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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.

U.S. Military: Iranian blockade broken

Report:

Iran operating antisemitic terror networks across Europe

The Times reveals Iranian intelligence is recruiting operatives across Europe to carry out attacks on Jewish targets, with at least 20 plots foiled in the past year, according to British security officials.

Iran operating antisemitic terror networks across Europe

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.

'America is suffocating Iran with naval blockade'

Witkoff:

'US in active talks with Iran to end war'

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff confirms that America is in active conversation with Iran as efforts continue to negotiate an end to the conflict.

'US in active talks with Iran to end war'

In Strait of Hormuz

US military to begin effort to 'restore freedom of navigation'

CENTCOM announces its forces will begin supporting President Donald Trump’s humanitarian operation to free ships trapped in the Strait of Hormuz.

US military to begin effort to 'restore freedom of navigation'

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.

'Interference in Hormuz violates the ceasefire'

Trump announces operation to free ships trapped in Hormuz

President Trump announces “Project Freedom" to safely escort neutral ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a humanitarian gesture amid positive discussions with Iran.

Trump announces operation to free ships trapped in Hormuz

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.'

Iranian proposal is unacceptable

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.

Report: Iran's new proposal to the US

Netanyahu

Our pilots are prepared to reach anywhere in Iranian airspace

The Prime Minister presented the principles of Israel’s military buildup plan, which include purchasing new fighter squadrons, domestic weapons production, and establishing a project to counter the threat of drones across various arenas.

Our pilots are prepared to reach anywhere in Iranian airspace

Muted Iran, burning Iran:

Is this the endgame of a hollow regime?

If loyalty to the regime truly exists, a simple question remains: why is the internet not opened?

Is this the endgame of a hollow regime?

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.

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

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.

Revealed: Iran damaged most US bases

US announces new sanctions against Iran oil network

US imposes new sanctions on entities tied to Iran’s oil trade, targeting a China-based operator and shipping network.

US announces new sanctions against Iran oil network

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.

Iran signaled flexibility in latest proposal to US

Why Democrats chose Iran over Israel

It’s a reversal of sympathies that baffles Iranian dissidents and pro-Israel activists, but it shouldn’t. Opinion.

Why Democrats chose Iran over Israel

Senior IDF officer:

'Removal of enriched uranium critical for operation's success'

Senior IDF officer warns that without removing enriched uranium from Iran, operation will be a ‘total failure’ and 'meaningless.'

'Removal of enriched uranium critical for operation's success'

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.

Report: Iran restoring missile stockpiles

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.

Iran: Quick nuclear deal with US 'not realistic'

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.

Trump: Iran is dying to make a deal

Katz on Iran:

'We may need to act again soon'

Omer Tishler promoted to Major General ahead of assuming Air Force command, as Defense Minister warns of ongoing threats from Iran and Hezbollah.

'We may need to act again soon'

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.

Persian Gulf will have bright future without US presence

Iranian Rabbi swears allegiance to Khamenei

One of the leaders of Iran’s Jewish community, Hakham Younes Hemami, went to Tehran’s Revolution Square to swear allegiance to the new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, on behalf of the Jewish community.

Iranian Rabbi swears allegiance to Khamenei

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.

Trump to receive briefing on potential new strikes against Iran

IAEA chief:

'Most of Iran’s highly enriched uranium still at Isfahan'

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi says the majority of Iran’s highly enriched uranium is likely still stored at Isfahan, which was hit by airstrikes but sustained less damage than other sites.

'Most of Iran’s highly enriched uranium still at Isfahan'

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.

42 vessels redirected, 69 million barrels of oil unsellable

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.

Senior Iranian official threatens US forces if 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.

'No deal unless Iran agrees to no nuclear weapons'

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.

Blockade to continue until Tehran agrees to nuclear terms

The Iranian ‘Oskar Schindler’

The story of a courageous Iranian diplomat who operated entirely within the belly of the beast, using the Nazis’ own pseudoscientific racial theories against them - and saving thousands. Op-ed.

The Iranian ‘Oskar Schindler’

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.

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

Report:

IRGC has seized power from Supreme Leader

After Khamenei’s killing, Iran’s leadership shifts toward IRGC control, with Mojtaba Khamenei holding a limited role amid ongoing war.

IRGC has seized power from Supreme Leader

Trump threatens Iran: No more Mister Nice Guy

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

Trump threatens Iran: No more Mister Nice Guy

Trump warns advisers:

Prepare for extended blockade of Strait of Hormuz

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

Prepare for extended blockade of Strait of Hormuz

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.

US forces seize and release ship in Arabian Sea

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.

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

US sanctions 35 Iranian entities in 'shadow banking' crackdown

US Treasury Department imposes sanctions on 35 individuals and entities tied to Iran’s shadow banking network, while warning banks against dealings with Chinese refineries paying Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

US sanctions 35 Iranian entities in 'shadow banking' crackdown

London:

Iran Embassy urges UK Iranians to join ‘martyrdom’ program

Daily Mail report says Tehran mission’s call for “sacrifice" campaign sparks security concerns, with experts warning of potential radicalization on British soil.

Iran Embassy urges UK Iranians to join ‘martyrdom’ program

Trump

'Iran told us it's in state of collapse'

US President says Iran is begging America to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the US blockade and war take their toll on the Islamic Republic.

'Iran told us it's in state of collapse'

Iranian Regime Fears:

Economic distress could ignite a new wave of protests

Iran's leadership held an emergency discussion amid fears of renewed protests. Security officials warned of economic collapse, mass unemployment and the shutdown of key industries.

Economic distress could ignite a new wave of protests

Revealed:

The Mossad missions deep behind enemy lines

Mossad chief says award-winning operations deep inside Iran and Lebanon boosted intelligence, struck enemies, and reshaped Israel’s strategic posture.

The Mossad missions deep behind enemy lines

Israel and Lebanon: two victims of Iran and its proxies

The Israel-Lebanon equation is a hinge of the Iran conflict, if not of global history. In fact, southern Lebanon has become a frontline in a wider Iran-Israel conflict. Opinion.

Israel and Lebanon: two victims of Iran and its proxies

Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 over Iran-linked attacks

Bahrain revokes the citizenship of 69 people, saying they supported Iranian attacks and colluded with foreign entities.

Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 over Iran-linked attacks

Macron to press Iran on Strait of Hormuz reopening

French President says he will press Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as his Foreign Minister urges Tehran to make major concessions.

Macron to press Iran on Strait of Hormuz reopening

Trump skeptical of Iranian deal offer, officials say

US officials say Trump is dissatisfied with Iran’s proposal, which delays nuclear talks while focusing on maritime issues first.

Trump skeptical of Iranian deal offer, officials say

Rubio:

'Iran cannot decide who uses Strait of Hormuz'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US rejects Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under conditions, calling it an unlawful bid for control.

'Iran cannot decide who uses Strait of Hormuz'

Sources:

US-Iran gap may be narrower than it appears

Sources tell CNN quiet diplomacy between the US and Iran continues, with mediators pressing for a phased agreement in coming days.

US-Iran gap may be narrower than it appears

White House

US 'discussing' Iran's Strait of Hormuz proposal

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt refuses to say that the Trump Administration is 'considering' the latest Iranian proposal.

US 'discussing' Iran's Strait of Hormuz proposal

Iranian official: Trump waiting to renew attacks

Israel influencing US to renew fighting in Iran, Pakistan not neutral, Iranian officials allege.

Iranian official: Trump waiting to renew attacks

Israel warns US: Hormuz easing would signal weakness to Iran

Jerusalem cautions that any relief on naval pressure could embolden Tehran and undermine prospects for a real disarmament deal.

Israel warns US: Hormuz easing would signal weakness to Iran

Into the fray:

Iran-Why this war must be waged

It is imperative to underscore to the public what the stakes in this conflict are, and why nothing less than the total capitulation of the theocrats in Tehran will suffice as an acceptable outcome. Opinion.

Iran-Why this war must be waged

US Army says 38 ships turned back in Iran port blockade

US Central Command says 38 ships have been turned back during the two-week blockade of Iranian ports.

US Army says 38 ships turned back in Iran port blockade

Report:

Iran submits new Hormuz-focused proposal to US

Iran reportedly sends the US a new proposal via Pakistan prioritizing Hormuz deal first, delaying nuclear talks.

Iran submits new Hormuz-focused proposal to US

Is he really still alive?

Mural of dead Iranian leaders depicts Mojtaba Khamenei

A new mural in Mashhad depicting Mojtaba Khamenei among deceased figures fuels speculation about his condition amid reports of severe injuries and isolation.

Mural of dead Iranian leaders depicts Mojtaba Khamenei

Pezeshkian says Iran won’t negotiate with US under threats

Iran’s president says Tehran will not enter talks with the US under pressure, demanding hostile actions and blockades end first.

Pezeshkian says Iran won’t negotiate with US under threats

Trump: If Iran wants to talk, they can call

US President Donald Trump cancels representatives' trip to Islamabad, says 'too much time wasted on traveling.'

Trump: If Iran wants to talk, they can call

Iran denies planned US talks in Pakistan

Iran denies plans for US talks in Pakistan, rejecting White House claims and saying no negotiations are currently on the agenda.

Iran denies planned US talks in Pakistan

Trump says Iran preparing offer to meet US demands

Trump tells Reuters Iran is preparing an offer to satisfy US demands as American envoys head to Pakistan for talks.

Trump says Iran preparing offer to meet US demands

US-Iran talks

Trump sends Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan

White House Press Secretary confirms Trump is sending Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan for direct talks with Iran: “We’re hopeful that it will be a productive conversation."

Trump sends Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan

Hegseth:

We will shoot to destroy. No hesitation

Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine held a press briefing and gave an update on Iran war as ceasefire grinds on.

We will shoot to destroy. No hesitation