Iran

Iran recruiting spies in Bat Yam?

Shin Bet issues warning, mayor sounds alarm

The mayor of Bat Yam addressed residents following a Shin Bet alert regarding attempts by Iranian intelligence actors to recruit locals for espionage activities.

Defense Ministry

'Iran war underscored critical need for space superiority'

Defense Ministry official Avi Berger says: 'Israeli space capabilities to cover every target in Middle East as strategic priority.'

Turkey and Iran announce construction of joint railway

New 200-kilometer railway line to link Iran and Turkey, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says.

IRGC seizes Eswatini-flagged vessel over alleged fuel smuggling

Iran’s IRGC Navy said it seized an Eswatini-flagged vessel carrying 350,000 liters of smuggled gasoil, detaining its crew and expanding a series of recent operations targeting fuel-trafficking routes.

Iranian hackers claim:

We broke into Israeli nuclear scientist's car

'Handala' Iranian hacker group says they broke into vehicle belonging to Israeli nuclear scientist, leaving flowers, followed by a threatening note.

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New footage of strikes in Iran during Operation Rising Lion

Iranian media has released footage of the moments of the Israeli strikes on the IRGC headquarters and air defense batteries.

'Israel-driven'

Iran slams Australia for labeling IRGC a terror sponsor

Iran condemns Australia’s decision to label the IRGC a “state sponsor of terrorism,” calling it “unlawful” and “Israel-driven.”

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Iran funnels oil profits to Hezbollah through Dubai

WSJ reports Iran sent Hezbollah hundreds of millions via Dubai laundering and Hawala transfers, with cash smuggled through Beirut airport.

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.

Sen. John Fetterman

'Iran spent billions to destroy Israel instead of on water'

Pennsylvania Senator notes that the money Iran put into its nuclear weapons program could have gone toward solving the country's water crisis as water is on the verge of running out in Tehran.

New emoji:

Iranian Jewish MP changes emoji colors after receiving complaints

Dr. Homayoun Shamah, Jewish representative in Iran’s parliament, replaces blue-and-white emoji circles in messages to the Jewish community with the red, green, and white of Iran’s flag, emphasizing the change avoids any perceived support for Israel.

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.

How Iran learned to survive sanctions

Sanctions punished Iran economically, but paradoxically boosted its sovereignty score: it became harder to pressure because it had already adjusted to living outside the global economic mainstream. Opinion.

Wave of abductions

Iranian crown prince condemns regime for abducting teen activist

Prince Reza Pahlavi condemns Islamic Republic for abduction of 19-year-old Bita Shafiei and her mother following multiple deaths of people the regime abducted.

Iran weighs leaving nuclear non-proliferation treaty

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

Iran warns of plots against Khamenei, blames Israel and US

Iran’s intelligence minister warns of plots by Israel and the US to target Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei.

Iranian hacker group threatens defense employees

Iranian 'Handala' hacker group publishes personal details of defense industry employees, calls for help in capturing them.

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Iran nears 2,000 missiles, restoring arsenal after Rising Lion

Channel 13 News reports Iran has renewed most of its missile arsenal and may reach 2,000 rockets within months. Israel monitors the buildup as Tehran restores nuclear sites.

IDF Intelligence reveals

The compromising protocols of the terror axis

Documents revealed for the first time by IDF Intelligence point to a series of communications and meetings between senior Hamas officials and representatives of Hezbollah and Iran, leading to secret cooperation with the Assad regime. Hamas viewed Syria as "a sanctuary base and a space for construction and deployment."

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.

IDF soldier indicted for spying for Iran

Refael Reuveni, 21, indicted for providing intelligence to Iran, collecting equipment and arms.

Iran planning to move capital from Tehran

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says there is no longer a choice as to whether to move the capital city, warns of disaster due to ongoing drought.

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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.

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.

How dry Iran?

Whereas its neighbors have long planned for the absence of rainy days, investing in the infrastructure to provide water for its subjects, the Islamic Republic has wasted all its resources foolishly pursuing nuclear weapons. Opinion.

Iran releases seized tanker after five-day standoff

Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Talara, intercepted by Iran's Revolutionary Guard near UAE waters, released without charges after days in Iranian custody

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.

Crew of tanker seized by Iran reported safe

Technical manager of the tanker which was seized by Iran on the weekend says the crew of 21 is safe, and the ship is anchored off Bandar Abbas.

Report: Mossad officials' personal details leaked online

Pro-Palestinian hackers published personal information on nine Israeli defense employees, Tasnim report says.

Following drought: Iran begins seeding clouds

Acting after dozens of years of drought, Iranian authorities begin taking action to create clouds, cause rain to fall.

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.

'Distorted'

Oxford Union adopts motion saying Israel tops Iran as threat

Widely condemned decision sees Oxford Union back a motion portraying Israel as destabilizing the region, despite Iran’s record of proxy warfare and regional aggression.

Espionage:

Suspect exploits partner's reserve duty service

Shin Bet and police investigation reveals that the suspect sent photos and locations of security sites to Iran and exploited his partner's reserve duty service to obtain confidential information.

In response to US push

Lebanon cracks down on cash transfers

Lebanon imposes strict rules on money transfers under US pressure to cut Hezbollah funding.

Canada foiled Iranian assassination attempts, spy chief confirms

Canada’s spy agency foiled Iranian plots to kill regime critics and blocked Russian attempts to smuggle Canadian tech, CSIS chief Dan Rogers reveals in a rare public speech on national security threats.

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.

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.”

Propaganda war:

Iran produces Hebrew-language documentary

A documentary produced by Iranian news agency, titled “Missiles Over Bazan”, aims to present “the truth about the war.”

US State Dept.:

'Iran is collapsing under regime’s corruption'

The US State Department warns that Iran’s regime is fueling regional instability while neglecting urgent domestic crises, including severe water shortages in Tehran.

US sanctions 32 entities backing Iran’s missile and UAV programs

The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on dozens of individuals and entities across eight countries for supporting Iran’s ballistic missile and UAV production networks.

Urmia: The Azerbaijani heart of Iran’s northwest

Tensions between the Azerbaijani and Kurdish residents of Urmia spiral sporadically in this northwestern city, now part of Iran. Which is the dominant culture of the city? Opinion.

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.

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Iran flooding Judea and Samaria with advanced weapons

Washington Free Beacon reveals Iran is arming Judea and Samaria terror cells with drones, rockets, and explosives to replicate Oct. 7.

World athletes call for stay of execution for Iranian boxer

Dozens of Olympic athletes signed a letter demanding that the Iranian regime not execute a boxing champion who was sentenced to death for participating in protests against the regime.

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.

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Hezbollah commanders underwent surgery to conceal identities

Saudi channel Al-Hadath reports that dozens of senior Hezbollah members, some wounded in clashes with Israel, underwent plastic surgery under Iranian directive.

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.

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.

US official:

'Iran still funnels billions to Hezbollah despite sanctions'

US sanctions chief says Iran sent $1B to Hezbollah this year, notes Washington sees a chance to cut funding and push disarmament of Hezobllah.

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.

Iran jails Jewish American for 2010 Israel visit

Iran sentences Kamran Hekmati, a Jewish American from New York, to prison for visiting Israel to celebrate his son’s bar mitzvah.

Poll:

Most Iranians oppose regime stance on US and Israel

According to the poll's findings, an overwhelming majority of the population opposes Tehran's aggressive stance toward Israel and supports dialogue with the West.

Iran to establish Hebrew TV to combat 'Israeli propaganda'

Iranian state media confirms President Pezeshkian approved a Hebrew-language TV channel as part of a broader effort to counter Israeli narratives and boost social unity.

Denmark arrests Afghan tied to Iranian plot against Jews

Suspect accused of helping Iranian agents plot attacks on Jewish sites in Germany; Danish authorities coordinated with German prosecutors and intelligence services.

'Not just tea'

The Mossad's cryptic post about the Quds Force commander

A post on the Mossad Farsi X account shows Quds Force Commander Esmail Qaani sitting with an unknown individual.

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 frees French nationals accused of spying for Israel

Iran releases French nationals Kohler and Paris after three years in prison, in what appears to be a prisoner swap following France’s conditional release of Iranian student Mahdieh Esfandiari.

Iran’s strategic obsession-and how to stop Its comeback

Israel and its allies can ensure that Iran’s ambitions remain just that: ambitions. Opinion.

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Iran arming Iraqi militias ahead of clash with Israel

Tehran shifts strategic weight to Iraqi proxies, equipping them with advanced arms and preparing them for potential conflict with Israel, Iraqi sources reveal.

Refael answers

Did Iran obtain secret info on Israeli defense systems?

Iran claims to have hacked a Rafael subcontractor and accessed data on key defense systems. Rafael denies classified info was leaked, calling the claims unfounded.