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In broad daylight:

US begins wave of strikes in Iran

US' CENTCOM announces new wave of strikes against Iran - this time in broad daylight.

US begins wave of strikes in Iran

IDF soldier jailed five years for contact with Iranian agent

Military court sentences active-duty IDF soldier to five years in prison for communicating with Iranian agent, sending videos of missile interceptions.

IDF soldier jailed five years for contact with Iranian agent

Haifa man dies of Iranian missile strike injuries

Michael Katz, 82, who was critically injured by an Iranian missile in Haifa has died of his wounds three months after the injury.

Haifa man dies of Iranian missile strike injuries

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: US and Iran continue to trade strikes

After Iran attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz, US President Trump announced that the ceasefire was over and ordered strikes on targets in Iran. Live Updates.

Live updates: US and Iran continue to trade strikes

Dozens of targets hit

US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran

CENTCOM completes a seven-hour wave of strikes on Iranian military sites while resuming its naval blockade.

US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran

CENTCOM chief:

'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'

CENTCOM Chief Adm. Brad Cooper accuses Iran of intentionally attacking seven ships in seven days, killing or injuring nearly a dozen crew members.

'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'

Vows heavy retaliation

Iran warns US naval blockade has shattered deal

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister warns that a renewed US naval blockade has dismantled their peace accord, vowing a non-proportional response that will make Washington regret its actions.

Iran warns US naval blockade has shattered deal

Trump warns:

Infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump warns that US strikes will target Iran's power plants and bridges unless Iranian officials return to the table to negotiate a deal.

Infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

Trump drops 20% fee on ships passing through Hormuz

President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to global shipping while imposing a full blockade on Iranian-linked vessels.

Trump drops 20% fee on ships passing through Hormuz

Has Ahmadinejad been recruited? If so, he is not the first

Was Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the anti-Israel Iranian president, actually recruited by the Mossad? It remains unclear, but already in the early years of the state there was a mysterious connection with a hostile president.

Has Ahmadinejad been recruited? If so, he is not the first

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Netanyahu warned that Israel will not stand by if attacked. 'Don't count on there being silence if you attack us.'

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Yehezkeli warns:

US restraint is emboldening Tehran

Senior commentator Zvi Yehezkeli warns US engaging in 'rounds' of escalation with Iran only emboldens Tehran, urges Washington to hit 'painful' targets.

US restraint is emboldening Tehran

Third consecutive night

CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites

US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.

CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites

Trump:

'Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes'

Speaking from the Oval Office, President Trump comments on Iran strikes, says US forces have crippled Tehran's military and secured the Strait of Hormuz but reiterates a deal is still possible.

'Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes'

Op-ed:

Farewell to a friend of a Free Iran

Lindsey Graham chose to stand with America's allies, with Israel in its darkest hours, with Ukraine in its struggle for sovereignty, and with many Iranians who continue to hope for a free homeland. Op-ed.

Farewell to a friend of a Free Iran

Iranian FM mocks Trump:

'We have always been the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz'

Iran's foreign minister sarcastically responded to President Donald Trump's remarks on the Strait of Hormuz, saying Iran has always been its guardian and will be fair in the fee that they will charge for a safe passage.

'We have always been the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz'

Watch:

US sea-drone attack in Iran - from the drone angle

US forces successfully struck a submarine and ship maintenance facility in Iran. This is the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations.

US sea-drone attack in Iran - from the drone angle

Trump announces:

US is reinstating the Iranian blockade

US President Donald Trump says Iran systematically violates every agreement it reaches, and therefore the US is taking control of the Strait of Hormuz.

US is reinstating the Iranian blockade

UK designates Iran's IRGC as terrorist organization

British government designates Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and two other groups over alleged threats, intimidation, and hostile activity in the UK and Europe.

UK designates Iran's IRGC as terrorist organization

Fourth time this week

US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran

CENTCOM completes a new wave of precision strikes on Iranian military sites to protect the Strait of Hormuz: “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz."

US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran

'War crimes'

Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU

Tehran accuses the US of committing war crimes and breaking the peace agreement with recent strikes, launched in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships.

Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU

'Finally went to hell'

Watch: Iranian television celebrates death of Lindsey Graham

Regime media outlets celebrated the death of US Senator who was outspoken about the threat the Islamic Republic poses to the free world. Iran has recently called for Graham's assassination.

Watch: Iranian television celebrates death of Lindsey Graham

Third wave of strikes

US hits 140 Iranian military targets

US forces strike 140 Iranian military targets after an IRGC attack on a container ship, triggering Iranian missile responses across Gulf nations.

US hits 140 Iranian military targets

Oman's proposal for the Strait of Hormuz

Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi proposes two-corridor solution for Strait of Hormuz; Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi unable to approve it.

Oman's proposal for the Strait of Hormuz

Mojtaba Khamenei warns of revenge

In a written statement, Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei promises to avenge his late father's blood, says 'demand of our nation must definitely be carried out soon.'

Mojtaba Khamenei warns of revenge

New ultimatum:

US demands Iran pledge to halt shipping attacks by Saturday

The Trump administration has demanded that Tehran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and pledge to cease firing on commercial ships by Saturday.

US demands Iran pledge to halt shipping attacks by Saturday

Despite US agreement

Satellite images show Iran rebuilding nuclear and missile sites

Exclusive satellite intelligence reported by CNN reveals fresh reconstruction and suspicious vehicle traffic at multiple Iranian nuclear and missile infrastructure locations.

Satellite images show Iran rebuilding nuclear and missile sites

Trump reveals he's left instructions if Iran assassinates him

Trump discloses he has authorized military retaliation against Tehran if they assassinate him: Bomb them like they’ve never seen before.

Trump reveals he's left instructions if Iran assassinates him

Report:

IDF freezes 'sensitive' Lebanon moves at US request

Kan 11 News reports that at US request, Israel has frozen sensitive military operations in southern Lebanon to avoid expansion of the Iran conflict.

IDF freezes 'sensitive' Lebanon moves at US request

'Cease Fire is OVER!'

Trump claims Iran wants talks despite growing escalation

President Trump declares the ceasefire over but claims Iran asked to continue talks, while Iranian officials deny reports of an upcoming Swiss summit.

Trump claims Iran wants talks despite growing escalation

Analysis:

Why seizing Kharg Island would be a strategic mistake

What would actually be gained by occupying Kharg Island? What would the costs be? Can the operation's objective be realized without an invasion?

Why seizing Kharg Island would be a strategic mistake

WSJ report:

Israel alerted US to fresh Iranian plot to assassinate Trump

Israeli intelligence shared new findings with Washington alleging an Iranian plan to kill President Trump, according to an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.

Israel alerted US to fresh Iranian plot to assassinate Trump

'On immediate takeoff alert'

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

At the Air Force pilots graduation, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reviewed wartime achievements, October 7 lessons and warned Israel is ready to act.

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

Report: US strikes strategic Iran rail link to China, Russia

United States reportedly strikes strategic railway bridge serving as part of key transportation corridor linking Iran with China and Russia.

Report: US strikes strategic Iran rail link to China, Russia

Iranian report: US attacked near Bushehr nuclear facility

Iranian media reports say US missile struck Bushehr power plant; Jordan intercepts five Iranian missiles as Kuwait reports massive Iranian missile barrage.

Iranian report: US attacked near Bushehr nuclear facility

Report: Iranian President and Foreign Minister attacked

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, attacked during funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, NYT report says.

Report: Iranian President and Foreign Minister attacked

The Gaza Flotilla and Iran: What has been missed

The moral bankruptcy of the flotilla radicals, including Americans who attended Khameneii's funeral in Iran, really requires deep examination. Opinion.

The Gaza Flotilla and Iran: What has been missed

90 targets struck

US strikes in Iran following attacks on shipping

US forces strike 90 Iranian military and infrastructure targets, prompting Iranian threats of immediate retaliation. Trump: "This is in retribution for yesterday’s bombing of ships by Iran."

US strikes in Iran following attacks on shipping

Trump:

'Iran called, they want to make a deal so badly'

President Trump claims a "desperate" Iran is seeking a deal following intense US strikes, but says he remains skeptical about whether they will honor terms.

'Iran called, they want to make a deal so badly'

Trump at NATO:

'I'm number one on Iran's kill list'

President Donald Trump declares NATO stronger and more united than ever, insists Tehran's nuclear program has been crippled, and vows that the Islamic Republic will never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.

'I'm number one on Iran's kill list'

Poll:

Israelis lose confidence in Trump after Iran deal

A new JPPI survey found record-low trust in President Trump, broad opposition to the US-Iran deal, and strong support for the Lebanon agreement.

Israelis lose confidence in Trump after Iran deal

'They're cuckoo'

Trump expresses doubt over Iran deal: 'I'm not seeing it'

US President Donald Trump voiced his dissatisfaction with the Iranian regime's actions and said that the US would probably conduct strikes against Iranian targets again.

Trump expresses doubt over Iran deal: 'I'm not seeing it'

What is Iran?

Speaking of Iranian Civilization

The brilliant shadow of Aryanic civilization over the millennia. Op-ed.

Speaking of Iranian Civilization

UK summons Iranian diplomat over stabbing of London journalist

Britain summons Iran's senior diplomat after a judge ruled the 2024 London stabbing of journalist Pouria Zeraati was conducted on behalf of the Iranian state.

UK summons Iranian diplomat over stabbing of London journalist

More than 80 targets

US launches powerful strikes in Iran

US military strikes targets in Iran in response to attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran fires on Bahrain and Kuwait in response.

US launches powerful strikes in Iran

US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil

US revokes the general license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil

UAE unveils bold plan to bypass Strait of Hormuz

The UAE is planning major new ports, pipelines and transport links to eliminate its dependence on the Strait of Hormuz for trade.

UAE unveils bold plan to bypass Strait of Hormuz

Iran: Hormuz attack due to violations of agreement

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Strait of Hormuz attack linked to the ceasefire framework, insists negotiations on final agreement stalled 'as long as threats continue.'

Iran: Hormuz attack due to violations of agreement

Watch:

Ahmadinejad makes first public appearance at Khamenei’s funeral

Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad makes his first public appearance in months at Khamenei's funeral.

Ahmadinejad makes first public appearance at Khamenei’s funeral

IRGC missiles strike commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

IRGC fires at least two missiles at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, severely damaging two vessels and sparking a fire on an oil tanker, according to a US official.

IRGC missiles strike commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

Tehran fires back

Trump warns US will 'finish the job' if Iran deal fails

President Trump warns that the US will "finish the job" if talks with Iran fail, prompting Iranian officials to threaten retaliation in "another language."

Trump warns US will 'finish the job' if Iran deal fails

Videos from Tehran threaten Trump and other supporters of Israel

Participants in Ayatollah Khameini's funeral were filmed holding posters depicting several American and pro-Israel public figures as assassination targets.

Videos from Tehran threaten Trump and other supporters of Israel

Minister Katz:

Any leader who threatens us will be eliminated

Defense Minister Katz addressed the ongoing funeral for Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and warned that anyone who goes down his path will meet the same fate.

Any leader who threatens us will be eliminated

Tehran draws hard line on Lebanon in talks with US

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf meets senior Hezbollah officials, affirming that backing armed proxies remains an unnegotiable "red line."

Tehran draws hard line on Lebanon in talks with US

Iran:

Head of Jewish community attended Khamenei’s funeral

Chairman of the Jewish community in the city of Shiraz, Amir Aala Salari, participated in the funeral procession of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Head of Jewish community attended Khamenei’s funeral

Report:

US-Iran talks to resume as Iran continues work on secret facility

Ceasefire negotiations between US and Iran to resume in Pakistan next week, as satellite photos indicate Iran conducting construction work at secret, likely nuclear, facility.

US-Iran talks to resume as Iran continues work on secret facility

Regev reveals: Israel gave Iron Dome batteries to UAE

Israel helped United Arab Emirates protect its citizens from Iranian attacks during war, Transportation Minister Miri Regev confirms.

Regev reveals: Israel gave Iron Dome batteries to UAE

Calls to kill Trump at Khamenei's funeral

Video from Khamenei's funeral shows a speaker urging Trump's assassination as millions attend ceremonies marked by anti-US and anti-Israel chants.

Calls to kill Trump at Khamenei's funeral

Breaks to 'friendly' states

Tehran asserts Hormuz transit fees

Iranian ambassador announces new shipping fees for the Strait of Hormuz, defying US pushback while promising discounts for nations that supported Tehran.

Tehran asserts Hormuz transit fees

Satellite photos show scope of damage to Iran

Newly released satellite imagery from Planet Labs provides one of the clearest assessments yet of the damage inflicted on Iranian military infrastructure.

Satellite photos show scope of damage to Iran