Iran

Iran defies Trump:

'Our uranium is sacred and not going anywhere'

Iran firmly rejects Trump’s claim that it agreed to hand over its enriched uranium stockpile, declaring it “as sacred as the soil of Iran" and will not be transferred “anywhere."

Trump:

'Iran agreed to everything, will hand over enriched uranium'

President Trump tells CBS News that Iran has agreed to surrender its enriched uranium to the United States and cease support for terror groups like Hezbollah and Hamas.

Trump optimistic:

'Iran deal expected within days'

Speaking to Axios, President Trump expresses optimism that US and Iranian negotiators will meet this weekend and reach a final deal to end the war.

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Trump declares war in Lebanon over

Over a month after Israel and US launched strikes against the Iranian regime, US President Donald Trump announces a two-week ceasefire, then bans Israel from operating against the Hezbollah terror group in Lebanon. Live Updates.

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump announces Strait of Hormuz reopened for passage, says naval blockade will continue until 'transaction with Iran' is complete.

Trump: Israel is prohibited from bombing Lebanon, enough!

US President Donald Trump declares Israel will no longer bomb Lebanon, says he 'prohibited' IDF from doing so. PM Netanyahu responds, 'we have not yet finished the job.'

Fear of Israel:

Fighter jets escort the Iranian delegation

24 fighter jets from the Pakistani Air Force accompanied the Iranians after the negotiations with the US, fearing that Israel would eliminate them.

Trump:

'War in Iran should end pretty soon'

President Trump says the war in Iran should be coming to an end “pretty soon," describing the operation as going “swimmingly".

House narrowly rejects bid to force Iran withdrawal on Trump

US House of Representatives rejects, by a single vote, a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw US forces from the war with Iran unless Congress authorizes continued military action.

Iran claims:

'We forced the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claims that the new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire resulted from Hezbollah’s resilience and the “Axis of Resistance".

'Choose wisely'

Hegseth's message to the Iranian regime

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine hold a critical Pentagon briefing as the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz reaches its fourth day. #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa

Defense Minister:

Iran stands at a crossroads, before an abyss of ruin

Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Iran faces a choice between diplomacy or severe escalation, saying Israel is ready to strike harder if threats persist.

One Month Later:

2,200 residents still displaced from Arad missile strike

The vast majority of the displaced families - about 170 families totaling 1,500 people - are part of the Gur Hasidic community in the city.

US Navy turns back Iranian ship as Hormuz blockade holds firm

CENTCOM reports that an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel attempting to evade the new US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz was successfully redirected. Ten vessels have now been turned back.

US slaps sanctions on Iranian oil trader network

US imposes sanctions on a network tied to Iranian oil trader Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, targeting firms that help Iran evade sanctions and generate billions for Tehran.

Iranian Parliament speaker:

'Iran and Hezbollah are one soul'

Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declares that no ceasefire with the US is possible without including Lebanon, demanding America abandon its "Israel First" policy.

US takes control of Iranian funds in Gulf banks

Secretary of the Treasury says US has sent a request to Gulf states to freeze funds belonging to IRGC commanders and members of Iran’s leadership.

Ceasefire?

Chief of Staff: We approved attack plans for Iran and Lebanon

IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir visits IDF troops in southern Lebanon, promises area up to Litani River to become 'no-go zone for Hezbollah operatives.'

Lebanese media: Ceasefire in Lebanon to begin tonight

Al-Mayadeen Network quotes a senior Iranian source, saying: "Following pressure from Iran - a ceasefire in Lebanon will begin tonight."

Trump: China won't send arms to Iran

US President Donald Trump says China 'happy' that US is reopening Strait of Hormuz, won't send weapons to Iran.

IDF spokesman reveals: The truth behind his Iranian counterpart

IDF Farsi-language spokesperson Kamal Penhasi releases statement to Iranian public, dropping bombshell and asking for more information.

Nazareth woman indicted for espionage on behalf of Iran

Nazareth resident charged with espionage after allegedly carrying out missions for an Iranian agent, including photographing IDF bases and strategic facilities, in exchange for payment.

Trump to Fox News:

'War with Iran very close to being over'

US President Donald Trump tells Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo that the war with Iran is "very close to being over".

Vance to lead potential second round of US-Iran talks

Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead a potential second round of talks with Iranian officials if negotiations resume before the ceasefire expires next week, sources tell CNN.

Democratic initiative

US Senate to vote on another bid to limit Trump’s war powers

US Senate will vote as soon as Wednesday on a Democratic effort to restrict President Donald Trump’s war powers in the Iran conflict.

'They want a deal'

Vance optimistic after Iran talks

US Vice President JD Vance expresses optimism about US-Iran talks, revealing President Trump’s “grand bargain" to make Iran economically prosperous in exchange for abandoning nuclear weapons.

Iran-backed group

US offers $10 million bounty for Kata’ib Hezbollah chief

The US Rewards for Justice program is offering up to $10 million for information leading to Ahmad al-Hamidawi, leader of the Iran-backed terrorist group Kata’ib Hezbollah.

Iranian hackers released drone footage over communities in Israel

Iranian hackers from the organization “Handala" have published footage on social media that they claim was recorded by a drone flying over Israel.

Defense Minister

Israel is no longer under an existential threat

Israel Katz declared on Holocaust Remembrance Day that the elimination of Ali Khamenei and the damage inflicted on Iran’s nuclear program have removed the existential threat to the State of Israel.

Mossad Chief

'Mossad working to replace Iranian regime'

Mossad head David Barnea addressed the campaign against Iran, intelligence operations in the heart of Tehran, and the continuation of activities in Iran.

Report:

Trump officials prepare for possible second meeting with Iran

Trump administration officials are holding preliminary discussions for a possible second in-person meeting with Iranian officials before the current ceasefire expires, sources tell CNN.

Vance:

'Progress was made with Iran, but the ball is now in their court'

Vice President JD Vance tells Fox News US-Iran talks in Islamabad made real progress despite no deal being reached. He stresses that Iran must remove its enriched uranium stockpile and accept strict verification to prevent a nuclear weapon.

Trump

'Either Iran will give us the uranium or we'll take it'

US President says the talks with Iran collapsed because of Iran's refusal to accept that it will not obtain a nuclear weapon. 'We can't let a country blackmail or extort the world.'

Sa’ar: ‘Never again’ means stopping Iran’s nuclear threat

At Holocaust ceremony, FM Sa’ar warns Iran is a global threat and says Israel will act to prevent nuclear weapons, citing lessons of history and appeasement.

Official

US Naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz begins

Starting at 5:00 p.m. today (Monday), U.S. Central Command has begun implementing a full maritime blockade on all sea traffic entering and leaving Iran’s ports.

Just before blockade begins

Attempt to renew US-Iran negotiations

The Pakistani Defense Minister estimated that there was a chance for another round of talks, while the US Central Command was preparing for a complete blockade of Iranian ports.

Indictment

Man planned to assassinate Naftali Bennett for Iran

The Prosecutor's Office has filed a serious indictment against Ami Gaidarov, who is accused of manufacturing 10 kg of explosives and offering to serve as a suicide bomber.

After criticizing Donald Trump, Zvika Foghel apologizes

MK Zvika Foghel hinted that the US President fears the continuation of the war, and later issued an apology tweet stating, 'I had no intention to offend or show any disrespect.'

Trump:

'I don’t care if Iran comes back to the negotiating table'

President Trump vows Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon. “I don't care if they come back to the negotiations. If they don't come back, I'm fine."

Ambassador Leiter:

'Iran regime lies, nuclear pursuit continues'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter tells CBS’s Face the Nation that while supporting US diplomacy with Iran, the tyrannical regime’s nuclear drive, missiles and proxies like Hezbollah remain existential threats to Israel.

'If you fight, we fight'

Iran responds to Trump’s Hormuz blockade

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismisses Trump’s threat of a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, declaring Iran will respond with force if attacked - or logic if negotiated with.

After talks collapse

Report: Trump weighs Iran strikes, Hormuz blockade

Trump weighs renewed strikes and Hormuz blockade after Iran talks collapse, while keeping diplomatic options open, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Iranian FM:

'Our good faith was met with a blockade'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims Tehran negotiated in good faith during talks with the US in Pakistan, but US "maximalism, shifting goalposts, and blockade" derailed an agreement.

CENTCOM announces:

Total blockade of Iranian ports starting Monday morning

US Central Command will enforce a complete naval blockade on all maritime traffic entering or exiting Iranian ports starting Monday at 10:00 a.m. ET, following President Trump’s order after failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan.

Israel prepares renewed campaign in Iran in coordination with US

Israel is waiting for a “green light" from President Donald Trump to strike national infrastructure and energy facilities in Iran, following the failure of negotiations in Pakistan.

Otzma Yehudit MK tells Trump 'shoot, don't quack'

Fogel hinted to Trump that he should follow through on his tough threats against Iran, writing 'Donald, if you need to shoot - shoot.'

Trump announces a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. president ordered the American Navy to block all vessels in the strait and seize ships that paid “protection money" to Iran. “The Iranians are carrying out global extortion."

'Strengthens Trump and Bibi'

Thomas Friedman's Iran dilemma

NYT columnist says that while he supports the downfall of the Iranian regime, he would not want to see it politically strengthen the leaders of the US and Israel, who he called 'terrible, terrible people.'

Iran says US fell short in key Pakistan negotiations

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf said the US failed to gain trust in Pakistan talks, as negotiations ended without agreement.

US Navy ships transit Hormuz Strait

CENTCOM says two US Navy guided-missile destroyers conducted operations to remove mines laid by Iran in the vital sea passage.

US moves against Iranians linked to hostage crisis propagandist

Three Iranian nationals were detained after Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked their residency over ties to figures linked to the 1979 US Embassy hostage crisis.

Trump on Iran talks:

'We win no matter what'

As US-Iran peace talks unfold in Islamabad, President Trump tells reporters the US has already won and warns China against sending Iran air defenses.

Security official:

'Ceasefire is fragile, we're preparing to resume fighting'

Israel, US, see eye-to-eye on demands to end Iran war, are preparing to resume fighting. 'More pessimistic than optimistic,' security source says.

Report: China to arm Iran

CNN reports that China plans to transfer advanced air-defense systems to Iran in the coming weeks, including shoulder-fired missiles.

Netanyahu declares: War with Iran is not over

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has not yet completed its operations in Iran, but existential threat no longer hangs over Israel. 'Had we not launched these two operations, Iran would already have a nuclear bomb.'

Mojtaba Khamenei injured but still alert and aware

Sources close to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei tell Reuters that he is severely injured, but not unconscious.

Trump on Iran deal:

'No nuclear weapon - that's 99% of it'

Ahead of Saturday’s talks, Trump tells reporters a good Iran deal means "no nuclear weapon", while expressing confidence the blocked Strait of Hormuz will reopen soon.

US-Iran talks

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad, sets preconditions

Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf arrives in Islamabad for US talks, demanding a Lebanon ceasefire and release of frozen assets first. US VP Vance warns Iran against playing games.

Iran:

Tweeting against mosques may lead to indictment

Canadian-Iranian former MP Goldie Ghamari says Ottawa police officers recommended she remove social media posts critical of the regime in Iran, warning of possible criminal consequences.

Indictment

Jerusalem youth acted on behalf of Iran

According to the indictment, the young man contacted an Iranian agent via Telegram, operated a “burner phone," and carried out documentation missions in Israel in exchange for thousands of dollars.