Real Time Updates - Operation Roaring Lion

🇮🇱 🤝 🇺🇸 OPERATION ROARING LION: The IDF and the U.S Armed Forces have launched a broad & joint operation to thoroughly degrade the Iranian terrorist regime and to remove existential threats to Israel over time.

The Iranian regime has not abandoned its plan to destroy Israel. The regime has continued financing, training, and arming its proxies positioned on Israel’s borders. These actions constitute an existential threat to Israel and pose a danger to the Middle East and the world as a whole.

This page provides real-time updates on the operations of Israel in Iran.

Official statements and on-the-ground reports will be published as events unfold.

28.02.26
IDF

February 28, 2026

23:24
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public is requested to continue to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command; the public is requested to stay in protected spaces until official notice. The IDF repeats and emphasizes not to publish or share footage and locations of hits. The Aerial Defense Array is currently identifying and intercepting threats.

23:11
IDF: Soldiers of the Home Front Command are currently operating at impact sites throughout Israel.
Soldiers of the Home Front Command, both active-duty and reserve, are deployed and operating at several impact sites simultaneously, conducting extensive search and rescue efforts. The IDF repeats and emphasizes not to publish or share footage of hit locations. Attached is footage of the Home Front Command soldiers’ activities at impact sites: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC280220269128347456

22:49
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public is requested to continue to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command; the public is requested to stay in protected spaces until official notice. The IDF repeats and emphasizes not to publish or share footage and locations of hits. The Aerial Defense Array is currently identifying and intercepting threats.

22:37
IDF: A short while ago, sirens were sounded in several areas across the country following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel. The public is requested to follow the instructions of the Home Front Command. At this time, the Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats where necessary to remove the threat. The defense is not hermetic; therefore, it is essential that the public continue to adhere to the Home Front Command’s guidelines. The Aerial Defense Array is currently identifying and intercepting threats.

22:31
IDF: A short while ago, the IDF identified missiles launched from Iran toward the territory of the State of Israel.
Defensive systems are operating to intercept the threat. The Home Front Command has sent a precautionary directive directly to mobile phones in the relevant areas. The public is asked to act responsibly and follow the instructions — they save lives. Upon receiving an alert, the public is instructed to enter a protected space and remain there until further notice. Leaving a protected space is permitted only after receiving explicit instructions.

22:28
The IDF Announces: The IDF eliminated the Iranian terror regime’s Defense Leadership.
Attached is an IDF statement: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/280220263187691141946
Attached are profiles of the eliminated officials: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC280220260175190571
Attached is a graphic regarding the senior officials eliminated in the opening strike: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC28022026175987158
Attached is a graphic regarding the emergency compound of the “Defense Council” struck during the gathering of senior officials: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC28022026927508570185

21:16
IDF: Following the sirens that sounded in several areas in northern and southern Israel, the Israeli Air Force intercepted a UAV launched from Iran toward several areas in the Arabah. Additionally, several UAVs launched from Iran toward northern Israel were intercepted. Sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.

20:11
IDF: First Footage — The Israeli Air Force intercepts an unmanned aerial vehicle launched from Iran.
Since the beginning of “Operation Roaring Lion,” the Israeli Air Force has intercepted more than ten UAVs launched from Iran.
Attached is footage of the interception: https://bit.ly/3My5tj6

19:48
IDF: Remarks of the Commander of the Israeli Air Force to control center commanders and aircrews: “‘Genesis’ was the opening aerial operation of Operation ‘Roaring Lion.’ It was the most significant aerial operation to date — enabling me to say at this moment: we’re off to a strong start.” Earlier today, Commander of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, spoke with control center commanders and aircrews following the largest aerial operation in IAF history.
Attached are audio recordings: https://bit.ly/4sbUbQp
Attached is footage of IAF aircraft en route to strikes in Iran: https://bit.ly/4lkIjcZ
Attached are images from IAF preparations: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/IDFANC28022026

19:27
IDF: A short while ago, sirens were sounded in several areas across the country following the identification of a missile launched from Iran toward the State of Israel. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats. The defense is not hermetic; the public must adhere to Home Front Command guidelines.

19:19
IDF: A short while ago, sirens were sounded in several areas across the country following the identification of a missile launched from Iran toward the State of Israel. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats. The defense is not hermetic; the public must adhere to Home Front Command guidelines.

19:03
IDF: Approximately 200 fighter jets completed the largest military flyover in Israeli Air Force history.
Since this morning, approximately 200 fighter jets carried out an extensive attack against the missile array and defense systems of the Iranian terror regime in western and central Iran, striking approximately 500 objectives simultaneously. One strike targeted a site in Tabriz used by the Iranian Surface-To-Surface Missiles Unit.
The operation significantly degraded the regime’s offensive capabilities.
The IAF continues to operate in Iran.

18:53
IDF: Initial report — The IDF has begun an additional wave of strikes targeting the Iranian terror regime’s missile launchers and aerial defense systems in central Iran.

18:19
Additional footage: Soldiers of the Iranian terror regime were struck while arming launchers to fire missiles toward the State of Israel.
Attached is footage: https://bit.ly/3OIbhHg

17:47
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff: “Any enemy that threatens Israel’s security will pay a heavy price. Trust us and rely on the strength of the IDF.”
Full remarks and video attached: https://bit.ly/4cSy3pU

17:36
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of a missile launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats. The public must follow Home Front Command guidelines.

17:33
IDF: In the last few hours, the Israeli Air Force intercepted a number of hostile aircraft launched from Iran.
Sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol.
The public is requested to continue acting in accordance with Home Front Command guidelines.

17:31
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of a missile launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats. The public must follow Home Front Command guidelines.

17:27
IDF: Following a situational assessment, it is now permitted to leave protected spaces in several areas across Israel. Search and Rescue forces are operating in locations where fallen projectiles were reported. The public must continue to follow Home Front Command instructions.

17:20
Initial Report — The IDF has begun a flyover and is striking missile launchers in Iran to thwart threats to the State of Israel.

16:50
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public must stay in protected spaces until official notice. The Aerial Defense Array is identifying and intercepting threats.

16:34
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of a missile launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats. The public must follow Home Front Command guidelines.

16:28
IDF: The IDF identified missiles launched from Iran. Defensive systems are intercepting. The public must enter protected spaces and remain until further notice.

16:12
IDF: The IDF completed a broad strike on the strategic defense system of the Iranian regime, including an advanced SA-65 aerial defense system in the Kermanshah area in western Iran.

15:56
IDF: The Chief of the General Staff to IAF pilots ahead of the strike in Iran: “‘Operation Roaring Lion’ commenced. You are authorized to execute. Strike your targets — you are making history.”

15:51
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of a missile launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats. The public must follow Home Front Command guidelines.

15:45
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public must stay in protected spaces until official notice.

15:35
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public must stay in protected spaces until official notice.

15:28
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of missiles launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats.

15:25
IDF: The IDF identified missiles launched from Iran. Defensive systems are intercepting. The public must enter protected spaces and remain until further notice.

14:56
IDF: The IDF continues to thwart numerous missile launches from Iran toward Israeli civilians.
During IAF strikes in western Iran, operatives preparing a launcher were identified and struck, preventing an imminent launch.

14:44
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of missiles launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats.

14:38
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public must stay in protected spaces until official notice.

14:21
IDF: The IDF identified missiles launched from Iran. Defensive systems are intercepting. The public must enter protected spaces and remain until further notice.

13:30
IDF: Initial footage from “Operation Roaring Lion.” The IDF continues striking targets in western Iran, including missile launchers.

13:09
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of missiles launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats.

13:05
IDF: The IDF identified missiles launched from Iran. Defensive systems are intercepting. The public must enter protected spaces and remain until further notice.

12:30
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of missiles launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats.

12:29
IDF: The IDF identified missiles launched from Iran. Defensive systems are intercepting. The public must enter protected spaces and remain until further notice.

11:50
IDF: In accordance with the multi-front situational assessment, the IDF is reinforcing forces across all sectors and commands, including ground forces, special forces, Air Force, and Navy, strengthening readiness for offensive and defensive scenarios.

11:24
IDF: The Israeli Air Force is currently conducting a broad strike on military targets belonging to the Iranian regime in western Iran.

11:01
IDF: “Roaring Lion” — The IDF and the U.S. Armed Forces have launched a broad joint campaign to degrade the Iranian terrorist regime and remove existential threats to the State of Israel.

10:54
IDF: The public is requested to continue following Home Front Command instructions and remain in protected spaces until official notice. The Aerial Defense Array is intercepting threats.

10:37
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public must stay in protected spaces until official notice.

10:24
IDF: An additional barrage of missiles was launched toward the State of Israel. The public must stay in protected spaces until official notice.

10:12
IDF: Sirens were sounded following identification of missiles launched from Iran. The Israeli Air Force is operating to intercept and strike threats.

10:09
IDF: The IDF identified missiles launched from Iran. Defensive systems are intercepting. The public must enter protected spaces and remain until further notice.

10:07
IDF: The Commander of the Home Front Command emphasized that strict adherence to protocol saves lives and urged the public to prepare protected spaces and follow instructions.

08:24
IDF: Following a situational assessment, immediate changes to Home Front Command guidelines were implemented. All areas moved from Full Activity to Essential Activity. Educational activities, gatherings, and workplaces are prohibited except for essential sectors. Full guidelines are available on official channels.

08:15
IDF: Sirens were sounded throughout Israel with advance alerts to stay near protected spaces. This is a proactive alert to prepare for possible missile launches toward the State of Israel.