New Yorker: Trump's top general persuaded him not to strike Iran
It appears Trump's military aides talked the former president out of attacking Iran during his last days in office.
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Another Israeli ship attacked in the Gulf of Oman, Iran continues to increase enrichment
In the third such strike in over the last few months, another Israeli-owned ship was shelled, avoiding injuries or damage.
Shimon Peres's secret
In 2014, former President Shimon Peres revealed a secret to two journalists. What was it?
Netanyahu: We won't allow Iran to obtain nukes
Israel 'ready to face any threat' and will not allow Iran to gain nuclear weapons, no matter what, Netanyahu says.
Barak won't be investigated for comments on Iran
Attorney General rules out criminal investigation against former Defense Minister over his comments on a possible Israeli attack on Iran.
Bush: Give Israel 'sophisticated equipment'
Republican candidate says Arab world view America as weak, suggests Israel should be given capacity to strike Iran.
Carter: Deal Makes Military Option More Effective
American Defense Secretary argues the Iran nuclear deal will leave Washington with a more effective military option if necessary.
Not Striking Iran in Time 'Greatest Failure Ever'
Dr. Uzi Arad, who was National Security Advisor when the strike was mulled, is livid over revelations on why it was aborted.
Barak: Ya'alon and Steinitz Nixed Iran Strike
Former Defense Minister claims Israel planned to strike Iran's nuclear facilities in 2011, but Ministers Ya'alon and Steinitz refused.
Iranian Accuses Americans of Violating Deal
Senior Iranian official says Washington violating nuclear deal by stating that military option is still on the table.
Carter: Iran Deal Doesn't Prevent Military Option
American Defense Secretary says nuclear deal does not mean military action is off the table to stop Iran from obtaining the bomb.
White House: Military Options on Iran Available
White House spokesman says military options remain available regarding Iran, but the administration is pursuing diplomacy first.
Dempsey: We Can Strike Iran Despite S-300 Sale
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says Washington knows all about the system Russia is selling to Iran.
Obama Official: IAF Shoot-down Story Totally False
White House denies Kuwaiti paper's claim that the threat deterred Israel from dispatching warplanes into Iranian airspace.
Gantz: We Were Never Ordered to Strike Iran
Newly retired chief of staff hints that he opposed Iran strike, influencing the political echelon to avoid the move.
'Obama Threatened to Shoot Down IAF Iran Strike'
Kuwaiti paper claims unnamed Israeli minister with good ties with the US administration 'revealed the attack plan to John Kerry.'
Iran Threatens to Annihilate Israel
Senior Iranian commander says that any American attack on Iran will result in “the annihilation of the Israeli regime”.
Dempsey: Israel Knows We'll Strike Iran if Need Be
Israel and the United States are in agreement about the Iranian threat, says chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Report: IDF Preparing for Armed Conflict with Iran
Newspaper claims top government officials allotted billions of shekels to IDF for possible war with Iran in 2014. But is it true?
Iranian Warns Americans Against Attacking
An Iranian lawmaker threatens to turn U.S. bases to "graveyards" if his country comes under attack.
Rouhani: Israel Will be Sorry if It Attacks Iran
If Israel attacks Iran's nuclear facilities, "our response will make them rue the day," says Iranian President in CNN interview.
Rev. Guards Chief Has Harsh Words for FM Zarif
The head of the Revolutionary Guards slams Foreign Minister Zarif, who said a U.S. attack could paralyze Iran.
Congressman: Hit Iran With Tactical Nuke Strikes
Duncan Hunter in TV interview suggests aerial bombardment preferable to sending in US troops, calls for immediate sanctions.
Nasrallah: No Israeli Strike Without U.S. Approval
Hezbollah leader predicts Israel won't attack Iran without U.S. approval, accuses Netanyahu of "psychological warfare."
Liberman: Israel Facing Tough Decisions
Foreign Minister says Iran deal means Israel will have to make tough choices with ‘all options on the table.’
Bennett: Bad Iran Deal Makes Strike Likelier
Bayit Yehudi head and Security Cabinet member: if Iran is able to break out to nuclear weapons in six weeks, 'we cannot sit quietly.'
Netanyahu Pledges: Iran Will Not Have Nukes
Prime Minister says Khameini’s hate shows the ‘real Iran,’ and vows that Iran will not have nuclear weapons.
Elkin: Israel Can Act Alone Against Iran
Deputy Foreign Minister backs recent statements by others that Israel can defend itself and will act alone against Iran if necessary.
US 'Would Back Israel in Event of Iran Strike'
General Martin Dempsey notes ongoing security pact with Israel, hails Jewish state as 'example of what could be' in the Middle East.
Netanyahu's Ex-Aide: Israel Can Stop Iran
There's “no question” that PM Netanyahu would be prepared to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities, says former National Security Advisor.
Report: Israel, Saudi Arabia Plan Iran Strike
Israeli and Saudi officials are reportedly creating a contingency plan for a joint strike on Iran.
Poll: Israelis Believe IDF Can Strike Iran Alone
84.4% of Israeli religious sector supports Netanyahu's stance in disagreement with US; 58.7% of respondents against canceling sanctions.
Dr. Frager: Obama Needs to Learn from Kennedy
President Kennedy would never have enabled the Iranians to obtain weapons grade uranium, says Zionist activist.
General: Obama Stopped Strike on Iran
Former Security Council head says Netanyahu planned to hit Iran – but Obama asked him not to.
Report: Iran Thinks Israel is Close to Striking It
Lebanese newspaper says senior Iranian visited Hezbollah leaders and briefed them on this assessment.
Dempsey in Israel to Talk About Syria and Iran
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff arrives in Israel to discuss issues such as Syria and a possible Israeli strike in Iran.
Obama: Action on Iran in Return for Peace Talks
U.S. President promised Netanyahu to take action “within months,” but did not go into details.
Iran's President Laughs at Israeli Strike
One laughs when hearing Israel talk about striking Iran's nuclear facilities, says President-elect Hassan Rouhani.
Don't Attack Us, Asks Exiled Iranian Filmmaker
Israel attacking Iran will "only aggravate the situation," says exiled Iranian filmmaker Mohsen Makhmalbaf.
'No One Can Rely on the U.S. Right Now'
Rabbi David Algaze says that Israel needs to make its own decisions on Iran and not rely on other countries.
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