanon, which they assert were used by Hezbollah for weapon smuggling and transporting terrorists.
Details Revealed About How Israel Is 'Hunting' Iranian Officials One by One
Israel has reportedly killed three senior Iranian officials in a span of two days, with Defense Minister Israel Katz stating that they aim to dismantle Iran's control structure.
Israel kills Iranian intelligence minister
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israeli forces killed Iranian intelligence minister Esmail Khatibi in an airstrike.
War in the Middle East: Israel claims to have killed Iranian intelligence chief Esmail Khatib
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Esmail Khatib, Iran's intelligence chief, has been killed by the Israeli military, alongside other significant Iranian figures.
Liveblog Iran War: Israel Claims to Have Killed Iran's Intelligence Chief
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the killing of Iranian Intelligence Chief Esmail Khatib in an airstrike, with no confirmation from Iranian authorities yet.
Israel's government: Iran's intelligence minister has been killed
Iran's intelligence minister, Esmaeil Khatib, has reportedly been killed in an attack, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Israel: Iranian Minister of Information Killed - 'Major Surprises Expected Today'
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the death of Iranian Minister of Information Esmail Khatib following an airstrike in Tehran, with implications of escalating tensions in the region.
Claims that Iran's intelligence chief has been killed
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz claims that Iran's intelligence chief Esmaeil Khatib was killed on Wednesday night, a statement not yet confirmed by Iranian authorities.
Iran confirms the death of security chief Larijani
Iran's National Security Council confirmed the death of its chief Ali Larijani, earlier reported by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, resulting from an Israeli nighttime attack.
Israel announced the killing of Iran's security chief Larijani
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the killing of Iranian security chief Ali Larijani alongside a commander of Tehran's Basij paramilitary unit.
Israel claims to have killed Iranian security chief Ali Larijani
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that an Israeli attack killed Iranian security chief Ali Larijani amid ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.
Israel: Iranian security chief Ali Larijani killed
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz claims that Iranian security chief Ali Larijani has been killed in an attack, making him among the highest-ranking leaders killed since Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Double Strike on Iran: Israel Claims Larijani and Soleimani Have Been Killed
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz claims that Iranian security chief Ali Larijani has been killed in an Israeli strike, along with Golam Reza Soleimani, commander of the Iranian paramilitary forces, although Iran has not yet confirmed these deaths.
Israel's Defense Minister: Iran's Security Council Chief Ali Larijani is Dead
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz has announced that Ali Larijani, Iran's Security Council Chief, has been killed in an overnight strike, though conflicting reports are emerging.
Liveblog Iran War: Israel: Important Iranian Official Laridschani Killed
Israel has reportedly killed prominent Iranian official Ali Laridschani in an airstrike in Tehran, as confirmed by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Israel: Ali Larijani is dead. He was killed in a night raid on Iran
Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, has reportedly been killed in a night attack, according to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, though Iranian officials have yet to confirm this news.
Israeli Defense Minister: Ali Larijani Dead
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the killing of Iranian National Security Chief Ali Larijani and Basij commander Gholam Reza Soleimani in Israeli airstrikes in Tehran.
Israel invades Lebanon with a ground offensive after weeks of bombardments
Israel has launched a ground military operation in southern Lebanon to eliminate threats and protect its northern regions, as announced by Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Lebanon: New Ground Incursion and Katz Threatens Naeem Qassem While Hezbollah Conducts 'Drill' in the Hills
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz has threatened that Lebanese refugees will not return to southern Lebanon until the safety of northern Israeli residents is ensured, amidst a new ground incursion by the Israeli army in southern Lebanon.
Israeli Defense Minister: Displaced Lebanese Won't Return Until Northern Israel is Safe
Israeli Defense Minister Israelis Katz stated that displaced Lebanese will not be allowed to return until the safety of northern Israel is guaranteed.
The former director of the Jerusalem Post: 'For years we have fought Hamas and Hezbollah. Now it is time for their leaders'
Former Jerusalem Post director Yaakov Katz discusses the longstanding conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah amidst ongoing tensions in Israel.
Israeli Defense Minister: A decisive phase of war with Iran begins
Israeli Defense Minister I. Katz announced that a crucial stage of the conflict with Iran is underway, emphasizing ongoing U.S. and Israeli efforts against Iran.
"This is only the beginning": Katz threatens strikes on Lebanon's infrastructure used by Hezbollah
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned of impending strikes against national infrastructure in Lebanon used by Hezbollah following an Israeli attack on a bridge alleged to facilitate Hezbollah's movements.
Israel prepares to expand military operations in Lebanon
Israel is preparing to expand its military operations in Lebanon as announced by Defense Minister Israel Katz.
Israel's Defense Minister: Asks IDF to Prepare for a Larger Operation in Lebanon
Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has ordered the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to prepare for an expanded military operation in Lebanon amidst ongoing clashes with Hezbollah.
Israel's Defense Minister Sees No Time Limit on War with Iran
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the war against Iran will continue indefinitely until all objectives are achieved.
Israel threatens Iran with an open-ended war and retreats from the goal of toppling the regime
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced an indefinite military campaign against Iran, shifting focus from regime change to reducing its military capabilities.
War in the Middle East: Israel says attacks on Iran will continue "without a time limit" until it crushes the regime
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that military operations against Iran will continue indefinitely until all objectives are achieved and the regime is defeated.
Israel Katz: The US-Israeli operation against Iran 'will continue indefinitely'
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the US-Israeli operation against Iran will proceed indefinitely until all objectives are achieved.
Middle East Conflict: The War Against Iran is 'Without Time Limit,' Claims Israel
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the offensive against Iran will continue indefinitely until all objectives are achieved.
"Israel decided to kill Khamenei in November," says Katz
Israeli Defense Minister Katz revealed that Israel had made the decision to eliminate Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei last November, with plans for the operation surfacing about six months later.
Katz: Netanyahu set a goal to kill Khamenei since November, protests in Iran accelerated attack plans
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Katz revealed that Prime Minister Netanyahu aimed to target Iran’s former Supreme Leader Khamenei for assassination, initially discussing plans in November, which later accelerated due to protests in Iran.
Israeli Minister: US Defense Secretary Urges to Continue the Operation Until the End
Israeli Defense Minister Israelis Katz stated that US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured him of Washington's strong support for the joint military campaign against Iran and urged to continue the operation until it is complete.
Israel: The initial plan called for an attack on Iran in mid-2026
Israel had initially planned to strike Iran in mid-2026, but changing circumstances have led to an expedited timeline for this operation, now set for February.
Israeli authorities have decided. A military operation has begun in the neighboring country
Israel has initiated a military operation in Lebanon to secure its border against attacks, confirmed by Defense Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israel's defence minister says he ordered troops to seize new positions in Lebanon
Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz announced an order for the IDF to take control of additional strategic positions in southern Lebanon amidst rising tensions with Hezbollah.
Big statement by Israel's Defense Minister Katz
Israel's Defense Minister Katz declared a new target to eliminate the leader of Hezbollah amidst growing threats related to the Red Sea.
Israel's Defense Minister Believes Hezbollah Leader Will End Up Like Khamenei
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem might face a dire fate similar to that of the late Iranian leader Ali Khamenei following an attack from Hezbollah.
The Israeli Defense Minister says the head of Hezbollah is now a 'target for elimination'
Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz has labeled Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem as a 'target for elimination' following the group's recent attacks on Israel.
Sarah Elimelech, Ronit Elimelech, and Oren Katz are three of the victims of the missile strike in Beit Shemesh
Three individuals were among the casualties from a missile strike in Beit Shemesh, which claimed nine lives.
Katz: Strikes against Iran will continue 'as long as necessary'
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that strikes against Iran will persist until the objectives are achieved, emphasizing a broader strategic approach toward political and military pressure on Iran.
Israel and the United States Attack Iran
Israel and the United States have launched an attack on Iran, confirmed by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz as a preventive measure.