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Live updates: Trump agrees to cancel strike on Iran

Days after Israel braces for escalation. Live Updates.

Trump

'I want to give Iran every chance before decapitation'

US President said he is prepared to authorize a large-scale military strike against Iran but stressed that he would rather avoid such an operation.

Trump:

Iran 'unbelievably duplicitous' in denying talks with US

Trump says Iran is secretly engaging in US talks despite public denials, claims US controls Strait of Hormuz and vows will never get nuclear weapons

Iran shuts down reports of US negotiations

Tehran denies plans for any talks with US officials, saying there will be no major change in the Strait of Hormuz as long as tensions with Washington persist.

Riyadh pushes for calm

MBS urges Trump toward diplomatic solutions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman calls President Donald Trump to urge diplomatic solutions and de-escalation to prevent broader regional instability.

Iranian President:

'US must be compelled to honor MoU'

President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran must force the US to abide by its signed peace MoU, calling the accord central to future security.

Trump:

'The talks with Iran will resume tomorrow'

President Trump announces US-Iran talks will resume on Monday after Middle Eastern allies persuade him to hold off on a massive attack to pursue a diplomatic deal.

Watch:

U.S. enforcement operation of Iran’s naval blockade

The U.S. Central Command released footage of the launch of a carrier-based fighter jet taking off in the Arabian Sea as part of operations against Iran.

Expert's assessment: This is America's objective in Iran

The security analyst believes that greater attention should be paid to the actions the United States is taking on the ground than to public statements.

Trump announces:

'I have agreed to cancel the attack on Iran'

President Trump announces he canceled a planned US strike on Iran following regional requests, demanding Tehran rapidly agree to a deal opening the Hormuz Strait.

US urges Americans to leave Middle East amid Iran fears

US State Department warns Americans in Middle East to consider leaving, citing risk of sudden airspace closures, flight disruptions, and attacks on US interests.

Suspected Iranian cyberattack targets US water supply

US officials investigating wave of cyber intrusions targeting water utilities across seven states, The New York Times reports.

'We are ready'

Iran vows retaliation for any US-Israeli strikes

Iran warns it has prepared plans to strike US and Israeli energy targets and potentially close the Strait of Hormuz following reports of imminent joint US-Israeli airstrikes.

Report:

Trump orders fresh attack on Iranian targets

Wall Street Journal reports Trump has ordered a fresh attack on Iran that could begin as soon as this weekend. CBS reports the US and Israel are preparing campaign against Iranian energy infrastructure.

'They lie and break their word'

Trump says he is 'losing faith' in Iran

President Trump expresses distrust in Iran, citing broken promises and missile attacks during talks, while reaffirming Iran will not get nuclear arms.

Report

$4B crypto scheme helped Iran evade sanctions

A Reuters investigation alleges a Dubai-based crypto exchange processed billions of dollars for an Iranian sanctions evasion network tied to gambling and the IRGC.

Report

US and Israel discuss imposing land blockade on Iran

The Telegraph reports that the proposal is among the options being considered by President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to increase economic pressure on Iran.

Defense Minister

'Israel will only join attacks on Iran if Trump asks us to'

Defense Minister Israel Katz addressed security, diplomatic, and political challenges at a Likud conference in Jerusalem.

Report

Pentagon considering reducing US military presence in Kuwait

Following Iranian attacks, the Pentagon has reportedly been discussing for some time the possibility of scaling back the US military presence in Kuwait.

US sanctions global entities aiding Iran’s IRGC

US sanctions six people and firms across four countries for assisting Iran's IRGC and its transport network, Mahan Air, in moving military equipment.

Iran’s FM claims Israel behind attack on US tanker in Egypt

Iranian FM Araghchi blames Israel for a drone strike on a US tanker in Egypt, calling it a “false-flag operation" despite reports attributing it to Iran.

Iran war

Republicans defeat another resolution to halt US military action

Senate Republicans again block a motion to pull US troops from Iran, giving President Trump leeway.

CENTCOM rebuts Iranian claims

Strait of Hormuz remains open, no US aircraft lost

US Central Command dismisses what it calls "false claims" by the IRGC, saying commercial shipping remains protected, no American aircraft were damaged, and the U.S. naval blockade remains fully in effect.

Ambulance driver indicted for spying for Iran

Israeli-Arab ambulance driver indicted for collecting intelligence on hospitals, protests, Hostages Square, and the home area of a senior security official for Iranian handlers.

Iranian officials:

Iran behind Egypt port blast

Drone attack on Egypt's Damietta Port meant to signal Tehran's ability to choke international shipping if the conflict escalates, Iranian officials tell The New York Times.

Following Jordan base attack

CENTCOM completes heavy wave of strikes across Iran

CENTCOM conducts strikes on dozens of IRGC targets across Iran in retaliation for attempted Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan.

'Nobody tells him what to do'

Netanyahu rejects claims he misled Trump on Iran

In an interview with ABC News, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirms President Trump leads their coalition against Iran, dismissing claims he persuaded the US to stay in the war.

Report:

Trump weighs intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign in Iran

President Trump is considering a CENTCOM plan for an intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign against Iran while keeping diplomatic response on the table, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Despite Iran strikes

Saudi Arabia urges de-escalation with Iran

Following joint airstrikes in Iraq, Saudi Arabia's defense minister informs Vice President Vance that Riyadh still seeks de-escalation with Iran, according to Axios.

Trump threatens Iran:

'We’re going to hit them very hard'

President Trump vows to hit Iran "very hard" in retaliation after Iran fired missiles targeting a base in Jordan overnight: “It’s our turn".

Hotovely to Arutz Sheva:

Netanyahu and Trump 'on the same page'

Speaking with Arutz Sheva from Washington, Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely shares a front-row view into the critical meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump.

US tanker hit in suspected drone attack in Egypt

An American tanker was struck in a suspected UAV attack at the Damietta Port in northern Egypt this evening.

Joint US-Saudi airstrikes reportedly killed six Iranian advisers

Associated Press reports six Iranian advisers were killed, with the Iraqi militias reporting a death toll of 20, when US and Saudi forces struck IRGC-linked militia sites in eastern Iraq overnight.

Senior Israeli official:

'Decision on Iran strikes is up to Trump'

Senior official says Iran moved centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain, and that Trump and Netanyahu discussed phasing out US military aid and options to eliminate Iran's nuclear threat, among other issues.

'They are going to get a beating'

Trump promises retaliation for Iranian attack on US forces

US President tells Fox News that the US will retaliate for the overnight missile barrage launched from Iran on US forces in Jordan.

Former classified unit reservist accused of spying for Iran

A former IDF soldier who served in a classified unit during both his mandatory and reserve service has been accused of spying for Iran.

'Spoils of war': Report exposes Iran's crackdown on Jews

New Jewish Chronicle investigation indicates Iran's shrinking Jewish community facing intimidation, arrests, vandalism, economic persecution.

Iran rejects Hormuz deal, enrages US mediators

Iran rejected an Omani proposal to share control of shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, angering mediators, Wall Street Journal report says.

Reuters report:

Iran to receive hundreds of shoulder-fired missiles from China

Iran expected to receive first shipment of hundreds of shoulder-fired air defense missiles from China in the coming weeks, Reuters reports.

After missile fire on Jordan

US and Saudi forces strike Iranian proxies

US and Saudi forces strike Iranian-aligned targets in Iraq, after American defenses intercept IRGC ballistic missiles launched at a base in Jordan.

US rejects 'unreasonable' Iranian demands for tolls in Hormuz

US official says Iran's "unreasonable demands" were rejected by Oman and the US, affirming no tolls or fees will be imposed in the Strait of Hormuz.

Report

Iran intensifying efforts to assassinate Israeli officials

Iran is reportedly seeking to attack both current and former officials in an effort to achieve a psychological victory over Israel.

Netanyahu and Trump Meet at the White House

Prime Minister Netanyahu met with U.S. President Trump at the White House and is expected to present him with intelligence evidence of nuclear activity at the “Pixaxe Mountain."

Trump jabs at Netanyahu ahead of White House meeting

Trump took a dig at Netanyahu, saying he did not need his updates on Iran and made it clear that he would prefer an agreement to war at this stage.

Gulf States back Oman's Hormuz plan with Iran

Reuters reports Gulf states support Oman's proposal for a joint mechanism with Iran to manage the Strait of Hormuz through voluntary user fees.

New poll:

Most Americans oppose war with Iran

A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that only one-in-three Americans support the war with Iran, while most say Trump has not clearly explained its goals.

Report:

Netanyahu to present Trump with proof of Iranian nuclear buildup

Prime Minister Netanyahu will present intelligence to President Trump showing Iran is installing centrifuges at Pickaxe Mountain and breaking ceasefire promises, reports The New York Post.

Trump on Iran:

'There are very friendly talks going on'

At a Michigan rally, President Trump states the US is having "friendly negotiations" with Iran while maintaining military pressure to ensure it never gets a nuclear weapon.

Trump warns Iran:

Talks must move fast or strikes resume

President Donald Trump said he paused expanded strikes on Iran to allow negotiations to continue, warning military action will resume if talks fail.

Iran, Qatar rabbis meet Emir in rare palace visit

A delegation from the Alliance of Rabbis in Islamic States, including Iran's chief rabbi, met Qatar's Emir in Doha to offer condolences following the death of his predecessor.

What's behind the pause in US strikes?

i24 political correspondent Guy Azriel believes that the halt in the American attacks is purely tactical: "We are far from the end of this story."

After vessel strike

Iran warns Ukraine of retaliation

Tehran summons a Ukrainian diplomat and warns of retaliation following a Caspian Sea strike on an Iranian vessel that killed a sailor.

'We have more than we need'

Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions

President Trump rejects reports that he delayed massive two-week military strike on Iran over concerns about declining missile stockpiles.

Netanyahu: How war with Iran will end

In a Fox News interview, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran's regime must either fall or be weakened enough to abandon its nuclear ambitions.

US military boards tanker to enforce Iranian naval blockade

US forces board a Comoros-flagged tanker and detail the disabling of another vessel, confirming its naval blockade against Iran remains in full effect.

Report:

Trump paused expanded Iran campaign over defense stockpiles

President Trump paused plans for an expanded military campaign against Iran amid warnings over dwindling air defense missile stockpiles, The New York Times reports.

Report:

Iran smuggling covert operatives into UK via migrant routes

Iran using illegal migrant routes to infiltrate covert operatives into Britain, with some agents already in London awaiting orders from Tehran, The Telegraph report says.

Israel remains on high alert despite pause in Iran strikes

For the first time in 13 nights, the United States did not attack Iran, but Israel is preparing for escalation.

NYT report:

Credible Iranian threat prompted Trump’s Air Force One swap

A credible threat by Iranian proxies forced President Trump to swap aircraft in Turkey following security warnings, according to The New York Times.

Netanyahu to meet Trump in DC amid soaring Iran tensions

Prime Minister Netanyahu will travel to Washington on Monday to meet President Trump and attend Sen. Lindsey Graham's funeral amid growing US-Iran tensions.