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Iran recruits 13-year-old via Telegram for Iranian propaganda

A 13-year-old boy from Tel Aviv was arrested after allegedly being recruited by Iranian operatives through Telegram to carry out graffiti attacks and gather intelligence in exchange for money, including filming the Iron Dome.

Iran recruits 13-year-old via Telegram for Iranian propaganda

Major deal:

Russia to construct eight power plants in Iran

Iran's atomic chief announces that Russia will construct eight new nuclear power plants, with four slated for Bushehr. The move is part of Iran's plan to triple its nuclear energy capacity.

Russia to construct eight power plants in Iran

Iran announces:

Oman to host next round of negotiations with US

Iran's Foreign Ministry announces indirect nuclear talks with the US will continue in Muscat next Sunday, while also deeming Washington's latest proposal unacceptable.

Oman to host next round of negotiations with US

Trump:

'Iran involved in Israel-Hamas hostage talks'

After speaking to Netanyahu, President Trump reveals Iran's involvement in indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a hostage release. He calls Iranians "tough negotiators" on a nuclear deal, citing their unacceptable demands on uranium enrichment.

'Iran involved in Israel-Hamas hostage talks'

Amb. Huckabee urges politicians to prevent elections in Israel

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has reportedly urged senior haredi politicians to refrain from supporting the dissolution of the Israeli government, stressing that political stability is vital for confronting the Iranian threat.

Amb. Huckabee urges politicians to prevent elections in Israel

Iran parliament speaker:

'US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief'

Iran's parliament speaker states that the latest US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief, calling it "dishonest."

'US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief'

Iran claims seizure of Israeli nuclear secrets

Iran’s intelligence agency says it has obtained thousands of secret documents detailing Israel’s nuclear program.

Iran claims seizure of Israeli nuclear secrets

Iran’s Foreign Minister:

'Our response to US proposal is coming soon'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will deliver response to the US nuclear proposal in the coming days, prioritizing Iranian interests. Officials in Israel concerned an agreement would see continued uranium enrichment on Iranian soil.

'Our response to US proposal is coming soon'

Trump admin cracks down on Iranian shadow banking system

US sanctions over 30 individuals and entities in an Iranian "shadow banking" network, accused of laundering billions globally. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent states this system is a "critical lifeline" for Iran's destabilizing activities.

Trump admin cracks down on Iranian shadow banking system

Iran paid suspect to put up banner supporting Ronen Bar

An indictment was filed against an eastern Jerusalem resident for being paid by Iran to put up a sign supporting the outgoing ISA chief over the Prime Minister at the entrance to a Jerusalem tunnel.

Iran paid suspect to put up banner supporting Ronen Bar

Israel assures White House: We will await US green light on Iran

Israel has reportedly assured the White House it will not strike Iranian nuclear facilities unless President Trump indicates negotiations have failed. This comes amid US concerns about a potential Israeli preemptive strike.

Israel assures White House: We will await US green light on Iran

Citing national security

Trump enacts travel ban on 19 countries

President Trump signs a proclamation banning travel from 12 countries, fully restricting entry for their nationals, and partially restricting entry from seven others, citing national security risks.

Trump enacts travel ban on 19 countries

US policy on Iran: Realpolitik or alternatepolitik?

Western policy makers must focus on Iran’s pursuit of nuclear power, but also keep in mind that Iran’s conventional and ballistic power is a chief catalyst of global wars and terrorism. Opinion.

US policy on Iran: Realpolitik or alternatepolitik?

Iran:

Man accused of spying for Israel sentenced to death

The alleged spy was accused of transporting equipment used in the assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

Man accused of spying for Israel sentenced to death

Khamenei to Trump:

'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Iran's Supreme Leader says accepting US proposal to end Iran's nuclear weapons program would violate the principle of Iranian independence, credits predecessor Khomeini for decline of US position in the world and rise of anti-Zionism.

'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Iran open to regional enrichment consortium on home soil

A senior Iranian official indicates Tehran's openness to a US proposal for a regional uranium enrichment consortium, contingent on its operation within Iran.

Iran open to regional enrichment consortium on home soil

White House:

'This President has your back'

'This President will stand up for Americans of all religions, of all faiths, of all creeds; to Jewish Americans at home, across the country, this President has your back,' says White House Press Secretary.

'This President has your back'

Deputy Foreign Minister

'International community must act now to stop Iran'

Deputy FM Haskel addresses Iran’s nuclear threat, rising antisemitic violence, humanitarian effort in Gaza, and France’s unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state, 'Unilateral actions may lead to unilateral actions on Israel’s part too.'

'International community must act now to stop Iran'

Iranian agent in eastern Jerusalem arrested

The ISA and the Israel Police uncovered a suspect from eastern Jerusalem who was allegedly working on behalf of Iran.

Iranian agent in eastern Jerusalem arrested

How Iran recruited a Hasidic agent

New details have been cleared for publication on how Iran persuaded a Vizhnitz Hasid to carry out a series of espionage tasks.

How Iran recruited a Hasidic agent

Report:

US proposes deal allowing Iran to enrich uranium

Latest US proposal would allow Iran to enrich uranium to a low level for an undetermined but limited time in a shift away from the Trump Administration's previous position that Iran cannot be allowed to enrich uranium.

US proposes deal allowing Iran to enrich uranium

Roya Sabat: A case of systematic persecution of Baha’is in Iran

Roya Sabat, a Baha’i citizen residing in the United Arab Emirates, returned to Shiraz in January 2024 to care for her elderly, ailing parents. Then her nightmare began. Opinion.

Roya Sabat:  A case of systematic persecution of Baha’is in Iran

Report:

Iran will reject US proposal for new nuclear deal

Iranian diplomatic source states Iran will reject the Trump Administration's proposal that would see the regime end its uranium enrichment.

Iran will reject US proposal for new nuclear deal

Iran warns Europe:

'Sanctions will be met with retaliation'

Iran issues a stark warning to European powers, threatening retaliation if they exploit the latest UN report on its escalated uranium enrichment to reimpose sanctions.

'Sanctions will be met with retaliation'

Tehran claims:

'IAEA report - baseless accusations fueled by Israel'

Iran strongly objects to the IAEA's new nuclear report, calling it "politically motivated" and blames Israel for supplying "unreliable and misleading information" to the agency.

'IAEA report - baseless accusations fueled by Israel'

Herzog on Iran:

'Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon'

President Herzog reacts to the IAEA's report revealing Iran's accelerated uranium enrichment and non-compliance, urges the international community to "act now to stop Iran," stressing that allowing Iran to possess a nuclear weapon is unacceptable.

'Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon'

Rare Shabbat statement:

PM warns Iran advancing toward nuclear weapons

In rare move, Prime Minister's Office issues English statement on Shabbat, calling on international community to act immediately after an IAEA report reveals Iran's growing stockpile of highly enriched uranium.

PM warns Iran advancing toward nuclear weapons

Diplomatic showdown:

Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Western powers are poised to declare Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations at the upcoming IAEA board meeting, a move anticipated to strain US-Iran talks and anger Tehran.

Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Trump:

'We're very close to an agreement on Gaza'

Trump announces a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal is "very close", says he also believes a nuclear deal with Iran is imminent: "They don't want to be blown up".

'We're very close to an agreement on Gaza'

Negotiating with Iran:

President Trump - do not forget the Iranian people!

The regime’s deepest anxiety stems from the potential resurgence of widespread domestic anger and unrest—from a nation that is oppressed, impoverished, and seething with rage. Opinion.

President Trump - do not forget the Iranian people!

DeSantis warns nuclear talks with Iran are 'hazardous'

Florida Governor voices deep skepticism of the Trump administration's talks with Iran on the regime's nuclear weapons program and says the regime cannot be trusted.

DeSantis warns nuclear talks with Iran are 'hazardous'

ISA foils 85 Iranian cyber attacks against senior officials

The Shin Bet and the National Cyber ​​Directorate foiled 85 phishing attempts by Iranian actors who tried to obtain personal information from senior officials in Israel in various sectors.

ISA foils 85 Iranian cyber attacks against senior officials

'Israel Is doomed to disappear'

Iran’s top adviser meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Iran's Ali Akbar Velayati voices full support for the 'axis of resistance,' calling the Gaza war a 'historic Islamic victory.'

Iran’s top adviser meets Hamas, Islamic Jihad

'Unfair trial'

Iran executes man on charges of spying for Israel

Iran executes Pedram Madani, 41, convicted of spying for Israel, despite pleas from his family and activists who cited an unfair trial. Madani is the second man executed on such charges in two months.

Iran executes man on charges of spying for Israel

After UK's comment

Iranian FM threatens nuclear talks halt

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens to end nuclear talks with European officials after UK Ambassador Peter Mandelson seemingly backed US calls for "zero enrichment" in Iran.

Iranian FM threatens nuclear talks halt

Trump:

I told Netanyahu attack on Iran is not appropriate right now

The President said a military strike would be inappropriate as talks near a resolution, emphasizing that a strong deal with inspections could save lives, but noted that the situation could shift at any moment.

I told Netanyahu attack on Iran is not appropriate right now

Report:

Netanyahu threatens Iran strike amid Trump nuclear talks

As US President Donald Trump pushes for a deal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns time is running out and readies military options, NYT report says. 'Only a deal that dismantles all infrastructure is acceptable.'

Netanyahu threatens Iran strike amid Trump nuclear talks

Report:

Trump to Netanyahu - Avoid actions that could derail Iran talks

President reiterates preference for diplomacy as Israeli officials prepare for potential military action on Iran.

Trump to Netanyahu - Avoid actions that could derail Iran talks

Amid nuclear talks

Iran rules out uranium enrichment suspension

Iran rejects the idea that it will suspend its uranium enrichment, a core US demand in nuclear talks between the sides.

Iran rules out uranium enrichment suspension

'We had very good talks'

Trump hints at positive outcome in talks with Iran

Trump reports "very good talks" with Iran on nuclear issues, expressing optimism for "good news" and "serious progress."

Trump hints at positive outcome in talks with Iran

US official:

Trump administration proposed preliminary nuclear deal to Iran

US official reveals Trump administration offered Iran a temporary deal involving partial sanctions relief in exchange for promising to halt its pursuit of nuclear weapons.

Trump administration proposed preliminary nuclear deal to Iran

Interview with Erfan Fard:

'The Washington murders are potentially linked to Iran'

The weakness of the U.S. intelligence agencies, particularly the FBI and DHS, means they are still ineffective in identifying the regime’s sleeper terrorist cells within U.S. territory. Interview

'The Washington murders are potentially linked to Iran'

Report: Deal reached for release of Israeli academic held in Iraq

Elizabeth Tsurkov, kidnapped by a Shiite militia in March 2023, may soon be freed; Arab media report deal involving her handover to Iraqi authorities.

Report: Deal reached for release of Israeli academic held in Iraq

Iran lashes out: 'Azerbaijan and Israel – two nations, one state'

Iran’s Fars News Agency slams Azerbaijan for awarding 12 points to Israel’s Eurovision entry, being represented by a singer of Jewish descent, using the contest to push anti-Zionist propaganda and attack Baku’s ties with Jerusalem.

Iran lashes out: 'Azerbaijan and Israel – two nations, one state'

‘Limited progress’ reported after US-Iran nuclear talks

US and Iranian negotiators wrap up a fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome, with mediator Oman reporting "some but not conclusive progress."

‘Limited progress’ reported after US-Iran nuclear talks

Iran joins fifth round of nuclear talks 'to gauge US position'

Fifth round of US-Iran nuclear negotiations opens in Rome with Tehran signaling low expectations and Washington holding firm on enrichment ban.

Iran joins fifth round of nuclear talks 'to gauge US position'

Trump and Netanyahu agree:

Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons

Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump hold phone conversation and discuss the murder of the two Israeli Embassy employees, the war in Gaza, and Iran.

Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons

Iran urges UN action over Israeli threats to nuclear facilities

Tehran demands international action over reported Israeli strike plans, warns of proportionate retaliation if threats persist.

Iran urges UN action over Israeli threats to nuclear facilities

Iran, US to resume nuclear talks in Rome

Iran and the United States to hold their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome this week, mediated by Oman. The discussions aim for a new agreement where sanctions relief would curb Iran's nuclear activities.

Iran, US to resume nuclear talks in Rome

Iran cornered: No Plan B as nuclear talks near collapse

Tehran reportedly scrambling without fallback strategy as nuclear talks with the US teeter on the brink of failure, Iranian officials fear the regime cannot withstand continued sanctions.

Iran cornered: No Plan B as nuclear talks near collapse

Iran's Supreme Leader:

'Nuclear talks unlikely to yield any results'

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expresses profound doubt regarding the efficacy of nuclear talks with the United States, warns the US against "speaking nonsense."

'Nuclear talks unlikely to yield any results'

Iran-backed plot near Defense Minister’s home foiled

Two Israelis from Nesher arrested for aiding Iranian handlers, planting surveillance near Minister Katz’s home, and transferring suspected explosive.

Iran-backed plot near Defense Minister’s home foiled

A stark analysis:

New book "Tehran's Dictator" details the reign of Khamenei

Shortly to be published, a new book from an Iranian expert is meant for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of Iran’s theocratic regime. Review.

New book "Tehran's Dictator" details the reign of Khamenei

Iran rejects US demands to end uranium enrichment

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi declared that Iran would persist with its enrichment activities regardless of the outcome of the talks

Iran rejects US demands to end uranium enrichment

Erdan warns:

Dictatorships laugh while Israel is targeted by UN institutions

Fmr. Amb. Gilad Erdan accused the UN of enabling dictatorships and warned that President Trump is making ‘serious mistakes’ by negotiating with Iran and accepting gifts from terror-supporting states.

Dictatorships laugh while Israel is targeted by UN institutions

Huckabee:

All Israel's enemies are servants of the same master — Iran

Speaking at the World Jewish Congress in Jerusalem, US Ambassador Mike Huckabee warns against overlooking Iran's central role in orchestrating threats against Israel.

All Israel's enemies are servants of the same master — Iran

Over ISIS attacks

Iran hands down death sentences

Iran's judiciary issues death sentences for three individuals and jailed several others involved in deadly Islamic State-claimed attacks on the Shah Cheragh shrine in Shiraz.

Iran hands down death sentences

Congressman Lawler:

'World doesn’t understand the horror of Hamas captivity'

Speaking at the Jerusalem Conference in NYC, Rep. Michael Lawler condemns Hamas for holding 58 hostages and calls it “barbaric.” He urges Qatar to exert more pressure and stresses that peace depends on Arab normalization with Israel.

'World doesn’t understand the horror of Hamas captivity'

Tehran stands firm:

'Enrichment is non-negotiable'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declares that uranium enrichment will continue "with or without a deal," even as nuclear talks with the US progress.

'Enrichment is non-negotiable'

Minister Barkat:

'Iran must not sleep well at night'

Speaking at the Jerusalem Conference in NYC, Economy Minister Nir Barkat says military pressure on Hamas increases chances for a hostage deal, warns Iran must "never" get a bomb, and welcomes new legislation branding Qatar a terror-supporting state.

'Iran must not sleep well at night'