Iran

Report:

Trump suggests intense attacks on Iran if economic pressure fails

Report: President Donald Trump has ordered his Iran negotiating team to freeze talks for several weeks as prospects for a deal with Tehran diminish.

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Trump announces economic campaign against Iran

Days after Israel braces for escalation, US pauses strikes on Iran, returning to negotiating table. Live Updates.

Report: US opens secret Hormuz oil corridor

US forces have established a secret Hormuz shipping corridor moving millions of oil barrels daily, according to an Axios report.

Trump declares 'economic D-Day' against Iran

President Trump announces an unprecedented economic campaign against Iran, threatening severe consequences for countries and businesses that aid Tehran.

Iran threatens US bases in Europe if war resumes

Sources close to Tehran tell the Financial Times Iran considering strikes on US assets in southeastern Europe, targeting undersea cables, if war renews.

Iranian Parliament Speaker:

'US seeking concessions beyond MoU'

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accuses Washington of seeking concessions beyond the Iran deal as the 60-day talks deadline expires.

Huckabee to Israeli media:

'Another Iran war could happen if regime rejects diplomacy'

In an interview with Channel 12 News, Ambassador Mike Huckabee discusses Iran, Gaza, the US-Israel relationship and recent violence in Qusra.

Until further notice

UAE halts trade and financial transactions with Iran

The UAE suspends all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran, citing regional escalations that threaten peace and security.

Trump

'There are no talks with Iran now'

US President says no negotiations are scheduled as the 60-day ceasefire agreement nears its end.

Behind Trump's threats against Oman

Trump threatened Oman amid concerns over its Iran ties as Washington seeks a nuclear deal with Tehran and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

'A delusion'

IRGC rejects Trump claims of backchannel talks

Iran's IRGC dismisses Trump's claims of backchannel talks, as Trump rules out extending the June framework deal.

Trump rules out extending Iran framework agreement

President Trump declares he will not extend the framework deal with Iran, while maintaining the US holds "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz.

Kushner:

Hamas has 60-90 days to hand over weapons

President Trump's envoy and son-in-law says concerns raised by Netanyahu during four-hour meeting were addressed, stresses Israel will retain right to defend itself.

Trump: Hamas agreed to disarm, Israel must cease strikes on Gaza

US President Donald Trump tells Fox News that he will bomb Oman if they 'get in the way,' insists Hamas will disarm.

Iran advances law:

Prison terms for interviews with 'hostile' media

Iran's parliament approves a bill penalizing unauthorized interviews with hostile media with up to two years in prison, alongside strict curbs on foreign contact.

After Trump threats

Iranian Speaker claims war victory

Iran's parliament speaker declares victory over the US and Israel, after officials reject Donald Trump's assertion that the US will control the Strait of Hormuz.

Following tanker attacks

Strait of Hormuz traffic drops to near standstill

Ship tracking data shows transit through the Strait of Hormuz nearly stopped over the weekend following attacks on UAE vessels and stalled US-Iran talks.

Report:

Trump's secret channel to Iran's IRGC

The Trump administration reportedly turned to Kurdistan President Nechirvan Barzani for a secret channel to Iran's IRGC during efforts to end the war.

Iran MP warns Trump

'He should worry about his own security'

Iranian lawmaker mocks Trump over past security logistics while rejecting the US President's statement that Washington will claim the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran says missing pilots are alive - in Qatar

After months of uncertainty, Tehran claims three pilots thought missing since their jets were shot down are alive and being held by Qatari forces.

'The Strait will remain Iranian'

Iran unfazed by Trump’s threat to claim Hormuz

Iranian officials assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, say there are no active US talks after President Trump vows to declare the waterway a US territory.

Trump:

'I will declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory'

President Trump announces plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, declares Iran’s military and leadership are largely destroyed.

US Treasury Secretary:

Iran facing 'unprecedented' economic isolation

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces upcoming historic economic isolation measures against Iran alongside the ongoing naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

Two UAE state vessels targeted in Strait of Hormuz

Two UAE state oil vessels attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Abu Dhabi to condemn Iranian strikes in the region.

Vance:

'US aims to stabilize oil prices, stop Iranian nuke capability'

VP JD Vance tells Fox News that US strategy in Iran centers on stabilizing energy costs and barring Tehran from developing nuclear weapons.

Hegseth

'We have capability, patience to maintain blockade indefinitely'

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth tells Congress the blockade against Iran will be maintained 'as long as needed.'

Report:

US officials questioned Israeli intelligence behind Trump flight

According to The Washington Post, US Intelligence officials doubted Israeli reports of an Iranian plot against Trump, but a covert plane swap was executed out of extra caution.

Huckabee:

'Trump is willing to bankrupt Iran'

Speaking on Newsmax, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee praises Secret Service agents and Mossad intelligence for thwarting Iranian threats against President Trump.

Iran's plan to drag out war until end of Trump era

A senior adviser to the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Iran could prolong the war until President Trump leaves the White House.

Iranian mayor reveals how missile strike wounded Mojtaba Khamenei

Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani says a missile killed Mojtaba Khamenei's wife and wounded him, as he remained focused on prayer while medics treated his injuries.

Iran: No talks with US on extending ceasefire

As 60-day ceasefire period nears its end, Tehran says it does not recognize an official start date and accuses Washington of violating the agreement.

Iran between contiguous geography and fragmented polity

Iran today stands before a choice that involves not just the fate of the regime, but also the very structure of the state. Opinion.

Tehran demands US meet conditions before Hormuz is reopened

Iran’s new national security chief Mohsen Rezaei states the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Washington meets Tehran’s demands and ends regional hostilities.

Trump:

'I’m the last person to trust Iran, they’ve lied constantly'

President Trump rejects assertions he trusts Iran, claims total US control of Strait of Hormuz.

Former Mossad Chief:

Mossad operatives toured Iran’s Fordow nuclear site ‘many times’

Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen reveals operatives repeatedly visited Iran’s heavily fortified Fordow facility, calling the U.S. strike on the site 'the fulfillment of all my dreams.'

Iran rejects US sanctions

'Harm chances for Middle East diplomacy'

Iran rejects new US sanctions targeting its shadow banking network, warning Washington's pressure campaign undermines potential diplomatic solutions.

Second consecutive day

Houthis strike Yemeni city of Mocha

Houthi rebels fire ballistic missiles at Mocha for a second straight day, targeting Saudi troops and arms depots with drones and projectiles.

Catering truck, decoy jet

Secret mission to protect Trump from Iranian threat

The Washington Post reveals: US officials used a decoy Air Force One and a catering truck to secretly move Donald Trump onto a military jet in Turkey following an Iranian assassination threat.

'You’ll find out'

Trump teases escalation option with Iran

President Trump warns that military options remain open, rejects Iran's reparations demands, and declares US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump rejects Iran's war reparations demand, makes his own

Trump rejects Iran's compensation demands and orders US negotiators to seek payments for Americans killed or wounded in conflicts with Tehran.

Iran: Strait of Hormuz won't reopen until US pays price

Tehran says Washington must end its military pressure and compensate Iran before the crucial shipping lane can be considered open again.

Mohsen Rezaei to head Iran’s Supreme National Security Council

Iran appoints former Revolutionary Guards commander Mohsen Rezaei as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council following Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr's resignation.

Iran’s President meets Khamenei amid health rumors

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly meets Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to discuss the military and domestic situation amid rumors regarding Khamenei's health.

Trump: US 'low keying' Iran

Trump says US will maintain economic pressure on Iran for now, as Tehran delays a Strait of Hormuz agreement and demands an end to the war.

Report:

Trump eyeing way out of Iran war without nuclear agreement

WSJ reports Trump could declare victory without a nuclear deal if Iran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear threat remains contained.

'No 'Fatahstan' nor 'Hamastan''

Netanyahu rejects Trump's Board of Peace 15-point plan

Netanyahu rejects Board of Peace 15-point Gaza proposal, vows no IDF withdrawal before Hamas disarmament, and rules out a Palestinian state.

Strait of Hormuz

Iran outlines strict conditions to restore shipping lanes

Iran outlines strict demands - including an end to the US blockade, sanctions relief, and war reparations - as conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pentagon orders defense firms to replenish depleted arsenals

The Pentagon has given defense contractors 21 days to submit plans for accelerating weapons production as conflict with Iran severely drains US missile stockpiles.

With drones and missiles

Houthis target Saudi-aligned troops

Houthi forces launch missile and drone strikes on Marib's Sahn al-Jinn camp and residential areas, killing two and injuring 14 in the latest escalation.

Iran reportedly receives 300 anti-aircraft missiles

Arabic-language report claims Iran received about 300 advanced shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missiles from Russia and China, bolstering air defenses following the recent conflict.

Report: Fears grow over Mojtaba Khamenei's condition

Iranian opposition sources claim Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen by government ministers since February's attack on his compound.

Trump orders inquiries over media reports on US munitions

President Donald Trump orders fresh leak probes into Pentagon weapon disclosures following reports of depleted stockpiles.

Amid reports of shortages

Trump acknowledges 'tighter' supply of select missiles

President Trump acknowledges tighter supplies of top-tier weapons during the Iran war while insisting overall US stockpiles remain vast and sufficient.

Report:

Oman and Iran reach framework to temporarily reopen Hormuz

Oman and Iran have reached a framework agreement to temporarily reopen the Strait of Hormuz, establishing split shipping lanes to resume commercial traffic.

Amid regional tensions

11 civilians injured in Houthi strike in Saudi Arabia

Houthi attack in city of Najran injures 11 civilians, amid intelligence reports of coordinated threat plans involving the IRGC and Iraqi militias against Saudi Arabia.

'War will end pretty soon'

Trump expresses optimism on Iran deal

President Trump predicts the war with Iran will end soon, stating that negotiations are going well and a deal to secure the Strait of Hormuz could be near.

Heads roll in Mossad after failed Iran regime change

Channel 12 reports Mossad chief Roman Gofman dismissed two senior officials involved in a plan to bring down Iran's regime that was not implemented.

Indictment: Ashkelon couple spied for Iran in exchange for crypto

Two Ashkelon residents charged with carrying out surveillance missions across Israel for Iranian handler, photographing military-related sites and receiving cryptocurrency.

Tanker and crew safe following explosions in Strait of Hormuz

UKMTO reports two explosions near a tanker off Oman’s Kumzar coast, marking the third maritime safety incident in the Strait of Hormuz within four days.

Trump:

'I would rather make a deal, I don’t want to kill people'

Speaking in Nevada, President Trump states the US is heavily striking Iran while reiterating his preference for a deal to prevent it acquiring nuclear arms.