Roaring Lion

Near diplomatic crisis

IDF strikes just miss Lebanese troops

An out-of-control Israeli robotic APC prompts airstrikes that mistakenly targeted a Lebanese Army vehicle; no injuries were reported, IDF investigates.

'The nice way or the not nice way'

Trump weighs next move against Iran

President Trump says the US must decide how to secure victory over Iran, declines to provide details on Hegseth's meetings in Israel.

Southern Lebanon

Over 540 terrorist infrastructure sites destroyed

IDF soldiers operating in the southern Lebanon security zone in recent weeks destroyed more than 540 terrorist infrastructure sites and located more than 150 weapons.

Secret transcripts expose Netanyahu's clashes with top brass

Newly revealed war cabinet transcripts expose explosive disagreements between Netanyahu and Israel's security chiefs over Gaza, Hezbollah, Syria, and decisions that shaped the course of the war.

Iran's President:

'We're ready for dialogue but won't bow to coercion'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian denies seeking nuclear weapons and offers dialogue as Trump warns of possible new US strikes against Iran.

CENTCOM denies Iran claims on Hormuz, ship sinking, US deaths

US Central Command disputes Iranian claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz, the sinking of a Singapore-flagged ship and hundreds of American military deaths.

Israel on high alert:

Fears of pre-election escalation

Israel is monitoring Iranian missile tests and regional threats amid fears that a miscalculation could trigger a wider conflict ahead of elections in Israel and the US.

Bound for Attacks on IDF

Hezbollah admits ownership of Lebanese-seized explosives

Hezbollah admits explosives seized in Lebanon belonged to the group, claiming they were intended for attacks on Israeli forces and demanding their return.

Despite talks

Iran's parliament speaker calls for war readiness

Iran's parliament speaker urges military readiness despite US negotiations, as Trump threatens further action and Tehran demands concessions over the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump:

'If Iran had a nuclear weapon, they would use it within 24 hours'

President Trump predicts the Iran war will end soon, claims Tehran would use nuclear weapons if it had them, and suggests further US military action remains possible.

Targeted navy ships

Watch: US forces destroy Iranian surveillance vessel

CENTCOM says US forces destroyed an Iranian-linked vessel targeting American warships in the Gulf of Oman, as Washington continues enforcing its naval blockade.

CENTCOM rejects Iran's claims

'US forces help ship 19 million barrels of oil'

CENTCOM rejects Iran's claim of control over the Strait of Hormuz, saying US forces helped transport 19 million barrels of oil and continue enforcing a naval blockade.

Trump warns Iran:

'Wait till you see what we do'

President Trump issues a new warning to Iran at a rally in Alaska, threatening further US action: We’ve had it.

Iran preparing response

'US must honor commitments'

Iran says it is finalizing its response to the US through mediators, accusing Washington of failing to honor commitments as talks over the Strait of Hormuz stall.

'War will end soon'

Trump: Midterm elections won't affect Iran policy

President Trump says the midterm elections will not change his Iran policy, predicts the war will end soon, and criticizes Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Hundreds of meters long

Watch: Hezbollah tunnels destroyed in southern Lebanon

Inside the tunnels, the troops found hideouts and weapons, including Kalashnikov rifles, a machine gun, and anti-tank missiles.

Iran:

'US response is insufficient'

Iran says the US response to its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz is insufficient, as indirect negotiations continue through Qatar.

US disables cargo ship attempting to breach Iran naval blockade

CENTCOM says a US fighter jet disabled a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored warnings and attempted to breach the naval blockade against Iran.

Trump:

'We stopped Iran from nukes, 18 men did not die in vain'

President Trump honors 18 US servicemembers killed in the Iran war, saying their sacrifice helped prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Report: US pressured Israel to strike Iran before elections

Trump administration urged Israel to launch a strike against Iran amid concerns over Tehran's military buildup, asking Israel to bear political risks ahead of elections, journalist Ben Caspit reports.

Trump:

'War with Iran will be over soon, one way or another'

President Trump says the war with Iran will end soon, either through diplomacy or military action, as the Pentagon prepares possible strikes on Iranian targets.

Operated on behalf of Iran

IDF strikes terrorist behind attacks in southern Syria

The IDF says it targeted Yusuf Ali Al-Hassoun, an Iranian-directed terrorist who planned drone and rocket attacks against Israeli soldiers in southern Syria.

US sanctions 17 vessels in crackdown on Iran's shadow oil fleet

The US Treasury sanctions 17 vessels and networks transporting Iranian oil, aiming to cut Tehran's revenue and intensify pressure for a peace agreement.

Iran's nuclear chief:

'We will not abandon uranium enrichment'

Iran's nuclear chief Mohammad Eslami rejects US demands to curb uranium enrichment, insisting Tehran will neither halt enrichment nor surrender its uranium.

Report:

US prepares major Iran strike plans

The New York Times reports that the Pentagon is preparing a three-day military campaign against Iran as three US aircraft carriers head to the Middle East, though Trump is reluctant to strike.

Meir Ben-Shabbat:

Israel must prepare for copycat aviation attacks

Former National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat warns of potential copycat attacks following the Flydubai hijacking attempt, urges Israel to maintain military pressure on Hamas to thwart kidnapping plots.

Report: Pentagon orders preparations for renewed war with Iran

Pentagon instructed US Central Command to complete preparations for renewed military operations against Iran, potentually before Israel's elections, report says.

Even before midterms

Report: Trump weighs new strikes on Iran

The White House has asked the Pentagon for options to strike Iran before the midterms as Trump seeks progress in the war and lower gas prices, according to The Atlantic.

Vance:

'Iran must make meaningful nuclear concessions to end war'

US Vice President says Iran must significantly reduce its nuclear enrichment capacity for a deal to end the war.

Satellite images reveal:

Iran has resumed activity at nuclear site struck by Israel

Recent satellite images indicate a major resumption of activity at Minzadei, a nuclear weapons development site in Iran that was struck by Israel.

Trump:

'Iran war will end pretty soon, you’ll find out how'

President Trump predicts the Iran war will end “pretty soon", adding: “They’re not a bully anymore."

US Treasury to foreign banks:

Iran ties could bring sanctions without notice

The US Treasury warns foreign financial institutions doing business with Iran that they could face sanctions without advance notice and lose access to US banking.

US redirects 130th vessel enforcing naval blockade against Iran

US Central Command says forces have redirected 130 vessels enforcing the naval blockade against Iran and disabled three ships that refused to comply.

Trump:

'US defeating Iran, war will end very quickly'

President Trump says the US is defeating Iran and predicts the war will end quickly, reiterating that Iran will not be allowed to have nuclear weapons.

Iran official mocks Trump

'Worst president in American history'

Iranian security official Mohsen Rezaei mocks Trump as the US weighs renewed strikes on Iran.

Pressure campaign

US sanctions Iran’s major auto and rail firms

The Trump administration sanctions Iran’s largest automakers, railway firms and foreign suppliers as Washington seeks to restrict Tehran’s revenue and weapons capabilities.

Amid Iran war concerns

US sends Patriot batteries to Saudi Arabia, Qatar

Axios reports the US has deployed Patriot batteries to protect energy facilities in Saudi Arabia and Qatar as Washington strengthens its military presence amid Iran war concerns.

Trump: Iran 'ready to fold up'

President Trump again predicts the war with Iran could end after November’s midterm elections: They were three to four weeks away from a nuclear weapon.

Trump:

'The Iran war will end soon, one way or another'

President Trump tells reporters the US will soon have to decide whether to strike Iran or reach a deal.

Iran receives US response to proposal to revive Gulf ceasefire

Iran says it received Washington’s response to its latest proposal to revive the Gulf ceasefire, as negotiations remain deadlocked and tensions persist.

Report:

The intel Netanyahu revealed to the UAE

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly shares fresh Israeli intelligence on Iran's renewed nuclear advances during secret Abu Dhabi talks.

Report:

US-Iran talks deadlocked as Qatar mediation efforts stall

Qatar’s efforts to bridge differences between the US and Iran have stalled, with both sides holding firm as concerns grow over renewed military conflict, according to Axios.

Trump:

'Iran is doing very poorly and will eventually give up'

President Trump says Iran is struggling and will eventually “give up," while insisting Tehran cannot be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.

Trump rejects Axios report: I offered nothing to Iran

President Trump rejects an Axios report that he offered Iran sanctions relief and frozen funds, insisting, “I offered them NOTHING!"

Trump on Iran:

'I stopped them from having a nuclear weapon'

Trump says the Iran war will end “very soon" with a US victory, warning of the global consequences of a nuclear-armed Iran: Israel would be wiped out, there would be no Middle East

'Pretty cynical attempt'

US envoy Waltz dismisses Iran ceasefire proposal

US envoy to the UN calls Iran’s seven-day ceasefire proposal a “pretty cynical attempt" to win sanctions relief and access frozen funds.

Previously undisclosed

Report: Eight US Marines injured in Iranian missile attack

NBC News reports that eight US Marines suffered injuries including smoke inhalation and concussion symptoms in Iranian missile attack in Hormuz.

Trump:

'We’re going to win this war very soon'

Trump tells Fox News the US will win the war with Iran soon as Washington and Tehran remain divided over nuclear concessions, Hormuz and a potential deal.

Iran warns US of 'doomsday war'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi tells NBC that Tehran is prepared for a 'doomsday war' with the US but remains willing to pursue diplomacy.

Despite rejecting latest deal

Trump expects more talks with Iran this week

Trump expects fresh negotiations with Iran this week despite rejecting Tehran's proposal, while keeping the possibility of further military strikes open.

Trump rejects Iranian ceasefire proposal

Trump rejects Tehran’s seven-day ceasefire plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran insists Washington must meet its conditions before nuclear talks can resume.

Iran:

'No nuclear concessions even if US agrees to reopen Strait'

Senior Iranian official says Tehran will not compromise on its nuclear program even if the US accepts Iran’s conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pezeshkian:

Iran willing to revive US deal before November midterms

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran wants to revive a US deal before November’s midterms as negotiators discuss a phased end to the war.

Senate narrowly rejects measure limiting Iran military action

The Senate votes 50-49 against a Democratic measure that would have required congressional authorization for further US military action in Iran.

‘Fingers are on the trigger’

US, Iran eye phased deal as Tehran warns:

US and Iranian negotiators reportedly explore a phased deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for easing Washington’s economic blockade.

Bessent:

'Not sure how Iranian UN delegation will return home'

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says US sanctions have shut down most Iranian international flights: We are squeezing the Iranians like they've never seen.

Iran threatens 'crushing' strikes after Trump UN speech

Iran’s military warns of “crushing" strikes against the US and Israel after Trump’s UN speech and threat to strike Pickaxe Mountain.

Trump warns:

'We may have to blow up Pickaxe Mountain'

President Trump says that the US could “blow up" Pickaxe Mountain near Natanz if Iran resumes nuclear activity at the site.

Report:

Iran's offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Senior Iranian official says Tehran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if Washington eases military pressure and its blockade of Iranian ports.

Trump holds Iran meetings

'They’re not gonna have a nuclear weapon'

President Trump says he will hold meetings on Iran as Tehran warns the war is not over and vows to change its weapons, tactics and targets.