Elad Benari

Trump on Iran:

Trump on Iran: Watch what happens to these scumbags today

In a post on Truth Social, President Trump declares the US is "totally destroying" Iran’s regime and threatens further action.

Trump on Mojtaba Khamenei: He’s probably alive, but damaged

US President Donald Trump believes Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is alive but seriously injured.

Trump:

Trump: War with Iran progressing 'very rapidly' but isn’t over

President Trump says the US war against Iran is moving "very rapidly", describes Iran as "a nation of terror and hate".

Canada allocates $10M to boost security at Jewish institutions

Canada will allocate $10 million to help Jewish institutions strengthen security after gunfire struck three Toronto-area synagogues.

Trump:

Trump: Iran 'pretty much at the end of the line'

US President Donald Trump says Iran is “pretty much at the end of the line," claiming it has lost key military capabilities, but indicates the conflict will not end immediately.

Together with Hezbollah

IRGC claims joint missile and drone assault on Israel with Hezbollah

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says missile barrages on Israel were a joint operation with Hezbollah, targeting over 50 sites with ballistic missiles, rockets, and drones.

Trump on Iran:

Trump on Iran: We've got to finish the job

US President Donald Trump says the US must “finish the job" against Iran, adding that American forces have “virtually destroyed" the country in 11 days.

North Korea backs Mojtaba Khamenei, condemns US-Israel strikes

North Korea voices support for Iran’s choice of Mojtaba Khamenei as Supreme Leader and condemns US and Israeli strikes on Iran, calling them illegal.

Team Israel ends WBC run with 6-2 win over Netherlands

Team Israel defeats the Netherlands 6-2 in Miami to finish its World Baseball Classic run. Though it missed the quarterfinals, Israel secured a spot in the next tournament.

Iran says it will not seek ceasefire, vows to punish 'aggressor'

Iran’s parliament speaker says Tehran is not seeking a ceasefire with the US and Israel, vows the “aggressor" will be punished.

IAEA chief:

IAEA chief: Large portion of Iran’s uranium stockpile likely in Isfahan

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says more than 200 kg of Iran’s 60% enriched uranium is believed to remain at the Isfahan tunnel complex, one of the few nuclear sites not badly damaged in June strikes.

Trump fires back

IRGC: We will decide when war ends, Trump warns of death, fire, and fury

Iran’s IRGC warns it will “determine the end of the war" and threatens to halt regional oil exports if US and Israeli attacks continue. Trump: If Iran does anything, we will hit them 20 times harder.

Team Israel falls to Dominican Republic in WBC action

Team Israel falls 10-1 to the Dominican Republic in World Baseball Classic in Miami. Spencer Horwitz hits Israel’s lone home run.

Trump on Iran:

Trump on Iran: We are close to finishing the war

President Trump vows the US will continue its campaign against Iran until “total and decisive" victory: If we hadn't struck, Israel would have been wiped out.

After attacks in Riyadh

US orders diplomatic staff to leave Saudi Arabia after attacks in Riyadh

The US State Department has ordered American diplomatic staff to leave Saudi Arabia after drone attacks near the US Embassy in Riyadh.

Team Israel shuts out Nicaragua 5-0, secures next WBC berth

Team Israel defeats Nicaragua 5-0 in Pool D play at the World Baseball Classic, securing a key win that ensures Israel will avoid relegation and automatically qualify for the next tournament.

UNRWA confirms:

UNRWA confirms firing Gaza school principal tied to October 7 massacre

UNRWA confirms firing a Gaza school principal accused of participating in the October 7 Hamas attack, as a US investigation found he coordinated with terrorists.

Houthi leader warns group has ‘fingers on the trigger’

Houthi leader Abdul Malik Al-Houthi warns that the Iran-backed group is ready to strike as tensions rise following US and Israeli attacks on Iran.

Trump:

Trump: Iran ground invasion a waste of time, they’ve lost everything

Trump tells NBC News he wants Iran’s leadership structure removed and dismisses the idea of a ground invasion, calling it “a waste of time" and saying Iran has already “lost everything."

Watch:

Watch: CENTCOM strikes Iranian drone carrier

CENTCOM releases footage of a strike on an Iranian drone carrier during Operation Epic Fury, saying the vessel was hit and is now on fire.

IAEA: No damage found at Iran nuclear sites

The IAEA says satellite imagery shows no damage to facilities containing nuclear material in Iran and no radiation risk.

Spain denies White House claim of cooperation in Iran strikes

Spain denies a White House claim that it agreed to cooperate with US military operations against Iran, as officials reaffirm opposition to the war.

Amid wave of antisemitism

Kosher restaurant vandalized in Montreal amid wave of antisemitism

Antisemitic incidents in Canada continue following the elimination of Iran’s Ali Khamenei, with vandalism in Montreal following shootings targeting a Jewish-owned restaurant and synagogue in Toronto.

Trump on Iran operation:

Trump on Iran operation: On a scale of 10, I’d rate it about 15

President Donald Trump says the US is in a “very strong position" in the war with Iran: “We’re doing very well, to put it mildly."

IAEA chief:

IAEA chief: Iran’s uranium stockpile and limited access raise serious concerns

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns that Iran’s stockpile of near-weapons-grade uranium and limited inspector access raise serious concerns, as the agency confirms damage to Natanz.

Lindsey Graham urges Trump to join Israel in striking Hezbollah

Sen. Lindsey Graham calls on President Trump to join Israel in attacking Hezbollah after the group fired at Israel amid the war with Iran.

Rubio clarifies:

Rubio clarifies remarks, says US was not dragged into war with Iran

Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarifies remarks about the Iran war, saying US was not dragged by Israel into the conflict and that President Trump ordered strikes after concluding diplomacy would fail.

Denies base use

Spain condemns US and Israel’s strikes on Iran, denies base use

Spain denies the US use of its military bases for strikes on Iran, condemning what it calls "unjustified" intervention.

Witkoff:

Witkoff: The Iranians boasted that they could make 11 nuclear bombs

President Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, says on Fox News that Iran showed no interest in a deal to curb its missile program and nuclear ambitions.

Report:

Report: Senior Iranian official moves to reopen US negotiations

Iran’s Ali Larijani reportedly seeks to reopen nuclear talks with the US after joint US-Israel strikes. Larijani denies the report.

Saudi Arabia denies lobbying Trump to strike Iran

Saudi Arabia denies a Washington Post report claiming Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman lobbied President Trump to strike Iran, insisting Riyadh consistently supported diplomacy.

Eurovision Song Contest to enforce strict security in Vienna

Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna will feature tight security, with 500 personnel deployed. Sniffer dogs will be used throughout the city for safety.

Family of UN’s Francesca Albanese sues US over sanctions

Francesca Albanese’s family sues the Trump administration over sanctions imposed after her criticism of Israel, claiming the penalties violate her First Amendment rights.

Iranian FM:

Iranian FM: Progress made in 'intense' talks with US

In a post on social media, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reports progress in US-Iran talks in Geneva, with technical teams set to meet in Vienna soon.

Housing, immigration discussed

Trump meets NYC Mayor Mamdani to discuss housing and immigration concerns

President Trump meets with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to discuss housing and the release of a Columbia student detained by ICE. Mamdani shares details on social media.

'Send them back':

'Send them back': Trump slams Omar and Tlaib for heckling during State of the Union

Trump blasts Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib for heckling him during the State of the Union, calling them "mentally deranged" and demanding they be sent "back from where they came."

PA envoy drops UN presidency bid, Israel applauds decision

PA envoy Riyad Mansour withdraws bid for UN President after diplomatic pressure. Israel's Ambassador Danny Danon hails the move: The PA should focus on stopping incitement.

Rubio:

Rubio: Iran poses grave danger to the US, beyond its nuclear ambitions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran poses a grave threat beyond its nuclear program, citing ballistic missiles and naval capabilities ahead of US-Iran talks in Geneva.

Vance:

Vance: US has evidence Iran is rebuilding nuclear program

Vice President JD Vance says the US has evidence Iran is attempting to rebuild its nuclear program, stresses Trump prefers diplomacy but retains other options.

Syrian forces dismantle ISIS cell near Raqqa, kill its leader

Syrian security forces dismantle an ISIS cell near Raqqa, killing its leader and arresting several terrorists following deadly attacks on checkpoints.