Iran

Mark Levin slams Hezbollah talks as ‘an abomination’

The conservative commentator denounced reported Hezbollah negotiations, warning they undermine Israel’s security and strengthen Iran’s influence.

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Iran says Strait of Hormuz closed, US denies

Trump and Pezeshkian sign agreement to open the Strait of Hormuz, end the conflict, grant Iran financial benefits, and begin nuclear negotiations. Live Updates.

Minister Eliyahu slams Trump: 'A diplomatic disgrace'

“The US is racing toward a terrible mistake. Making peace with an absolutely evil regime is a diplomatic disgrace," Minister Eliyahu claimed.

Trump:

Iran will agree to have major weapons inspections

President Trump said Iran has agreed to resume nuclear inspections, though Tehran insisted no new commitments on its nuclear program have yet been made.

Herzog:

No peace possible while Iran arms Hezbollah 'to its neck'

President Isaac Herzog warns that Iran-backed Hezbollah is hijacking Lebanon and ruining peace prospects as US and Iranian officials meet in Switzerland.

Data shows:

Maritime traffic plunge after IRGC re-imposes Hormuz blockade

Maritime traffic plummets through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran re-imposed a strict blockade.

Melanie Phillips: Trump let Tehran dictate the deal

Speaking at the JNS summit, Melanie Phillips criticized President Trump's Iran ceasefire, arguing it handed Tehran the advantage and weakened the West.

Netanyahu responds to Trump

'What would the US do?'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tells JNS International Policy Summit that Israel shattered Iran’s terror axis, changed its security doctrine, and will continue fighting antisemitism worldwide.

Mark Levin:

'At some point, Trump is going to tell Iran 'alright, enough''

American commentator Mark Levin warned Iran cannot be contained, praised Trump and Netanyahu, and called for the regime's destruction.

Netanyahu

'We'll remain in Lebanon, I won't let Iran get nuclear weapons'

Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at the memorial marking 50 years since the fall of his brother Yoni. “We have achieved tremendous accomplishments, and we will not give them up."

Trump threatens Iran:

"I’ll blow them to pieces"

US President Donald Trump told Fox News that Washington could become the “guardian angel" of the Strait of Hormuz and take 20% of the oil.

Vance at negotiations:

We can turn over a new leaf with Iran or go back to old ways

At talks in Switzerland, JD Vance says Trump seeks lasting peace with Iran while stressing regional stability and progress in Lebanon.

Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef:

Trump spurned us due to arrest of yeshiva students

Former Sephardic Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef blames US-Iran memorandum of understanding on arrests of haredi yeshiva students.

Trump insists: Strait of Hormuz will be toll-free

US President Donald Trump reiterates promise that Strait of Hormuz will remain toll-free zone - unless the US decides to impose 'Guardian Angel' tax.

Obama:

USA is in a worse position vs. Iran than before the war

Barack Obama said that despite the ceasefire and the agreement with Iran, the United States is now in a worse situation.

Jewish hero 'marked' by Iranian regime

Pro-Iran narratives target Azerbaijan’s Jewish war hero amid Israel-Baku disinformation row,

Third suspect jailed over 2024 arson at Melbourne synagogue

Australian counter-terrorism units charge a third suspect over an Iranian-directed 2024 arson attack that gutted a prominent Melbourne synagogue.

Trump confirms he asked Israel to agree to Lebanon ceasefire

President Trump reveals he urged Israel to agree to a Lebanon ceasefire, while noting he expects Vice President JD Vance to head to Swiss peace talks with Iran.

Mort Klein on Newsmax:

Trump is saving the Islamic Nazi regime

ZOA President Mort Klein expresses his criticism of the Iran Memorandum of Understanding on Newsmax and says: "Iran was on the verge of collapse"

Senior US official:

Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting at 4:00 p.m.

Despite Netanyahu's forceful statement following the deadly incident, CNN reported, citing a source familiar with the matter, that Israel has no intention of escalating its response.

Dov Hikind attacks Trump:

'I am highly frustrated and disappointed'

Americans Against Antisemitism founder Dov Hikind criticizes Iran agreement and Vice President JD Vance, while urging supporters of Israel to remain measured in their response to Trump.

Mojtaba Khamenei says he approved deal despite disagreements

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei says he agreed to deal with US after being promised 'resistance front' would be preserved.

US announces: Naval blockade on Iran has been lifted

In an official statement, the U.S. military said that, in accordance with President Trump’s directive, enforcement operations of the naval blockade around Iranian ports have been halted.

Vance's message to critics in Israel

US Vice President advises Israeli critics on how he thinks they should treat President Trump in the wake of the Iran deal.

JD Vance attacks, Ben Gvir fires back

US Vice President defends MOU with Iran, criticizes opponents of the agreement in Israel, and calls on Israel “not to go wild" in southern Lebanon.

Amb. Leiter

'If Iran has ballstic missiles they'll attack their neighbors'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter comments on the MOU between the US and Iran, says Israel has faith in President Trump's vision for the Middile East.

Iranian online accounts exposed for impersonating Israelis

A special report by the Diaspora Ministry found that dozens of fake Iranian accounts operated to spread disinformation, exaggerate war damage and undermine public resilience in Israel and worldwide.

'Jews lose'

Antisemites, Iran shills, and isolationists celebrate Iran deal

Nick Fuentes, Tucker Carlson, Trita Parsi, and Hasan Piker among those to praise the Trump-Iran memorandum, portraying it as a victory for Iran and a setback for Israel.

Ted Cruz slams Iran deal:

'Not a good idea to give millions to lunatics'

Senators Ted Cruz and Bill Cassidy condemn President Trump’s Iran deal, labeling its $300 billion fund a historic blunder.

Change of heart:

Lindsey Graham supports US-Iran MOU after meeting Witkoff

Senator Lindsey Graham drops his skepticism to support the US-Iran memorandum, stating it will open the Strait of Hormuz and halt hostilities after a briefing by special envoy Steve Witkoff.

Pakistani PM:

Hormuz to immediately reopen under new US-Iran pact

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif endorses the "Islamabad MoU," confirming a Friday ceremony in Switzerland to initiate technical talks and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran announces start of 60-day clock for talks with US

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says the 60-day clock for US-Iran talks is active after MOU signing, warns Israel against attacking Lebanon.

Iranian negotiator claims:

'Iran won the war against US and Israel'

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declares victory over the US and Israel, claims the Strait of Hormuz has permanently entered a new reality.

Deal in effect:

US and Iran digitally sign memorandum of understanding

The United States and Iran have electronically signed the memorandum of understanding to end the war, with the agreement taking effect immediately.

Iran commits to reopening Strait of Hormuz for just 60 days

The US will lift the naval blockade, remove sanctions, and provide economic assistance to Iran. Tehran declared that it will not develop nuclear weapons.

Aoun insists Lebanon-Israel talks are separate from Iran deal

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said talks with Israel are being conducted independently and are not tied to Iran’s negotiations with the US.

Full Iran MOU revealed:

US pledges sanctions relief, $300B fund, nuclear talks

US official reveals text of 14-point document which outlines a ceasefire, sanctions relief, a proposed $300 billion reconstruction fund, and 60 days of negotiations on Iran's nuclear program.

Trump

'Iran agreed that they will neither produce nor procure nukes'

President Trump discusses the agreement with Iran at the conclusion of the G7 summit in France, says Israel could 'do a better job' with Hezbollah.

Trump:

Deal not final, we can go back to dropping bombs on their heads

President Donald Trump said the US will not invest '10 cents' in Iran, reiterating that the agreement is only a memorandum of understanding.

Huckabee proposes: Deport Hamas and Hezbollah terrorists

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee proposes deportation of terrorists to give Middle East a chance at peace.

Mike Pence warns against Trump's MOU with Iran

The former U.S. vice president attacked the memorandum of understanding with Iran, saying it grants the regime sweeping economic benefits without demanding meaningful reciprocal measures.

'Doomed to fail'

Exiled Iranian crown prince slams US-Iran deal

Visiting London, exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi blasts the upcoming US-Iran peace deal, warning that any agreement leaving the regime in place will fail.

Despite MOU:

IRGC launching nightly drone strikes on ships in Hormuz

A US official reveals that the IRGC has launched multiple attack drones toward commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz every night since Sunday's signed memorandum.

Senate narrowly rejects resolution to restrict Trump's war powers

The Senate narrowly rejects an Iran war powers resolution in a 47-48 vote after Senator John Fetterman breaks party lines.

Vance stresses:

'Iran won't get unfrozen funds without behavior changes'

In an interview with Megyn Kelly, Vice President JD Vance downplays criticism of the US-Iran deal, explaining that regional investment is conditional on Iran changing its behavior.

Iran accuses Israel of '84 violations,' threatens harsh response

The Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters claims that Israel is continuing military activity in southern Lebanon and warns of a response from the Iranian armed forces.

Report

Revealed draft of deal shows dramatic benefits for Iran

According to the report, the United States will lift sanctions, allow Iranian oil exports, and work to release frozen assets.

The first gift to Iran is already on the way

Sources familiar with the details of the agreement said that the US intends to grant Iran immediate sanctions relief on oil and fuel exports as soon as the agreement is signed.

Protests outside Iranian World Cup match with New Zealand

The match between Iran and New Zealand was accompanied by sharp political protests outside the stadium and in the stands as the deal between the USA and Iran is brought into effect.

'Syria would do a better job'

Trump condemns Israel's strategy in Lebanon

President Donald Trump criticized Israel's campaign against Hezbollah, urging greater restraint while insisting Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons.

IAF commander reveals:

Major strike on Iran halted an hour before take-off

Major General Omer Tischler revealed that the entire Air Force was preparing to take off for Iran, but was stopped as the pilots were being briefed due to US pressure.

Report:

CIA Director doubts Iran’s intentions on US deal

Axios reports that CIA Director Ratcliffe and Secretary of State Rubio have raised alarms over leaked intelligence showing Iran's internal discussions directly contradict its public peace promises.

'Fake News'

Trump slams claims of unconditional millions for Iran

President Donald Trump states that Iran has agreed to never possess a nuclear weapon, dismissing reports of a multi-million dollar payout as "fake news," a stance echoed by his adviser.

Vance:

US-Iran peace memorandum is just 'a page and a half' long

Vice President JD Vance describes the US-Iran MOU as a general "page and a half" document requiring Tehran to stop funding regional terror proxies to get benefits.

'A carrot, not a handout'

Trump adviser slams 'Iran investment fund' rumors

Trump adviser Alex Bruesewitz denies claims of an unconditional $300 billion handout to Iran as part of the deal with the US, clarifying that investment incentives depend on ending nuclear and terror programs.

Netanyahu:

'We've removed the threat to annihilate Israel'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conference and responds for the first time to the US-Iran agreement and its implications.

ZOA: Trump’s Iran deal gives Tehran time to rearm

The Zionist Organization of America praised President Trump’s military action but warned the emerging Iran deal could strengthen Tehran.

Senior US official

Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon not a condition for deal

A senior American official said that an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon is not a condition for the agreement between the US and Iran.

Interview:

'The Iranians took advantage of all of Trump's weaknesses'

Professor Eytan Gilboa says the emerging US-Iran agreement weakens Israeli security and is unlikely to curb Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.

Smotrich

Agreement with Iran is bad; The test now is Lebanon

At a Religious Zionism faction meeting, Bezalel Smotrich declared that following the emerging agreement with Iran, the main arena in which Israel will be tested is Lebanon.