Gallant to Joint Chiefs of Staff:
'Iranian aggression at an all-time high'
Defense Minister meets US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Charles Brown. 'We must work together to achieve and project groundbreaking capabilities in all arenas.'
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Pentagon:
Danger of Iranian attack on Israel remains
Pentagon spokesperson Air Force Major General Patrick Ryder warns statements by Iranian officials suggest the threat of an attack continues even after Israel's pre-emptive strike on Hezbollah yesterday.
Ofir Akunis:
'If Iran is planning to attack us - we are ready'
Ofir Akunis, Consul General of Israel in New York, speaks to CBS News New York's Marcia Kramer: Hamas wants us to withdraw from the Gaza Strip because they want to continue to attack Israel. We will not allow a second October 7.
House Speaker:
'Iran and its terror groups must be held accountable'
US House Speaker Mike Johnson urges Biden administration to send weapons to Israel and impose sanctions on Iran in wake of Israel's preemptive strike on Hezbollah.
Hezbollah publishes footage of strike to Meron base
Hezbollah publishes footage of strike on IDF base in Meron, using an Iranian Almas missile.
Iran's new Foreign Minister seeks dialogue with the EU
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who negotiated 2015 nuclear deal, says Iran welcomes relations with the European Union "in an environment based on mutual respect".
US officials:
Sinwar trapped underground, running low on supplies
According to the Washington Post, the Hamas leader wants a deal but is 'playing a waiting game,' hoping Iran or Hezbollah attack Israel.
New Iranian Cabinet:
Former nuclear negotiator to serve as Iran's FM
Iran’s parliament approves President Masoud Pezeshkian’s new Cabinet, which includes Abbas Araqchi, who will be Iran’s foreign minister and was a member of the negotiating team that reached the 2015 nuclear deal.
The cause of the helicopter crash that killed Iranian President
The investigation into the helicopter accident that killed President Ebrahim Raisi found that it was caused by poor weather conditions and the pilot's inability to handle the load on the helicopter.
IDF confirms:
Member of Iran's Quds Force eliminated in Lebanon
Khalil al-Maqdah and brother Mounir collaborated on behalf of the IRGC, are involved in the direction of terror attacks as well as the smuggling of weapons and funds designated for terrorist activities into Judea and Samaria, IDF report says.
Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq:
'We will resume targeting US forces'
Iranian-backed militias in Iraq announce they are ending the truce that was meant to give the Iraqi government time to negotiate the withdrawal of US troops from the country.
Iranian commander:
'We will punish Israel in due time and place'
Deputy Commander of IRGC, Brigadier General Ali Fadavi, vows his country will punish Israel for the elimination of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh.
US government concludes:
Iran behind hacking of Trump's campaign
The US government concludes the Iranian government also attempted to target the Biden-Harris campaign.
The real reason Iran has not yet attacked Israel a second time
Israel has held back from what would be the quickest way to bring about regime change. The days of the current Iranian regime are numbered. They have caused enough destruction in the world. The Iranian People deserve better.
The mirage of reform in Iran's eternal theocracy
The real losers in this political charade are the Iranian people, who continue to suffer under economic strain, social restrictions, and political repression. Op-ed.
US official:
'Iran will face cataclysmic consequences if it attacks Israel'
US official warns Iran against derailing momentum toward a Gaza truce by striking Israel in response to the killing of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh.
Report:
Iran to delay Israel attack while ceasefire talks are ongoing
Officials tell The New York Times that Israeli intelligence has assessed that both Iran and Hezbollah have lowered the level of alertness in their rocket and missile units.
Gallant speaks to Austin
'Our enemies have to think twice before making any move'
Defense Minister speaks to US Defense Secretary "about the powerful reflection of US solidarity with Israel" amid preparations for a possible Iranian attack.
FM Katz to British and French:
'We expect international coalition to join attack on Iran'
Foreign Minister Israel Katz made it clear to his British and French counterparts that if Iran attacks, Israel expects an international coalition led by the US, UK, and France to strike back with Israel.
John Kirby:
'Iran has not backed down from its threat to attack Israel'
White House National Security Council spokesman tells CNN that US intelligence indicates that Iran has not backed down from its threat to attack Israel.
Bennett on the war in Gaza:
'I see words that send one message, and actions to the contrary'
Former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett tells New York Times columnist that Israel needs to 'knock out' Hamas, take aim at Iran.
Massive cyber-attack on Iran's major banks
The attack significantly disrupted the financial activities in the country and it is still unclear if the Iranians have managed to overcome it.
Israeli FM:
Attack on Iranian woman reveals Iran's 'murderous dictatorship'
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz condemns Iranian police attack on mother of two in Noor, Iran, urges world, 'Stop Iran now — before it's too late.'
Report: Iran using civilian aircraft for weapons smuggling
Well-known airline smuggling Iranian weapons and fighters to Syria, Lebanon.
Iran to resume testing detonators for nuclear bombs
Iran working to advance nuclear program by constructing missiles capable of carrying nuclear warhead, detonators for nuclear bombs, Iran International reports.
Pentagon spokesman:
'Iran attack on Israel is certainly possible this week'
Pentagon spokesman Pat Ryder tells reporters the threat from Iran needs to be taken seriously so more resources are being maneuvered to the region.
Blinken delays Middle East trip amid regional uncertainty
US Secretary of State will not travel to the region as planned due to the uncertainty about the situation, according to Barak Ravid of Axios.
Biden expects Iran not to attack if a ceasefire is reached
US President says he expects Iran to back down from its threats to attack Israel if the summit aimed at securing a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas this week is successful.
Iranian woman shot, left paralyzed for violating hijab laws
Iranian police attempt to pull over 31-year-old woman to confiscate her car, a punishment for violating hijab and dress laws, shoot her and leave her paraplegic and possibly permanently paralyzed.
Iranian officials say Iran may not attack if ceasefire reached
3 Iranian officials tell Reuters Iran may delay or even call off its planned attack against Israel if this week's talks on a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are successful.
Report:
Blinken to visit Israel as part of Middle East trip
Barak Ravid of Axios reports US Secretary of State Antony will visit Qatar, Egypt and Israel, but the trip is not yet final.
British PM to Iranian President:
'Refrain from attacking Israel'
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, urges him to refrain from attacking Israel and says war is not in anyone's interest.
Iranian Pres. rebuffs German chancellor's call to de-escalate
Masoud Pezeshkian insists Iran has the right to 'respond to aggressors' in phone conversation with German leader Olaf Scholz. 'Iran will never give in to pressure.'
Foreign Minister Katz:
'It's time for democracies to stand with Israel against Iran'
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz calls on the international community to stand with Israel and combat all of Iran's malign influence throughout the Middle East.
IDF Spokesperson:
'We are prepared to intercept threats in real-time'
IDF Spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari delivered a press briefing on Monday evening addressing the threat of imminent attack by Iran and Hezbollah, says not change to Home Front Command instructions.
Report:
IDF put on high alert after preparations for Iranian attack seen
Israel observes Iran and Hezbollah preparing to attack the Jewish State, but timing of attack still uncertain, sources tell the Wall Street Journal.
Report:
Fear Iran will attack Israel in the next 24 hours
Fears grow that Iran will attack Israel during the Tisha B'Av fast, Fox News reports.
Foreign Minister Katz:
'Iran establishing new front on Israel's eastern border'
Minister of Foreign Affairs Israel Katz explained how Iran is working to smuggle weapons and funds from Jordan to terrorists in Judea and Samaria who carry out attacks in central Israel.
IAF commander's order amid fear of Iranian attack
Commander of the Israeli Air Force Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar has ordered the suspension of overseas leave for IAF career service members.
Netanyahu to cabinet:
'These are fateful days, don't publicly discuss security matters'
As Israel braces for attacks by Iran and Hezbollah, Prime Minister Netanyahu has instructed his cabinet ministers not to openly discuss matters of defense.
Iran:
Sentences for journalists who covered Amini's death reduced
Iranian courts reduce jail terms for two female journalists who covered death of 22-year-old while in custody and were charged with collaborating with the United States.
Iran:
Former Foreign Minister resigns from the government
Mohammad Javad Zarif, appointed Iran’s vice president for strategic affairs just days ago, resigns from President Masoud Pezeshkian’s cabinet.
Gallant to Austin:
Iran is getting ready for a large-scale attack
Axios reports that the Israeli intelligence community's updated assessment is that Iran is poised to attack Israel directly in retaliation for the elimination of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran and is likely to do it within days.
Iranian official:
The reason Iran has not yet attacked Israel
An Iranian official told a diplomatic source that his country has not yet retaliated for the elimination of Ismail Haniyeh since it is working to stop security breaches that led to it and because of the US military presence in the region.
Iranian MP claims:
Attack on Israel will last several days
Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani, who serves on the Iranian Parliament's National Security Commission, says Iran's attack on Israel could last 3-4 days.
Iran blamed for hack of Trump campaign
Trump campaign confirms hack, theft of campaign documents, blames Iranian attempts to interfere in US elections.
After threats to attack Israel
Biden to Iran: Don't
US President asked what his message is to Iran after its threats to retaliate for elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh: Don't.
IRGC:
'Khamenei's order to harshly punish Israel will be carried out'
Revolutionary Guards deputy commander says Iran is set to carry out an order by Supreme Leader to “harshly punish” Israel for elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
Estimate:
Iran's next attack won't be larger than the attack in April
Impending Iranian attack expected to be similar to April attack, following international pressure not to launch largescale attack on Israel.
Austin updates Gallant on F-22 deployment
US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister Gallant, updates him on US F-22 Raptors that arrived in the Middle East amid tensions with Iran and Hezbollah.
Report:
US warned Iran of 'devastating blow' if it strikes Israel
A US official said that a message was directly conveyed to Iran warning that its government and economy would suffer if it launched a massive attack on Israel.
ISA reveals:
The profiles that Iran uses to try to enlist Israelis
The ISA revealed a partial list of fake social media profiles and groups that are used by Iranian intelligence to try to enlist Israelis for espionage operations.
Report: Iran not planning to attack Israel in the near future
US officials tell Politico that Iran may be 'rethinking' its plan to launch multi-pronged attack on Israel.
Saudi Arabian official:
'Haniyeh elimination a blatant violation of Iran's sovereignty'
In first remarks by a Saudi official on Haniyeh elimination, Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Foreign Minister says it was a "blatant violation" of Iran's sovereignty.
Macron to Netanyahu:
'Avoid a cycle of reprisals in the Middle East'
French President urges Netanyahu to "avoid a cycle of reprisals that would put the populations and stability of the region at risk", after making a similar plea to Iranian counterpart.
Report:
Hezbollah could strike Israel independent of Iran
Sources tell CNN Hezbollah looks increasingly like it may strike Israel independent of whatever Iran may intend to do, adding Hezbollah is moving faster than Iran in its planning.
Iran carries out mass hanging outside Tehran
29 prisoners were hanged, 26 of them in one prison, by the Islamic Republic, the first mass execution in Iran since 2009.
Ritchie Torres:
'When Iran calls to destroy Israel, no one cries 'escalation''
New York Democratic Congressman says selective accusations of 'escalation' are only made when Israel defends itself for Iran and its terrorist proxies, not when it is attacked or threatened.
Report:
New Iranian Pres. begs Supreme Leader not to attack Israel
Iranian opposition media reports that newly inaugurated President Masoud Pezeshkian begged Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei not to attack Israel for fear Iran could be devastated in a regional war.
Bennett on ABC:
'Iran is a threat to the entire world'
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett explains that the Iranian regime wants to fight the entire Western world and therefore must be destroyed.
