Iran

Threats or repairs?

Iranian Jews told to avoid tomb of Mordechai and Esther

Iran's Jewish community was instructed not to visit the tomb of Mordechai and Esther, as reports point to security fears despite official repair claims.

Report:

Israel recruits rabbis to counter Iran's spy recruitment campaign

Israeli authorities enlisted leading rabbis to warn against Iranian recruitment as police report more than 60 espionage indictments.

Israeli security source

Mojtaba Khamenei is not in Iran

An Israeli security source claims that Mojtaba Khamenei is no longer in Iran and that a deep rift has emerged within the country's leadership.

'Coup' accusations shake Iran's leadership after Khamenei funeral

Iran's hardliners accuse senior officials of betraying the revolution and plotting a power grab after a US ceasefire agreement sparked internal unrest.

How the Iran War changed the Middle East

The most important consequence of the Iran war was not military but psychological. That shift is transforming the strategic landscape of the Middle East. Opinion.

After IRGC attack on US troops

Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran

CENTCOM conducts its eighth straight night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites while Iran launches retaliatory drone and missile attacks into Kuwait.

'I couldn’t care less'

Trump shrugs off Iran scrapping MOU

President Trump dismisses Iran's announcement that it will no longer honor the MOU.

Amid MidEast tensions

State Department issues worldwide caution to Americans

US State Department issues a Worldwide Caution alert advising citizens to exercise increased caution due to rising Middle East tensions and potential threats.

Israel weighs curbs on civilian drones over Iran threat

Israel's defense establishment considering broad restrictions on civilian drone flights, aiming to improve military's ability to identify, respond to hostile aerial threats.

Two US service members killed in Iranian strike

US Central Command says two service members killed, one missing, in Iranian strike on Jordan.

Seventh consecutive night

US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

CENTCOM conducting seventh straight night of precision strikes against Iranian military targets, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas.

Iran warns:

'Offensive and destructive phase if US strikes continue'

Military adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader warns that continued US strikes will push the nation into a destructive offensive phase targeting American bases.

IRGC strikes Thai vessel attempting Hormuz transit

Iranian media report that the IRGC targeted a Thai-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz after it allegedly ignored warnings and transited without authorization.

Amid Iran tensions

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel

As President Trump considers broader military options against Iran, Axios reports the US is sending dozens of additional refueling planes to Israel.

US forces destroy IRGC surveillance tower near Strait of Hormuz

US forces destroyed a maritime surveillance tower at Iran’s Chah Bahar Shahid Kalantari Port, saying it was part of an IRGC network used to monitor commercial vessels and coordinate attacks on civilian crews.

British police charge man with assisting Iranian intelligence

British authorities charge a Liverpool man with assisting Iran's intelligence service amid growing concerns over Tehran-linked activity in the UK.

Meir Ben-Shabbat to Arutz Sheva

'Hamas is trying to replicate Hezbollah's model'

Former National Security Adviser analyzes threats to Israel in the wake of US attacks on Iran in an interview with Channel 7 and warns against retreats in Lebanon.

Sixth wave of strikes

US targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs

CENTCOM completes sixth consecutive night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran launches drone counterattacks and warns it would target regional infrastructure.

US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran

CENTCOM releases footage of US Marines boarding a tanker in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing its "steel wall" naval blockade against Iranian ports.

Herzog

'Not surprised at collapse of Iran MOU'

Israeli President speaks with Al Arabiya, says President Trump is in control of the situation with Iran and has his trust.

Report:

Iran tells Houthis to prepare Red Sea shipping shutdown

Reuters says Tehran instructed the Houthis to prepare to disrupt Red Sea shipping if the US targets Iranian power infrastructure.

Katz, Hegseth, hold security talks

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth updates Defense Minister Israel Katz on US military operations in Iran; Katz reaffirms Israel's determination to maintain security zones after October 7 massacre.

Iran strikes continue

Report: US expands strike campaign into northern Iran

CENTCOM concludes another wave of precision strikes on Iranian command sites, with attacks reportedly expanding northward to reach Semnan Province and areas surrounding Tehran.

Tehran summons UK ambassador to protest IRGC blacklisting

Tehran summons Britain's top envoy to protest London's decision to blacklist the IRGC as a national security threat, vowing retaliatory measures.

CENTCOM enforces blockade

Missiles strike tanker headed to Kharg Island

CENTCOM disables unladen oil tanker headed for Iran with Hellfire missiles after it ignores warnings, enforcing its reinstated naval blockade.

Trump:

'Iran will be defeated very soon'

President Trump claims Iran will be defeated soon, criticizes past US leaders for failing to act, and suggests Tehran is eager for a settlement.

US sanctions network accused of procuring weapons for Iran's IRGC

US Treasury sanctions seven individuals and entities in alleged scheme using aviation, transport, financial, and travel channels to support IRGC weapons procurement.

Iran marks popular Israeli journalist as enemy target

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry published an official list of 'hostile elements, of Israeli journalists alongside Iranian opposition activists, including Amit Segal, Yossi Melman, and Raz Zimmt.

In broad daylight:

US begins wave of strikes in Iran

US' CENTCOM announces new wave of strikes against Iran - this time in broad daylight.

IDF soldier jailed five years for contact with Iranian agent

Military court sentences active-duty IDF soldier to five years in prison for communicating with Iranian agent, sending videos of missile interceptions.

Haifa man dies of Iranian missile strike injuries

Michael Katz, 82, who was critically injured by an Iranian missile in Haifa has died of his wounds three months after the injury.

Dozens of targets hit

US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran

CENTCOM completes a seven-hour wave of strikes on Iranian military sites while resuming its naval blockade.

CENTCOM chief:

'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'

CENTCOM Chief Adm. Brad Cooper accuses Iran of intentionally attacking seven ships in seven days, killing or injuring nearly a dozen crew members.

Vows heavy retaliation

Iran warns US naval blockade has shattered deal

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister warns that a renewed US naval blockade has dismantled their peace accord, vowing a non-proportional response that will make Washington regret its actions.

Trump warns:

Infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump warns that US strikes will target Iran's power plants and bridges unless Iranian officials return to the table to negotiate a deal.

Trump drops 20% fee on ships passing through Hormuz

President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to global shipping while imposing a full blockade on Iranian-linked vessels.

Has Ahmadinejad been recruited? If so, he is not the first

Was Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the anti-Israel Iranian president, actually recruited by the Mossad? It remains unclear, but already in the early years of the state there was a mysterious connection with a hostile president.

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Netanyahu warned that Israel will not stand by if attacked. 'Don't count on there being silence if you attack us.'

Yehezkeli warns:

US restraint is emboldening Tehran

Senior commentator Zvi Yehezkeli warns US engaging in 'rounds' of escalation with Iran only emboldens Tehran, urges Washington to hit 'painful' targets.

Third consecutive night

CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites

US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.

Trump:

'Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes'

Speaking from the Oval Office, President Trump comments on Iran strikes, says US forces have crippled Tehran's military and secured the Strait of Hormuz but reiterates a deal is still possible.

Op-ed:

Farewell to a friend of a Free Iran

Lindsey Graham chose to stand with America's allies, with Israel in its darkest hours, with Ukraine in its struggle for sovereignty, and with many Iranians who continue to hope for a free homeland. Op-ed.

Iranian FM mocks Trump:

'We have always been the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz'

Iran's foreign minister sarcastically responded to President Donald Trump's remarks on the Strait of Hormuz, saying Iran has always been its guardian and will be fair in the fee that they will charge for a safe passage.

Watch:

US sea-drone attack in Iran - from the drone angle

US forces successfully struck a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran. This is the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations.

Trump announces:

US is reinstating the Iranian blockade

US President Donald Trump says Iran systematically violates every agreement it reaches, and therefore the US is taking control of the Strait of Hormuz.

UK designates Iran's IRGC as terrorist organization

British government designates Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and two other groups over alleged threats, intimidation, and hostile activity in the UK and Europe.

Fourth time this week

US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran

CENTCOM completes a new wave of precision strikes on Iranian military sites to protect the Strait of Hormuz: “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz."

'War crimes'

Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU

Tehran accuses the US of committing war crimes and breaking the peace agreement with recent strikes, launched in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships.

'Finally went to hell'

Watch: Iranian television celebrates death of Lindsey Graham

Regime media outlets celebrated the death of US Senator who was outspoken about the threat the Islamic Republic poses to the free world. Iran has recently called for Graham's assassination.

Third wave of strikes

US hits 140 Iranian military targets

US forces strike 140 Iranian military targets after an IRGC attack on a container ship, triggering Iranian missile responses across Gulf nations.

Oman's proposal for the Strait of Hormuz

Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi proposes two-corridor solution for Strait of Hormuz; Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi unable to approve it.

Mojtaba Khamenei warns of revenge

In a written statement, Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei promises to avenge his late father's blood, says 'demand of our nation must definitely be carried out soon.'

New ultimatum:

US demands Iran pledge to halt shipping attacks by Saturday

The Trump administration has demanded that Tehran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and pledge to cease firing on commercial ships by Saturday.

Despite US agreement

Satellite images show Iran rebuilding nuclear and missile sites

Exclusive satellite intelligence reported by CNN reveals fresh reconstruction and suspicious vehicle traffic at multiple Iranian nuclear and missile infrastructure locations.

Trump reveals he's left instructions if Iran assassinates him

Trump discloses he has authorized military retaliation against Tehran if they assassinate him: Bomb them like they’ve never seen before.

Report:

IDF freezes 'sensitive' Lebanon moves at US request

Kan 11 News reports that at US request, Israel has frozen sensitive military operations in southern Lebanon to avoid expansion of the Iran conflict.

'Cease Fire is OVER!'

Trump claims Iran wants talks despite growing escalation

President Trump declares the ceasefire over but claims Iran asked to continue talks, while Iranian officials deny reports of an upcoming Swiss summit.

Analysis:

Why seizing Kharg Island would be a strategic mistake

What would actually be gained by occupying Kharg Island? What would the costs be? Can the operation's objective be realized without an invasion?

WSJ report:

Israel alerted US to fresh Iranian plot to assassinate Trump

Israeli intelligence shared new findings with Washington alleging an Iranian plan to kill President Trump, according to an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.

'On immediate takeoff alert'

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

At the Air Force pilots graduation, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reviewed wartime achievements, October 7 lessons and warned Israel is ready to act.