Roaring Lion

Iran's plan to drag out war until end of Trump era

A senior adviser to the commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Iran could prolong the war until President Trump leaves the White House.

Iranian mayor reveals how missile strike wounded Mojtaba Khamenei

Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani says a missile killed Mojtaba Khamenei's wife and wounded him, as he remained focused on prayer while medics treated his injuries.

'We will not withdraw':

Katz's order to the IDF in Lebanon

Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to prepare for a long-term stay in Lebanon, saying Israel will not withdraw from its security zones in Lebanon, Syria, or Gaza.

Iran: No talks with US on extending ceasefire

As 60-day ceasefire period nears its end, Tehran says it does not recognize an official start date and accuses Washington of violating the agreement.

Senior US official: Progress made in Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome

Israeli, Lebanese, delegations agreed on operational standards, verification mechanisms aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah's presence, US State Department source says.

Tehran demands US meet conditions before Hormuz is reopened

Iran’s new national security chief Mohsen Rezaei states the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Washington meets Tehran’s demands and ends regional hostilities.

Trump:

'I’m the last person to trust Iran, they’ve lied constantly'

President Trump rejects assertions he trusts Iran, claims total US control of Strait of Hormuz.

US military strikes ship attempting to break Iran naval blockade

US Navy helicopter fires Hellfire missiles at a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after its crew ignores warnings and attempts to enter Iran.

Israel unveils plans for next generation of attack drones

New Defense Ministry contract to fund development of low-cost autonomous strike drones intended for widespread deployment across IDF frontline units.

Iran rejects US sanctions

'Harm chances for Middle East diplomacy'

Iran rejects new US sanctions targeting its shadow banking network, warning Washington's pressure campaign undermines potential diplomatic solutions.

Second consecutive day

Houthis strike Yemeni city of Mocha

Houthi rebels fire ballistic missiles at Mocha for a second straight day, targeting Saudi troops and arms depots with drones and projectiles.

'You’ll find out'

Trump teases escalation option with Iran

President Trump warns that military options remain open, rejects Iran's reparations demands, and declares US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran: Strait of Hormuz won't reopen until US pays price

Tehran says Washington must end its military pressure and compensate Iran before the crucial shipping lane can be considered open again.

Israel demands answers on Ron Arad, missing Jews in Lebanon talks

Lebanese media say Israel used latest round of negotiations to press for answers on Ron Arad and other Jews missing since Lebanon's civil war.

Lebanese report rules out September negotiations with Israel

Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese network report indicates no Israel-Lebanon talks are scheduled for next month, following disagreements over pilot zones and border security.

Iran’s President meets Khamenei amid health rumors

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian reportedly meets Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to discuss the military and domestic situation amid rumors regarding Khamenei's health.

Report:

Trump eyeing way out of Iran war without nuclear agreement

WSJ reports Trump could declare victory without a nuclear deal if Iran fully reopens the Strait of Hormuz and its nuclear threat remains contained.

'No 'Fatahstan' nor 'Hamastan''

Netanyahu rejects Trump's Board of Peace 15-point plan

Netanyahu rejects Board of Peace 15-point Gaza proposal, vows no IDF withdrawal before Hamas disarmament, and rules out a Palestinian state.

Strait of Hormuz

Iran outlines strict conditions to restore shipping lanes

Iran outlines strict demands - including an end to the US blockade, sanctions relief, and war reparations - as conditions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pentagon orders defense firms to replenish depleted arsenals

The Pentagon has given defense contractors 21 days to submit plans for accelerating weapons production as conflict with Iran severely drains US missile stockpiles.

CENTCOM chief arrives in Israel for high-level security talks

US Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper lands in Israel for meetings with IDF leaders, with Gaza and regional security expected to top the agenda.

Six months into Iran war

Cruz urges Trump to arm protesters to trigger regime collapse

In an interview, Senator Ted Cruz urges the US to arm anti-government protesters to induce regime collapse in Iran, highlighting growing GOP divides over the six-month war.

Report:

Lebanon, Israel select nations to monitor Hezbollah disarmament

Lebanon and Israel reportedly agree on candidate countries to monitor Hezbollah's disarmament, leaving the United States to select the final verification forces.

US official reports progress in Strait of Hormuz accord

US official confirms progress in Oman-Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, noting Washington will lift its blockade once a deal is finalized.

Report:

IDF concealed Hezbollah drone strike which violated ceasefire

Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at IDF troops in southern Lebanon in a ceasefire violation, which Israel's military chose not to publicize. IDF: We will not publish any information that could jeopardize our forces.

Iran reportedly receives 300 anti-aircraft missiles

Arabic-language report claims Iran received about 300 advanced shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missiles from Russia and China, bolstering air defenses following the recent conflict.

Explosive drones: The new terror threat Israel is racing to stop

New report says Israel's defense establishment increasingly worried terrorists could launch explosive drones from Israeli cities.

Report: Fears grow over Mojtaba Khamenei's condition

Iranian opposition sources claim Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen by government ministers since February's attack on his compound.

Trump orders inquiries over media reports on US munitions

President Donald Trump orders fresh leak probes into Pentagon weapon disclosures following reports of depleted stockpiles.

Amid reports of shortages

Trump acknowledges 'tighter' supply of select missiles

President Trump acknowledges tighter supplies of top-tier weapons during the Iran war while insisting overall US stockpiles remain vast and sufficient.

Report:

Oman and Iran reach framework to temporarily reopen Hormuz

Oman and Iran have reached a framework agreement to temporarily reopen the Strait of Hormuz, establishing split shipping lanes to resume commercial traffic.

'War will end pretty soon'

Trump expresses optimism on Iran deal

President Trump predicts the war with Iran will end soon, stating that negotiations are going well and a deal to secure the Strait of Hormuz could be near.

Father parts from son:

'We felt that something bad was happening'

Thousands pay final respects to Chief Master Sergeant (Res.) Tamir Vaknin, after he was killed during combat in southern Lebanon.

Heads roll in Mossad after failed Iran regime change

Channel 12 reports Mossad chief Roman Gofman dismissed two senior officials involved in a plan to bring down Iran's regime that was not implemented.

Indictment: Ashkelon couple spied for Iran in exchange for crypto

Two Ashkelon residents charged with carrying out surveillance missions across Israel for Iranian handler, photographing military-related sites and receiving cryptocurrency.

Report: US begins removing refueling aircraft from Ben Gurion

US Air Force reportedly begins relocating some of its aerial refueling aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport, following pressure to ease congestion ahead of one of the busiest travel months since October 7.

Israel doubles defense-tech orders amid wartime buildup

Defense Ministry doubles orders to Israeli defense-tech startups, investing nearly $330 million as it races to develop the 'next surprises' for the battlefield.

IDF:

Hezbollah built thousands of terror sites in Lebanese villages

New IDF findings reveal thousands of Hezbollah military sites embedded inside civilian villages, exposing years-long effort to turn southern Lebanon into fortified terror zone.

Cleared for publication:

Reservists Harel Birenstock and Tamir Vaknin fell in Lebanon

Major (Res.) Harel Birenstock, 34, and Chief Master Sergeant (Res.) Tamir Vaknin, 33, fell during combat in southern Lebanon. Four reservists severely injured in the same incident.

Report:

Trump clashed with Hegseth over missile shortages

The Washington Post reports that tensions flared at Camp David as President Trump confronted War Secretary Hegseth over depleted US missile stockpiles constraining options against Iran.

Tanker and crew safe following explosions in Strait of Hormuz

UKMTO reports two explosions near a tanker off Oman’s Kumzar coast, marking the third maritime safety incident in the Strait of Hormuz within four days.

Trump:

'I would rather make a deal, I don’t want to kill people'

Speaking in Nevada, President Trump states the US is heavily striking Iran while reiterating his preference for a deal to prevent it acquiring nuclear arms.

Iran to Hamas: We'll back whatever you decide on Gaza

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks to Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, promising to support any decision the terrorist group makes in negotiations over Gaza's future.

Revealed: Inside Hezbollah's underground terror network

IDF releases footage of troops destroying Hezbollah tunnel, uncovering a hidden weapons stockpile.

Report: New Lebanon proposal emerges in Israel negotiations

Lebanon presents new pilot initiative during talks with Israel in Rome, focusing on two symbolic towns near the border that remain largely displaced.

Report:

Iran war drained US THAAD and Patriot missile stocks

CNN reports nearly 80% of US THAAD missiles and half of Patriot interceptors have been used in the Iran war, raising stockpile concerns.

Trump warns Iran:

'Either they open the Strait or they will get hit very hard'

President Trump tells Fox News the US is holding “good discussions" with Iran, reiterates he will launch major strikes if Tehran fails to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Report:

US faces missile shortfall after Iran war drained stockpiles

Reuters reports US stocks of ATACMS and PrSM missiles are nearly depleted after five months of war with Iran, raising concerns over future conflicts.

Watch:

US F-22 refuels over the Middle East

CENTCOM publishes footage of a U.S. Air Force F-22 stealth fighter receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker while in the skies over the Middle East.

Rubio

'Progress made on opening Strait of Hormuz, nothing final yet'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the immediate focus is ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that the ultimate objective remains preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Pakistan pursues quiet diplomacy to ease US-Iran tensions

Senior Pakistani official confirms Islamabad is pursuing behind-the-scenes diplomacy with Washington and Tehran to de-escalate regional tensions.

Report:

IRGC strikes US base in Kuwait with drones

Iran's IRGC reportedly launches drone attack targeting a US military base in Kuwait, causing explosions and fires, though US confirmation remains pending.

Cargo vessel struck off Oman coast amid US-Iran tensions

Cargo ship hit off Oman, the second such incident in as many days.

Trump

'I want to give Iran every chance before decapitation'

US President said he is prepared to authorize a large-scale military strike against Iran but stressed that he would rather avoid such an operation.

Iran shuts down reports of US negotiations

Tehran denies plans for any talks with US officials, saying there will be no major change in the Strait of Hormuz as long as tensions with Washington persist.

Report: Israel draws red line ahead of Lebanon talks

Lebanon expected to push for ceasefire in Rome talks, as Israel warns it will seize key Hezbollah military compound if terror group won't vacate.

Riyadh pushes for calm

MBS urges Trump toward diplomatic solutions

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman calls President Donald Trump to urge diplomatic solutions and de-escalation to prevent broader regional instability.

Iranian President:

'US must be compelled to honor MoU'

President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran must force the US to abide by its signed peace MoU, calling the accord central to future security.

After Trump announces talks

Explosion reported near tanker off Oman

A tanker off Oman reports a nearby explosion with no damage or injuries, occurring just after President Trump announced US-Iran talks would resume.

Trump:

'The talks with Iran will resume tomorrow'

President Trump announces US-Iran talks will resume on Monday after Middle Eastern allies persuade him to hold off on a massive attack to pursue a diplomatic deal.