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US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

If confirmed, the Oslo meeting would mark the first direct US-Iranian nuclear talks since joint American-Israeli strikes targeted key Iranian nuclear sites.

US-Iran talks to resume next week in Norway

More pressure on Tehran:

US sanctions Iranian oil smuggling networks

US Treasury sanctions Iranian oil smuggling networks, including vessels and companies linked to Salim Ahmed Said, intensifying efforts to disrupt Iran’s oil exports and terrorism financing.

US sanctions Iranian oil smuggling networks

'Nazi style'

Iranian FM lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel

Iran’s Foreign Minister responds harshly to German criticism, accusing Berlin of supporting attacks and genocide, while defending nuclear program oversight changes.

Iranian FM lashes out at Germany for supporting Israel

Following successful operation:

US CENTCOM Chief Kurilla visits Israel

General Michael Kurilla meets with IDF leaders to discuss Operation Rising Lion and strengthens US-Israel military coordination.

US CENTCOM Chief Kurilla visits Israel

Cars flying in the air

New footage from IDF strike in Iran surfaces

Dramatic footage has surfaced showing the moment an IDF strike hit a road in Tehran during Operation Rising Lion.

New footage from IDF strike in Iran surfaces

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Emergency funds for Israeli refugees nearly exhausted

The missiles from Iran may have stopped falling, but for hundreds of Israeli families, the nightmare is far from over.

Emergency funds for Israeli refugees nearly exhausted

Iran attempted to disrupt Home Front Command operations

Iran launched dozens of cyber attack attempts during the 12 days of fighting, targeting civilian companies and Home Front Command systems, report says.

Iran attempted to disrupt Home Front Command operations

Two Tiberias residents indicted for spying for Iran

Yoni Segal and Nahorai Mizrahi passed sensitive information to Iran and attempted espionage, including plans to assassinate a senior Israeli figure, indictment reveals.

Two Tiberias residents indicted for spying for Iran

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Iran officially suspends cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, a move the US calls "unacceptable." This follows a 12-day conflict with Israel and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Iran suspends IAEA access after US, Israeli strikes

Tehran accuses detained French citizens of spying for Israel

Two French citizens, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, detained for over three years in Iran, now face charges of "spying" for Israel's Mossad, "conspiracy to overthrow the regime," and "corruption on earth."

Tehran accuses detained French citizens of spying for Israel

Judgment and misjudgment

In Iran the Foreign Minster, Kamal Karrazi, told Arafat, “No Muslim can allow holy Jerusalem to remain under occupation, and the Organization of the Islamic Conference will never let any deal be made over Jerusalem.” Opinion.

Judgment and misjudgment

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

The US believes its recent airstrikes significantly set back Iran's nuclear program by up to two years, Pentagon spokesman says, adding key nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan were “completely obliterated.”

Pentagon says Iran’s nuclear ambitions set back by two years

Clandestine Diplomacy:

Israel holding secret conferences with Russia regarding Iran

Amid the ceasefire with Iran, Israel is carrying on tacit contacts with senior officials in Moscow to seek a diplomatic solution with Iran and Syria.

Israel holding secret conferences with Russia regarding Iran

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Tehran accuses Washington and Jerusalem of violating its sovereignty and killing civilians during 12 days of war.

Iran vows to seek compensation from US, Israel over attacks

Special operation in southern Syria:

IDF arrests Iranian-backed terror cell

In overnight operation, IDF forces arrest Iranian-backed terror cell in southern Syria's Umm al-Luqs and Ein al-Bassali.

IDF arrests Iranian-backed terror cell

Mossad page teases identity of secret Iranian general

The Mossad Farsi page on X claims to have uncovered the identity of the new commander of Iran's unified combatant command, revealing Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi as the leader.

Mossad page teases identity of secret Iranian general

Danish man arrested for spying on Berlin Jews for Iran

Danish citizen allegedly aiding Iranian intelligence in plotting attacks on Jewish targets in Berlin to be extradited to Germany.

Danish man arrested for spying on Berlin Jews for Iran

Armenia courts Israel allies while attacking over Iran strikes

Armenian lawmakers meet AIPAC as Yerevan condemns Israel and echoes Iranian talking points; activists warn that on the ground, pro-Iranian and anti-Israel messaging persists.

Armenia courts Israel allies while attacking over Iran strikes

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urges Iran to immediately restart nuclear negotiations with the IAEA, warning against NPT withdrawal.

EU demands Iran return to nuclear talks

From a ‘Ring of Fire’ to a ‘Ring of Hope’

Israel’s military triumphs now may pave the way for a historic opportunity to shift from defense to dialogue. Opinion.

From a ‘Ring of Fire’ to a ‘Ring of Hope’

US intelligence: Iran prepped mines for Strait of Hormuz

US intelligence detected Iran loading naval mines onto vessels in the Persian Gulf last month following Israeli strikes, according to Reuters. This heightened Washington's concerns about a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

US intelligence: Iran prepped mines for Strait of Hormuz

Iran-Azerbaijan tensions escalate over alleged Israeli ties

Roman Gurevich warns of a dangerous deterioration in Iran-Azerbaijan relations amid growing cooperation with Israel, while tensions rise between Baku and Moscow following the brutal arrest of Azerbaijanis in Russia.

Iran-Azerbaijan tensions escalate over alleged Israeli ties

Welcome to Europe's pro-Iranian madhouse

When gays and trans people want to ally with those who hang “infidels,” history laughs at them with tears in its eyes. Opinion.

Welcome to Europe's pro-Iranian madhouse

'We Went Through This Too':

Kyiv students support school damaged by Iranian missile

Students from the Perlyna-Chabad Jewish School in Kyiv, which was damaged by a Russian drone, sent a touching letter of encouragement to the students of Gsharim School, which was hit by an Iranian missile.

Kyiv students support school damaged by Iranian missile

Couple from Raanana arrested for spying for Iran

Detectives from the Central District Police have arrested a married couple from Ra’anana on suspicion of espionage against the State of Israel on behalf of Iran.

Couple from Raanana arrested  for spying for Iran

Iranian hackers threaten to leak confidential Trump emails

Iranian hackers, claiming 100GB of emails from Trump allies, renew threats to leak sensitive material following regional conflict.

Iranian hackers threaten to leak confidential Trump emails

Jewish rep. in Iranian Parliament

'We are Iranian before we are Jews'

In an interview with a pro-regime newspaper, the lone Jewish representative in Iran declared: "We are Iranian before we are Jews, and our Iranianness is more important than our Judaism."

'We are Iranian before we are Jews'

'Next year in Tehran'

AI video shows Netanyahu, exiled Iranian prince united in Tehran

AI-generated clip features Netanyahu, Minister Gamliel, and Iran’s exiled crown prince walking freely in Tehran, ending with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags side-by-side.

AI video shows Netanyahu, exiled Iranian prince united in Tehran

Top Iranian cleric issues Fatwa against Trump & Netanyahu

Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, one of Iran’s most senior Shia clerics, has issued a fatwa declaring U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as "enemies of God."

Top Iranian cleric issues Fatwa against Trump & Netanyahu

Three Israelis arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran

Shin Bet and police arrest 3 Israelis in separate cases on suspicion of carrying out missions for Iranian agents that could harm state security.

Three Israelis arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran

Iran's ultimatum:

'US must halt attacks for dialogue'

Iran's deputy foreign minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi states the US must end all strikes for diplomatic talks to resume: "We do not want war. We want to engage in dialogue."

'US must halt attacks for dialogue'

Iran’s UN envoy:

'Our nuclear enrichment will never stop'

Iran's UN envoy, Amir-Saeid Iravani, declares that Iran's nuclear enrichment "will never stop," calling it an "inalienable right." He affirms Tehran's readiness for talks but rejects "unconditional surrender".

'Our nuclear enrichment will never stop'

Operation that surprised Iran:

Years of intelligence led to precise strike

Operation Rising Lion aimed to halt Iran's alarming progress toward nuclear weapons. Key scientists were eliminated simultaneously in their homes, striking at the heart of the development effort.

Years of intelligence led to precise strike

Maduro grants prize to Iranian anchor after Israeli strike

Venezuelan regime honors Sahar Emami for returning to air moments after IDF strike hit Iran’s state media center, calling her actions courageous and defiant.

Maduro grants prize to Iranian anchor after Israeli strike

'Why didn't you continue?'

Iranian journalist offers rare testimony

Iranian journalist speaks to i24NEWS about life under the Ayatollahs' regime, the moment Israel struck Iran, and what happened in Tehran during the war. Watch.

Iranian journalist offers rare testimony

Mossad trolls Iranian officials:

We see you follow us on social media, we follow you, too

Israeli intelligence agency mocks top Iranian officials for secretly following its updates, amid regime panic and mass arrests over alleged espionage ties.

We see you follow us on social media, we follow you, too

'New opportunities have opened'

Netanyahu praises Shin Bet for thwarting threats

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lauds ISA’s role in neutralizing Iranian and Hamas threats, unveiling that on average, two major attacks were foiled daily.

Netanyahu praises Shin Bet for thwarting threats

The way to ensure there won’t be a bomb

We must not convince ourselves of the constant lie that through regular airstrikes we will prevent arming. It is simply not enough. Opinion

The way to ensure there won’t be a bomb

Trump: I thought Iran would join the Abraham Accords

US President Trump says more nations seek to join Abraham Accords after Iran strike, reiterates that Iran did not remove uranium from Fordow.

Trump: I thought Iran would join the Abraham Accords

Watch

Iranian TV host declares: We'll enrich as we choose

Watch: In segment translated by MEMRI, Iranian TV host Amir-Hossein Tahmasebi announces Iran's new "nuclear ambiguity" policy, states Iran will enrich uranium as it chooses, retain all material, trade freely, and build facilities anywhere.

Iranian TV host declares: We'll enrich as we choose

Iran halts IAEA cooperation amid strike fallout

Following US and Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran announces it has ceased cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog. Iran's Foreign Minister cites the IAEA's failure to condemn the attacks and its "regrettable role" in past issues as reasons.

Iran halts IAEA cooperation amid strike fallout

Trump:

'I saved Khamenei from a very ugly death'

In a post on Truth Social, President Trump slams Iran's Supreme Leader for claiming victory over Israel, stating he saved Khamenei’s life and halted a massive Israeli attack on Tehran. Trump also reveals he ceased working on Iran sanctions relief after Khamenei's "lie".

'I saved Khamenei from a very ugly death'

Ongoing panic in Iran:

Iran restores mobile internet after two-week blackout

Iran restores mobile internet late Tuesday night, ending a nearly two-week shutdown that followed intense clashes. Limited wired networks had resumed earlier, but most citizens remained offline until now.

Iran restores mobile internet after two-week blackout

Ongoing panic in Iran:

Tehran cracks down on suspected Israeli spy links, executes six

Iran claims to have uncovered espionage networks linked to Israel, arresting over 700 and executing six. Iranian citizens report an atmosphere of fear and reprisals.

Tehran cracks down on suspected Israeli spy links, executes six

Wave of arrests among Iranian Jews - despite loyalty to regime

Reports from Iran indicate a severe wave of persecution against Jews in Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan, amid suspicions of ties with Israel.

Wave of arrests among Iranian Jews - despite loyalty to regime

Israeli Animator Presents:

Our Man in Tehran - Ismail Qaani

Creator Evyatar Rosenberg presents a video inspired by rumors and conspiracy theories as to the source of Israeli intelligence in Iran.

Our Man in Tehran - Ismail Qaani

After US strikes

Macron cautions against Iran NPT exit

Following US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, French President Emmanuel Macron declares the strikes "genuinely effective" but warns that Iran's potential withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) would be the "worst-case scenario.

Macron cautions against Iran NPT exit

Israel reveals:

The dramatic information that led to Operation Rising Lion

The IDF publishes a summary of Operation Rising Lion, which dealt a decisive blow to Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, eliminated senior defense officials, and secured air dominance over Tehran.

The dramatic information that led to Operation Rising Lion

Historic decision:

Argentina to try AMIA bombing suspects in absentia

Argentina will try ten Iranian and Lebanese nationals in absentia for the 1994 AMIA Jewish center bombing that killed 85, a landmark decision enabled by new laws.

Argentina to try AMIA bombing suspects in absentia

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirms "serious" damage to the country's nuclear sites following a 12-day conflict with Israel. Araghchi also firmly denies any speculation about resuming nuclear negotiations with the United States.

Iranian FM admits 'serious' nuclear site damage after 12-day war

Swedish media:

Iran-backed gang recruiting drone pilots to hit Israeli sites

Swedish police investigate reports of drone pilot recruitment for attacks on Israeli and Jewish sites in Scandinavia.

Iran-backed gang recruiting drone pilots to hit Israeli sites

Commander of Hatzerim Base:

'We saw the fires in Iran's nuclear bases with our own eyes'

The commander of Hatzerim Base described the tense moments in the cockpit during raids in Iran and the sense of relief on the way back to Israel.

'We saw the fires in Iran's nuclear bases with our own eyes'

Iranian Rabbi compares Israel to ISIS

Dr. Younes Hamami Lalehzar, one of the leaders of Iranian Jews, compared the 'Zionist regime' to ISIS and claimed that Israel misused the goals of Judaism.

Iranian Rabbi compares Israel to ISIS

Dr. Martin Sherman:

Iran: State disintegration, not regime change

Israel cannot rely on regime change to ensure its security. It must aim at dismantling Iran into separate ethnic entities to ensure that, in the future, it will not become the grave menace that it was in the past. Opinion.

Iran: State disintegration, not regime change

Ben-Gurion University student arrested for aiding Iran

Israeli forces arrested a student from Ben-Gurion University, a resident of Deir al-Asad, who carried out tasks directed by Iranians.

Ben-Gurion University student arrested for aiding Iran

Amb. Leiter to Iranian exiles:

We hope regime will change, it's not a military goal

At town hall with Iranian exiles, Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter defends Israel’s decision not to topple the Tehran regime, says democracy must reflect the will of the people. 'We’ve set the stage, now it’s up to them to bring change.'

We hope regime will change, it's not a military goal

Iranian Parliament greenlights suspension of IAEA cooperation

Iran's Parliament approves a bill to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, following the war with Israel.

Iranian Parliament greenlights suspension of IAEA cooperation

Special footage:

IAF F-15I jets en route to Tehran strikes

The Israel Air Force releases footage from Operation Rising Lion, showing Israeli F-15I jets on their way to strikes in Tehran, over 1,500 km from Israel.

IAF F-15I jets en route to Tehran strikes

Chief of Staff:

IDF commando forces operated in Iran

Lieutenant General Zamir states that Iran's nuclear weapons program was set back years and its ballistic missile program suffered a severe blow.

IDF commando forces operated in Iran

IDF presents:

How to shoot down hundreds of Iranian attack drones

IAF publishes footage from the cooperation between Attack helicopter squadrons and personnel from the Aerial Control and Flight Surveillance Array to defend Israel from Iran's UAVs.

How to shoot down hundreds of Iranian attack drones