Riyadh pushes for calm
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.
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Trump:
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.
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.
Jury finds Salman Rushdie's attacker guilty of terrorism charges
Federal jury convicts Hadi Matar of transnational terrorism for the 2022 stabbing of author Salman Rushdie, exposing him to a life sentence.
Trump threatens Iran:
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".
Trump on meeting Netanyahu:
Trump on meeting with Netanyahu: Many important subjects were discussed
President Trump says his meeting with Netanyahu was very good: Obviously, many important subjects were discussed.
After attacks on Jewish bakeries
PM Carney vows to combat antisemitism after attacks on Toronto Jewish bakeries
Prime Minister Mark Carney condemns shootings at two Jewish-owned bakeries in Toronto, as police investigate the incidents with support from the Hate Crime Unit.
Trump on Iran:
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.
Assault allegation
Sanders defends support for ex-Maine candidate facing assault allegation
Sen. Bernie Sanders expresses no regret over endorsing ex-Maine candidate Graham Platner, who exited the Senate race following assault allegations.
Toronto:
B'nai Brith demands action following attacks on Toronto Jewish bakeries
B'nai Brith Canada demands a federal national task force and terrorist listings after attacks on Jewish-owned bakeries in Toronto.
Iran warns:
Iran warns of strikes on Tel Aviv if Trump expands campaign to Tehran
Iranian officials tell New York Times that Iran will attack Tel Aviv and urge Houthis to block the Bab al-Mandab if Trump acts on threats to strike Tehran and key infrastructure.
Trump warns Iran:
Trump warns Iran: Damaged ships and cargo will be paid for with seized assets
President Trump declares that any damages to commercial ships or cargo from Iranian actions will be paid for directly using seized Iranian assets held by the US.
Austria:
Hitler’s Austrian birthplace officially reopens as police headquarters
Austria officially inaugurates a police center at Adolf Hitler’s former home in Braunau am Inn, completing a €20M redesign to deter extremists.
Houthis strike Saudi oil tanker to enforce new maritime blockade
Yemen's Houthis confirm attacking two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea with missiles and drones to enforce a regional naval blockade announced earlier this week.
Trump:
Trump: Iran wants a deal, but they're not ready for one
At a Georgia rally, President Trump says Iran wants a deal but isn't ready, after earlier threatening to bomb Iranian power plants if shipping attacks continue.
Mamdani concedes:
Mamdani concedes: I don’t have the authority to arrest Netanyahu
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admits the city lacks legal authority to execute an ICC arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu, urging federal action instead.
Iran's army threatens
Iran's army threatens decisive strikes on US assets if nuclear sites targeted
Iran’s military warns of decisive regional retaliation if the US strikes its nuclear facilities following President Trump’s pledge to hit sites under construction.
Saudi Arabia rejects Houthi blockade, vows to protect Red Sea shipping
Saudi Arabia firmly dismisses Houthi allegations, promising to defend its ships as the Iranian-backed group announces a naval embargo on the Kingdom.
Trump:
Trump: We hit Iran very hard tonight
President Trump announces that the US military heavily damaged Iran during a ninth night of strikes: They've got very little left.
US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran
CENTCOM releases footage of US Marines boarding a tanker in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing its "steel wall" naval blockade against Iranian ports.
Trump:
Trump: Iran will be defeated very soon
President Trump claims Iran will be defeated soon, criticizes past US leaders for failing to act, and suggests Tehran is eager for a settlement.
After call with Trump
Netanyahu planning Washington visit next week following recent call with Trump
Israeli media report PM Netanyahu plans to visit Washington early next week following a recent phone call with President Trump, in which both agreed to meet.
Trump warns:
Trump threatens infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal
In an interview with Fox News, President Trump warns that US strikes will target Iran's power plants and bridges unless Iranian officials return to the table to negotiate a deal.
'Hollywood-style fake news'
Ahmadinejad’s office denies Mossad recruitment report as 'Hollywood-style' fake news
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s office rejects reports that Israel’s Mossad recruited him for a regime-change plot, calling them fabricated lies.
Trump:
Trump: We’re going to hit Iran hard tonight and tomorrow
President Trump vows ongoing severe strikes against Iran, warns of targeting the subterranean Pickaxe nuclear facility, and defends his relationship with Netanyahu.
Lebanon pilot zone for territory handover to launch within days
US official confirms that the first pilot zone to transfer Lebanese territory from Israeli control to Beirut will launch in days, despite pushback over pullouts.
US maintains talks with Iran despite wave of retaliatory strikes
A US official confirms Washington is pursuing technical nuclear talks with Tehran to prevent an Iranian nuclear weapon, despite US retaliatory strikes in Iran.
After three years
Arkia to resume direct Israel-Morocco flights after three years
Israeli airline Arkia restarting direct flights to Marrakech in August after a three-year hiatus, signalling renewed travel interest despite regional tensions.
Trump:
Trump: Iran called, they want to make a deal so badly
President Trump claims a "desperate" Iran is seeking a deal following intense US strikes, but says he remains skeptical about whether they will honor terms.
New bill
Ireland passes bill banning imports from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria
Ireland's parliament approves a bill banning imports from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria, escalating Dublin's trade measures against Israel.
F-35 to Turkey concerns
Hegseth slated for first Israel visit to address Turkey F-35 concerns
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is planning a Wednesday visit to Israel to address concerns over a proposed F-35 fighter jet sale to Turkey, according to CNN.
Iran regime advisor: The US will sabotage the talks
Iranian advisor Mohsen Rezaee accuses the US of undermining peace talks after Washington revokes Iran's oil license following naval attacks in Hormuz.
IRGC missiles strike commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz
IRGC fires at least two missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, severely damaging two vessels and sparking a fire on an oil tanker, according to a US official.
'I would leave'
'I would immediately leave': Lebanon's President rejects Netanyahu meeting
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly rejects reports of a potential meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, vowing to walk out if they are placed in the same room.
Following fatal skirmish
Iraqi air force strikes ISIS positions following fatal ground skirmish
Iraqi fighter jets execute three targeted airstrikes against Islamic State hideouts in northern Iraq after an armed clash leaves a counter-terrorism officer dead.
German FM slams Turkey’s claims that Israel is a 'burden'
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul rebukes Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan for calling Israel a global burden, backing Israel amid a diplomatic dispute over Armenian Genocide.
Tel Aviv-born
Tel Aviv-born Emanuel Sharp secures rookie contract with Sacramento Kings
Sacramento signs draft pick Emanuel Sharp to a three-year, $6.35 million contract, adding the Tel Aviv-born rookie to a rising wave of Israeli NBA talent.
Over elimination of commander
Hamas executes alleged Israeli spy over elimination of top commander
Hamas-affiliated apparatus executes an alleged informant in Gaza City, blaming him for aiding the IDF in lethal airstrike that eliminated military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
Sa'ar fires back
Sa’ar blasts Turkish FM who described Israel as a 'burden to humanity'
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar fiercely condemns Turkish FM Hakan Fidan’s anti-Israel tirade in TV interview, calling his dehumanizing labels "textbook incitement to genocide."
Lebanese President:
Lebanese President defends Israel framework as only alternative to endless war
President Joseph Aoun says the US-mediated framework with Israel is Lebanon's best option.