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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.

New Iranian Pres. begs Supreme Leader not to attack Israel

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.

'Iran is a threat to the entire world'

Israeli, German, defense ministers discuss Iran threat

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaks with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, discussing threats posed by Iran. 'Free world must come together against biggest destabilizer.'

Israeli, German, defense ministers discuss Iran threat

White House sources:

Iran reconsidering attack on Israel

US warned of 'serious consequences' for new Iranian government if tensions in Middle East escalate, Iran delaying attack on Israel due to US pressure, report says.

Iran reconsidering attack on Israel

Pakistani national charged over plot to assassinate Trump

Pakistani national with ties to Iran charged in connection to a foiled assassination plot potentially targeting Trump

Pakistani national charged over plot to assassinate Trump

Is this how Ismail Haniyeh was really assassinated?

New report contradicts claims the bomb that killed Hamas leader was planted 2 months in advance, states 2 IRGC employees planted the bomb the day of the assassination and were smuggled out of Iran before it was detonated.

Is this how Ismail Haniyeh was really assassinated?

Report:

US more concerned about Hezbollah attack than Iranian attack

US seeing Iranian preparations for an attack on Israel in the coming days, but Hezbollah may attack on its own, officials tell CNN.

US more concerned about Hezbollah attack than Iranian attack

J.D. Vance:

'If Harris doesn't pick Josh Shapiro, it's due to antisemitism'

J.D. Vance believes that, 'the fundamental goal of US policy in the Middle East should be to enable Israel and the Sunni Arab states to build on Trump's Abraham Accords and provide a regional counterweight to Iran.'

'If Harris doesn't pick Josh Shapiro, it's due to antisemitism'

House Speaker:

'Biden must release all held up Israeli munitions, deter Iran'

Mike Johnson reacts to rocket attack that left US servicemen injured in Iraq, says US must do more to defend its allies and its troops, make it clear to Iran it will face serious consequences for aggression.

'Biden must release all held up Israeli munitions, deter Iran'

Report:

Putin asks Khamenei to show restraint after Haniyeh assassination

Russian President reportedly asks Iran's Supreme Leader to avoid causing harm to civilians as it responds to assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran.

Putin asks Khamenei to show restraint after Haniyeh assassination

US confirms:

Iran moving launchers ahead of attack on Israel

US identifies military activities in Iran indicating that preparations for an attack on Israel are underway.

Iran moving launchers ahead of attack on Israel

Biden and Harris told:

Still unclear when Iran and Hezbollah could attack Israel

Barak Ravid of Axios reports that US President and Vice President were told by their national security team that it is still unclear when Iran and Hezbollah might attack Israel and what specifically the attack might entail.

Still unclear when Iran and Hezbollah could attack Israel

Report:

Russia delivering advanced air defenses to Iran at its request

Iranian officials quoted by The New York Times confirm that Russia has begun delivering advanced air defense and radar equipment to Iran, after officials in Tehran asked the Kremlin for the arms.

Russia delivering advanced air defenses to Iran at its request

Blinken warns:

'The Middle East is at a critical moment'

US Secretary of State calls on parties in the Middle East to work to ease tensions, claims a Gaza ceasefire would unlock possibilities for more enduring calm.

'The Middle East is at a critical moment'

IDF spokesman:

'No change in the instructions, our finger is on the pulse'

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari issues clarification amid wave of rumors and reports about the Iranian response to the elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in its territory.

'No change in the instructions, our finger is on the pulse'

Trump:

'I'm hearing Iran's going to attack Israel tonight'

Former President says he has heard Iran's attack on Israel will happen tonight, and that Iran would not attack if he was president.

'I'm hearing Iran's going to attack Israel tonight'

Hasid accused of ties to Iran broke down during investigation

Elimelech Stern of Beit Shemesh admits during Shin Bet investigations that he was in contact with Iranian agents, 'I failed big time.'

Hasid accused of ties to Iran broke down during investigation

Iran warns pilots to avoid airspace as Middle East awaits attack

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday an attack could happen within 24 to 48 hours.

Iran warns pilots to avoid airspace as Middle East awaits attack

Biden meets national security team ahead of Iranian attack

US President holds national security meeting in the Situation Room as US and Israel prepare for the expected Iranian attack on the Jewish State.

Biden meets national security team ahead of Iranian attack

Haniyeh's assassination:

The leaked information and the hinted accusations

A Russian Telegram channel hinted that Armenian officials leaked information about the Hamas political leader's location in return for 'tempting offers.'

The leaked information and the hinted accusations

Iran: We don't want war, but must 'punish' Israel

Spokesman for Iranian Foreign Ministry claims his country 'seeks to establish stability' in Middle East, urges international community to support 'punishment' of Israel.

Iran: We don't want war, but must 'punish' Israel

Egypt: We won't help defend against Iranian attack

Egypt working to reduce tensions, but won't be part of military axis against Iran, report says.

Egypt: We won't help defend against Iranian attack

Defense Minister: US military support for Israel 'unprecedented'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stresses importance of US leadership in forming regional coalition, discusses potential attack and defense scenarios in conversation with US Defense Sec. Lloyd Austin.

Defense Minister: US military support for Israel 'unprecedented'

Arab countries to Iran:

Lower intensity of attack on Israel

Jordan, Egypt, working to calm regional tensions, urge Iran to tone down intensity of planned attacks on Israel.

Lower intensity of attack on Israel

Report:

Blinken told G7 Iran could attack Israel as early as Monday

Axios reports that US Secretary of State told his counterparts from the G7 countries that an attack by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel could start as early as Monday.

Blinken told G7 Iran could attack Israel as early as Monday

Amid prep for Iranian response:

Gallant and Austin discuss US moves to support Israel

For the second time in three days, US Secretary of Defense speaks to Defense Minister Gallant, reiterates "ironclad US support for Israel's security and right to self-defense".

Gallant and Austin discuss US moves to support Israel

Iran's Parliament Speaker:

'Our response will be crushing and smart'

Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, says his country's response to the elimination of Hamas politburo chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran would make Israel and its supporters "regret their action".

'Our response will be crushing and smart'

Amid fears of escalation:

Jordan's FM visits Iran, meets senior officials

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi makes rare visit to Iran amid preparations in Israel for Iranian retaliation for elimination of Ismail Haniyeh.

Jordan's FM visits Iran, meets senior officials

Israeli official:

'We are preparing for an attack, they’ll try to wear us out'

Israeli official tells NBC News that Israel is bracing for a potential multiday attack by Iran and Hezbollah following the elimination of two senior terrorists.

'We are preparing for an attack, they’ll try to wear us out'

Fmr. US Ambassador Friedman:

How to avoid a regional war in the Middle East

Former US Ambassador David Freidman believes that if Trump were in power he would threaten devastating harm to Iran's industries if they were to attack.

How to avoid a regional war in the Middle East

Secret Agent Amit Hazeh

Iran falls for Israeli word-play, publishes name of 'assassin'

Iranian media is reporting that authorities have arrested an Israeli agent by the name of 'Amit Hazeh,' a play on words for the Hebrew word for 'the imposter.'

Iran falls for Israeli word-play, publishes name of 'assassin'

US Dep. security advisor:

'US trying to prevent situation from spiraling'

White House Deputy National Security Adviser Jonathan Finer hinted at the Biden Administration's frustration with the eliminations of top Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists.

'US trying to prevent situation from spiraling'

IDF spox on Iranian threat:

'Our readiness for defense is very high'

IDF Spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari discussed preparations for Iranian retaliation for the elimination of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders.

'Our readiness for defense is very high'

Defense Minister Gallant:

'Defense is high and we are prepared for a swift response'

Amid threats of an Iranian attack Minister Gallant visited the Ground Corps Technology Brigade and gave a stern warning: 'If they dare to attack us, they will pay a heavy price.'

'Defense is high and we are prepared for a swift response'

Netanyahu:

'I'm not making changes to the deal, Hamas is'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the government meeting regarding the negotiations for the deal and the Iranian threats of retaliation over the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh.

'I'm not making changes to the deal, Hamas is'

Amid escalation with Iran:

CENTCOM commander arrives in the Middle East

US official tells Axios that General Michael Kurilla's trip to the region was planned before the recent tensions, but he is expected to use the trip to try to mobilize the same coalition that defended Israel against an attack from Iran in April.

CENTCOM commander arrives in the Middle East

Biden:

'I hope Iran will stand down, I don't know'

US President expresses hope Iran will stand down despite its threat to avenge the elimination of Hamas’ political leader Ismail Haniyeh.

'I hope Iran will stand down, I don't know'

IRGC:

'Haniyeh was eliminated by a short-range missile'

The Revolutionary Guards of Iran deny that Ismail Haniyeh was eliminated by an explosive device, and claim that a missile with 7 kg of explosives was fired outside his room.

'Haniyeh was eliminated by a short-range missile'

Iran in turmoil:

Who assassinated Ismail Haniyeh?

The New York Times reported that over 24 people were arrested by the Revolutionary Guards, including senior intelligence and military officers, on suspicion of being involved in the assassination.

Who assassinated Ismail Haniyeh?

Iran:

Hezbollah won't limit itself to military targets

Iranian representative to the United Nations warns that Hezbollah is likely to respond to Fuad Shukr's elimination by choosing 'broader and deeper targets, and will not restrict itself solely to military targets and means.'

Hezbollah won't limit itself to military targets

Amid threats from Iran:

US to bolster military presence in the Middle East

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders aircraft carrier, additional ballistic missile defense-capable cruisers and destroyers to the region amid concerns of regional escalation by Iran or its proxies.

US to bolster military presence in the Middle East

Due to 'escalating situation'

Wizz Air temporarily suspends flights to and from Israel

Wizz Air becomes latest airline to temporarily suspend flights amid concerns over retaliation for recent eliminations of terrorist leaders.

Wizz Air temporarily suspends flights to and from Israel

Israeli journalist:

'Here is where Iran can send their missile'

Journalist Nahum Barnea drew outrage today by suggesting that Iran destroy the Wing of Zion state jet as a symbolic act of revenge on Israel.

'Here is where Iran can send their missile'

Haniyeh boasted of safety in Tehran hours before assassination

Hamas leader boasted of the supremacy and eternity of Islamic civilization in his last interview before he was assassinated in his room in Tehran.

Haniyeh boasted of safety in Tehran hours before assassination

US officials:

'Next Iranian attack could be larger than the previous one'

US officials tell CNN that the US is expecting that an Iranian attack in retaliation for elimination of Haniyeh could be coordinated with Iranian proxies from multiple directions.

'Next Iranian attack could be larger than the previous one'

Iran:

Former FM appointed vice president for strategic affairs

Former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who said both Trump and Netanyahu will end up "the dustbin of history" appointed Iran's vice president for strategic affairs and head of the Center for Strategic Studies.

Former FM appointed vice president for strategic affairs

Biden speaks to Netanyahu:

'Committed to Israel’s security against all threats from Iran'

Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President Biden speak for about 30 minutes amid tensions with Lebanon and Iran. White House: The two discussed new defensive US military deployments to support Israel's defense.

'Committed to Israel’s security against all threats from Iran'

NSC to Israelis:

Take extra caution when abroad

Amid fears of retribution for the eliminations of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders, the National Security Council recommends seriously reconsidering the necessity of traveling to countries for which the travel alerts have been issued with moderate and high threat levels.

Take extra caution when abroad

Israel working on defense coalition ahead of Iranian attack

Israel is working to ensure that the defensive coalition will take action in the case of an Iranian attack.

Israel working on defense coalition ahead of Iranian attack

Report:

Decision to kill Haniyeh made to remove obstacle to hostage deal

New report on assassination of Hamas leader in Tehran says the bomb used to kill him used AI technology, was detonated remotely by Mossad agents.

Decision to kill Haniyeh made to remove obstacle to hostage deal

GOP lawmakers probe Kamala Harris adviser's Iran ties

Sen. Tom Cotton and Rep. Elise Stefanik launch probe into Vice President Kamala Harris's national security adviser Philip Gordon's ties to an Iranian influence network involving suspended Iran Robert Malley.

GOP lawmakers probe Kamala Harris adviser's Iran ties

Netanyahu:

'We will exact a very high price for any aggression against us'

PM holds assessment at IDF Home Front Command, warns Iran against attacking Israel in response to the assassinations of Fuad Shukr and Ismail Haniyeh.

'We will exact a very high price for any aggression against us'

Amb. David Friedman:

'No other civilized nation goes through this, only Israel'

Former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman says he sees the determination of Israelis as the country faces the possibility of a large-scale Iranian and Hezbollah attack.

'No other civilized nation goes through this, only Israel'

Col. Richard Kemp:

'Hamas on its knees, Haniyeh replacement may be more reasonable'

Former commander of British forces in Afghanistan tells Arutz Sheva the assassinations of Ismail Haniyeh and Fuad Shukr are 'very significant,' calls for US to pay $5 million bounty on Fuad Shukr to families of the 12 Druze children he murdered.

'Hamas on its knees, Haniyeh replacement may be more reasonable'

New York Times:

Haniyeh killed by bomb planted months in advance

According to several sources, the Hamas political leader was killed by a bomb that had been planted in the IRGC-run guesthouse approximately two months ago.

Haniyeh killed by bomb planted months in advance

300 days of war:

Israel preparing for Iranian attack

Israel's Aerial Defense Array is on high alert ahead of expected retaliation for death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh and Hezbollah's second-in-command Fuad Shukr.

Israel preparing for Iranian attack

US envoy to Security Council:

'Increase pressure on Iran to stop escalation'

Robert Wood, deputy US ambassador to the UN, calls on members of the Security Council with influence over Iran "to increase pressure on it to stop escalating its proxy conflict against Israel and other actors."

'Increase pressure on Iran to stop escalation'

Report:

Diplomats racing to prevent Middle East war

Financial Times reports that US and EU diplomats are holding urgent discussions in an attempt to convince Tehran to either not respond or to carry out symbolic action against Israel following latest eliminations.

Diplomats racing to prevent Middle East war

Iranian report:

Iranian military adviser killed in Israeli strike in Beirut

Fars news agency reports that Milad Bedi, an Iranian military adviser, was also killed in the Israeli strike in Beirut in which Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr was eliminated.

Iranian military adviser killed in Israeli strike in Beirut

Report:

Iranian Supreme Leader orders direct attack on Israel

The New York Times reported that Iran is considering an attack similar to the one launched in April as retaliation for the elimination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

Iranian Supreme Leader orders direct attack on Israel