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US House again votes to halt Trump's war with Iran

US House votes for a third time to end Trump's Iran war, with seven Republicans joining Democrats ahead of the November midterm elections.

US House again votes to halt Trump's war with Iran

German Chancellor to Iran:

'End Hormuz blockade and halt nuclear program'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urges Iran to end the Hormuz blockade, halt its nuclear program and prevent the conflict from spreading into Iraq.

'End Hormuz blockade and halt nuclear program'

Iran attack threat

US warns Americans: Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia

US urges Americans to reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia, citing missile and drone threats from Iran and the Houthis.

US warns Americans: Reconsider travel to Saudi Arabia

Vance:

'US-Iran war will enter much different phase within months'

Vice President JD Vance says the US-Iran conflict will enter a “much different phase" within months as Washington pressures Tehran and restores traffic through Hormuz.

'US-Iran war will enter much different phase within months'

US, Israeli, Arab military chiefs hold secret meeting in Germany

US, Israeli and Arab military chiefs hold secret Germany meeting on ongoing conflict with Iran and broader regional tensions.

US, Israeli, Arab military chiefs hold secret meeting in Germany

Pentagon reveals cost of war in Iran

A new Pentagon inspector general report reveals ammunition shortages, major aircraft losses and Iranian strikes on a key US Navy hub.

Pentagon reveals cost of war in Iran

US blocks Iran nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna

US blocks an exemption allowing Iran's nuclear chief to attend an IAEA meeting, citing UN sanctions and Tehran's lack of nuclear cooperation.

US blocks Iran nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna

Iranian official:

'No talks with US until Iran's conditions are met'

Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei rejects Trump's mixed signals on talks.

'No talks with US until Iran's conditions are met'

Pezeshkian:

'Iran ready for nuclear talks if US lifts sanctions'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran is ready for nuclear talks with Washington if the US lifts sanctions and abandons unilateral pressure.

'Iran ready for nuclear talks if US lifts sanctions'

US calls claim false

Iran says tanker hit naval mine near Hormuz

Iran says an oil tanker struck a naval mine near the Strait of Hormuz, while CENTCOM says the vessel was hit by an Iranian missile and drone.

Iran says tanker hit naval mine near Hormuz

Iran: Israel is the ‘only winner’ of regional tensions

Tehran calls for dialogue with Gulf states as Saudi Arabia postpones planned Oman meeting, Iran International report says.

Iran: Israel is the ‘only winner’ of regional tensions

IAEA: Almost no nuclear inspections in Iran for six months

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns inspectors have had virtually no access to Iran’s nuclear facilities for six months, raising 'serious proliferation' concerns.

IAEA: Almost no nuclear inspections in Iran for six months

Against Israel and US:

Report: Iran turns to Russia for upgraded drones

Tehran seeking advanced Russian-made versions of its own Shahed drones, report says.

Report: Iran turns to Russia for upgraded drones

Report:

Trump wants Iran talks focused on nuclear program, not Hormuz

The Trump administration wants future Iran talks limited to the nuclear issue as Tehran seeks resolution of the Strait of Hormuz dispute, CNN reports.

Trump wants Iran talks focused on nuclear program, not Hormuz

Who is running Iran?

Report reveals chaos at the top of the regime

NYT report reveals deep divisions in Iran over war and US talks, as officials question Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s role and authority.

Report reveals chaos at the top of the regime

Trump links 9/11 war on terror to ongoing war against Iran

Trump marks 9/11 anniversary at Pentagon, linking the war on terror to the fight against Iran and vowing the US will never forget the attacks.

Trump links 9/11 war on terror to ongoing war against Iran

After destroying tunnels:

Zamir issues stark warning to Hezbollah

IDF Chief Eyal Zamir warns Hezbollah against rebuilding its capabilities after troops dismantled a major underground terror network built with Iranian aid.

Zamir issues stark warning to Hezbollah

US official confirms:

Iranian attack damaged US warplanes at Jordan air base

A US official confirms a CBS report that an Iranian missile attack damaged an A-10 and about eight F-15s at a US air base in Jordan.

Iranian attack damaged US warplanes at Jordan air base

Trump:

'I have no regrets over Iran war, I'd do it again'

Trump says he would make the same decision to strike Iran's nuclear sites, warning Tehran will not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.

'I have no regrets over Iran war, I'd do it again'

Expanded economic campaign

US sanctions Hezbollah, Iran proxy networks

The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah and Iranian proxy networks as Washington expands its campaign to cut Tehran off from financial support.

US sanctions Hezbollah, Iran proxy networks

Netanyahu:

Iran is trying to rearm, I won't let them have nuclear weapons

Speaking at the Western Wall ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Netanyahu pledges Iran will not obtain nuclear weapons as long as he remains Prime Minister.

Iran is trying to rearm, I won't let them have nuclear weapons

IAEA confirms:

Signs of activity at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says remote imagery shows movement at Iran’s fortified Pickaxe Mountain site, but inspectors still do not know what is underway.

Signs of activity at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site

Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, face a blow unlike any before

Defense Minister sends New Year wishes to Iran's Jews, warns Tehran any attack on Israel will trigger devastating response.

Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, face a blow unlike any before

American fighter jets damaged in Iranian attack

In a recent Iranian attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, about eight F-15 fighter jets sustained minor damage and have already been returned to service.

American fighter jets damaged in Iranian attack

'We'll hit them very hard'

Trump warns Iran over Pickaxe activity

Trump warns Iran against nuclear activity at Pickaxe Mountain: I would advise them not to get cute.

Trump warns Iran over Pickaxe activity

Report:

Trump aides warn Iran war could last through end of his term

Senior Trump advisers have privately warned the Iran war could continue until 2029, despite his public assurances that the conflict will end soon, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Trump aides warn Iran war could last through end of his term

Rubio:

'Iran will continue to pay price for attacks on US ships'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran will face further consequences for attacks on US ships as Washington maintains economic pressure on Tehran.

'Iran will continue to pay price for attacks on US ships'

Trump reveals when he thinks the Iran war will end

President Trump predicts the Iran war will end after November’s midterms, accusing Tehran of trying to influence the vote and warning of more US strikes.

Trump reveals when he thinks the Iran war will end

After 20 years:

IAEA sends Iran nuclear case to UN Security Council

IAEA Board refers Iran to the UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years over Tehran’s failure to cooperate with a probe into undeclared uranium.

IAEA sends Iran nuclear case to UN Security Council

Katz:

‘When necessary, we’ll strike Iran a third time’

From Mount Hermon, Defense Minister Katz vows Israel will remain in the Syrian security zone and warns that Iran could face a third Israeli strike.

‘When necessary, we’ll strike Iran a third time’

Iran’s new demands from US: $24 billion, Yemen, Lebanon and nukes

IRGC says war with the US could end if Washington meets Tehran’s demands on frozen assets, nuclear and missile programs, Yemen and Lebanon.

Iran’s new demands from US: $24 billion, Yemen, Lebanon and nukes

Iran’s oil lifeline is collapsing as exports plunge 85%

Iran’s oil shipments are plunging, tanker reserves are rapidly shrinking, and China is seeking alternative suppliers.

Iran’s oil lifeline is collapsing as exports plunge 85%

Iran hits Jordan bases after US strikes Iranian oil tankers

Iran launches missiles towards two military bases in Jordan. Missiles visible across Israel but were not directed at it.

Iran hits Jordan bases after US strikes Iranian oil tankers

Rubio warns Iran:

'Every time they attack US ships, they will lose tankers'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns Iran that Washington will retaliate for every attempted attack on US assets amid escalating regional tensions.

'Every time they attack US ships, they will lose tankers'

American Jewish jeweler freed after 4 years in Iran

The 71-year-old New Yorker walked out of Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison after years behind bars.

American Jewish jeweler freed after 4 years in Iran

Iran’s new warning to US:

Missiles, ‘economic warfare’ and Gulf exclusion zone

Tehran threatens a new Persian Gulf exclusion zone and missile attacks on US forces as Washington’s blockade chokes Iranian oil exports.

Missiles, ‘economic warfare’ and Gulf exclusion zone

CENTCOM:

'US forces redirected 94 vessels to enforce Iran blockade'

CENTCOM says US forces redirected 94 commercial vessels and boarded two as Washington enforces its maritime blockade against Iran. Trump: Oil prices will drop when we win the war.

'US forces redirected 94 vessels to enforce Iran blockade'

US Energy Secretary:

'Iran nuclear deal may not be reached'

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says in TV interviews that Washington may prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons by destroying its capabilities rather than reaching a deal.

'Iran nuclear deal may not be reached'

Iran to establish 'prohibited zone' near Strait of Hormuz

Iran says it will establish a “prohibited zone" near the Strait of Hormuz as petrol prices rise and US economic and military pressure intensifies.

Iran to establish 'prohibited zone' near Strait of Hormuz

‘Don’t mess with us’:

Netanyahu warns Iran of crushing response

Netanyahu warns Iran against attacking Israel, says its regime is weak and faltering, and vows to complete a mission that will reshape the Middle East.

Netanyahu warns Iran of crushing response

Report

Hezbollah abandoned Ali al-Taher Ridge on Iran’s orders

The terrorist organization withdrew from the Ali al-Taher Ridge and left it to Israeli forces rather than hand the territory over to the Lebanese Army, on orders from the Iranian regime.

Hezbollah abandoned Ali al-Taher Ridge on Iran’s orders

Sanders calls for end to Iran war, cites rising gas prices

Sen. Bernie Sanders calls for an end to the Iran war, saying the conflict is driving up gasoline prices and “wreaking havoc" on the US economy.

Sanders calls for end to Iran war, cites rising gas prices

Watch:

US forces destroy Iranian oil tanker in Gulf of Oman

CENTCOM announces US forces destroyed three Iranian oil tankers after the IRGC launched ballistic missiles at two US Navy ships.

US forces destroy Iranian oil tanker in Gulf of Oman

Iran plots to keep US under pressure until November elections

Arab diplomats say Tehran may prolong its controlled escalation with the United States to pressure President Trump ahead of the midterm elections.

Iran plots to keep US under pressure until November elections

US sanctions Turkish bank over Iran, IRGC financial network

US Treasury sanctions a Turkish bank and two subsidiaries, accusing them of helping Iran and the IRGC-QF move tens of millions of dollars.

US sanctions Turkish bank over Iran, IRGC financial network

Report:

Trump developing plan to contain Iran, expand Israel ties

The Trump administration is drafting a post-war Middle East strategy focused on containing Iran, advancing Gaza plans and expanding Israel normalization, according to Axios.

Trump developing plan to contain Iran, expand Israel ties

Trump warns Iran:

'We may hit Pickaxe very soon'

President Trump warns the US could soon strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain facility, while calling the conflict a limited "military conflict."

'We may hit Pickaxe very soon'

Over nuclear program

US and allies push for UN action against Iran

The US, Britain, France and Germany are seeking an IAEA resolution referring Iran to the UN Security Council over its nuclear program.

US and allies push for UN action against Iran

Report:

IRGC launches ballistic missile attack on US bases in Jordan

Iranian media report an IRGC ballistic missile attack on US bases in Jordan, but a US official says there is currently no knowledge of any attack.

IRGC launches ballistic missile attack on US bases in Jordan

Report:

South Korea preparing military deployment to Strait of Hormuz

South Korea is reportedly preparing to deploy military assets to the Strait of Hormuz, while Seoul says no final deployment decision has been made.

South Korea preparing military deployment to Strait of Hormuz

Trump:

'Iran was weeks away from nuclear weapon before US strikes'

In an interview with British journalist Bev Turner, Trump says Iran was weeks from a nuclear weapon before US strikes, which destroyed key sites and left the regime in serious trouble.

'Iran was weeks away from nuclear weapon before US strikes'

Vance:

'US won’t talk to Iran until it stops attacking commercial ships'

Vice President JD Vance says the US will not resume talks with Iran until Tehran stops attacking commercial ships: “Stop acting like crazy people."

'US won’t talk to Iran until it stops attacking commercial ships'

Report

Oman quietly rejects Iran plan for Strait of Hormuz

Despite Iran's claims that an agreement has been reached to jointly charge fees to transit the Strait of Hormuz, Muscat has backed away from the talks.

Oman quietly rejects Iran plan for Strait of Hormuz

Netanyahu to IDF brass:

Iran regime change is Israel’s ‘main task’

Netanyahu tells IDF generals Iran's regime is weaker than ever, declaring that toppling it is Israel's main remaining mission and is 'within arm's reach.'

Iran regime change is Israel’s ‘main task’

Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, we’ll send you back to the Stone Age

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Tehran that any attack will risk devastating strikes on Iran’s military, civilian and energy infrastructure.

Katz to Iran: Attack Israel, we’ll send you back to the Stone Age

Threats of major attack

Iran implies that IRGC operatives are in Hezbollah stronghold

Iran reportedly warned the US of a major response if Israel attacks Ali al-Taher, where IRGC personnel are said to be positioned alongside Hezbollah.

Iran implies that IRGC operatives are in Hezbollah stronghold

Report: Trump weighs declaring end to Iran war

US President Donald Trump reportedly leans toward announcing end to fighting; US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signs order for 50,000 US troops to remain deployed across Middle East.

Report: Trump weighs declaring end to Iran war

Rubio:

'Iran will never be allowed to possess a nuclear weapon'

Speaking to Fox News, Secretary of State says Iran will never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon, while warning the US will keep targeting threats to shipping and its forces.

'Iran will never be allowed to possess a nuclear weapon'

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US forces enforce naval blockade on Iran

CENTCOM releases video showing US forces enforcing the Iran naval blockade, saying 86 vessels were redirected, three disabled and two boarded.

US forces enforce naval blockade on Iran

Report:

Witkoff held secret meeting with UAE security chief over Iran

Axios reports that White House envoy Steve Witkoff secretly met UAE security chief Sheikh Tahnoon in Sardinia as Washington intensifies economic pressure on Iran.

Witkoff held secret meeting with UAE security chief over Iran