Report:
Trump mulling targeted Iran strike, then a larger attack
The New York Times reports that President Trump is considering a larger military strike on Iran if negotiations fail or an initial attack backfires.
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The New York Times reports that President Trump is considering a larger military strike on Iran if negotiations fail or an initial attack backfires.

US officials say Washington will meet Iran in Geneva Friday if Tehran delivers a detailed nuclear proposal within 48 hours.

Armed man carrying apparent shotgun and fuel can shot dead after approaching north gate of Mar-a-Lago; President Trump was at White House.

Axios reports that the Trump admin is considering “token" Iranian enrichment, while military options, including targeting Khamenei, are on the table.

Students at two Tehran universities hold anti-government protests.

Trump criticizes Iran's leadership for its violent crackdown on protesters, revealing that 32,000 people were killed. Earlier, Trump appeared to confirm he is considering a limited military strike on Iran.

The US Supreme Court strikes down President Trump's global tariffs, ruling 6-3 that he overstepped his authority. Trump reportedly calls the decision "a disgrace."

President Trump directs the Pentagon to release files on UFOs and extraterrestrials, following Obama’s comments on aliens.

President Trump is reportedly weighing a limited strike on Iran to force a nuclear deal, according to The Wall Street Journal.

At the first meeting of the Board Of Peace, U.S. President Donald Trump said that the global soccer organization FIFA will be a partner in rebuilding Gaza.

The British government has barred the United States from using the base on the island of Diego Garcia and RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire as part of a strike against Iran, according to a report in The Times.

Foreign Minister, representing Israel at the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace, says all previous plans for Gaza because they did not address the root problems of terror, hate, and indoctrination.

Representatives of nearly 50 nations attend first meeting of President Trump's new Board of Peace. The President promoted Jared Kushner to Special Envoy.

US forces 'locked and ready' for widescale strike on Iran, sources say.

Top US officials inform Trump the military is ready for potential strikes on Iran as early as Saturday, but the President has not yet made a final decision. US official: 90% chance of war in the coming weeks.

Israeli official says there is a high level of preparedness for an American strike on Iran, while stressing that President Trump has yet to make any final decisions.

Former IDF Military Intelligence chief Major General (res.) Amos Yadlin responds to debate on timing of war with Iran, stressing importance of exhausting diplomatic options.

US administration nearing significant military conflict with Iran, Axios report says.

The Vatican announces it will not join President Trump’s “Board of Peace," stating that international crises should remain under the management of the United Nations.

US Vice President tells Fox News President Trump is more willing to act 'aggressively' to protect America's national security, an Iranian nuke would be 'awful for the future of our children.'

CNN report: While Trump said that regime change in Iran might be the best solution, US officials lack clarity on post-regime change plans. Allies push for diplomacy, while Israel supports military action.

Trump stresses the importance of Geneva talks with Iran. Despite labeling Iran a "bad" negotiator, he believes Iran wants a deal to avoid serious consequences.

Hillary Clinton and Czech Deputy PM Petr Macinka clash at the Munich Security Conference over Trump’s policies, with Clinton criticizing his actions and Macinka defending them during a heated exchange.

We do not need more "interfaith dialogue" with a regime that hangs its own people from cranes. We need a fight-back, a return to the muscular resolve that understands that evil must be confronted, not managed. Opinion.

At Jerusalem gala, Prime Minister outlines strict Iran terms, vows to disarm Hamas, phase out US aid and confront rising antisemitism.

President Donald Trump says member states will pledge more than $5 billion for Gaza humanitarian and reconstruction efforts, urges Hamas to commit to “full and immediate demilitarization."

Secretary of State Rubio says Trump is open to meeting Iran’s leader but insists Tehran will never obtain nuclear weapons, as the US boosts forces and pursues a potential deal.

Trump and Netanyahu agreed to intensify economic pressure on Iran during their meeting at the White House, focusing on oil sales to China, according to Axios.

President Herzog's staff has indicated that the president will demand clarifications from Netanyahu after US President Trump criticized Herzog for not pardoning Netanyahu.

Two US officials told Reuters that the US military is preparing for a weeks-long operation in Iran if Trump orders an attack.

Trump suggests regime change in Iran "could be the best thing". He expresses confidence in Iran talks but warns of dire consequences if no deal is reached. He also predicts Netanyahu will receive a pardon.

Senior officials say Trump is weighing military options against Iran, including targeting its nuclear and missile capabilities or sending commandos to strike military targets. Decision still pending.

The USS Gerald R. Ford and its escort ships are being sent from the Caribbean to the Middle East to join the USS Abraham Lincoln strike group, amid tensions with Iran.

US judge rules that President Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC over the editing of his January 6, 2021 speech will proceed to trial in 2027.

Israel joins the US-backed Board of Peace as a founding member, alongside 27 other nations. Despite this, Prime Minister Netanyahu will not attend the inaugural meeting in Washington next week.

Herzog says he will decide on a Netanyahu pardon only after due process, despite Trump’s comments on Iran and the October 7 massacre.

US President Donald Trump says that Iran must make a deal, 'otherwise it's going to be very traumatic. They should have made a deal the first time, then they got Midnight Hammer instead.'

Netanyahu calls meeting with President Trump 'excellent,' says any deal with Iran must include ballistic missile threat and proxies.

Senator Lindsey Graham praises the White House meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu, highlighting their focus on the Iranian threat and their leadership for peace and stability.

Dan Patrick removes Carrie Prejean Boller from Religious Liberty Commission after antisemitism hearing dispute

US President says after 3-hour meeting with PM Netanyahu: 'There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated.'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets at the White House with US President Donald Trump for the seventh time since the president was inaugurated. At the center of the discussions: Iran.

Ahead of the meeting at the White House, Ofer Greenbaum from the Hagvura Forum calls on Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss a deadline for the disarmament of the Gaza Strip with President Trump.

Iran warns that Netanyahu’s US visit is aimed at derailing nuclear talks as it insists it is serious about negotiations.

Prime Minister Netanyahu arrives in Washington and meets Trump's envoys ahead of his talks with the President, who suggests Iran seeks a deal and warns they would be foolish not to pursue it.

Transportation Minister Miri Regev speaks with Arutz Sheva-Israel National News ahead of the meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Trump, which will focus on the Iranian threat.

Israel has officially reached out to U.S. President Donald Trump, inviting him to participate in the Independence Day torch-lighting ceremony and to receive the Israel Prize.

The US President says he is prepared to take military action if talks with Iran fail and notes that he is considering sending an additional aircraft carrier to the Middle East.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will present to President Trump Israel's position on the negotiations with Iran during his trip to the USA.

White House official reiterates President Trump’s opposition to Israel applying sovereignty over Judea and Samaria. Trump made similar remarks to reporters last September.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump, to meet in Washington to discuss US-Iran negotiations.

At the National Prayer Breakfast, Trump says Hamas must disarm or be destroyed and says Iran is negotiating because it fears US military action.

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Oman for a new round of nuclear talks with the US and is set to meet Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.

Former US Ambassador Dan Shapiro shares his expectations of the US-Iran nuclear talks scheduled for Friday.

Vice President JD Vance says Trump will keep all options open on Iran, stressing diplomacy but warning the US could use military force to stop Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

Trump tells NBC that Iran’s Supreme Leader should be “very worried," warning of severe consequences if Iran tries to restart its nuclear program.

Rubio says Trump is ready to meet “anyone," including Iran, but stresses any talks must address missiles, terror sponsorship, nuclear activity, and human rights.

Trump says the US is negotiating with Iran and declines to reveal where talks will take place.

Wall Street Journal reports that Trump considered abandoning Iran talks after a drone incident and harassment of a US vessel, but negotiations are still expected to proceed later this week.

Trump accuses Harvard of antisemitism and serious illegalities, rejects $500M settlement concept, says administration now seeking $1B in damages.
