Iran

US moves against Iranians linked to hostage crisis propagandist

Three Iranian nationals were detained after Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked their residency over ties to figures linked to the 1979 US Embassy hostage crisis.

Trump on Iran talks:

'We win no matter what'

As US-Iran peace talks unfold in Islamabad, President Trump tells reporters the US has already won and warns China against sending Iran air defenses.

Security official:

'Ceasefire is fragile, we're preparing to resume fighting'

Israel, US, see eye-to-eye on demands to end Iran war, are preparing to resume fighting. 'More pessimistic than optimistic,' security source says.

Report: China to arm Iran

CNN reports that China plans to transfer advanced air-defense systems to Iran in the coming weeks, including shoulder-fired missiles.

Netanyahu declares: War with Iran is not over

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has not yet completed its operations in Iran, but existential threat no longer hangs over Israel. 'Had we not launched these two operations, Iran would already have a nuclear bomb.'

Mojtaba Khamenei injured but still alert and aware

Sources close to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei tell Reuters that he is severely injured, but not unconscious.

Trump on Iran deal:

'No nuclear weapon - that's 99% of it'

Ahead of Saturday’s talks, Trump tells reporters a good Iran deal means "no nuclear weapon", while expressing confidence the blocked Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon.

US-Iran talks

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad, sets preconditions

Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf arrives in Islamabad for US talks, demanding a Lebanon ceasefire and release of frozen assets first. US VP Vance warns Iran against playing games.

Iran:

Tweeting against mosques may lead to indictment

Canadian-Iranian former MP Goldie Ghamari says Ottawa police officers recommended she remove social media posts critical of the regime in Iran, warning of possible criminal consequences.

Indictment

Jerusalem youth acted on behalf of Iran

According to the indictment, the young man contacted an Iranian agent via Telegram, operated a “burner phone," and carried out documentation missions in Israel in exchange for thousands of dollars.

Iran: No US talks until Lebanon ceasefire holds

Iran says talks to end the war with the US depend on Washington honoring ceasefire commitments - including halting fighting in Lebanon.

Trump blasts former allies as 'losers' in fiery Truth Social post

President Donald Trump lashes out at Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens and Alex Jones, labeling them "losers" with "low IQs" for criticizing his policy on Iran.

Report:

Former Iranian FM dies from US-Israel strike wounds

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharazi reportedly dies from wounds suffered in US-Israel strikes on his Tehran home.

Trump warns Iran:

'No tolls on tankers through Strait of Hormuz'

President Trump demands Iran immediately stop charging fees to tankers in the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, warning that oil will flow with or without Tehran's help.

Fair mediator?

Pakistani minister calls Israel 'evil' and 'cancer'

Israel’s Foreign Minister condemns Pakistan’s defense chief for inflammatory rhetoric, questioning its role as mediator between allies and Iran.

Declaration of victory

Mojtaba doubles down on reparation demands, Hormuz control

Khamenei marks 40 days since his father’s death, declares Iran victorious, warns aggressors, and urges regional states to reject Western influence

Chief of Staff in Lebanon

'Iran is weaker, our achievements against it are historic'

The Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir toured southern Lebanon today along with the commanders of the Northern Command and Division 98. In talks with soldiers in the field, he emphasized Hezbollah's isolation.

EU urges Lebanon ceasefire; Sa'ar says it echoes Iran's position

EU Foreign Affairs Rep. criticizes Israeli strikes in Lebanon, while FM Sa'ar defends IDF precision and accuses the EU of echoing Iranian positions on Hezbollah and ceasefire terms.

Working with Iran:

Haifa resident planned attack on Naftali Bennett

Ami Gaidarov, a 22-year-old resident of Haifa, arrested on suspicion of contact with Iranian agents, aiding enemy during wartime in exchange for money.

Iranian hackers publish dozens of photos of Herzi Halevi

The hacker group Handala, associated with Iran, published this morning (Thursday) what it says are files of former IDF chief of staff Herzi Halevi.

Trump demands investigation into CNN

U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at CNN for quoting an official statement from Iran's Supreme National Security Council that claimed Iran won.

Analyst warns: We ended the war too early

Channel 12 analyst Nir Dvori warns ceasefire with Iran is premature, gives Iran time to regroup and weakens Israel’s position ahead of negotiations.

Report:

US fears Iran will not reopen Straits of Hormuz

Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz remain high as uncertainty grows over whether Iran will fully reopen the vital shipping lane.

Iran claims Tehran synagogue destroyed

Iran claims synagogue in Tehran was ‘completely destroyed’ by US-Israeli strike.

Strategic Drift:

The danger of inconsistent American messaging on Iran

What is missing, and what Israel's own experience of deterrence theory makes painfully legible, is a victory doctrine. Opinion.

VP Vance:

'Israelis have offered to check themselves in Lebanon'

Vice President JD Vance outlines US stance on Iran ceasefire, citing misunderstandings, ongoing negotiations, and warning of consequences if terms are not upheld.

Poll

Most Americans hold negative views of Israel and Netanyahu

A new poll conducted during the war with Iran shows that 60% of Americans hold a negative view of Israel, while 59% say they do not trust Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Just hours in:

Ceasefire showing signs of collapse

Iranian parliament speaker accused the US of violating key ceasefire terms before negotiations, raising doubts about further talks. Israel believes Iran may strike, as Tehran blocks Strait of Hormuz.

Iran blocks ships in Strait of Hormuz hours after opening strait

Iranian government begins blocking ships hours into ceasefire, citing Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite Trump's assurances the Hezbollah conflict is separate from the ceasefire.

Netanyahu:

Ceasefire is temporary, Israel ready to resume war

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel achieved major gains against Iran but warns the war is not over and operations could resume at any moment.

Ceasefire

Iran insists on uranium enrichment as Trump promises ban

While President Trump insists Iran will not be allowed to enrich uranium under the negotiated agreement, Iran's version of the plan includes an acknowledgement of its right to enrichment.

Netanyahu:

Two-week ceasefire does not include Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs President Trump’s pause on Iran strikes, stressing it hinges on Tehran’s actions and excludes Lebanon.

After Pakistani request

Trump agrees to two-week ceasefire in Iran

Trump announces he has agreed to a two-week "double sided ceasefire" in Iran, after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s call for a two-week lull in order to give time for diplomacy.

Iran-backed militia in Iraq releases kidnapped US journalist

Iran-backed Kataib Hezbollah releases American journalist Shelly Kittleson, kidnapped last week in Baghdad.

Pakistan PM urges Trump to extend Iran deadline by two weeks

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urges Trump to postpone his deadline for Iran by two weeks and implement a truce, while calling on Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz during that period.

Report:

Iran calls off US talks hours before Trump deadline

Iran calls off indirect negotiations with the United States after Trump threatens widespread attacks on Iranian bridges and power plants, according to The New York Times.

Major blow

IDF destroys Iran’s key sonar and missile sites

IDF strikes central Iranian production sites in Shiraz and Karaj, destroying facilities for sonar systems and naval cruise missiles.

Russia and China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China veto UN Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blockaded since the US-Israel war began.

Trump to Fox News:

'8:00 p.m. deadline for Iran is happening'

Fox News host Bret Baier reveals that President Trump called him and reiterated his firm 8:00 p.m. ET deadline for Iran: reach a deal or face an unprecedented military attack.

Netanyahu

“We destroyed planes and helicopters, IRGC infrastructure'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement confirming that the Air Force attacked railways and bridges in Iran.

US launches dozens of strikes on Kharg Island

US launches about 50 strikes on military facilities on the island which controls 90% of Iran's oil exports.

Trump

'A whole civilization will die tonight,never to be brought back'

US President reiterates his ultimatum to Iran to reach an agreement by tonight to end the conflict or face devastating consequences.

Murderous rocket strike:

Vladimir, Lena, Dima, and Lucille Jane are laid to rest

Vladimir Gershovitz, his wife Lena Ostrovsky, their son Dima, and his wife Lucille Jane were laid to rest after being killed in an Iranian missile strike on Haifa.

Missile-cam footage:

IDF makes quick work of Iranian air defense systems

In precise strikes carried out under the direction of IDF intelligence, more than 130 Iranian terror regime air defense systems were eliminated.

Aftermath:

Car flipped and stopped by shelter; no injuries

An Iranian missile that triggered sirens in many cities caused a car to overturn near a shelter in Ramat HaSharon and damaged infrastructure in Rosh HaAyin and on the border of Bnei Brak.

Critical site targeted

Wide IDF airstrike cripples Iran’s missile production network

The IDF carried out a large-scale strike in Iran, targeting missile launch sites and a key facility producing materials used in explosives and ballistic weapons.

'Power Plant and Bridge Day'

IDF issues dramatic warning in Farsi

IDF issues warning in Farsi, calling on Iranian civilians to avoid railroads until 9:00 p.m.

Leaked Documents:

Mojtaba Khamenei unresponsive in hospital, IRGC running war

A confidential diplomatic memo reveals that Mojtaba Khamenei was declared supreme leader after his father’s death, but is hospitalized unconscious in Qom, while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is effectively running the war.

Brit Olam Dvar Torah:

Trump’s ultimatum and the Red Sea: Why Iran cannot surrender

Certain leaders, certain regimes, and certain civilizations choose destruction over surrender - even when every rational calculation screams otherwise.

New details:

B-2 bombers destroyed IRGC's secret bunker in Iran

Fox News reports US forces launched bunker-busting strike on IRGC site near Tehran as B-2 and B-1 bombers supported high-risk rescue of downed F-15 crew.

Watered down version

UN Security Council to vote on Hormuz shipping resolution

The UN Security Council is expected to vote Tuesday on a significantly watered-down resolution to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after China opposed authorizing force.

Iranian official:

'Trump suffered strategic defeat, lost control of war'

Senior Iranian security source claims Iran has dealt Trump a strategic defeat and his harsh rhetoric reflects loss of control over the conflict.

Report:

15 US soldiers injured in Iranian drone strike in Kuwait

15 American soldiers injured in Iranian drone strike on Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. Most of them have already returned to duty.

Netanyahu to Trump: Do not rush into a ceasefire

Prime Minister expresses concern in a conversation with the US President about a potential ceasefire with the regime in Tehran. Trump makes clear he will not compromise on the full handover of all enriched uranium.

Iran fires back

'Delusional Trump can’t erase US humiliation'

Iran dismisses Trump’s fresh threats as the words of a “delusional" president, claiming the US suffered humiliation in the West Asia war.

Four soldiers arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran

Four active-duty soldiers were recently arrested on suspicion of espionage on behalf of Iran. A gag order has been imposed on all further details of the investigation.

Trump:

'Iran can be taken out in 1 night, maybe tomorrow night'

US President addresses the war with Iran, including the stunning rescue of a downed airman, reafirms deadline of tomorrow for Iran's compliance with his demands.

IDF strikes the largest petrochemical complex in Iran

The Air Force attacked strategic core infrastructure in the Asaluyeh area used to produce explosives and propellants for ballistic missiles.

Netanyahu:

'We are systematically dismantling the IRGC's money machine'

The Prime Minister made it clear that the campaign against Iran has moved to a phase of destroying national infrastructure and systematically eliminating senior regime officials.

Trump: “I want to finish the job in Iran"

The U.S. President escalated threats toward Iran after it rejected a ceasefire proposal: “If there’s no deal, they won’t have any bridges or power stations left."