Update (Day 888) Swords of Iron-Roaring Lion “Close One” https://www.chaimmalespin.com/support

Boom! People aren’t used to seeing Hezbollah rockets intercepted right in front of them, but that’s exactly what happened to me.

Hezbollah planned 3 waves of attacks on Israel in one night; the first included about 100 missiles. Security sources say the second and third were disrupted by Israel’s multi-front defensive response.

Around 20 buildings were destroyed, and nearly 10,000 properties across Israel have been damaged, with residents filing claims. Israel’s defense minister has warned that if the Lebanese government fails to control Hezbollah, Israel may move to seize territory in Lebanon. As Israel Katz says: if Lebanon will not control its own country, Israel will have to act.

But the journey isn’t over. The path continues until Hamas is defeated, Hezbollah is removed from southern Lebanon, and Lebanon’s government is free from Hezbollah’s grip. It continues until the Houthis are pushed out of Yemen and the terror regime in Iran is replaced by a government committed to democratic elections and the separation of powers.

Reports say Mohammad, the son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has taken over leadership. He has vowed revenge, saying Iran will focus on attacking American bases and pursue what he calls a “blood revenge” for his father and others killed.

Meanwhile, a former NATO commander warns Iran could turn the Strait of Hormuz into a maritime nightmare within days. Even though the U.S. has struck mine-laying vessels and allies are working to keep the route open, disruptions could shake the global economy. A large share of the world’s oil flows through that narrow corridor.

The U.S. and Israel continue striking Iranian military targets. Images from Tehran—especially the Ekbatan district—show Iranians thanking Israel and the U.S.; many are risking their lives to speak out, like the women who protested in the streets with nothing but courage and uncovered hair.

The IDF has dismantled about 250 Iranian aircraft and hundreds of missile launchers. During one strike, the Israeli Air Force identified UAV operatives preparing to launch drones and eliminated them before the attack.

The IDF is operating around the clock to stop further ballistic missile strikes. About 50 Hezbollah operatives involved in missile launches were eliminated, and roughly 350 Hezbollah fighters in total—including 120 from the Radwan Force.

On the ground, the IDF’s Mountain Brigade (810th Division) and the 210th Division are operating in areas such as Mount Dov and southern Lebanon. Units including Yahalom and combat engineers are removing rocket launchers, weapons depots, tunnels, mortar shells, and other equipment.

Step by step, these networks are being dismantled. The goal is clear: defeat terrorism and restore peace to this land.

Thank you for your prayers and support. Many of you have stood with me for nearly 900 days—and I’m deeply grateful.