Treasury cracks down on Iranian crypto network
US Treasury sanctions BitBank and associates of Babak Zanjani, accusing the network of moving hundreds of millions in Bitcoin to Iran’s IRGC.
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‘Do I want to annihilate them?’
Trump weighs major Iran decision
US President Donald Trump says he will consult Gulf leaders before deciding whether to renew large-scale attacks on Iran or pursue diplomacy.
Netanyahu
‘We'll bring down Iranian regime, eliminate Hamas & Hezbollah’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses ISA outstanding personnel ceremony, says Israel is settling accounts with October 7 terrorists and warns: “No one is immune. We will reach all of you."
Report:
Trump to meet Gulf leaders at UN to discuss Iran war
Axios reports Trump is expected to meet Gulf leaders at the UN next week to discuss the Iran war, postwar plans and the next steps for the region.
Trump:
'Iran very much wants a deal'
President Trump says Iran “very much" wants a deal as he signals the war may be nearing its end and confirms direct contact with Tehran.
Watch
The images the US tried to hide? Damage from Iranian strikes
Images provided to CBS by US military personnel reveal damage caused to military bases and American property at several sites across the Middle East by Iranian strikes.
Precedent-setting sentence for man who worked for Iran
Alexander Granovsky documented power stations and Benny Gantz’s neighborhood, set fire to nine vehicles, and received thousands of dollars from an Iranian agent. He has now been sentenced.
US House again votes to halt Trump's war with Iran
US House votes for a third time to end Trump's Iran war, with seven Republicans joining Democrats ahead of the November midterm elections.
German Chancellor to Iran:
'End Hormuz blockade and halt nuclear program'
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges Iran to end the Hormuz blockade, halt its nuclear program and prevent the conflict from spreading into Iraq.
Iran attack threat
US warns Americans: Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia
US urges Americans to reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia, citing missile and drone threats from Iran and the Houthis.
Vance:
'US-Iran war will enter much different phase within months'
Vice President JD Vance says the US-Iran conflict will enter a “much different phase" within months as Washington pressures Tehran and restores traffic through Hormuz.
US, Israeli, Arab military chiefs hold secret meeting in Germany
US, Israeli and Arab military chiefs hold secret Germany meeting on ongoing conflict with Iran and broader regional tensions.
Pentagon reveals cost of war in Iran
A new Pentagon inspector general report reveals ammunition shortages, major aircraft losses and Iranian strikes on a key US Navy hub.
US blocks Iran nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna
US blocks an exemption allowing Iran's nuclear chief to attend an IAEA meeting, citing UN sanctions and Tehran's lack of nuclear cooperation.
Iranian official:
'No talks with US until Iran's conditions are met'
Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei rejects Trump's mixed signals on talks.
Pezeshkian:
'Iran ready for nuclear talks if US lifts sanctions'
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran is ready for nuclear talks with Washington if the US lifts sanctions and abandons unilateral pressure.
US calls claim false
Iran says tanker hit naval mine near Hormuz
Iran says an oil tanker struck a naval mine near the Strait of Hormuz, while CENTCOM says the vessel was hit by an Iranian missile and drone.
Iran: Israel is the ‘only winner’ of regional tensions
Tehran calls for dialogue with Gulf states as Saudi Arabia postpones planned Oman meeting, Iran International report says.
IAEA: Almost no nuclear inspections in Iran for six months
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns inspectors have had virtually no access to Iran’s nuclear facilities for six months, raising 'serious proliferation' concerns.
Against Israel and US:
Report: Iran turns to Russia for upgraded drones
Tehran seeking advanced Russian-made versions of its own Shahed drones, report says.
Report:
Trump wants Iran talks focused on nuclear program, not Hormuz
The Trump administration wants future Iran talks limited to the nuclear issue as Tehran seeks resolution of the Strait of Hormuz dispute, CNN reports.
Who is running Iran?
Report reveals chaos at the top of the regime
NYT report reveals deep divisions in Iran over war and US talks, as officials question Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s role and authority.
Trump links 9/11 war on terror to ongoing war against Iran
Trump marks 9/11 anniversary at Pentagon, linking the war on terror to the fight against Iran and vowing the US will never forget the attacks.
After destroying tunnels:
Zamir issues stark warning to Hezbollah
IDF Chief Eyal Zamir warns Hezbollah against rebuilding its capabilities after troops dismantled a major underground terror network built with Iranian aid.
US official confirms:
Iranian attack damaged US warplanes at Jordan air base
A US official confirms a CBS report that an Iranian missile attack damaged an A-10 and about eight F-15s at a US air base in Jordan.
Trump:
'I have no regrets over Iran war, I'd do it again'
Trump says he would make the same decision to strike Iran's nuclear sites, warning Tehran will not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.
Expanded economic campaign
US sanctions Hezbollah, Iran proxy networks
The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah and Iranian proxy networks as Washington expands its campaign to cut Tehran off from financial support.
Netanyahu:
Iran is trying to rearm, I won't let them have nuclear weapons
Speaking at the Western Wall ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Netanyahu pledges Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons as long as he remains Prime Minister.
IAEA confirms:
Signs of activity at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says remote imagery shows movement at Iran’s fortified Pickaxe Mountain site, but inspectors still do not know what is underway.
Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, face a blow unlike any before
Defense Minister sends New Year wishes to Iran's Jews, warns Tehran any attack on Israel will trigger devastating response.
American fighter jets damaged in Iranian attack
In a recent Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, about eight F-15 fighter jets sustained minor damage and have already been returned to service.
'We'll hit them very hard'
Trump warns Iran over Pickaxe activity
Trump warns Iran against nuclear activity at Pickaxe Mountain: I would advise them not to get cute.
Report:
Trump aides warn Iran war could last through end of his term
Senior Trump advisers have privately warned the Iran war could continue until 2029, despite his public assurances that the conflict will end soon, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Rubio:
'Iran will continue to pay price for attacks on US ships'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran will face further consequences for attacks on US ships as Washington maintains economic pressure on Tehran.
Trump reveals when he thinks the Iran war will end
President Trump predicts the Iran war will end after November’s midterms, accusing Tehran of trying to influence the vote and warning of more US strikes.
After 20 years:
IAEA sends Iran nuclear case to UN Security Council
IAEA Board refers Iran to the UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years over Tehran’s failure to cooperate with a probe into undeclared uranium.
Katz:
‘When necessary, we’ll strike Iran a third time’
From Mount Hermon, Defense Minister Katz vows Israel will remain in the Syrian security zone and warns that Iran could face a third Israeli strike.
Iran’s new demands from US: $24 billion, Yemen, Lebanon and nukes
IRGC says war with the US could end if Washington meets Tehran’s demands on frozen assets, nuclear and missile programs, Yemen and Lebanon.
Iran’s oil lifeline is collapsing as exports plunge 85%
Iran’s oil shipments are plunging, tanker reserves are rapidly shrinking, and China is seeking alternative suppliers.
Iran hits Jordan bases after US strikes Iranian oil tankers
Iran launches missiles towards two military bases in Jordan. Missiles visible across Israel but were not directed at it.
Rubio warns Iran:
'Every time they attack US ships, they will lose tankers'
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Iran that Washington will retaliate for every attempted attack on US assets amid escalating regional tensions.
American Jewish jeweler freed after 4 years in Iran
The 71-year-old New Yorker walked out of Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison after years behind bars.
Iran’s new warning to US:
Missiles, ‘economic warfare’ and Gulf exclusion zone
Tehran threatens a new Persian Gulf exclusion zone and missile attacks on US forces as Washington’s blockade chokes Iranian oil exports.
CENTCOM:
'US forces redirected 94 vessels to enforce Iran blockade'
CENTCOM says US forces redirected 94 commercial vessels and boarded two as Washington enforces its maritime blockade against Iran. Trump: Oil prices will drop when we win the war.
US Energy Secretary:
'Iran nuclear deal may not be reached'
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says in TV interviews that Washington may prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons by destroying its capabilities rather than reaching a deal.
Iran to establish 'prohibited zone' near Strait of Hormuz
Iran says it will establish a “prohibited zone" near the Strait of Hormuz as petrol prices rise and US economic and military pressure intensifies.
‘Don’t mess with us’:
Netanyahu warns Iran of crushing response
Netanyahu warns Iran against attacking Israel, says its regime is weak and faltering, and vows to complete a mission that will reshape the Middle East.
Report
Hezbollah abandoned Ali al-Taher Ridge on Iran’s orders
The terrorist organization withdrew from the Ali al-Taher Ridge and left it to Israeli forces rather than hand the territory over to the Lebanese Army, on orders from the Iranian regime.
Sanders calls for end to Iran war, cites rising gas prices
Sen. Bernie Sanders calls for an end to the Iran war, saying the conflict is driving up gasoline prices and “wreaking havoc" on the US economy.
Watch:
US forces destroy Iranian oil tanker in Gulf of Oman
CENTCOM announces US forces destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after the IRGC launched ballistic missiles at two US Navy ships.
Iran plots to keep US under pressure until November elections
Arab diplomats say Tehran may prolong its controlled escalation with the United States to pressure President Trump ahead of the midterm elections.
US sanctions Turkish bank over Iran, IRGC financial network
US Treasury sanctions a Turkish bank and two subsidiaries, accusing them of helping Iran and the IRGC-QF move tens of millions of dollars.
Report:
Trump developing plan to contain Iran, expand Israel ties
The Trump administration is drafting a post-war Middle East strategy focused on containing Iran, advancing Gaza plans and expanding Israel normalization, according to Axios.
Trump warns Iran:
'We may hit Pickaxe very soon'
President Trump warns the US could soon strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain facility, while calling the conflict a limited "military conflict."
Over nuclear program
US and allies push for UN action against Iran
The US, Britain, France and Germany are seeking an IAEA resolution referring Iran to the UN Security Council over its nuclear program.
Report:
IRGC launches ballistic missile attack on US bases in Jordan
Iranian media report an IRGC ballistic missile attack on US bases in Jordan, but a US official says there is currently no knowledge of any attack.
Report:
South Korea preparing military deployment to Strait of Hormuz
South Korea is reportedly preparing to deploy military assets to the Strait of Hormuz, while Seoul says no final deployment decision has been made.
Trump:
'Iran was weeks away from nuclear weapon before US strikes'
In an interview with British journalist Bev Turner, Trump says Iran was weeks from a nuclear weapon before US strikes, which destroyed key sites and left the regime in serious trouble.
Vance:
'US won’t talk to Iran until it stops attacking commercial ships'
Vice President JD Vance says the US will not resume talks with Iran until Tehran stops attacking commercial ships: “Stop acting like crazy people."
Report
Oman quietly rejects Iran plan for Strait of Hormuz
Despite Iran's claims that an agreement has been reached to jointly charge fees to transit the Strait of Hormuz, Muscat has backed away from the talks.