Iran

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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 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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Trump:

'Iran's economy is totally shot, it’s just a question of time'

US President says Iran's economy is “totally shot" after US strikes and claims Washington now controls the Strait of Hormuz as Iran struggles to respond.

Netanyahu on Iran:

'We will defeat this regime, it will fall'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells i24NEWS that Israel is working to bring down the Iranian regime: “We will defeat this regime."

Trump:

'Iran conflict will not be very much longer'

President Trump says the Iran conflict will not last much longer, while warning Tehran that the US is prepared to launch another heavy strike.

‘I will take care of Israel’

Trump reassures Israel after US strikes Iran

US President Donald Trump reassures Israel following renewed US-Iran hostilities: 'Israel should not worry. You know why? Because I’m the president, and I will take care of Israel.'

Iran threatens to ‘shatter’ US

Tehran escalates threats after US strikes, demanding compensation for passage through the Strait of Hormuz as IRGC reports attacks on US assets across region.

‘Our planes are ready’

Katz warns Iran could attack on Jewish holidays

Defense Minister Israel Katz says mounting pressure on Tehran could trigger direct confrontation, stressing Israel is prepared for defense and attack in coordination with US.

Bessent:

'US will economically asphyxiate Iran until it agrees to a deal'

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the US will “economically asphyxiate" Iran by targeting IRGC assets until Tehran agrees to a peace deal.

Trump:

'I couldn't care less If Iran signs a worthless agreement'

President Trump rejects reports he is forcing Iran back to talks, saying he prefers the US position: Their economy is totally collapsing.

Designed to hit US carriers

Report: Russia secretly helped Iran develop missiles

A Financial Times report says Russia secretly helped Iran develop advanced missiles designed to strike US Navy aircraft carriers in the Middle East.

After US strikes

Iran fires missiles at US bases in Jordan

Iran launches ballistic missiles toward US bases in Jordan after American strikes on Iran.

Trump

'If Iran retaliates, it will be struck even harder'

US President comments on US strikes in Iran, warns Iran not to further escalate the conflict.

US launches strikes in Iran in Strait of Hormuz area

The US has reportedly begun launching airstrikes in Iran.

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Trump announces economic campaign against Iran

Days after Israel braces for escalation, US pauses strikes on Iran, returning to negotiating table. Live Updates.

Bessent:

'US sanctions aim to force Iran back to negotiating table'

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says sanctions and the Iran blockade are designed to force Tehran back to talks and abandon its nuclear program.

Vance: Iran’s leaders are 'really crazy'

Vice President JD Vance calls Iran’s leaders “really crazy", says US is working to keep oil and commercial traffic moving through Hormuz.