Israel-Iran

Analysis:

Iran emerged weakened and vulnerable after war with Israel

The Iranian regime's weakened situation is not necessarily a sign that the regime will fall, but one that could mean trouble for the country's ethnic minorities. Analysis.

'Next year in Tehran'

AI video shows Netanyahu, exiled Iranian prince united in Tehran

AI-generated clip features Netanyahu, Minister Gamliel, and Iran’s exiled crown prince walking freely in Tehran, ending with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags side-by-side.

Khamenei threatens Israel after boasting war 'victory'

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, renewed threats against Israel, warning of a "heavy cost" for any attacks. This follows his claims of Iran's "victory" over the "fake Zionist regime".

House Speaker praises Trump:

'This is what peace through strength looks like'

House Speaker Mike Johnson praises reported ceasefire between Israel and Iran: It’s a really remarkable achievement. President Trump deserves all the credit.

Dramatic announcement

Trump: Israel and Iran have agreed on a ceasefire

US President Donald Trump announces that Israel and Iran have agreed to a 12-hour ceasefire, starting at 7:00 a.m. Israel time. Israel yet to confirm the ceasefire, while an Iranian source tells Reuters Iran agreed to a ceasefire brokered by Qatar.

Huckabee welcomes ceasefire:

'12 days felt like 12 months'

US Ambassador to Israel welcomes Trump’s announcement that Israel and Iran had agreed to a ceasefire: Trump didn’t just ‘pray for the peace of Jerusalem’, he delivered it!

Trump to NBC News:

'The ceasefire between Israel and Iran will last forever'

US President speaks to NBC News after announcing that Israel and Iran had agreed to a ceasefire: I’m very happy to have been able to get the job done.

EU calls urgent meeting amid Israel-Iran escalation

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas convenes an urgent video conference of foreign ministers for Tuesday to address the military escalation between Israel and Iran, emphasizes diplomacy.

Amid Israeli offensive

Iran rejects ceasefire talks

Iran has reportedly rejected ceasefire negotiations with Israel, telling mediators Qatar and Oman it will only engage in serious talks after completing its retaliation for Israel's strikes.

Trump on Israel and Iran:

'Sometimes you have to fight it out'

President Trump expresses hope for a deal between Iran and Israel, but adds that "sometimes you have to fight it out." He affirms US support for Israel's self-defense.

Trump:

'Iran and Israel will make a deal'

Citing past diplomatic achievements, President Trump predicts imminent peace between Israel and Iran.

Prof. Phyllis Chesler

The downfall of Iran, the rise of Persia

Magnificent, miraculous Israel.

Members of the same family:

Four women murdered in missile strike on Tamra

Five members of the same family were murdered when a missile hit a three story home in the town of Tamra.

Netanyahu to Iranians:

'Rising Lion' paves way for your freedom

PM Netanyahu addresses Iranians in a video after Operation Rising Lion, stating it clears the path for their freedom by targeting the Islamic regime's nuclear and missile threats and urging Iranians to seize this opportunity for liberation.

Khamenei threatens:

'Zionist regime faces bitter fate'

Following the start of Israel's "Operation Rising Lion" in Iran, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivers fiery threats against the Jewish state, declares Israel would not emerge "unscathed".

Special state of emergency

Israel launches preemptive strike on Iran

Channels in Iran associated with the Revolutionary Guards report explosions in Tehran. Defense Minister Israel Katz immediately declares a special state of emergency throughout the entire territory of the State of Israel. Israeli airspace shut down.

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.

Ex-CIA analyst gets 37 months for leaking top secret intel online

Asif Rahman, former CIA employee, is sentenced for leaking top secret national defense information that appeared on social media, breaching trust and endangering US security.

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.

Will Israel dare strike Iran now?

Diplomacy has failed to stop Iran’s nuclear program. Instead, Tehran has used negotiations as cover and as a way to gain time to advance its capabilities, as many feared would happen. What now? Opinion.

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.

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.

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.

IRGC chief threatens to 'open gates of hell' on Israel, US

Iran's IRGC chief Hossein Salami issues grave threats to the US and Israel, warning of devastating retaliation if either acts against Iran.

Iranian MP blames Israel for deadly Bandar Abbas Port explosion

Iranian MP accuses Israel of orchestrating the Bandar Abbas port blast that killed 40 and injured over 1,000, claims explosives were pre-planted.

Iran claims:

'Israel trying to undermine the nuclear talks with the US'

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman claims a coalition is forming to disrupt Iran's nuclear talks with the US and that Israel is behind the effort.

Report:

Trump shelved Israeli strike on Iran in favor of talks

The New York Times reports that President Trump postponed US support for an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, choosing to pursue negotiations with Tehran instead. Israeli plans for a May attack were halted following Trump’s decision to engage Iran in talks, the report says.

Trump on Iran:

'If it requires military action, Israel will be the leader'

Trump says that Israel would lead military action to thwart Iran’s nuclear program, should such action be required.

In Norooz message

Iranian Crown Prince extends hand of friendship to Israel

Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran, delivers Norooz message calling for a free and peaceful Iran, extending a hand of friendship to Israel and neighboring countries.

Iran slams Sa’ar’s threats as ‘outrageous’

Iran's Foreign Ministry condemns Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar's comments that a "military option" might be necessary to prevent Iran from advancing its nuclear program.

Iran: US and Israel ‘cannot do a damn thing’ against us

Iran says US and Israeli threats against it are a blatant violation of international law: When it comes to a country like Iran, they cannot do a damn thing.

US intelligence reports:

Israel considering strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

Wall Street Journal report: US intelligence reports from both the Biden and Trump administrations conclude that Israel is considering significant strikes on Iranian nuclear sites this year.

CIA analyst admits to leaking Israel-Iran documents

Former CIA analyst Asif Rahman admits to leaking highly classified records detailing Israeli military preparations for a retaliatory strike on Iran, reversing his earlier denial of the charges.

Iranian VP claims:

'Israel planted explosives in our centrifuge technology'

Iranian Vice President Mohammad Javad Zarif accuses Israel of planting explosives in centrifuge technology purchased by Iran for its nuclear program. The timing of the alleged incident remains unclear.

Iranian FM:

'We are fully prepared for further Israeli attacks'

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warns that further Israeli attacks on Iran could escalate into a broader conflict.

Judge rules:

CIA analyst accused of Israel-Iran leak to remain in jail

Federal judge rules that Asif Rahman will remain in jail while awaiting trial for allegedly leaking top-secret information about a potential Israeli military operation against Iran.

Iranian FM:

'We reserve the right to respond to Israeli aggression'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi welcomes ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, says it "depends on Israel's behavior" when asked if it could ease tensions between Israel and Iran.

Khamenei's adviser:

'Iran is preparing to respond to Israel'

Khamenei adviser Ali Larijani says Iran is preparing a response to Israel's strikes on Iranian military targets in late October.

A 'bewitching' threesome for Israel: Iran, Russia and North Korea

Israel’s growing nuclear war hazards include variously tangible scenarios of Russian or North Korean interventions on behalf of Iran. Opinion.

US warns Iraq:

'Don't let Iran attack from your soil, Israel could retaliate'

Axios reports that the Biden administration has warned the Iraqi government that failure to prevent any Iranian-led attack on Israel from Iraqi territory could prompt Israel to launch a retaliatory strike on Iraq.

After B-52 deployment

Iran blasts US 'destabilizing' presence in the Middle East

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson says US activity in the region will not deter Iran’s resolve to defend itself and its response to Israel will be “definite and decisive."

Iranian President:

'If Israel accepts ceasefires, it may influence our retaliation'

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian hints that Israel's stance regarding ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon could influence the "type and intensity" of his country’s response to Israeli strikes on Iranian soil.

Report:

Iran planning to attack Israel with more powerful warheads

Iran has informed Arab diplomats that it is planning a complex response with more advanced weaponry against Israel, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Hours after video threat

Khamenei threatens Israel online

Iran’s Supreme Leader takes to his reinstated Hebrew-language X account, threatens US and "the Zionist regime".

CENTCOM announces:

Strategic bombers have arrived in the Middle East

The move comes amid reports that Iran is planning an attack on Israel.

Israeli source:

'Israel is at high level of readiness for response from Iran'

Israeli military source tells CNN that Israel is at a “high level of readiness” for a response from Iran, but is still assessing the decision-making process in Iran.

Iran claims it killed a separatist linked to Israel

Iranian intelligence services claim they killed a member of a separatist group which Iran claims is linked to Israel. The specific group involved was not identified.

White House spokesperson:

'If Iran attacks Israel, we will support Israel'

White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre comments on reports that Iran plans to attack Israel before the US election: Iran should not respond to Israel's retaliation. If they do, we will support Israel in defending itself.

IRGC commander:

'Israel will face bitter consequences for its attack on Iran'

IRGC commander Hossein Salami: Israel failed to achieve its ominous goals in its attack on Iran.

Danon to Security Council:

'Enough empty words, impose crippling sanctions on Iran'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN speaks at Security Council, warns Iran that any further aggression on its part will be met with swift action on the part of Israel.

Iranian President:

'We will respond to any stupidity'

After Israeli strikes on Iran, President Masoud Pezeshkian warns Israel against future aggression.

Iranian President:

'If Israel makes any mistake, Iran will respond strongly'

President Masoud Pezeshkian warns Israel that any potential act of aggression against Iran will be met with a “decisive and unbelievable” response.

Iran complains to IAEA:

'Israel threatened our nuclear facilities'

Iran lodges formal complaint with International Atomic Energy Agency, cites threats from Israel to target its atomic energy facilities: Threats to attack nuclear sites are against UN resolutions.

White House:

'Biden deeply concerned about leak of Israel’s plans'

National security spokesperson John Kirby says US President is “deeply concerned” following the leak of highly classified US intelligence on Israel’s plans to attack Iran and will be “actively monitoring” the investigation.

Iranian official:

'We'll respond at higher level if Israel hits military targets'

Iranian military source says that if Israel targets Iran’s nuclear positions, Iran will consider its nuclear policies.

Iranian FM:

'We're prepared for decisive retaliation if Israel attacks'

Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, tells UN Secretary-General that Tehran is prepared for a "decisive and regretful" retaliation if Israel launches an attack on Iran in response to the Islamic Republic’s missile strike on Israel.

Report:

Netanyahu told Biden that Israel will strike Iranian military

Unnamed officials tell The Washington Post that Netanyahu has informed the Biden administration that he is prepared to carry out a military strike targeting Iranian military facilities, rather than its oil or nuclear infrastructure.

IRGC commander:

'We're ready to respond to any Israeli action'

IRGC Aerospace Commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh ahead of expected Israeli retaliation for Iran's ballistic missile attack: We are ready to respond to any misstep taken by Israel.

Report

Iran warning US allies: Help Israel and you're next

Officials tell The Wall Street Journal that Tehran is issuing covert diplomatic warnings, threatening to target oil-rich Gulf Arab states and other US allies in the Middle East if their territories or airspace are used for attacks on Iran.

Assessment:

Iran wasted a third of its missiles against Israel

The Iranian regime possessed about 600 "high-quality" missiles before last week's attack in which 180 of them were launched towards Israel.