Iran

Trump:

Iran is ‘not going far enough’ in nuclear negotiations

President Trump expresses frustration with Iran's refusal to make a more substantial deal on nuclear issues, emphasizing their lack of commitment to forgoing nuclear weapons.

Rubio to visit Israel amid growing tensions with Iran

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Israel from March 2-3 to discuss regional issues, including Iran, Lebanon, and Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan for Gaza.

IAEA report:

No access to Iran's nuclear sites after war

New IAEA report reveals Iran has denied access to nuclear sites bombed in June, leaving key details of its uranium stockpile unverified.

Amid rising tensions

Countries warn citizens against travel to Israel and Iran

Several countries, including France, Britain, and Germany, advise citizens against traveling to Israel and Iran due to escalating tensions. Warnings include heightened security risks and possible border closures.

IDF Spokesperson reassures Israelis amid rising tensions

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.

Trump on Iran strike:

'I don't want to, but sometimes you have to'

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:

'Israel must act independently'

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.

Looming Iran strike

US evacuates embassy families, suggests citizens leave Israel

State Department authorizes the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of US government personnel due to safety risks.

53% of Israelis

Opposition was wrong to boycott meeting with Indian PM

A majority of the public (59%) believes that avoiding a U.S. strike on Iran would be a very bad outcome for Israel.

Vance:

'No chance' US strikes on Iran would lead to long-term war

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.

Report:

Trump briefed on military options in Iran amid talks

Navy Adm. Brad Cooper briefs President Trump on military options regarding Iran, as US-Iran talks in Geneva show progress, according to ABC News.

Iranian FM:

Progress made in 'intense' talks with US

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. Kedar to Arutz Sheva:

Iran takes Israel more seriously than they do the US

Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Iran does not feel threatened by President Trump’s remarks and argues only a clear ultimatum would deter Tehran.

Iran-US meeting ends, Omani FM claims 'significant progress'

Oman reports progress after Geneva talks as US and Iran prepare for consultations and technical discussions in Vienna next week.

CIA posts Farsi guide for Iranians seeking secret contact

Farsi-language post outlines security steps, including VPN and disposable devices, for Iranians seeking to contact the US intelligence agency.

Propaganda video shows Iranian Jews supporting regime

Official Iranian media publishes Hebrew-language video showing Iranian Jewish community demonstrating in support of IRGC.

Satellite imagery reveals: US squadron arrived at IAF base

US providing Israel with stealth squadron, advanced air defense capabilities, report says.

Iran offers investment to stave off US strike

Iran is reportedly seeking to draw the United States into investment opportunities as a way to revive diplomacy and avert a military confrontation.

Fetterman:

'US has unique opportunity to reshape Iran'

Sen. John Fetterman expresses support for military flexibility against Iran, stating the regime is at its weakest in decades.

Report:

Trump's advisers suggest Israel strike Iran first

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".

Rubio:

'Iran poses grave danger to the US, beyond its nuclear ambitions'

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.

Vance:

'US has evidence Iran is rebuilding nuclear program'

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.

The Iranian proposal the US will find difficult to accept

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%.

Witkoff: Iran deal must have no time limits

Ahead of Geneva talks, Steve Witkoff reportedly told a private gathering the Trump administration will not accept time-limited nuclear restrictions on Iran.

Hezbollah reveals its red line with 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.

VP Vance:

'You can't let craziest regime in the world have nuclear weapons'

Vice President says Trump prefers diplomacy but retains military options to ensure Iran does not obtain nuclear weapons ahead of talks, warning Tehran.

US hits Iran’s oil exports, UAV and missile programs

US Treasury blacklists vessels, firms, and individuals tied to Iranian oil sales, missile production, UAV proliferation, and procurement networks.

'Pizza meter' arrives in Israel

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.

Iranian FM:

'Deal with the US is possible if diplomacy leads the way'

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.

Trump:

'Iran wants to make a deal more than I do'

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.

Peak tensions in Middle East

US stations advanced stealth aircraft in Israel

As part of a broad US military deployment in the Middle East, about 12 F-22 Raptor aircraft have been stationed in Israel.

Sen. Ted Cruz

'I told the President, don't miss this opportunity with Iran'

Texas Senator tells CNBC the Iranian regime is at its weakest, toppling the Ayatollahs would make America safer.

Aaron David Miller

'Trump could announce Iran strikes during State of the Union'

Longtime State Department official and Middle East scholar writes that he would not be surprised if President Trump does something unprecedented tonight.

Israel warns Lebanon:

If Hezbollah intervenes we will respond forcefully

Report says Jerusalem warned Beirut it would target civilian infrastructure if Hezbollah joins potential US-Iran conflict.

Iran nears deal with China for advanced missiles

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.

How long could the US sustain an attack on Iran?

Israeli assessment says US could sustain only days of intense strikes on Iran despite additional carrier deployment

Iran warns of wider consequences if attacked

Iran’s deputy foreign minister warns of wider escalation if attacked by the US, following Trump’s threat over Iran’s nuclear program.

'I make the decision'

Trump denies top general is against Iran strike

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.

Top general warns Trump: Iran strike risks long war

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.

Herzog:

Peace achievable if countries stand together against Tehran

At Ramadan Iftar, President Herzog urges expansion of Abraham Accords, backs President Trump plan and warns of emergency over Arab society violence.

As threats loom:

New underground hospital opens in Tel Aviv

New underground complex at Assuta Ramat Hachayal has the capacity for 200 beds, ensuring continuous care even under a significant missile threat.

Netanyahu

'We'll respond to Iran with unimaginable force'

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.

Report:

Attempted 'soft coup' against Khamenei uncovered

Reports detail an alleged internal bid led by Hassan Rouhani to sideline Iran’s Supreme Leader as protests commenced across the country.

Gerald Ford near Crete

US evacuates workers from Lebanon

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.

Indictment:

Google engineers leak secret information to Iran

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 chief:

'Iran strikes will not bring regime change'

Former CIA Director David Petraeus cautions that military strikes on Iran, while potentially damaging, will not lead to regime change.

Report:

Iran signs deal with Russia for advanced air defenses

The Financial Times reports that Iran has secured a €500 million deal with Russia for advanced Verba missiles to rebuild its air defenses.

Report:

Trump mulling targeted Iran strike, then a larger attack

The New York Times reports that President Trump is considering a larger military strike on Iran if negotiations fail or an initial attack backfires.

Rep. Higgins in Jerusalem: Iran must 'agree to our terms'

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:

'Why pursue war when there is every possibility of peace?'

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.

Report:

Trump envoys await Iran proposal ahead of critical Geneva meeting

US officials say Washington will meet Iran in Geneva Friday if Tehran delivers a detailed nuclear proposal within 48 hours.

Iran’s Regime Hanging By A Thread

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 retaliates after EU blacklists IRGC

Iran designates EU member states’ navies and air forces as terrorist organizations in response to the EU’s decision to blacklist the IRGC.

Report:

Trump weighing 'token' Iran enrichment, targeting Khamenei

Axios reports that the Trump admin is considering “token" Iranian enrichment, while military options, including targeting Khamenei, are on the table.

Tehran: College students shout, Death to Khamenei'

Students at two Tehran universities hold anti-government protests.

Report: Hezbollah preparing for war with Israel

Hezbollah is no longer run by Lebanese personnel but by Iranian IRGC officers present in Lebanon, report reveals.

Huckabee to Iran:

'End nuclear program or risk military action'

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 on Iran:

'They’d better negotiate a fair deal'

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.

Fetterman on Iran: You can't negotiate with cancer

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.

Officially:

EU designates Iran’s IRGC as a terrorist organization

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.