Epic Fury

'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.

Report:

US intelligence showing Iran retains substantial capabilities

Classified reports cited by The New York Times show Iran has restored most missile sites.

'We'll finish the job'

Trump warns Iran before China trip

Trump warns Iran to accept a deal or face total defeat: They’ll either do the right thing, or we’ll finish the job.

Sources:

Trump 'more seriously considering' resuming Iran operations

Sources quoted by CNN say Trump weighs resuming military action against Iran after rejecting its "unacceptable" offer.

Trump preparing for strike?

'Military option back on the table'

President Donald Trump reportedly leaning toward ordering a resumption of strikes against Iran, fueled by deep frustration over Tehran's conduct during negotiations.

Trump: Iran’s proposal is “stupid"

U.S. President Donald Trump reacted to Iran’s proposal for negotiations, saying: “I didn’t even finish reading it." He also described the ceasefire with Iran as “on life support."

Trump's problem with Iran's demands

Iran demands control of the Strait of Hormuz, the lifting of sanctions and a ceasefire in Lebanon in exchange for an agreement with the U.S. The demands have provoked anger at the White House.

Trump threatens:

'Iran will be laughing no longer!'

Trump accuses Iran of decades of deception, blasts Obama-era policies in Truth Social post, says Tehran 'will be laughing no longer.'

Trump:

Iran conflict may not be over

President Trump says Iran has been militarily defeated, warns more strikes remain possible, and vows Tehran will never obtain nuclear weapons.

IRGC warns:

'Heavy attack on US bases if Iranian tankers are targeted'

The IRGC warns of strikes on US bases and ships if Iran’s maritime trade faces further "aggression."

Rubio and Qatari PM meet in Miami to discuss Iran deal

Secretary of State Rubio meets Qatar’s PM in Miami, as the Qataris mediate between the US and Iran to negotiate a memo ending the war.

Dramatic report: Israel set up secret base in Iraq

Israel reportedly set up a secret military base deep in the Iraqi desert, the Wall Street Journal reports.

Rubio:

US expects to receive Iranian answer to offer today

Secretary of State Rubio warns Iran against controlling international waterways as Washington awaits Tehran’s response on negotiations.

Trump: Ceasefire still on

US hits Iranian ports after naval attack on destroyers

US destroyers repel Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces retaliate on port bases. Iran claims US violated the ceasefire, but Trump says it is still in effect.

Trump predicts Iran war will be 'over quickly'

Trump speaks at tele-rally for Republican candidate in Georgia and predicts a swift end to the Iran war. Reports indicate Iran will reply to US proposal on Thursday.

Amid reports of deal

Iran’s Parliament speaker mocks Trump

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocks Trump’s shifting strategy as reports hint at a looming one-page peace deal.

Trump:

'Iran wants a deal and has agreed not to have nuclear weapons'

Speaking to reporters at the White House after issuing an ultimatum to Iran, Trump claims victory over Iran's military and declares: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, and they won't.

Trump's ultimatum to Iran

President Trump warned Iran that it must agree to the terms of the agreement to end the conflict or face even more intense bombing than before.

Report: US, Iran, nearing one-page agreement to end war

US and Iran closer than ever to reaching agreement to end war, start 30-day negotiation period, Axios reports.

Defense establishment pushing to renew Iran war

Senior officials say renewal of fighting may pressure Iran in negotiations, but warn results are not guaranteed.

Trump announces:

'Project Freedom' paused to pursue agreement with Iran

Trump pauses "Project Freedom" in the Strait of Hormuz to seek an Iran deal, while keeping the naval blockade in effect.

Rubio declares:

'Operation Epic Fury is over'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Operation Epic Fury ended after Iran's nuclear shield has been dismantled, explains the focus now shifts to Project Freedom.

Trump

'Iran should wave white flag of surrender'

US President says Iran is reduced to firing "pea shooters," blockade of Iran is unchallenged.

Hegseth

'Iran is embarassed that our blockade is holding'

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, press briefing at the Pentagon. Caine: Iranian attacks not at level for US to resume military action.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'There is no military solution to the conflict'

Iran’s Araghchi warns the US and UAE of a "quagmire" and rejects military solutions to the current tensions.

Trump on Iran:

'They have nothing left, we can't let them have nukes'

Speaking after Iran attacked the UAE, Trump says Iran’s military is decimated and warns against them acquiring nuclear weapons.

High alert

Israel prepares for possible collapse of ceasefire with Iran

Amid the U.S. operation in the Strait of Hormuz and recent Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates, Israel is preparing for the possibility of immediate escalation. Tehran has threatened a “night of rage."

Trump

'Iran shooting at unrelated nations'

US President tells Fox News Iran will be "blown off the face of the earth" if it attacks the US naval vessels escorting merchant vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.

3 hurt

Iran launches four cruise missiles at the UAE

The United Arab Emirates reported that four cruise missiles were launched from Iran toward its territory-three were intercepted and one fell into the sea.

Obama:

Netanyahu tried to convince me to go to war with Iran

In a New Yorker interview, Barack Obama questions Benjamin Netanyahu’s Iran stance and warns of strained alliances and the impact on global leadership.

U.S. Military: Iranian blockade broken

The U.S. military announced that two American merchant ships successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz as part of an effort to break the naval blockade.

Iran claims strike on US warship near Hormuz, US denies

Tehran says missiles hit vessel and warns against US presence; American officials reject report of any damage.

Report:

US Navy may not escort ships through Strait of Hormuz

New 'Project Freedom' to restore shipping in Strait of Hormuz will see US Navy guiding, but not escorting, foreign commercial ships, Axios report says.

US Treasury Secretary:

'America is suffocating Iran with naval blockade'

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tells Fox News that America is suffocating Iran’s regime through financial pressure, frozen assets and a naval blockade.

Iran warns US:

'Interference in Hormuz violates the ceasefire'

Senior Iranian lawmaker warns that any US interference in the Strait of Hormuz would violate the ceasefire, responding to Trump’s announcement of operation to free trapped foreign vessels.

Trump to Kan News:

Iranian proposal is unacceptable

Trump tells Israeli media that he rejected Iran's 14-point proposal to end the conflict, adding that 'the campaign is progressing very well.'

Will Trump accept it?

Report: Iran's new proposal to the US

Report details Iran's 14-point proposal to the US outlining terms for a permanent deal, including sanctions relief, security guarantees, and regional de-escalation.

Trump to review Iran’s latest proposal, hints at possible strikes

President Trump says he will review Iran’s latest 14-point proposal to end the war but expresses strong doubt it would be acceptable. Iran’s proposal reportedly includes demands for lifting of sanctions and ending the naval blockade.

Revealed: Iran damaged most US bases

At least 16 US military bases damaged, some rendered unusable, across Persian Gulf during war with Iran, CNN report says.

Trump tells Congress Iran conflict has ended, avoiding deadline

White House claims Iran hostilities have ended, sidestepping a key deadline as lawmakers debate presidential authority and ongoing risks.

Report:

Iran signaled flexibility in latest proposal to US

Wall Street Journal reports that Iran signaled a degree of flexbility in its most recent proposal to revive talks with the US.

Trump:

'I’m not satisfied with Iran’s latest deal proposal'

President Donald Trump expresses dissatisfaction with Iran’s latest proposal to end the war, stating he is not satisfied with it and noting his options are either a major military escalation or negotiating a deal.

Report: Iran restoring missile stockpiles

US officials say Iran using ceasefire lull to recover buried missiles and rebuild capabilities, as Trump weighs next steps in coming days.

Iran: Quick nuclear deal with US 'not realistic'

Iranian officials pour cold water on hopes for a swift agreement with the United States, stating that expecting quick results from talks is unrealistic.

Trump:

'Iran’s military destroyed, nuclear threat must be eliminated'

President Donald Trump tells Newsmax in an interview that the United States has already destroyed much of Iran’s military and leadership, warns the conflict cannot truly end until Iran is permanently prevented from developing nuclear weapons.

Trump: Iran is dying to make a deal

President Donald Trump tells reporters that Iran is “dying to make a deal" and that negotiations could be concluded soon, emphasizes that Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.

Mojtaba Khamenei:

Persian Gulf will have bright future without US presence

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamensi disparages US' 'disgraceful failure,' says Iran will manage Strait of Hormuz.

Trump to receive briefing on potential new strikes against Iran

President Donald Trump is scheduled to receive a briefing on new military options against Iran, including potential strikes and a possible takeover of part of the Strait of Hormuz.

CENTCOM:

42 vessels redirected, 69 million barrels of oil unsellable

US Central Command announces that American forces have successfully redirected 42 commercial vessels attempting to breach the maritime blockade on Iran.

Senior Iranian official threatens US forces if war resumes

Senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader warns that the United States faces a “complete deadlock", threatens that US ships could be sunk and soldiers captured if the war resumes.

Trump:

'No deal unless Iran agrees to no nuclear weapons'

President Trump says negotiations to end the war with Iran are now being conducted by telephone, after rejecting the latest Iranian proposal.

Trump rejects Iranian offer

Blockade to continue until Tehran agrees to nuclear terms

President Trump says US will maintain naval blockade on Iran until nuclear concerns are addressed, rejecting Tehran’s proposal to ease pressure.

Marc Zell

'Iran's strategy - stall & wait for Trump to face pressure'

Adv. Marc Zell, Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel and VP and General Counsel of Republicans Overseas INC, says that neither the US or Israel is 'being led' by the other, but are partners.

Trump threatens Iran: No more Mister Nice Guy

US President Donald Trump publishes aggressive social media post, warning Iran to 'get smart soon.'

Trump warns advisers:

Prepare for extended blockade of Strait of Hormuz

Iranian official says ball in US' court, demands 'mutual respect,' removal of blockade.

Amid Iran blockade

US forces seize and release ship in Arabian Sea

US Central Command announces that American forces temporarily seized a vessel suspected of heading to Iran in the Arabian Sea, later releasing it after confirming it would not dock in an Iranian port.

Trump:

'King Charles agrees that Iran will never get a nuclear weapon'

President Trump hosts King Charles III at a White House state dinner, declares that Iran has been militarily defeated and will never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.