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Report:

US military ready for Iran strikes as early as Saturday

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.

US military ready for Iran strikes as early as Saturday

Iran's Pezeshkian:

'We are open to verification of nuclear program'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian states Tehran is open to nuclear verification, insists the country is not seeking nuclear weapons.

'We are open to verification of nuclear program'

Ehud Yaari’s assessment: Iran does not seek war

Veteran analyst Ehud Yaari addresses the escalating tensions with Iran, asserting that Tehran is not interested in a military confrontation. "They lack a functional air force and advanced defense systems."

Ehud Yaari’s assessment: Iran does not seek war

As sides meet

Khamenei: US warships can be sent “to the bottom of the sea"

As renewed negotiations with the US continue, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei posted threats online, warning American military forces and rejecting limits on Iran’s missiles.

Khamenei: US warships can be sent “to the bottom of the sea"

'They want to make a deal'

Trump to play indirect role in Iran talks

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.

Trump to play indirect role in Iran talks

Iran's deputy FM: The ball is in America's court

Iran is open to compromising on its nuclear program if the US lifts sanctions, says Deputy FM Majid Takht-Ravanchi, who stresses that the US must prove sincerity in the ongoing negotiations.

Iran's deputy FM: The ball is in America's court

Iran’s FM arrives in Switzerland for nuclear talks with US

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, leads a delegation to Geneva for the second round of indirect nuclear talks with the US. Key issues include uranium stockpile and sanctions relief.

Iran’s FM arrives in Switzerland for nuclear talks with US

Before returning to Israel

Netanyahu: Doubtful about a deal with Iran

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

Netanyahu: Doubtful about a deal with Iran

Iran’s top adviser:

'Missile program is non-negotiable'

Iran's missile program is a "red line" and non-negotiable, says Ali Shamkhani, amid US-Iran tensions.

'Missile program is non-negotiable'

Iran claims:

'Netanyahu's US visit aimed at undermining negotiations'

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

'Netanyahu's US visit aimed at undermining negotiations'

Report:

Trump officials debate seizing more tankers with Iranian oil

US officials say seizure of more tankers carrying Iranian oil is under consideration to pressure Tehran, but fears of retaliation and market disruption have so far kept Washington cautious.

Trump officials debate seizing more tankers with Iranian oil

Netanyahu arrives in Washington

Trump: Iran wants to make a deal, they'd be foolish not to

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.

Trump: Iran wants to make a deal, they'd be foolish not to

Regev to Arutz Sheva:

'An opportunity to completely change the situation in Iran'

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.

'An opportunity to completely change the situation in Iran'

New satellite footage:

Iran taking steps to protect Isfahan nuclear site

New high-resolution satellite imagery published by Institute for Science and International Security reveals Iran's efforts to protect Isfahan nuclear complex by covering tunnel entrances with soil.

Iran taking steps to protect Isfahan nuclear site

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'US must drop unrealistic demands'

Iran may continue indirect nuclear talks if the US shows seriousness, says FM Araghchi, who calls on Washington to drop what he describes as its “unrealistic demands".

'US must drop unrealistic demands'

Akunis:

'World must prevent Iran from holding nuclear arms'

Speaking to Newsmax, Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis warns that Iran must be prevented from obtaining nuclear weapons, saying Tehran refuses to compromise and still retains nuclear and missile capabilities.

'World must prevent Iran from holding nuclear arms'

Iranian Pres

'Talks a step forward, won't tolerate language of force'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the recent talks between Iran and the United States, saying that they took place with the support of "friendly governments in the region" and were a "step forward."

'Talks a step forward, won't tolerate language of force'

Graham:

'Open to Iran deal, but Congress must approve'

Sen. Lindsey Graham says any US-Iran agreement must meet national security needs and be submitted to Congress, noting Iran’s track record makes any deal difficult to advance.

'Open to Iran deal, but Congress must approve'

Iran FM:

'Oman talks a good start, Iran missile program not negotiable'

Iran’s Foreign Minister says talks with the US will resume soon, warns US bases could be targeted if Iran is attacked.

'Oman talks a good start, Iran missile program not negotiable'

WSJ report:

Iran rejects US demand to halt enrichment in Oman talks

Iran rejects US calls to halt uranium enrichment in Oman talks, though both sides agree to keep negotiating as Tehran signals openness to discussing enrichment levels.

Iran rejects US demand to halt enrichment in Oman talks

Iranian FM arrives in Oman for new round of talks with US

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.

Iranian FM arrives in Oman for new round of talks with US

Vance:

'Trump will keep options open on Iran, including military force'

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 will keep options open on Iran, including military force'

Trump:

'Khamenei should be very worried'

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

'Khamenei should be very worried'

Trump:

'I don’t think Iran wants another Midnight Hammer'

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

'I don’t think Iran wants another Midnight Hammer'

'Iran can't be trusted'

Nikki Haley warns against deal with Iran

Nikki Haley warns the US against striking a deal with Iran, saying the regime lies and spreads terror, as officials prepare for possible nuclear talks in Istanbul.

Nikki Haley warns against deal with Iran

Report:

Iran ready to halt nuclear activity ahead of US meeting

Iran signals readiness to suspend its nuclear program ahead of planned US-Iran talks in Istanbul and transfer its uranium to Russia, according to The New York Times.

Iran ready to halt nuclear activity ahead of US meeting

Trump:

'We have big ships heading there, we have talks going with them'

Trump reiterates that major US forces are heading toward Iran as Washington continues talks, warning that while a deal is possible, failure could lead to “bad things."

'We have big ships heading there, we have talks going with them'

Report:

US and Iran to resume nuclear talks on Friday

Planned Istanbul talks mark first direct US-Iran contact since last June's conflict, amid regional diplomacy and ongoing pressure for a nuclear deal.

US and Iran to resume nuclear talks on Friday

Report:

US tells Iran it is open to negotiating a deal

US official tells Axios that the Trump administration has conveyed to Iran that it is open to a meeting to negotiate a deal. Regional states push to broker a meeting.

US tells Iran it is open to negotiating a deal

Iran nuclear chief claims weapons have 'no place'

Iran’s nuclear chief says nuclear weapons have “no place" in Iran’s doctrine, rejects US pressure ahead of IAEA meeting.

Iran nuclear chief claims weapons have 'no place'

Satellite images show:

Iran building roofs over bombed nuclear sites

Associated Press report: Satellite images show Iran built roofs over bombed nuclear sites at Natanz and Isfahan to obscure salvage efforts.

Iran building roofs over bombed nuclear sites

IAEA chief warns Iran standoff nearing breaking point

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns Iran must account for missing enriched uranium and allow inspections at bombed sites, saying the standoff “cannot go on forever".

IAEA chief warns Iran standoff nearing breaking point

Iran's protesters:

Heroes of the human spirit

Their Iranian civilians' courage and resolve should be a wake-up call for freedom loving people everywhere. Opiinion.

Heroes of the human spirit

Netanyahu

'Trump and I won't allow Iran to restore its nuclear program'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responds to the opposition's claims in a 40-signature debate in the Knesset on the government's conduct.

'Trump and I won't allow Iran to restore its nuclear program'

Top Khamenei aide warns:

Any strike on Iran will meet 'harsh response'

After Trump vows to “knock down” Iran and backs a possible Israeli strike, Khamenei adviser Ali Shamkhani warns that any attack will trigger an immediate, harsh response beyond expectations.

Any strike on Iran will meet 'harsh response'

Over nuclear talks

US and Iran clash at UN

US and Iran exchange sharp words at the UN over nuclear talks, with Washington demanding zero enrichment and Tehran rejecting what it calls “unfair” terms.

US and Iran clash at UN

Amb. Huckabee:

'Iran didn't get the message'

In an INSS interview, Ambassador Mike Huckabee addresses Iran, antisemitism, Gaza, and US-Israel security ties under President Trump.

'Iran didn't get the message'

Report:

Israel preparing for strike on Iran

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to brief US President Donald on need to strike Iran, offer options for him to join or assist, NBC News reports.

Israel preparing for strike on Iran

New details revealed:

How the Mossad took out 11 Iranian nuclear scientists

A new documentary details the Israeli operation to eliminate key figures involved in Iran’s nuclear research.

How the Mossad took out 11 Iranian nuclear scientists

IAEA chief:

'Iran still restricting access to key nuclear facilities'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says inspectors remain barred from Iran’s damaged nuclear sites at Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow after US strikes, with Tehran limiting cooperation despite partial inspection agreements.

'Iran still restricting access to key nuclear facilities'

Khamenei:

'Trump administration not worthy of contact with Iran'

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei says the Trump administration is “not worthy” of contact, rejects rumors of talks, and claims US-Israel failed in June war.

'Trump administration not worthy of contact with Iran'

IAEA chief:

'We aim to restore verification inside Iran'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi vows to restore full verification in Iran, as Iran condemns a motion censuring it over lack of cooperation.

'We aim to restore verification inside Iran'

France, Iran to discuss nuclear program, detained nationals

France’s FM Jean-Noel Barrot will meet Iran’s Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday to discuss Iran’s nuclear program, regional issues, and detained citizens.

France, Iran to discuss nuclear program, detained nationals

Iran weighs leaving nuclear non-proliferation treaty

Iranian official calls IAEA resolution 'anti-Iran,' says country weighing withdrawal from key nuclear treaty.

Iran weighs leaving nuclear non-proliferation treaty

Iran:

'No IAEA access to bombed nuclear sites without agreement'

Iran’s FM Araghchi says IAEA won’t access bombed nuclear sites without a deal. He rules out missile talks, slams US demands, and declares talks with Europe “no longer useful” after sanctions snapback.

'No IAEA access to bombed nuclear sites without agreement'

Report:

Iranian scientists met Russian experts to advance nuke program

Iranian scientists secretly met Russian military experts to advance nuclear weapons research, the Financial Times reports.

Iranian scientists met Russian experts to advance nuke program

Will the US renew nuclear talks with Iran?

Iran willing to restart negotiations on nuclear weapons, so long as the US meets preconditions, CNN report says.

Will the US renew nuclear talks with Iran?

IAEA resolution targets Iran over uranium and site access

The US and Europe submit a draft resolution demanding Iran open bombed nuclear sites and account for enriched uranium. Iran warns of retaliation if the IAEA adopts the measure.

IAEA resolution targets Iran over uranium and site access

Tehran claims uranium enrichment has stopped

Tehran says its enrichment facilities remain inactive after recent strikes, as officials signal conditional openness to renewed nuclear talks.

Tehran claims uranium enrichment has stopped

Iran demands UN sanctions on US over strikes on nuclear sites

Iran demands UN action against the US and Israel over June strikes on nuclear sites. Araghchi cites Trump’s admission of directing the attack and calls for reparations and criminal accountability.

Iran demands UN sanctions on US over strikes on nuclear sites

IAEA:

Iran blocking inspections of bombed nuclear sites

IAEA says in latest report that Iran has blocked access to bombed nuclear sites for five months. The agency warns its enriched uranium stockpile is unverified and calls the situation “a matter of serious concern.”

Iran blocking inspections of bombed nuclear sites

Iran:

'We want peaceful nuclear deal, but won’t compromise security'

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says “Tehran is not seeking nuclear bombs”, stresses his country seeks a peaceful nuclear deal but won’t compromise security.

'We want peaceful nuclear deal, but won’t compromise security'

Iran says UN inspectors visited nuclear sites despite tensions

Iran says UN inspectors visited nuclear sites last week, denies violating treaty terms, while accusing IAEA of enabling Israeli strikes.

Iran says UN inspectors visited nuclear sites despite tensions

Israeli official:

Goal is to topple Iranian regime by 2029

Amid reports of Iran restoring its nuclear facilities, an Israeli official tells Kan News that Israel seeks to topple the Islamic regime by the time President Trump ends his term.

Goal is to topple Iranian regime by 2029

Tensions rise as Iran and Israel prepare for possible conflict

Despite strikes, analysts believe Iran retains key nuclear capabilities, raising fears that its uranium stockpile and secret sites could soon trigger renewed conflict with Israel.

Tensions rise as Iran and Israel prepare for possible conflict

Iranian President defiant:

'We won’t abandon missiles or nuclear program'

Iran’s President clarifies that Tehran seeks peace but won’t abandon its missile or nuclear programs.

'We won’t abandon missiles or nuclear program'

Iran says forces at 'high readiness' for war

IRGC ground forces commander says forces are at high readiness, better prepared for war than before June's Operation Rising Lion.

Iran says forces at 'high readiness' for war

Khamenei:

No US cooperation while it backs 'Zionist regime'

Iran’s Supreme Leader says no cooperation with the US is possible while it supports Israel and interferes in the region.

No US cooperation while it backs 'Zionist regime'

Iran vows to rebuild nuclear sites 'stronger than before'

Iran vows to rebuild nuclear sites “stronger than before” after Israeli-US strikes. Oman urges Tehran and Washington to resume stalled diplomacy.

Iran vows to rebuild nuclear sites 'stronger than before'

Iran rejects direct US talks, vows to continue uranium enrichment

Iran’s FM Araghchi says Tehran won’t hold direct talks with the US and will continue enriching uranium, condemns snapback sanctions and warns Israel against further aggression.

Iran rejects direct US talks, vows to continue uranium enrichment