Gallant urges US to finish Iran nuclear job

In a joint op-ed with historian Niall Ferguson, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant argues for immediate US military intervention to destroy Iran's last key nuclear site at Fordow.

British Foreign Secretary:

'There’s a two-week window for Iran diplomacy'

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy meets Secretary of State Rubio to discuss Iran, stresses there is a "window" of two weeks to prevent wider conflict and ensure Iran never acquires nuclear weapons.

Report: Nuclear scientist assassinated in Tehran

Iran reported a targeted attack on an apartment in central Tehran. Israel confirms that the target was a senior nuclear scientist, who specialized in the field of weaponry.

Trump on Iran:

'Two weeks is time to see if people come to their senses’

US President says it's "very hard" to ask Israel to stop Iran airstrikes while they're winning, adds his two-week period for Iran is to see if "people come to their senses".

Fordow countdown

Report: Israel considers unilateral action on Iran nuclear site

Israel is reportedly weighing a solo strike on Iran's Fordow nuclear site within days, despite preferring a joint US operation. Sources tell Iran International a 48-72 hour window is critical.

Amidst Israel-Tehran war

Europe, Iran talk nuclear program

European and Iranian diplomats meet in Geneva for the first direct talks since the Israel-Tehran conflict began. Iranian FM Araghchi backs further talks with Europe but denounces Israeli strikes and rejects negotiations with the US.

European FMs to meet Iranian counterpart for nuclear talks

European foreign ministers are set to meet Iran's top diplomat in Geneva for crucial nuclear talks, with US agreement. This follows a stern call for Iran to return to negotiations and de-escalate tensions with Israel.

Report:

Trump approved Iran strike, but awaits Tehran's next move

The Wall Street Journal reports that President Trump has approved attack plans on Iran but is delaying a final order as he monitors Israeli strikes and seeks diplomatic resolution. Meanwhile, a senior Iranian official says Iran would accept Trump's offer to meet soon.

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IAF strikes Iranian nuclear reactor in Arak

The IDF released footage of the airstrike on the inactive nuclear reactor near Arak in Iran.

'I say good luck'

Trump responds to Khamenei's refusal to surrender

US President says 'nobody knows what I'm going to do' when asked if he will strike Iranian nuclear facilities.

Trump:

'Iran will sign a deal - they’d be foolish not to'

At the G7 summit, US President Trump says Iran is back at the negotiating table and will sign a deal soon, warning they’d be “foolish not to.”

Europe urges de-escalation

Iran says it prioritizes confronting Israel

European foreign ministers press Iran to resume nuclear talks and de-escalate with Israel after Israel's "Operation Rising Lion" and Iranian counterstrikes. Iran's FM states Tehran's priority is "to confront aggression."

IAEA confirms:

'Severe damage' to Iranian centrifuges after Israeli strikes

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi confirms Iranian centrifuges at Natanz were "severely damaged if not destroyed altogether" by Israeli strikes.

Defense Minister Katz: 'We will certainly deal with Fordo'

Minister Israel Katz clarifies that Israel is also going to deal with the Fordo nuclear enrichment facility, which operates underground beneath a mountain.

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Reports in Iran:

Nuclear scientists eliminated in car bombings

Official Iranian media reported that Israel carried out car bombings in the capital. A total of 128 are reported dead since the start of the Israeli campaign, including 14 scientists.

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Strike on Iran's nuclear headquaters in Tehran

Approximately 50 fighter jets struck infrastructure and targets of the Iranian nuclear project in Tehran overnight.

Netanyahu:

'Iran plotted to assassinate both me and Trump'

In interview with Fox News, Netanyahu reveals Iran's plot to assassinate President Donald Trump due to his stance against their nuclear program. He details "Operation Rising Lion" as a necessary response to an "imminent threat" of Iranian nuclear weaponization and missile buildup.

Officials confirm:

Israel requested US assistance in eliminating Iran nuclear threat

Israeli officials say US involvement is essential to neutralising Iran's Fordow nuclear facility.

Trump on Iran:

'We remain committed to a diplomatic resolution'

Amid escalating tensions and reports of an impending Israeli strike, US President Trump reaffirms commitment to a diplomatic resolution for the Iran nuclear issue.

Operation Rising Lion:

IDF reveals secret Iranian nuclear weapons program

The IDF reveals new intelligence showing Iran is nearing nuclear weapon capability, with secret efforts to develop all weapon components accelerating in recent months.

Hegseth on Iran:

'Netanyahu will put his country first, we'll put ours first'

During a House hearing, Rep. Ro Khanna presses Defense Secretary Hegseth on avoiding war with Iran and Israel's role. Hegseth affirms the administration's commitment to peace, avoids direct commitment on US military action.

Israeli official warns:

'Iran strike could happen as soon as Sunday'

Israel is poised to attack Iran within days if a US nuclear proposal is rejected, The Wall Street Journal reports. A senior Israeli official warns of a strike by Sunday if Iran doesn't halt fissile material production.

Report:

State Dept. orders crisis drills for missions in range of Iran

According to The Washington Post, the US State Department has ordered embassies within striking distance of Iranian assets across the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Northern Africa to convene emergency action committees.

Zvi Yehezkeli:

'Toppling Iran’s regime should come before nuclear talks'

Commentator Zvi Yehezkeli on Iran-US negotiations: "It’s better to topple the regime - because without the regime, there’s no nuclear program. That’s the core threat."

Over Iran's non-compliance

Western powers submit IAEA resolution

Western powers submit a resolution to the UN's nuclear watchdog condemning Iran's "non-compliance" with its nuclear obligations.

Iran announces:

Oman to host next round of negotiations with US

Iran's Foreign Ministry announces indirect nuclear talks with the US will continue in Muscat next Sunday, while also deeming Washington's latest proposal unacceptable.

Trump:

'Iran involved in Israel-Hamas hostage talks'

After speaking to Netanyahu, President Trump reveals Iran's involvement in indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a hostage release. He calls Iranians "tough negotiators" on a nuclear deal, citing their unacceptable demands on uranium enrichment.

Trump:

Iran is becoming much more aggressive in nuclear talks

President Trump warned that Iran is becoming more aggressive in nuclear talks. The commander of Central Command presented options for military action if the negotiations fail.

IAEA head

'Iran told me they'd build a nuke if they are attacked'

In his first interview with Israeli media, International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Mariano Grossi tells i24NEWS an attack on Iran's nuclear program could have catastrophic consequences.

Iran parliament speaker:

'US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief'

Iran's parliament speaker states that the latest US nuclear deal proposal lacks sanctions relief, calling it "dishonest."

Iran’s Foreign Minister:

'Our response to US proposal is coming soon'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will deliver response to the US nuclear proposal in the coming days, prioritizing Iranian interests. Officials in Israel concerned an agreement would see continued uranium enrichment on Iranian soil.

Western powers to censure Iran over nuclear non-compliance

Western nations to table a resolution at the UN nuclear agency, accusing Iran of non-compliance with safeguards obligations—a first in 20 years.

Israel assures White House: We will await US green light on Iran

Israel has reportedly assured the White House it will not strike Iranian nuclear facilities unless President Trump indicates negotiations have failed. This comes amid US concerns about a potential Israeli preemptive strike.

Iran open to regional enrichment consortium on home soil

A senior Iranian official indicates Tehran's openness to a US proposal for a regional uranium enrichment consortium, contingent on its operation within Iran.

Khamenei to Trump:

'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Iran's Supreme Leader says accepting US proposal to end Iran's nuclear weapons program would violate the principle of Iranian independence, credits predecessor Khomeini for decline of US position in the world and rise of anti-Zionism.

Report:

US proposes deal allowing Iran to enrich uranium

Latest US proposal would allow Iran to enrich uranium to a low level for an undetermined but limited time in a shift away from the Trump Administration's previous position that Iran cannot be allowed to enrich uranium.

Report:

Iran will reject US proposal for new nuclear deal

Iranian diplomatic source states Iran will reject the Trump Administration's proposal that would see the regime end its uranium enrichment.

Iran warns Europe:

'Sanctions will be met with retaliation'

Iran issues a stark warning to European powers, threatening retaliation if they exploit the latest UN report on its escalated uranium enrichment to reimpose sanctions.

Herzog on Iran:

'Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon'

President Herzog reacts to the IAEA's report revealing Iran's accelerated uranium enrichment and non-compliance, urges the international community to "act now to stop Iran," stressing that allowing Iran to possess a nuclear weapon is unacceptable.

US presents nuclear proposal to Iran as uranium stockpile surges

Washington urges Iran to halt uranium enrichment in new regional energy proposal, as IAEA reports near-weapons-grade stockpile.

Tehran claims:

'IAEA report - baseless accusations fueled by Israel'

Iran strongly objects to the IAEA's new nuclear report, calling it "politically motivated" and blames Israel for supplying "unreliable and misleading information" to the agency.

Diplomatic showdown:

Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Western powers are poised to declare Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations at the upcoming IAEA board meeting, a move anticipated to strain US-Iran talks and anger Tehran.

Trump:

'We're very close to an agreement on Gaza'

Trump announces a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal is "very close", says he also believes a nuclear deal with Iran is imminent: "They don't want to be blown up".

After UK's comment

Iranian FM threatens nuclear talks halt

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens to end nuclear talks with European officials after UK Ambassador Peter Mandelson seemingly backed US calls for "zero enrichment" in Iran.

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Amid nuclear talks

Iran rules out uranium enrichment suspension

Iran rejects the idea that it will suspend its uranium enrichment, a core US demand in nuclear talks between the sides.

'We had very good talks'

Trump hints at positive outcome in talks with Iran

Trump reports "very good talks" with Iran on nuclear issues, expressing optimism for "good news" and "serious progress."

‘Limited progress’ reported after US-Iran nuclear talks

US and Iranian negotiators wrap up a fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome, with mediator Oman reporting "some but not conclusive progress."

Iran joins fifth round of nuclear talks 'to gauge US position'

Fifth round of US-Iran nuclear negotiations opens in Rome with Tehran signaling low expectations and Washington holding firm on enrichment ban.

Iranian FM:

'Zero bombs = deal, zero enrichment = no deal'

Ahead of next round of nuclear talks with the US, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi again reiterates his country’s stance on nuclear enrichment.

Huckabee to Arutz Sheva:

'Iran won't have nukes, you don't get any clearer than that'

Ambassador Huckabee stresses in a special interview with Arutz Sheva that Iran won't get nuclear weapons, affirms Israel's right to self-defense.

Report:

Israel prepares for swift Iran strike if US diplomacy fails

As US-Iran nuclear talks falter over enrichment, Israel is reportedly readying for a potential swift and sustained military campaign against Iranian nuclear facilities. Israeli intelligence now believes a deal is unlikely, prompting concerns about a closing operational window for a successful strike.

Iran, US to resume nuclear talks in Rome

Iran and the United States to hold their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome this week, mediated by Oman. The discussions aim for a new agreement where sanctions relief would curb Iran's nuclear activities.

Report:

New US intel suggests Israel poised for Iran nuclear attack

New US intelligence cited by CNN indicates Israel is preparing to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, risking regional conflict and divergence with Trump's diplomatic efforts. Deep internal disagreements within the US government persist on the likelihood of such a strike.

Iran's Supreme Leader:

'Nuclear talks unlikely to yield any results'

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expresses profound doubt regarding the efficacy of nuclear talks with the United States, warns the US against "speaking nonsense."

Iran rejects US demands to end uranium enrichment

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi declared that Iran would persist with its enrichment activities regardless of the outcome of the talks

Tehran stands firm:

'Enrichment is non-negotiable'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declares that uranium enrichment will continue "with or without a deal," even as nuclear talks with the US progress.

Iran:

'No US nuke deal proposal received, enrichment continues'

Iran's Foreign Minister denies receiving any US nuclear deal proposal, despite Trump's claims, reaffirms Iran's right to peaceful enrichment.

US-Iran nuclear talks:

Tehran denies receiving written offer from US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi refutes an Axios report claiming the US presented a written nuclear deal proposal during indirect talks in Muscat.