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IDF Spokesperson Effie Defrin reassures the public, saying the military is monitoring Iran closely and remains on high alert. This comes after the US Embassy in Israel announced staff evacuations.
President Trump says he has not yet decided on military action against Iran, expresses dissatisfaction with the country's negotiations, but indicates further talks will take place.
Public diplomacy expert Ran Bar-Yoshafat calls for Israel to counter misinformation worldwide, stresses the need for independent media voices in Israel to counter biased coverage.
State Department authorizes the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of US government personnel due to safety risks.
A majority of the public (59%) believes that avoiding a U.S. strike on Iran would be a very bad outcome for Israel.
VP JD Vance tells The Washington Post that potential strikes on Iran would not lead to a prolonged US war, outlines diplomatic and military options.
Navy Adm. Brad Cooper briefs President Trump on military options regarding Iran, as US-Iran talks in Geneva show progress, according to ABC News.
In a post on social media, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reports progress in US-Iran talks in Geneva, with technical teams set to meet in Vienna soon.
Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Iran does not feel threatened by President Trump’s remarks and argues only a clear ultimatum would deter Tehran.
Oman reports progress after Geneva talks as US and Iran prepare for consultations and technical discussions in Vienna next week.
Farsi-language post outlines security steps, including VPN and disposable devices, for Iranians seeking to contact the US intelligence agency.
Official Iranian media publishes Hebrew-language video showing Iranian Jewish community demonstrating in support of IRGC.
US providing Israel with stealth squadron, advanced air defense capabilities, report says.
Iran is reportedly seeking to draw the United States into investment opportunities as a way to revive diplomacy and avert a military confrontation.
Sen. John Fetterman expresses support for military flexibility against Iran, stating the regime is at its weakest in decades.
Senior advisers to President Trump suggest Israel strike Iran first to bolster US support for action, according to Politico. Those close to the president believe that “we’re going to bomb them".
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran poses a grave threat beyond its nuclear program, citing ballistic missiles and naval capabilities ahead of US-Iran talks in Geneva.
Vice President JD Vance says the US has evidence Iran is attempting to rebuild its nuclear program, stresses Trump prefers diplomacy but retains other options.
An Arab diplomat who has reviewed key clauses in the draft Iranian proposal claims that Tehran is prepared to reduce its uranium enrichment level from 60% to below 4%.
Ahead of Geneva talks, Steve Witkoff reportedly told a private gathering the Trump administration will not accept time-limited nuclear restrictions on Iran.
Hezbollah official tells AFP it will not intervene if the US carries out limited strikes, but draws the line at an attack on the Supreme Leader.
Vice President says Trump prefers diplomacy but retains military options to ensure Iran does not obtain nuclear weapons ahead of talks, warning Tehran.
US Treasury blacklists vessels, firms, and individuals tied to Iranian oil sales, missile production, UAV proliferation, and procurement networks.
IAF instructs soldiers serving near the Kirya military base in Tel Aviv not to order food directly to the base, to avoid leaks ahead of potential attack.
Ahead of Geneva talks, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a deal with the US is possible if diplomacy is prioritized, reiterates Iran’s commitment to peaceful nuclear technology.
Ahead of his State of the Union address, Trump tells TV anchors that Iran wants a deal but refuses to commit to abandoning its nuclear weapons ambitions.
As part of a broad US military deployment in the Middle East, about 12 F-22 Raptor aircraft have been stationed in Israel.
Texas Senator tells CNBC the Iranian regime is at its weakest, toppling the Ayatollahs would make America safer.
Longtime State Department official and Middle East scholar writes that he would not be surprised if President Trump does something unprecedented tonight.
Report says Jerusalem warned Beirut it would target civilian infrastructure if Hezbollah joins potential US-Iran conflict.
Report says Iran is close to securing CM-302 anti-ship missiles from China, a move analysts warn could threaten US naval forces in the region.
Israeli assessment says US could sustain only days of intense strikes on Iran despite additional carrier deployment
Iran’s deputy foreign minister warns of wider escalation if attacked by the US, following Trump’s threat over Iran’s nuclear program.
Trump rejects media reports claiming General Caine opposed strikes on Iran, reiterating his position that without a deal, the situation could escalate into a devastating outcome for Iran.
Gen. Dan Caine cautioned that a strike on Iran could drag the US into a deeper conflict, as internal debate intensifies over diplomacy or force.
At Ramadan Iftar, President Herzog urges expansion of Abraham Accords, backs President Trump plan and warns of emergency over Arab society violence.
New underground complex at Assuta Ramat Hachayal has the capacity for 200 beds, ensuring continuous care even under a significant missile threat.
The Prime Minister speaks in response to the 40-signature debate convened by the opposition and speaks about the strength of Israel and the partnership with the US.
Reports detail an alleged internal bid led by Hassan Rouhani to sideline Iran’s Supreme Leader as protests commenced across the country.
More than 200 American fighter jets are already in the area, and the "Ford" aircraft carrier has been spotted near Crete. Secretary of State Rubio has postponed his visit to Israel by two days.
A federal jury charges three engineers in San Jose with stealing processor secrets from Google and attempting to conceal the transfer of sensitive information to Iran.
Former CIA Director David Petraeus cautions that military strikes on Iran, while potentially damaging, will not lead to regime change.
The Financial Times reports that Iran has secured a €500 million deal with Russia for advanced Verba missiles to rebuild its air defenses.
The New York Times reports that President Trump is considering a larger military strike on Iran if negotiations fail or an initial attack backfires.
In an Arutz Sheva interview while visiting Israel, Rep. Clay Higgins stresses US-Israel unity, warns Iran over compliance, and voices faith in Netanyahu and Trump.
Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi warned that his country would defend itself if attacked, but expressed optimism for fast diplomatic progress in upcoming Geneva nuclear talks.
US officials say Washington will meet Iran in Geneva Friday if Tehran delivers a detailed nuclear proposal within 48 hours.
President Trump would do well to end the nightmare. He may not win a Nobel Prize, but more importantly, he will save the world.
Iran designates EU member states’ navies and air forces as terrorist organizations in response to the EU’s decision to blacklist the IRGC.
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.
Hezbollah is no longer run by Lebanese personnel but by Iranian IRGC officers present in Lebanon, report reveals.
US Ambassador Huckabee warns Iran to accept a deal ending its nuclear program and missile development or face credible US military action, reminding them of previous strikes.
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.
Senator John Fetterman speaks out against a potential Iran deal, calling the country a “cancer" and urging the US to take forceful action to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
The European Union officially designates Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist organization. The decision includes financial sanctions and highlights ongoing tensions following Iran’s crackdown on protests.
Lindsay and Craig Foreman, a British couple detained in Iran since January 2025, sentenced to 10 years in prison for espionage. Their family condemns the sentencing, calling it unjustified.
Iran’s UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani sends a letter to the Security Council condemning President Trump’s recent military threats and warning of a decisive response to any US aggression.
President Trump is reportedly weighing a limited strike on Iran to force a nuclear deal, according to The Wall Street Journal.
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.
