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Donald Trump:

We have to make a deal, otherwise it's going to be very traumatic

US President Donald Trump says that Iran must make a deal, 'otherwise it's going to be very traumatic. They should have made a deal the first time, then they got Midnight Hammer instead.'

We have to make a deal, otherwise it's going to be very traumatic

Unexploded bombs found at Iranian nuclear facility

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says IAEA must reach agreement with his country on protocols for visits to nuclear sites struck by US.

Unexploded bombs found at Iranian nuclear facility

Satellite images show:

Iran building roofs over bombed nuclear sites

Associated Press report: Satellite images show Iran built roofs over bombed nuclear sites at Natanz and Isfahan to obscure salvage efforts.

Iran building roofs over bombed nuclear sites

President Trump:

'Iran shoots protesters and continues experiments with nukes'

The U.S. president addressed the possibility of military action against Iran and said his threats to the Tehran regime prevented executions of protesters.

'Iran shoots protesters and continues experiments with nukes'

Ahead of US visit:

PM's Office posts video of Netanyahu and Trump in B-2 bomber

Marking six months since war with Iran, Prime Minister's Press Office posts AI-generated video to Instagram showing the two leaders in the cockpit of a B-2 bomber with the caption 'On our victory lap.'

PM's Office posts video of Netanyahu and Trump in B-2 bomber

Trump:

'Mideast peace achieved after strikes on Iran’s nuclear program'

US President says peace in the Middle East was made possible by US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, adds 59 nations support stability efforts in Gaza and beyond.

'Mideast peace achieved after strikes on Iran’s nuclear program'

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.

Iran demands UN sanctions on US over strikes on nuclear sites

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.

Goal is to topple Iranian regime by 2029

IAEA:

Iran’s uranium stockpile survived US-Israeli bombing

Despite heavy US-Israeli strikes, Iran retains most of its enriched uranium, says IAEA chief Rafael Grossi.

Iran’s uranium stockpile survived US-Israeli bombing

Statistics Behind U.S. Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Infrastructure

“Sentences will be consigned to museums if the emptiness in writing persists.” - Bataille, On Nietzsche

Statistics Behind U.S. Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Infrastructure

Trump warns Iran:

'Renewing nukes will be addressed promptly'

US President warns Iran against restarting its nuclear weapons program, saying the US would respond “promptly” if Tehran makes that decision.

'Renewing nukes will be addressed promptly'

Nuclear experts

'Iran has no identifiable route to produce weapon-grade uranium'

Institute for Science and International Security report finds that 'for the first time in over 15 years, Iran has no identifiable route to produce weapon-grade uranium in its centrifuge plants.'

'Iran has no identifiable route to produce weapon-grade uranium'

Hegseth fires general over Iran strike assessment

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fires general whose agency's intelligence report contradicted Trump and Netanyahu's assessment of the Iran nuclear strikes.

Hegseth fires general over Iran strike assessment

Top Iranian general:

'Another war with Israel or US may be coming'

Top Iranian general Yahya Rahim Safavi declares the ceasefire with Israel and the US is only a phase in a wider war, warning of future conflict.

'Another war with Israel or US may be coming'

Satellite images reveal:

Renewed Iranian nuclear work at Isfahan and Fordow

Satellite images show Iran has reopened a blocked tunnel at its Isfahan nuclear complex, with signs of new construction at Fordow. Expert David Albright warns the regime may be preparing to quickly restore key underground nuclear capabilities.

Renewed Iranian nuclear work at Isfahan and Fordow

Trump demands CNN apology over Iran nuclear strike report

President Trump calls on CNN to apologize after Iran’s foreign minister admitted US airstrikes caused “very severe” damage to its nuclear sites - contradicting CNN’s report that strikes had minimal impact.

Trump demands CNN apology over Iran nuclear strike report

Friedman to Arutz Sheva:

Trump, Netanyahu bet legacy on Iran strike, and it paid off

Former US Ambassador David Friedman tells Arutz Sheva that Israel must take the lead on sovereignty, praises Trump’s bold stance on Iran, Gaza, and the Abraham Accords.

Trump, Netanyahu bet legacy on Iran strike, and it paid off

Bahraini Crown Prince:

Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

In White House talks, President Trump and Bahrain’s Crown Prince discuss reduced regional tensions and Iran's nuclear ambitions.

Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

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'

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

Brand Israel Founder:

'Trump did the right thing - punishing even the intent to attack'

Ido Aharoni, veteran of Israel's Foreign Service & founder of the Brand Israel Program, praised President Trump for adopting the same principles as Israel in attacking Iran during an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City.

'Trump did the right thing - punishing even the intent to attack'

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'

Netanyahu to Hegseth:

Israel-US cooperation 'like the roar of two lions'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and US Defense Secretary Hegseth reaffirm strong military ties, discuss joint operations, and emphasize peace through strength in a meeting at the Pentagon.

Israel-US cooperation 'like the roar of two lions'

Extraordinary gesture

Watch: Netanyahu presents Trump with a 'B-2 mezuzah'

Before his meeting with Trump, Prime Minister Netanyahu gifted a mezuzah shaped like a B-2 bomber - highly symbolic in light of the recent American strike on Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility.

Watch: Netanyahu presents Trump with a 'B-2 mezuzah'

French intel chief:

Iran's nuclear program 'very, very delayed' by US-Israeli strikes

France's foreign intelligence chief, Nicolas Lerner, confirms US and Israeli strikes "very, very delayed" Iran's nuclear program by "various months," seriously affecting every stage from enrichment to warhead design.

Iran's nuclear program 'very, very delayed' by US-Israeli strikes

Tucker Carlson:

'I interviewed the president of Iran - here's why'

'We were just at war with Iran ten days ago, and may be again. Our view is that American citizens have the Constitutional and God-given right to know as much about what is being done with their money and in their name as they can.'

'I interviewed the president of Iran - here's why'

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

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

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

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

Following success against Iran:

Amb. Huckabee gives thanks at the Western Wall

US Ambassador Mike Huckabee visits Western Wall ahead of Independence Day, offers prayers for Israel and President Trump, and receives letter of gratitude from site’s rabbi.

Amb. Huckabee gives thanks at the Western Wall

Trump: I thought Iran would join the Abraham Accords

US President Trump says more nations seek to join Abraham Accords after Iran strike, reiterates that Iran did not remove uranium from Fordow.

Trump: I thought Iran would join the Abraham Accords

Condoleezza Rice:

US strikes in Iran 'bolstered America's credibility 'globally'

Former U.S. Secretary of State praises Operation Midnight Hammer, the American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites. 'We've had 46 years of the Iranians destabilizing the region... they don't want peace.'

US strikes in Iran 'bolstered America's credibility 'globally'

IAEA chief:

'Iran months away from uranium production despite strikes'

UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi reveals that Iran could resume enriched uranium production "in a matter of months," despite extensive damage from recent US and Israeli strikes.

'Iran months away from uranium production despite strikes'

Satellite images show:

Iran repairing Fordow nuclear site post-strikes

New satellite images from Maxar Technologies reveal Iran has initiated repair efforts at its Fordow nuclear facility, targeted last week by US airstrikes. Excavators and bulldozers are visible near bomb craters, suggesting immediate attempts to restore access and assess damage.

Iran repairing Fordow nuclear site post-strikes

Trump:

'I saved Khamenei from a very ugly death'

In a post on Truth Social, President Trump slams Iran's Supreme Leader for claiming victory over Israel, stating he saved Khamenei’s life and halted a massive Israeli attack on Tehran. Trump also reveals he ceased working on Iran sanctions relief after Khamenei's "lie".

'I saved Khamenei from a very ugly death'

Trump:

'I would absolutely consider bombing Iran nuclear sites again'

President Trump declares he'd "absolutely" consider bombing Iranian nuclear sites again if intelligence dictated, but adds he believes Iran is "exhausted" and not focused on nuclear pursuits.

'I would absolutely consider bombing Iran nuclear sites again'

After US strikes

Macron cautions against Iran NPT exit

Following US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, French President Emmanuel Macron declares the strikes "genuinely effective" but warns that Iran's potential withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) would be the "worst-case scenario.

Macron cautions against Iran NPT exit

IAEA:

Iran's Fordow centrifuges 'no longer operational'

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi confirms "considerable damage" to Iran's Fordow enrichment plant, stating centrifuges are "no longer operational" after recent strikes.

Iran's Fordow centrifuges 'no longer operational'

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirms "serious" damage to the country's nuclear sites following a 12-day conflict with Israel. Araghchi also firmly denies any speculation about resuming nuclear negotiations with the United States.

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Report:

Netanyahu hopes to celebrate Iran op. success at White House

Israeli PM hopes to meet President Trump at the White House so the 2 leaders can celebrate the success of the recent operations in Iran together, Axios reports

Netanyahu hopes to celebrate Iran op. success at White House

New details on the US strike on Iran's nuclear sites

Gen. Caine reveals record-breaking missile defense operation at Al-Udeid; Hegseth slams media for downplaying success.

New details on the US strike on Iran's nuclear sites

Boasting of 'victory':

Khamenei claims US joined war out of fear

After a week of silence, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei declares 'victory' over Israel, says US intervened only to prevent Israel’s destruction and 'gained nothing' from the war.

Khamenei claims US joined war out of fear

Trump demands CNN fire reporter over Iran strike report

President Donald Trump calls for CNN's Natasha Bertrand to be fired, accusing her of "Fake News" for reporting a US intelligence assessment suggesting Iran strikes only set back its nuclear program by months.

Trump demands CNN fire reporter over Iran strike report

Trump announces Pentagon briefing to debunk Iran strike reports

President Trump announces that Defense Secretary Hegseth will reveal new intel countering "fake news" reports downplaying US strikes on Iran: The News Conference will prove both interesting and irrefutable.

Trump announces Pentagon briefing to debunk Iran strike reports

CIA Director:

'Iran's nuclear program has been severely damaged'

CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirms Iran's nuclear program was severely damaged by recent strikes, stating credible intelligence indicates key facilities were destroyed and would take years to rebuild.

'Iran's nuclear program has been severely damaged'

Tulsi Gabbard:

'It will take Iran years to rebuild destroyed nuclear sites'

US Director of National Intelligence criticizes the leaks that attempt to downplay the success of the American airstrikes on Iran's nuclear weapons program.

'It will take Iran years to rebuild destroyed nuclear sites'

Report:

Iranian leaders misinformed on scale of nuclear site destruction

Intercepts suggest Tehran unaware of full impact; Israel calls strike results 'very significant.'

Iranian leaders misinformed on scale of nuclear site destruction

Trump:

'Israel had 52 planes in the air after Iranian missile attack'

US President says at NATO summit that he does not believe Iran was able to move material to a safer location prior to the American airstrikes on its nuclear facilities.

'Israel had 52 planes in the air after Iranian missile attack'

Trump reiterates:

'The nuclear sites in Iran are completely destroyed!'

US President refutes CNN and NYT reports claiming US strikes failed to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities: An attempt to demean one of the most successful military strikes in history.

'The nuclear sites in Iran are completely destroyed!'

IAEA chief:

'Iran's nuclear capabilities have been significantly set back'

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi tells Fox News that Iran's nuclear program has been "significantly" set back, a "night and day" difference from before June 13.

'Iran's nuclear capabilities have been significantly set back'

Senator Graham:

'Trump's Iran strikes will live in history'

In a speech on the Senate floor, Senator Lindsey Graham lauds President Trump's "brilliant" strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. He emphasizes the global threat of a nuclear-armed Iran, citing their "Death to America" chants and past attacks on Americans.

'Trump's Iran strikes will live in history'

Iran strikes:

Reports: US intel suggests limited setback, not 'obliteration'

US intelligence indicates strikes on Iran's nuclear sites caused only months-long setbacks, not "total obliteration", according to CNN and The New York Times. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt: This alleged "assessment" is flat-out wrong.

Reports: US intel suggests limited setback, not 'obliteration'

US envoy engages Iran despite strikes, Khamenei remains elusive

CNN reports that US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is engaging Iranian officials for a diplomatic resolution post-nuclear facility strikes, but efforts are hindered by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's hidden status.

US envoy engages Iran despite strikes, Khamenei remains elusive

Trump:

No casualties in Iran's attack, Iran got it out of their 'system'

Following Iranian missile attack on US bases in Qatar, President Trump 'thanks' Iran for giving early notice of the attack, enabling the US to ensure no one would be harmed.

No casualties in Iran's attack, Iran got it out of their 'system'

Qatar condemns Iranian attack on US base, vows response

Foreign Ministry says Iran’s missile strike is a 'brazen aggression' and warns of regional instability as all projectiles are intercepted without casualties.

Qatar condemns Iranian attack on US base, vows response

Trump:

'Did I hear Russian ex-prez threaten to give nukes to Iran?'

US President reacts to former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's threat that Russia or other nations will give nuclear weapons to Iran. 'Shouldn't treat the 'N-Word' so casually.'

'Did I hear Russian ex-prez threaten to give nukes to Iran?'

Iran launches attack on US base in Qatar

Iran launched at least ten missiles at US bases in Qatar and Iraq in retaliation to strike on its nuclear sites. Qatar was notified about the attack ahead of time.

Iran launches attack on US base in Qatar

Concern Iran could retaliate against US in next 2 days

According to US officials, Iran may act against American forces in the region within 48 hours, despite diplomatic efforts to prevent an escalation between Iran and the US.

Concern Iran could retaliate against US in next 2 days

Report:

Search for Khamenei successor picks up amid assassination fears

A committee of three senior clerics who are supposed to announce Khamenei's successor "has accelerated its work in recent days, fearing an imminent assassination attempt on his life," Reuters reports.

Search for Khamenei successor picks up amid assassination fears