Epic Fury

Epic Fury or confusing delay for diplomacy?

The West imagines that painful compromise is a sign of a mature civilization. The rejectionist imagination sees compromise as shameful surrender. Opinion.

More details emerge as Iran-US deal nears

Iran-US deal reportedly includes permanent ceasefire, withdrawal of US forces stationed near Iran, and a complete halt to Israel's anti-terror operations in Lebanon and withdrawal of IDF forces from the area.

Trump calls off strikes on Iran, says regime agreed to deal

President Donald Trump says Iran has approved a deal to end the war, prompting the cancellation of planned US strikes.

Trump vows US will seize Iran’s key oil hub

President Donald Trump says the US will seize Kharg Island and other Iranian energy assets while warning of more military strikes.

Iran denounces US ceasefire violations

Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Thursday accused the United States of violating the ceasefire agreement, warning that Washington would bear responsibility for any consequences of the escalation.

Amb Huckabee

'Things may get spicy in the Middle East soon'

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee hints at President Trump's announcement that strikes on Iran will resume soon.

Trump

'We'll hit Iran hard again today'

US President says America will continue striking Iran following the shooting down of an Apache helicopter, says Iran is 'playing us for suckers.'

Trump: Iran took too long negotiating a deal

US President Donald Trump says Iranian military 'a complete and total mess,' promises IRGC will 'have to pay the price' for dragging out negotiations.

US Navy strikes tanker violating Iran blockade

CENTCOM said a US Navy fighter disabled an oil tanker after its crew ignored orders and continued sailing toward Iran.

Trump:

We'll destroy Iran's uranium with or without a deal

President Donald Trump said a future agreement would see the US eliminate Iran's enriched uranium and prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Iran demands billions of dollars for agreement with USA

Mohsen Rezaei, the senior military adviser to Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, told CNN that the release of frozen Iranian assets is a condition for an agreement with the United States.

US strikes Iran, missiles launched towards Gulf states

US CENTCOM says it attacked radar stations in Strait of Hormuz; Iran responds with fire.

Rubio to Congress

'Consequences to action were known, Iranian nuke would be worse'

US Secretary of State praises Israel's restraint in the face of Hezbollah ceasefire violations and attacks, defends Iran war, in address to Congress.

Iran official: We see ourselves as allies of Lebanon

Iran signals support for Hezbollah after US strikes in Iran and Israeli strikes in Lebanon, warning that it will not hesitate to 'aid Lebanon' against Israel.

Report:

Iran reopens 50 bomb-damaged missile tunnels

Iran has bypassed US and Israeli air strikes by using low-tech equipment to unblock its missile tunnels, according to a CNN report.

Iranian official: No agreement until rights guaranteed

Iranian Parliament Speaker says 'no faith' in US promises, emphasizes Iran 'won't approve any agreement until the people’s rights are guaranteed.'

Report: Chinese missile shot down U.S. plane

NBC reported that Iran used a Chinese‑made shoulder‑fired missile to shoot down a U.S. fighter jet during last month’s fighting, citing three sources involved in the investigation.

Israel concerned US-Iran agreement could limit IDF in Lebanon

Hezbollah heavily pressuring Iran to ensure its inclusion in ceasefire deal, official warns.

CENTCOM: Iran fired ballistic missile toward Kuwait

US Central Command says Kuwaiti forces intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile, after IRGC blatantly violates ceasefire.

US sanctions Iranian body accused of Strait of Hormuz extortion

US Treasury Department sanctions Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority, accusing IRGC-linked body of trying to extort vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, funneling funds to Iran’s terror network.

Iran declares: We won't give up on uranium enrichment

Iranian official Ebrahim Azizi warns IRGC won't give up on core demands to reach ceasefire deal with US.

Report:

Iran fears Trump will announce unilateral deal

The Iranian Fars News Agency claims that US President Donald Trump may soon announce, unilaterally, the completion of the agreement with Iran.

'Trump's war'

The Democratic Party's cynical Memorial Day post

The Democratic Party drew criticism after posting a Memorial Day message using the images of fallen servicemembers to oppose the war with Iran.

Republican Leader in Israel:

Trump is leading the war and leaving Iran confused

Republicans Overseas Israel chairman Marc Zell says President Trump’s strategy is pressuring Iran while keeping Tehran uncertain and off balance.

Deal with Iran? The Pakistan-China connection

Pakistani Prime Minister travels to Beijing, meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss US-Iran deal.

Likud MK warns: Round of fighting with Iran every two years

Likud MK David Bitan warns Israel cannot face Iran alone, Israel will need to conduct periodic rounds of fighting in Iran.

Report:

Tehran insisting nuclear issue unconnected to frozen assets

Iran insisting some of its frozen assets be released immediately upon reaching any agreement, Tasnim reports.

Trump:

Don't listen to the losers, I don't make bad deals

President Trump slams critics of the emerging deal with Iran, saying the details are not yet published or even finalized.

'Adios'

Trump's puzzling post

Amid reports of the US and Iran reaching a peaceful solution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump posts an image portraying a more violent one.

Hezbollah to be included in US-Iran deal?

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi promises to include Hezbollah terror group in any ceasefire agreement, despite terror group's repeated violations.

Trump: Final details of Iran deal to be announced shortly

US President Donald Trump says Strait of Hormuz to be reopened after 'very good' calls with Arab leaders, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Report: US and Iran to declare agreement on Sunday

Agreement, already approved by top negotiators, to be comprised of three stages, reports say.

US and Iran nearing agreement

US, Iran, nearing agreement on MoU to end war, AP reports.

Report:

US fired twice as many interceptors as Israel during war

The Washington Post reports that the US military has depleted half its THAAD inventory protecting Israel from Iranian ballistic strikes.

Mojtaba Khameneni's new order

Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ordered highly-enriched uranium to remain in Iran, two senior Iranian sources say.

Iranian citizens beg: Help us finish the job

In rare interview with Israel's Channel 12 News, Iranian citizens beg Israel and US to complete the job, express willingness to endure harsh conditions if there is hope for a better future. 'Not a single moderate in the regime, executions happen daily.'

Report: Iran renewed some UAV production during ceasefire

Iranian army 'reconstituting' faster than expected, source tells CNN.

Israel preparing to renew fighting in Iran

US President Donald Trump leaning towards greenlighting military strike against Iran, official tells Kan News.

Saudi report: Severe crisis of trust between Iran and Pakistan

Distrust between Iran and Pakistan making negotiations on ceasefire with US increasingly difficult to coordinate, Saudi report says.

Report:

Israel and the US planned to place Ahmadinejad in power in Iran

The New York Times reports of a secret US-Israeli plot to install former anti-Israel Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as Iran's leader.

Trump

'I was an hour away from striking Iran'

US President reveals how close he came to ordering the resumption of the war against Iran.

Danon

'Iran needs reality check, Trump knows something must be done'

Israeli Amb. to the UN tells Arutz Sheva the New York Times should apologize for its "outrageous" claims against Israel, stresses importance of Israel Day Parade while Mamdani is mayor.

Trump reveals:

I planned to strike Iran tomorrow, but I postponed it

US President says regional leaders asked him to hold off on striking Iran because they believe a deal will be reached, but warned 'large scale assault of Iran, on a moment’s notice' if a deal is not made.

Trump

'Iran knows what's going to happen soon'

US President tells New York Post that he is not open to any more concessions to Iran.

Report:

US dismisses revised Iranian proposal as insufficient

The White House reportedly views Iran’s revised proposal as inadequate as President Trump weighs diplomatic and military options.

US official warns: Trump’s patience is running out

A US official spoke to Al Jazeera about US-Iran talks and said that President Trump is getting closer to returning to war with Iran.

Lindsey Graham calls for 'short but forceful response to Iran'

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) appeared to call for a limited military strike against Iran to "reset" the conflict between the US.

Iranian official claims

'US showing flexibility in talks, including on nuclear issue'

A senior Iranian official told Reuters that the United States has so far shown flexibility in talks with Tehran, including on restrictions on Iran's nuclear program.

Report: Iran passes new ceasefire offer to US

New ceasefire proposal, sent via Pakistani mediators, includes commitment not to produce nuclear weapons.

Report: Iran preparing as Trump loses patience

Regional officials tell Fox News Iran fears renewed US strikes, as economic pressure mounts and Trump warns his patience is running out.

'Calm before the storm'

Trump shares cryptic post on Iran

Trump posts a cryptic warning as the US and Israel reportedly prepare for renewed strikes on Iran.

Next week?

Report: US and Israel preparing to renew strikes on Iran

US and Israel conducting intense preparations ahead of possible renewal of Iran war next week.

Trump:

'Open to 20-year Iran nuclear ban but real guarantee needed'

Trump tells reporters he is open to a 20-year Iran nuclear ban but demands "real guarantees" to end the war.

CENTCOM chief:

'Operation Epic Fury obliterated Iran’s missile and naval power'

CENTCOM commander Admiral Brad Cooper testifies before the Senate, says that Epic Fury crippled Iran’s military for years to come.

Trump:

'I'm not going to be much more patient with Iran'

Speaking to Fox News, Trump warns Iran his patience is ending: They should make a deal.

House rejects third attempt to limit Trump's Iran authority

US House of Representatives rejects measure to curb President Trump’s Iran war powers, voting to a 212-212 tie.

'To be continued!'

Trump hints at further military action against Iran

In a post on Truth Social following his visit to China, Trump signals continued military action against Iran.

Report: Iran unable to export crude oil by sea

Iran not managing to export crude oil by sea due to US blockade, though some products succeeded in escaping due to lack of sanctions, report says.

Report: Iraq, Pakistan reach Hormuz shipping deals with Iran

Tehran shifting from threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz toward controlling access, Reuters report claims.

Report:

Mossad, Shin Bet chiefs visited UAE to coordinate war on Iran

New reports reveal secret visits by Mossad chief David Barnea, Shin Bet head David Zini, to the United Arab Emirates during Operation Roaring Lion in Iran.