Iran

Iran:

'US response is insufficient'

Iran says the US response to its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz is insufficient, as indirect negotiations continue through Qatar.

US disables cargo ship attempting to breach Iran naval blockade

CENTCOM says a US fighter jet disabled a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored warnings and attempted to breach the naval blockade against Iran.

Trump:

'We stopped Iran from nukes, 18 men did not die in vain'

President Trump honors 18 US servicemembers killed in the Iran war, saying their sacrifice helped prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Trump:

'War with Iran will be over soon, one way or another'

President Trump says the war with Iran will end soon, either through diplomacy or military action, as the Pentagon prepares possible strikes on Iranian targets.

Operated on behalf of Iran

IDF strikes terrorist behind attacks in southern Syria

The IDF says it targeted Yusuf Ali Al-Hassoun, an Iranian-directed terrorist who planned drone and rocket attacks against Israeli soldiers in southern Syria.

US sanctions 17 vessels in crackdown on Iran's shadow oil fleet

The US Treasury sanctions 17 vessels and networks transporting Iranian oil, aiming to cut Tehran's revenue and intensify pressure for a peace agreement.

Iran's nuclear chief:

'We will not abandon uranium enrichment'

Iran's nuclear chief Mohammad Eslami rejects US demands to curb uranium enrichment, insisting Tehran will neither halt enrichment nor surrender its uranium.

Report:

US prepares major Iran strike plans

The New York Times reports that the Pentagon is preparing a three-day military campaign against Iran as three US aircraft carriers head to the Middle East, though Trump is reluctant to strike.

Amid Houthi attacks

US issues Middle East travel warning

The US State Department warns Americans of possible attacks and travel disruptions in the Middle East as Houthi hostilities against Saudi Arabia escalate.

Donald Trump:

'US will not attack Iran before midterm elections'

US President Donald Trump announced that he will not attack Iran before the midterm elections on November 3. He said talks with Tehran are making progress and that the blockade will continue.

Meir Ben-Shabbat:

Israel must prepare for copycat aviation attacks

Former National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat warns of potential copycat attacks following the Flydubai hijacking attempt, urges Israel to maintain military pressure on Hamas to thwart kidnapping plots.

Report: Pentagon orders preparations for renewed war with Iran

Pentagon instructed US Central Command to complete preparations for renewed military operations against Iran, potentually before Israel's elections, report says.

Even before midterms

Report: Trump weighs new strikes on Iran

The White House has asked the Pentagon for options to strike Iran before the midterms as Trump seeks progress in the war and lower gas prices, according to The Atlantic.

Despite US pressure

Iran sent Hezbollah $200 million

Reuters reports Iran sent Hezbollah $200 million for displaced Lebanese families, despite tighter US pressure and growing obstacles to moving funds.

Vance:

'Iran must make meaningful nuclear concessions to end war'

US Vice President says Iran must significantly reduce its nuclear enrichment capacity for a deal to end the war.

Satellite images reveal:

Iran has resumed activity at nuclear site struck by Israel

Recent satellite images indicate a major resumption of activity at Minzadei, a nuclear weapons development site in Iran that was struck by Israel.

Trump:

'Iran war will end pretty soon, you’ll find out how'

President Trump predicts the Iran war will end “pretty soon", adding: “They’re not a bully anymore."

What Washington keeps getting wrong about Iran

America has made the same dangerous mistake about Iran for nearly 50 years. Only Marco Rubio seems to get it. Opinion.

Report:

Iranian drone plot behind threat to US bombers at UK base

New York Times reports Iranian drone plot targeting B-1 bombers and US personnel at RAF Fairford prompted the weekend withdrawal.

US Treasury to foreign banks:

Iran ties could bring sanctions without notice

The US Treasury warns foreign financial institutions doing business with Iran that they could face sanctions without advance notice and lose access to US banking.

US redirects 130th vessel enforcing naval blockade against Iran

US Central Command says forces have redirected 130 vessels enforcing the naval blockade against Iran and disabled three ships that refused to comply.

Trump:

'US defeating Iran, war will end very quickly'

President Trump says the US is defeating Iran and predicts the war will end quickly, reiterating that Iran will not be allowed to have nuclear weapons.

Trump confirms:

'US moved bombers from UK base over threat'

President Trump confirms the US removed bombers from RAF Fairford over a threat, says he believes Iran was behind the attempted Flydubai attack.

Iran’s new weapon: Female soldiers

Iran has begun training women for combat against the US and Israel. Among other things, they are learning to operate weapons and conduct urban warfare.

Herzog to Fox News:

Israel is ‘protecting the West and the free world’

President Herzog told Fox News the Flydubai attack exposed serious security gaps and warned that Iran must never gain access to nuclear capabilities.

Yemen announces major offensive to retake Houthi-controlled areas

Yemen's internationally recognized government launches a major offensive against the Iran-backed Houthis, vowing to retake territory seized by the terror group.

Amid Iran-backed terror plot

US withdraws bombers from UK base

The US has withdrawn all bombers from RAF Fairford in England after commanders received new threats about a suspected Iran-backed plot targeting the base.

Iran:

'We'll extend our missile range'

Iranian military spokesman Mohammad Akramnia announces that Tehran has begun working to increase the range of its missiles following the war with the US.

Political interference:

Foreign bots attempt to influence Israel's political discourse

Kan News investigation reveals foreign-linked bot networks active on October 7, spreading anti-Israel narratives, returned, seeking to influence Israel’s political discourse ahead of the elections.

Yom Kippur terror plot foiled

Two Iranian nationals were arrested in the UK over an alleged plot to attack Manchester's Jewish community during Yom Kippur.

Iran official mocks Trump

'Worst president in American history'

Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei mocks Trump as the US weighs renewed strikes on Iran.

Israeli Arab arrested on suspicion of carrying out tasks for Iran

Police and Shin Bet say a 25-year-old Israeli carried out paid tasks for an online contact linked to Iran; prosecutors are expected to file charges.

Pressure campaign

US sanctions Iran’s major auto and rail firms

The Trump administration sanctions Iran’s largest automakers, railway firms and foreign suppliers as Washington seeks to restrict Tehran’s revenue and weapons capabilities.

Amid Iran war concerns

US sends Patriot batteries to Saudi Arabia, Qatar

Axios reports the US has deployed Patriot batteries to protect energy facilities in Saudi Arabia and Qatar as Washington strengthens its military presence amid Iran war concerns.

Trump: Iran 'ready to fold up'

President Trump again predicts the war with Iran could end after November’s midterm elections: They were three to four weeks away from a nuclear weapon.

UK-Iranian dual citizen arrested in connection with foiled attack

A British citizen who also holds Iranian citizenship was arrested on suspicion of planning a terrorist act against the RAF Fairford base in Britain, which was foiled earlier this week.

Flydubai hijacking attempt

Trump: From what I've heard, Iran is connected

Trump says that, from what he is hearing, the Omani co-pilot who attempted to crash a plane full of Israelis is linked to Iran. Promises to 'hit them hard' if so.

Netanyahu:

'Too early to say if Iran was behind Flydubai incident'

Netanyahu praises the Israeli passenger who helped stop an attack on a Flydubai flight and says Israel is investigating possible Iranian involvement.

Trump:

'The Iran war will end soon, one way or another'

President Trump tells reporters the US will soon have to decide whether to strike Iran or reach a deal.

UK PM:

‘Strong indications Iran involved in RAF terror investigation’

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says there are “strong indications" Iran was involved a terror plot near RAF Fairford which led to the arrests of five men.

Iran receives US response to proposal to revive Gulf ceasefire

Iran says it received Washington’s response to its latest proposal to revive the Gulf ceasefire, as negotiations remain deadlocked and tensions persist.

After Netanyahu visit

Iran warns UAE: Israel’s regional presence 'very dangerous'

Iran condemns Netanyahu’s visit to the UAE, warning regional countries against expanding Israel’s presence and accusing it of fueling instability.

Aiding Iran’s weapons programs

US sanctions 10 individuals and entities

US Treasury sanctions 10 individuals and entities in five countries over alleged support for Iran’s weapons programs and procurement of military components.

Report:

US-Iran talks deadlocked as Qatar mediation efforts stall

Qatar’s efforts to bridge differences between the US and Iran have stalled, with both sides holding firm as concerns grow over renewed military conflict, according to Axios.

Trump rejects Axios report: I offered nothing to Iran

President Trump rejects an Axios report that he offered Iran sanctions relief and frozen funds, insisting, “I offered them NOTHING!"

Trump on Iran:

'I stopped them from having a nuclear weapon'

Trump says the Iran war will end “very soon" with a US victory, warning of the global consequences of a nuclear-armed Iran: Israel would be wiped out, there would be no Middle East

'Pretty cynical attempt'

US envoy Waltz dismisses Iran ceasefire proposal

US envoy to the UN calls Iran’s seven-day ceasefire proposal a “pretty cynical attempt" to win sanctions relief and access frozen funds.

Previously undisclosed

Report: Eight US Marines injured in Iranian missile attack

NBC News reports that eight US Marines suffered injuries including smoke inhalation and concussion symptoms in Iranian missile attack in Hormuz.

Trump:

'We’re going to win this war very soon'

Trump tells Fox News the US will win the war with Iran soon as Washington and Tehran remain divided over nuclear concessions, Hormuz and a potential deal.

Iran warns US of 'doomsday war'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi tells NBC that Tehran is prepared for a 'doomsday war' with the US but remains willing to pursue diplomacy.

Despite rejecting latest deal

Trump expects more talks with Iran this week

Trump expects fresh negotiations with Iran this week despite rejecting Tehran's proposal, while keeping the possibility of further military strikes open.

Five arrested in suspected Iranian attempt to attack USAF base

Five men were arrested after three suspicious vans were spotted heading toward RAF Fairford, as British counter-terror police investigate a possible Iranian-linked terror plot.

Explosives scare at US airbase in Britain amid Iranian threats

Several arrested near RAF Fairford as bomb disposal experts examine vehicles and residents are evacuated, following Iranian threats against US bomber base.

Mamdani’s genocide accusation: Why the silence on Iran?

As NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani renews accusations against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, we must challenge his use of the word 'genocide' and question his silence on Iran’s human rights abuses. Opinion.

Belgium links Iran to attacks on European Jews

Belgian intelligence says attacks on a synagogue and Jewish neighborhood were carried out in response to an Iranian call targeting Jewish and Israeli interests worldwide.

Trump rejects Iranian ceasefire proposal

Trump rejects Tehran’s seven-day ceasefire plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran insists Washington must meet its conditions before nuclear talks can resume.

Iran:

'No nuclear concessions even if US agrees to reopen Strait'

Senior Iranian official says Tehran will not compromise on its nuclear program even if the US accepts Iran’s conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Colombia cuts diplomatic ties with Iran

Colombia has cut diplomatic ties with Iran, citing national security concerns and Tehran’s ties to narco-terrorist groups and regional attacks.

Israel's PM at the UN:

Netanyahu’s message on Iran and the voices the world must hear

The Iranian people are not synonymous with the regime governing them. Netanyahu contrasted with Pezeshkian. Opinion.

Pezeshkian:

Iran willing to revive US deal before November midterms

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran wants to revive a US deal before November’s midterms as negotiators discuss a phased end to the war.