Trump:
Trump: War in Iran should end ‘pretty soon’
President Trump says the war in Iran should be coming to an end “pretty soon," describing the operation as going “swimmingly".
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US official:
US official: Vance played role in Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Vice President JD Vance played a significant role in brokering the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, a senior administration official tells CNN.
Sanders fails again
Sanders fails again: Senate votes down Israel arms ban
US Senate overwhelmingly rejects two resolutions by Sen. Bernie Sanders aimed at blocking arms sales to Israel. The votes mark Sanders’ fourth failed attempt since late 2024 to end US military aid to Israel.
Iranian Parliament speaker:
Iranian Parliament speaker: Iran and Hezbollah are 'one soul'
Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declares that no ceasefire with the US is possible without including Lebanon, demanding America abandon its "Israel First" policy.
Two arrested over antisemitic synagogue arson attempt in London
Metropolitan Police arrest 47-year-old woman and 46-year-old man in connection with an attempted antisemitic arson attack on a synagogue in Finchley. Hate crime investigation continues.
Trump to Fox News:
Trump to Fox News: War with Iran 'very close to being over'
US President Donald Trump tells Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo that the war with Iran is "very close to being over".
Vance to lead potential second round of US-Iran talks
Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead a potential second round of talks with Iranian officials if negotiations resume before the ceasefire expires next week, sources tell CNN.
'They want a deal'
'They want a deal': Vance optimistic after Iran talks
US Vice President JD Vance expresses optimism about US-Iran talks, revealing President Trump’s “grand bargain" to make Iran economically prosperous in exchange for abandoning nuclear weapons.
IRGC threatens: We haven't used our real power yet
IRGC spokesman warns the enemy has "no idea" about undisclosed capabilities as the US begins a blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio to join direct Israel-Lebanon talks at State Department
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will take part in direct talks between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday at the State Department.
Trump:
Trump: I don’t care if Iran comes back to the negotiating table
President Trump vows Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon. “I don't care if they come back to the negotiations. If they don't come back, I'm fine."
'If you fight, we fight'
Iran responds to Trump’s Hormuz blockade: If you fight, we fight
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismisses Trump’s threat of a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, declaring Iran will respond with force if attacked - or logic if negotiated with.
Iranian FM:
Iranian FM: Our good faith was met with a blockade
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims Tehran negotiated in good faith during talks with the US in Pakistan, but US "maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade" derailed an agreement.
Iran: No US talks until Lebanon ceasefire holds
Iran says talks to end the war with the US depend on Washington honoring ceasefire commitments - including halting fighting in Lebanon.
Leiter to Pakistani minister:
Ambassador Leiter to Pakistani minister: You're not a mediator, you're the problem
Israeli Ambassador to the US sharply rebukes Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif for calling Israel “evil" and accusing it of genocide.
UK considering blocking Kanye West from entering the country
The UK government is examining whether to bar Kanye West from entering the country due to his history of antisemitic remarks and actions.
Iran fires back
Iran fires back: 'Delusional' Trump can’t erase US humiliation
Iran dismisses Trump’s fresh threats as the words of a “delusional" president, claiming the US suffered humiliation in the West Asia war.
In meeting with Hamas leaders
Erdogan reaffirms Palestinian support in meeting with Hamas leaders
Senior Hamas delegation meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul, stressing the need to implement the ceasefire.
Netanyahu:
Netanyahu: Trump thanked Israel for helping rescue downed pilot
Prime Minister Netanyahu speaks with President Trump, says Trump thanked Israel for its critical assistance in the daring operation to rescue a US pilot downed in Iran.
IRGC defies Trump:
IRGC defies Trump: Strait of Hormuz will never be the same
IRGC rejects President Trump’s ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, declaring it “will never return to its previous state" for the US and Israel.
Syrian President claims:
Syrian President claims Israel ‘changed its mind at the last minute’ in talks
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa says direct talks with Israel reached promising points but collapsed when Israel changed its position at the last minute.
Trump:
Trump: We will be leaving Iran very soon
President Trump tells reporters in the Oval Office that the US will leave Iran “very soon," possibly within two or three weeks, says US strikes have destroyed Iran’s missile facilities, navy, air force, telecommunications, and leadership.
Trump to NBC News:
Trump to NBC News: The war in Iran ‘is coming to an end’
President Trump signals the US war in Iran is nearing its end, after having earlier said the US is delivering “total obliteration" to Iranian forces.
Report:
Report: Gulf allies urge Trump to continue strikes until Iran regime is crippled
Gulf allies led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE are pressing President Trump to prolong military operations against Iran until significant changes occur in Tehran's leadership or behavior, reports The Associated Press.
French FM demands UN meeting after peacekeeper killed in Lebanon
France requests emergency UN Security Council meeting after an Indonesian UNIFIL peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon. While the origin remains unclear, French FM blames Israeli army “violations and intimidations." IDF says it is investigating.
Report:
Report: Iran urges Houthis to ready Red Sea shipping attacks
European officials tell Bloomberg Iran is pressing the Houthis to prepare renewed attacks on Red Sea shipping if the US escalates its war on the Islamic Republic.
UN peacekeeper killed as projectile hits position in Lebanon
UNIFIL peacekeeper killed and another critically injured when a projectile explodes at a position in southern Lebanon. The origin of the strike remains unknown.
Trump:
Trump: Iran talks progressing well, deal possible quickly
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, President Trump says US-Iran talks mediated by Pakistan are "progressing well" and a deal could come quickly. On new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, Trump says he "may be alive" but is "seriously wounded".
IAEA: Iran’s heavy water plant is no longer operational
IAEA reports that Iran’s heavy water production plant at Khondab has been severely damaged and is no longer operational following an Israeli strike.
Hezbollah denies any presence in Kuwait
Hezbollah rejects Kuwait’s announcement of arrests linked to the group and planning assassinations, insists it has “no presence" in Kuwait or any other country.
Israel fires back
EU slams Israel’s death penalty bill, Israel fires back at its double standards
The EU strongly criticizes Israel for advancing a bill allowing the death penalty for terrorists, calling it a “grave step backward." Israel’s Foreign Ministry hit back, accusing the EU of blatant double standards.
'They asked for 7, I gave them 10'
'They asked for 7, I gave them 10': Trump gives Iran reprieve on energy plant strikes
President Trump announces he is pausing planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure for another 10 days, says he gave Iran more time than it asked.
Kuwait foils Hezbollah plot to assassinate state leaders
Kuwait's Interior Ministry announces it has foiled a Hezbollah-linked terrorist plot to assassinate leaders of the state, says six suspects confessed to espionage and receiving advanced training.
Trump:
Trump: Iran desperately seeks a deal but is afraid to admit it
US President states that the Iranians want to make a deal with the United States but are afraid to say so, fearing they will be killed by their own people or by American forces.
Toronto:
Toronto police ban protests on residential streets in Jewish neighborhood
Toronto police ban protesters from demonstrating on residential streets near Bathurst and Sheppard in North York, citing increased volatility and fear in the predominantly Jewish community.
Again:
GOP again rejects resolution requiring Congressional approval for future Iran strikes
US Senate votes to reject a Democratic resolution that would require President Donald Trump to obtain congressional approval for future military action against Iran, marking the third failed attempt by Democrats since the conflict began.
US and Israel barred
Iran allows 'non-hostile' ships through Strait of Hormuz, bars US and Israel
Iran announces it will permit “non-hostile" ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz if coordinated with Iranian authorities, while excluding US, Israeli and other “aggressor" vessels.
Report:
Report: US sent Iran a 15-point plan to end the war
The Trump administration has delivered a 15-point plan to Iran aimed at ending the four-week war, according to The New York Times. Pakistan's army chief serves as the main channel.
Albanese at it again:
UN rapporteur Albanese at it again: World gave Israel 'license to torture Palestinians'
Controversial UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese again criticizes Israel, claiming torture against Palestinian Arabs has become state policy. Israel: Albanese is an "agent of chaos" who promotes extremist narratives.
US Education Dept targets Harvard for failing Jewish students
US Department of Education opens probes into Harvard for antisemitic harassment of Jewish students and refusal to provide admissions data.
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