Sa’ar: Sounds familiar
Iran’s new Supreme Leader calls Israel a ‘cancerous tumor’, Sa’ar: Sounds familiar
Iran's new leader Mojtaba Khamenei follows in his father’s footsteps with a series of anti-Israel posts on social media.
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Ahead of talks
Lebanese President demands 'non-negotiable' Israeli withdrawal ahead of talks
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun says an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon is non-negotiable.
Canadian PM slams Ben Gvir video of Gaza flotilla activists
In a conversation with President Isaac Herzog, Canadian PM Mark Carney slams Israel over what he terms the "unacceptable" treatment of flotilla activists.
Trump clarifies:
Trump clarifies: 'Nuclear dust' must be disposed of as part of any agreement
President Trump declares that any final treaty requires verified destruction of Iran's nuclear dust.
Trump:
Trump: Iran will never have a nuclear weapon
Trump marks Memorial Day by honoring 13 troops killed in Iran: “They gave their lives to ensure that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon."
US official: Iran deal could take days to finalize
The finalization of a US-Iran pact is delayed due to an arduous approval process in Tehran, a US official tells CNN.
Rubio slams Hezbollah
Rubio slams Hezbollah: Plotting to drag Lebanon into chaos and destruction
US Secretary of State condemns Hezbollah's attempts to overthrow the Lebanese government.
US Treasury lifts sanctions on UN anti-Israel rapporteur Francesca Albanese
The US Treasury removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from its sanctions list. No reason provided for the removal.
Trump willing to wait 'a few days' for Iran’s answer
President Trump tells reporters he is willing to wait a few days for a response from Iran, warns the US is "ready to go" if talks fail.
Vance reports:
Vance reports progress on Iran deal but affirms military plan is ready
Speaking at a press briefing, Vice President JD Vance cites progress in Iran talks but warns the US remains ready to resume military strikes.
Trump:
Trump: We’ll finish with Iran ‘very quickly’
At a White House picnic, President Trump states that the US will wrap up the situation with Iran "very quickly," claiming they want to make a deal badly.
'Delusional hope'
'Delusional hope': Senior Iranian official mocks Trump for postponing strike
Former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaei mocks Trump for delaying a planned US strike on Iran: “He cancelled the deadline he himself set."
Trump on Iran:
Trump on Iran: We delayed the strike for two or three days
President Trump tells reporters he was ready “to go big" with an Iran strike, but paused it because there is “a very good chance something can be worked out".
Irish President 'proud' of sister arrested on anti-Israel flotilla
Ireland's President Catherine Connolly backs her sister who was detained by Israeli forces on a Gaza-bound flotilla.
Honduras blacklists Hamas and IRGC as terror organizations
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises Honduras after it officially designates Hamas and the Iranian IRGC as foreign terrorist organizations.
Another warning?
Another warning? Trump posts map covered by US flag and arrows pointing at Iran
Trump posts a map showing the Middle East covered by a US flag with arrows targeting Iran, in what appears to be another warning to the Islamic Republic.
Report:
Report: Trump convened security chiefs before his warning to Iran
CNN reports that President Trump met with top advisors in Virginia to weigh military options before warning Iran that “the clock is ticking".
'Proud of him'
'Proud of him': Spain’s PM backs Lamine Yamal over PLO flag display
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez defends FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal for waving a PLO flag, calling it a proud act of solidarity.
Trump:
Trump: I'm not going to be much more patient with Iran
Speaking to Fox News, Trump warns Iran his patience is ending: They should make a deal.
US Energy Secretary:
US Energy Secretary: Iran is 'frighteningly close' to a nuclear bomb
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright warns Iran is weeks from weapons-grade uranium and must end its program.
King Charles vows 'urgent action' to combat rising antisemitism in the UK
Britain’s Jewish community praises an announcement by King Charles of urgent government plans to fight antisemitism and foreign state threats.
Suspect arrested after midtown Toronto Menorah vandalized
Toronto police announce arrest of 48-year-old for damaging a midtown Menorah in a suspected hate crime.
Dominican Republic designates IRGC and Hezbollah as terrorists
The Dominican Republic designates Hezbollah and the IRGC as terrorists, a move welcomed by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.
'We'll finish the job'
'We'll finish the job': Trump warns Iran before China trip
Trump warns Iran to accept a deal or face total defeat: They’ll either do the right thing, or we’ll finish the job.
Ahead of Washington talks
Lebanese President urges US to halt Israeli operations ahead of Washington talks
President Joseph Aoun urges US to pressure Israel as Lebanon prepares for direct talks in Washington later this week.
Israel blasts Canada
Israel blasts Canada over record antisemitism levels: The time to ban incitement is now
Israel’s Foreign Ministry criticizes Canada’s government for failing to protect Jews amid a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents.
'No alternative'
'No alternative': Iran’s Speaker demands US accept 14-point peace proposal
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warns of military surprises, insists the US must accept Iranian proposal to end the war.
Lebanese PM:
Lebanese PM: Open to peace with Israel under specific conditions
Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam says Lebanon is open to peace with Israel once withdrawal demands are met.
Israel deports two activists after Gaza flotilla provocation
Israel deports Spanish citizen Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian national Thiago Avila, who were arrested aboard the Gaza flotilla in late April.
'Totally unacceptable'
'Totally unacceptable': Trump rejects Iran’s latest response
Trump rejects Iran’s response to the US proposal for a deal, calling it "totally unacceptable".
Gaza flotilla
Spain summons Israeli envoy over detention of Gaza flotilla activist
Spain summons Israel's envoy to protest the detention of an activist aboard the flotilla that tried to breach the naval blockade of the Gaza Strip.
Trump after Hormuz incident:
Trump after Hormuz incident: Zero chance Iran will have a nuclear weapon
Trump tells reporters the US is still negotiating with Iran, explains Pakistan asked that “Project Freedom" be put on hold while talks are ongoing: They agreed not to have a nuclear weapon.
Amid reports of deal
Iran’s Parliament speaker mocks Trump amid reports of deal
Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocks Trump’s shifting strategy as reports hint at a looming one-page peace deal.
Canada:
Canada: Arrest made in shootings at Toronto and Vaughan synagogues
18-year-old arrested for the March shootings at two synagogues in Toronto and Vaughan.
Trump:
Trump: Iran badly wants a deal and has agreed not to have nuclear weapons
Speaking to reporters at the White House after issuing an ultimatum to Iran, Trump claims victory over Iran's military and declares: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, and they won't.
Brazil’s Lula condemns Israel for detention of Gaza flotilla member
President Lula da Silva demands the release of Brazilian Thiago Avila, who was arrested aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, citing violations of international law.
Rubio declares:
Rubio declares: Operation Epic Fury is over
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Operation Epic Fury ended after Iran's nuclear shield has been dismantled, explains the focus now shifts to Project Freedom.
'Not heavy firing'
'Not heavy firing': Trump stops short of saying Iran violated ceasefire
Trump downplays Iranian attacks, warns Tehran to keep the ceasefire: They better hope it remains in effect.
Iranian Foreign Minister:
Iranian Foreign Minister: There is no military solution to the conflict
Iran’s Araghchi warns the US and UAE of a "quagmire" and rejects military solutions to the current tensions.
Trump on Iran:
Trump on Iran: They have nothing left, we can't let them have nukes
Speaking after Iran attacked the UAE, Trump says Iran’s military is decimated and warns against them acquiring nuclear weapons.
