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Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

The EU is moving to reinstate UN sanctions on Iran with an August 29 deadline for nuclear progress. This action could trigger a full "snapback" of sanctions by October 15.

Europe gives Iran August deadline for 'snapback' sanctions

'Propaganda'

Iran's Supreme Leader responds to former Israeli Defense Minister

Iran dismisses Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant’s open letter as propaganda aimed at manipulating global opinion, while reaffirming its regional resilience amid escalating tensions.

Iran's Supreme Leader responds to former Israeli Defense Minister

Trump:

'I sought to postpone Iran strike, then approved it'

US President reveals he was concerned that the timing of the US airstrikes against Iran's nuclear program were revealed in the American media.

'I sought to postpone Iran strike, then approved it'

Netanyahu tells Trump he will attack Iran again

Prime Minister Netanyahu made it clear to President Trump that Israel would take militarily action if Iran resumes its nuclear efforts.

Netanyahu tells Trump he will attack Iran again

'Try to stay cool!'

Iran's FM slams Israel, Sa'ar fires back

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar mocks Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on X after Araghchi belittled Israel's military.

Iran's FM slams Israel, Sa'ar fires back

Iran Threatens:

Israel will pay for targeting Iranian President

An Iranian official accused Israel of an assassination attempt on Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian and warned that Tehran will respond.

Israel will pay for targeting Iranian President

Filipina dies from wounds in Iran missile strike on Israel

Leah Mosquera, 49, succumbed to wounds weeks after an Iranian missile struck her Rehovot home during Operation Rising Lion.

Filipina dies from wounds in Iran missile strike on Israel

Report:

Iranian President wounded in Israeli attack

Iranian media reported that President Masoud Pezeshkian was wounded a few days after the war with Israel began while he was at a meeting in western Tehran.

Iranian President wounded in Israeli attack

Mid-air crisis over Tehran:

Israeli F-15 saved by daring in-flight refueling

An Israeli F-15 fighter jet narrowly avoided disaster deep over Iranian territory after a critical fuel malfunction during Operation Rising Lion.

Israeli F-15 saved by daring in-flight refueling

Israel warns:

Iran’s uranium potentially retrievable after US strikes

Israeli official says that the deeply buried enriched uranium at an Iranian nuclear facility may be retrievable, complicating assessments of US strike damage.

Iran’s uranium potentially retrievable after US strikes

State Department to US citizens: 'Do not travel to Iran!'

State Department’s Hostage Affairs office cautions Americans over heightened detention risk, highlights plight of former hostage Emad Shargi in new awareness campaign.

State Department to US citizens: 'Do not travel to Iran!'

Netanyahu:

If after 60 days Hamas isn't dismantled-we will resume fighting

In Washington statement, Prime Minister lays out 60-day ceasefire plan linked to release of hostages and end to Hamas's rule in Gaza; warns of military action if diplomatic efforts fail, including on Iranian nuclear threat.

If after 60 days Hamas isn't dismantled-we will resume fighting

Defense Minister warns Iran

'If we need to, we'll strike again with even greater force'

Defense Minister Israel Katz sent a warning to the Iranian regime during a pilots course graduation ceremony.

'If we need to, we'll strike again with even greater force'

Iranian plots target Jews, Israelis in Britain, MPs warn

Parliamentary report reveals sharp rise in Iranian plots targeting Jews, Israelis, and dissidents in the UK, calling for urgent action to counter Tehran’s aggression.

Iranian plots target Jews, Israelis in Britain, MPs warn

Netanyahu:

'Israel and the US are the only two innovation nations'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke in a recent interview about the cooperation between Israel and the USA in the field of artificial intelligence and Israel's remarkable innovations and economic success despite the war.

'Israel and the US are the only two innovation nations'

Graham backs Israel:

'Hamas must be fully removed from Gaza'

Senator Lindsey Graham meets with PM Netanyahu to discuss regional security, stresses the importance of keeping Iran weakened and fully removing Hamas from Gaza for peace.

'Hamas must be fully removed from Gaza'

US sanctions firms tied to Iran's oil sales for terrorism funding

The US Treasury sanctions 22 entities across Hong Kong, UAE, and Turkey for facilitating Iranian oil sales that fund the IRGC-QF, a key player in Iran’s terrorist operations.

US sanctions firms tied to Iran's oil sales for terrorism funding

Tehran rejects Trump's claim of scheduled talks

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson firmly denies a US claim of a meeting request, contradicting President Trump's assertion of scheduled talks.

Tehran rejects Trump's claim of scheduled talks

UK warns Iran:

'Dramatic sanctions' if UN inspectors aren’t allowed

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy warns Iran of "dramatic sanctions" if it doesn't clarify its nuclear program and allow UN inspectors.

'Dramatic sanctions' if UN inspectors aren’t allowed

Israel's Demands:

'Hamas disbanded, its leaders exiled, and Gaza demilitarized'

A senior political source reviewed the meeting between Netanyahu and Trump last night and expressed high hopes for a hostage deal in the near future.

'Hamas disbanded, its leaders exiled, and Gaza demilitarized'

Report:

Tehran acquires Chinese SAMs post-truce with Israel

Iran is reportedly receiving Chinese surface-to-air missiles to rebuild air defenses after its recent conflict with Israel. Deliveries began post-truce, with Iran paying via oil shipments to China, its largest crude importer.

Tehran acquires Chinese SAMs post-truce with Israel

Defense Minister

Behind the scenes of the strikes on Iran

Minister Israel Katz reveals new details on Operation "Hila" and the preparations for the strikes on Iran, including coordination with the US and a companion Operation: "Tornado."

Behind the scenes of the strikes on Iran

Iranian President:

'Israel tried to assassinate me'

Masoud Pezeshkian says he is not afraid to become a martyr and says the US was not involved in the alleged assassination plot in interview with far-right podcaster.

'Israel tried to assassinate me'

Shin Bet foils attempt to recruit Israeli for Iranian intel

Tel Aviv resident, 27, arrested for allegedly carrying out sensitive missions for Iranian intelligence, including documenting public officials' homes and military bases.

Shin Bet foils attempt to recruit Israeli for Iranian intel

Espionage:

Iran expels thousands of Afghans over alleged ties to Israel

Iran deports Afghans accused of aiding the Mossad, labeling them a 'security threat,' in a move that appears to advance the regime’s internal agenda, amid growing unrest and economic challenges.

Iran expels thousands of Afghans over alleged ties to Israel

Quds Force-backed terror cell arrested in IDF raid in Syria

Watch footage from special operation in southern Syria: IDF arrests cell operated by Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

Quds Force-backed terror cell arrested in IDF raid in Syria

How Iran lost its Empire:

The fall of Iran’s Shia Empire, the battle for a New Middle East

The regional balance of power is shifting rapidly, with major players, including Arab states, Pakistan, and Turkey, now recalibrating their positions in anticipation of what comes next. Opinion.

The fall of Iran’s Shia Empire,  the battle for a New Middle East

'A never-ending mission'

Erin Molan experienced the war - from Israel

Australian television journalist and presenter Erin Molan spoke to Arutz Sheva after being unexpectedly ‘stuck’ in Israel during the recent war against Iran.

Erin Molan experienced the war - from Israel

Giulio Meotti:

Iranian assassins now target everyone

The Iranian regime is subcontracting murders to European criminal networks. They are recruiting mafia organizations to do their work and no one is laughing at it anymore. Op-ed.

Iranian assassins now target everyone

The spies among us: processing the incomprehensible

A spate of cases of has Israelis shaking their heads with disbelief and disgust. What should we do? Opinion.

The spies among us: processing the incomprehensible

In Lebanon

IDF eliminates Iranian-backed terrorist

The IDF, acting on ISA intelligence, eliminated Qasem Salah al-Husseini, a Lebanese terrorist linked to the Iranian Quds Force, in Kafr Sil on Thursday.

IDF eliminates Iranian-backed terrorist

UN atomic agency pulls inspectors out of Iran amid threats

Departure follows Tehran's suspension of cooperation with UN atomic agency and rising threats against IAEA leadership.

UN atomic agency pulls inspectors out of Iran amid threats

France:

Iran sanctions hinge on release of our detainees

France warns it may reimpose sanctions on Iran if two detained French nationals are not released. The pair are charged with spying for Israel’s Mossad, allegations Paris rejects.

Iran sanctions hinge on release of our detainees

Trump:

'I want to see the people of Gaza safe'

Trump speaks to reporters amid speculation that a hostage release deal is close: I want to see the people of Gaza safe, they have been through hell.

'I want to see the people of Gaza safe'

Huckabee:

Hamas has no place in Gaza like Nazis had no place in Germany

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee discusses cautious optimism for a Gaza ceasefire, the return of hostages, and the strong US-Israel partnership, emphasizing Hamas's future elimination.

Hamas has no place in Gaza like Nazis had no place in Germany

Report:

US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

If confirmed, the Oslo meeting would mark the first direct US-Iranian nuclear talks since joint American-Israeli strikes targeted key Iranian nuclear sites.

US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

More pressure on Tehran:

US sanctions Iranian oil smuggling networks

US Treasury sanctions Iranian oil smuggling networks, including vessels and companies linked to Salim Ahmed Said, intensifying efforts to disrupt Iran’s oil exports and terrorism financing.

US sanctions Iranian oil smuggling networks

'Nazi style'

Iranian FM lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel

Iran’s Foreign Minister responds harshly to German criticism, accusing Berlin of supporting attacks and genocide, while defending nuclear program oversight changes.

Iranian FM lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel

Following successful operation:

US CENTCOM Chief Kurilla visits Israel

General Michael Kurilla meets with IDF leaders to discuss Operation Rising Lion and strengthens US-Israel military coordination.

US CENTCOM Chief Kurilla visits Israel

Cars flying in the air

New footage from IDF strike in Iran surfaces

Dramatic footage has surfaced showing the moment an IDF strike hit a road in Tehran during Operation Rising Lion.

New footage from IDF strike in Iran surfaces

We need your help!

Emergency funds for Israeli refugees nearly exhausted

The missiles from Iran may have stopped falling, but for hundreds of Israeli families, the nightmare is far from over.

Emergency funds for Israeli refugees nearly exhausted

Iran attempted to disrupt Home Front Command operations

Iran launched dozens of cyber attack attempts during the 12 days of fighting, targeting civilian companies and Home Front Command systems, report says.

Iran attempted to disrupt Home Front Command operations

Two Tiberias residents indicted for spying for Iran

Yoni Segal and Nahorai Mizrahi passed sensitive information to Iran and attempted espionage, including plans to assassinate a senior Israeli figure, indictment reveals.

Two Tiberias residents indicted for spying for Iran

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Iran officially suspends cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a move the US calls "unacceptable." This follows a 12-day conflict with Israel and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Tehran accuses detained French citizens of spying for Israel

Two French citizens, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, detained for over three years in Iran, now face charges of "spying" for Israel's Mossad, "conspiracy to overthrow the regime," and "corruption on earth."

Tehran accuses detained French citizens of spying for Israel

Judgment and misjudgment

In Iran the Foreign Minster, Kamal Karrazi, told Arafat, “No Muslim can allow holy Jerusalem to remain under occupation, and the Organization of the Islamic Conference will never let any deal be made over Jerusalem.” Opinion.

Judgment and misjudgment

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

The US believes its recent airstrikes significantly set back Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, Pentagon spokesman says, adding key nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were “completely obliterated.”

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

Clandestine Diplomacy:

Israel holding secret conferences with Russia regarding Iran

Amid the ceasefire with Iran, Israel is carrying on tacit contacts with senior officials in Moscow to seek a diplomatic solution with Iran and Syria.

Israel holding secret conferences with Russia regarding Iran

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Tehran accuses Washington and Jerusalem of violating its sovereignty and killing civilians during 12 days of war.

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Special operation in southern Syria:

IDF arrests Iranian-backed terror cell

In overnight operation, IDF forces arrest Iranian-backed terror cell in southern Syria's Umm al-Luqs and Ein al-Bassali.

IDF arrests Iranian-backed terror cell

Mossad page teases identity of secret Iranian general

The Mossad Farsi page on X claims to have uncovered the identity of the new commander of Iran's unified combatant command, revealing Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi as the leader.

Mossad page teases identity of secret Iranian general

Danish man arrested for spying on Berlin Jews for Iran

Danish citizen allegedly aiding Iranian intelligence in plotting attacks on Jewish targets in Berlin to be extradited to Germany.

Danish man arrested for spying on Berlin Jews for Iran

Armenia courts Israel allies while attacking over Iran strikes

Armenian lawmakers meet AIPAC as Yerevan condemns Israel and echoes Iranian talking points; activists warn that on the ground, pro-Iranian and anti-Israel messaging persists.

Armenia courts Israel allies while attacking over Iran strikes

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urges Iran to immediately restart nuclear negotiations with the IAEA, warning against NPT withdrawal.

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

From a ‘Ring of Fire’ to a ‘Ring of Hope’

Israel’s military triumphs now may pave the way for a historic opportunity to shift from defense to dialogue. Opinion.

From a ‘Ring of Fire’ to a ‘Ring of Hope’

US intelligence: Iran prepped mines for Strait of Hormuz

US intelligence detected Iran loading naval mines onto vessels in the Persian Gulf last month following Israeli strikes, according to Reuters. This heightened Washington's concerns about a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

US intelligence: Iran prepped mines for Strait of Hormuz

Iran-Azerbaijan tensions escalate over alleged Israeli ties

Roman Gurevich warns of a dangerous deterioration in Iran-Azerbaijan relations amid growing cooperation with Israel, while tensions rise between Baku and Moscow following the brutal arrest of Azerbaijanis in Russia.

Iran-Azerbaijan tensions escalate over alleged Israeli ties

Welcome to Europe's pro-Iranian madhouse

When gays and trans people want to ally with those who hang “infidels,” history laughs at them with tears in its eyes. Opinion.

Welcome to Europe's pro-Iranian madhouse

'We Went Through This Too':

Kyiv students support school damaged by Iranian missile

Students from the Perlyna-Chabad Jewish School in Kyiv, which was damaged by a Russian drone, sent a touching letter of encouragement to the students of Gsharim School, which was hit by an Iranian missile.

Kyiv students support school damaged by Iranian missile

Couple from Raanana arrested for spying for Iran

Detectives from the Central District Police have arrested a married couple from Ra’anana on suspicion of espionage against the State of Israel on behalf of Iran.

Couple from Raanana arrested  for spying for Iran