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"Specific and credible threat"

Unusual security alert issued in Jordan

Jordanian authorities evacuated the international airport and the seaport in Aqaba after receiving what the U.S. Embassy described as a "specific and credible threat."

Unusual security alert issued in Jordan

Report:

Israel recruits rabbis to counter Iran's spy recruitment campaign

Israeli authorities enlisted leading rabbis to warn against Iranian recruitment as police report more than 60 espionage indictments.

Israel recruits rabbis to counter Iran's spy recruitment campaign

Israeli security source

Mojtaba Khamenei is not in Iran

An Israeli security source claims that Mojtaba Khamenei is no longer in Iran and that a deep rift has emerged within the country's leadership.

Mojtaba Khamenei is not in Iran

'Coup' accusations shake Iran's leadership after Khamenei funeral

Iran's hardliners accuse senior officials of betraying the revolution and plotting a power grab after a US ceasefire agreement sparked internal unrest.

'Coup' accusations shake Iran's leadership after Khamenei funeral

After IRGC attack on US troops

Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran

CENTCOM conducts its eighth straight night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites while Iran launches retaliatory drone and missile attacks into Kuwait.

Eighth night of US strikes hits Iran

'I couldn’t care less'

Trump shrugs off Iran scrapping MOU

President Trump dismisses Iran's announcement that it will no longer honor the MOU.

Trump shrugs off Iran scrapping MOU

Amid MidEast tensions

State Department issues worldwide caution to Americans

US State Department issues a Worldwide Caution alert advising citizens to exercise increased caution due to rising Middle East tensions and potential threats.

State Department issues worldwide caution to Americans

Israel weighs curbs on civilian drones over Iran threat

Israel's defense establishment considering broad restrictions on civilian drone flights, aiming to improve military's ability to identify, respond to hostile aerial threats.

Israel weighs curbs on civilian drones over Iran threat

IDF strikes Hezbollah drone cell in southern Lebanon

IDF strikes Hezbollah terror cell after troops identified operatives flying a drone near the security zone in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes Hezbollah drone cell in southern Lebanon

Lebanese soldier killed by Hezbollah-planted explosive

IDF investigation indicates device likely planted by Hezbollah, Lebanese forces entered area without coordinating.

Lebanese soldier killed by Hezbollah-planted explosive

US refueling planes to move to IAF bases

IDF confirms US will increase number of refueling planes sent to Israel, but says they will park at IAF bases instead of Ben Gurion International Airport.

US refueling planes to move to IAF bases

Two US service members killed in Iranian strike

US Central Command says two service members killed, one missing, in Iranian strike on Jordan.

Two US service members killed in Iranian strike

Seventh consecutive night

US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

CENTCOM conducting seventh straight night of precision strikes against Iranian military targets, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas.

US launches strikes targeting Iranian military assets

Iran warns:

'Offensive and destructive phase if US strikes continue'

Military adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader warns that continued US strikes will push the nation into a destructive offensive phase targeting American bases.

'Offensive and destructive phase if US strikes continue'

IRGC strikes Thai vessel attempting Hormuz transit

Iranian media report that the IRGC targeted a Thai-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz after it allegedly ignored warnings and transited without authorization.

IRGC strikes Thai vessel attempting Hormuz transit

Amid Iran tensions

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel

As President Trump considers broader military options against Iran, Axios reports the US is sending dozens of additional refueling planes to Israel.

US deploying dozens more aerial refuelers to Israel

Meir Ben-Shabbat to Arutz Sheva

'Hamas is trying to replicate Hezbollah's model'

Former National Security Adviser analyzes threats to Israel in the wake of US attacks on Iran in an interview with Channel 7 and warns against retreats in Lebanon.

'Hamas is trying to replicate Hezbollah's model'

Sixth wave of strikes

US targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs

CENTCOM completes sixth consecutive night of precision strikes on Iranian military sites, while Iran launches drone counterattacks and warns it would target regional infrastructure.

US targets Iranian airports, bridges, and logistics hubs

US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran

CENTCOM releases footage of US Marines boarding a tanker in the Gulf of Oman while enforcing its "steel wall" naval blockade against Iranian ports.

US Marines board tanker as Navy enforces blockade on Iran

Herzog

'Not surprised at collapse of Iran MOU'

Israeli President speaks with Al Arabiya, says President Trump is in control of the situation with Iran and has his trust.

'Not surprised at collapse of Iran MOU'

Body found on stretcher in southern Lebanon

IDF forces operating in southern Lebanon security zone discover body tied to stretcher, transfer it for testing.

Body found on stretcher in southern Lebanon

Katz, Hegseth, hold security talks

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth updates Defense Minister Israel Katz on US military operations in Iran; Katz reaffirms Israel's determination to maintain security zones after October 7 massacre.

Katz, Hegseth, hold security talks

Lebanese report:

Presidential Palace optimistic about talks with Israel

Lebanese presidential sources express optimism following talks in Rome, describing the negotiations as positive; Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reiterates commitment to diplomacy and fulfilling commitments under agreement.

Presidential Palace optimistic about talks with Israel

Iran strikes continue

Report: US expands strike campaign into northern Iran

CENTCOM concludes another wave of precision strikes on Iranian command sites, with attacks reportedly expanding northward to reach Semnan Province and areas surrounding Tehran.

Report: US expands strike campaign into northern Iran

Report:

Trump weighing ground force deployments in Iran

President Trump is weighing escalatory military options against Iran - including strikes on a deep nuclear facility and island seizures - as diplomacy stalls, reports The Wall Street Journal.

Trump weighing ground force deployments in Iran

CENTCOM enforces blockade

Missiles strike tanker headed to Kharg Island

CENTCOM disables unladen oil tanker headed for Iran with Hellfire missiles after it ignores warnings, enforcing its reinstated naval blockade.

Missiles strike tanker headed to Kharg Island

Trump:

'Iran will be defeated very soon'

President Trump claims Iran will be defeated soon, criticizes past US leaders for failing to act, and suggests Tehran is eager for a settlement.

'Iran will be defeated very soon'

Watch:

IDF strikes three Hezbollah terrorists in security zone

IDF eliminated the three terrorists, who were carrying combat equipment within the Security Zone in southern Lebanon.

IDF strikes three Hezbollah terrorists in security zone

20 years later:

IDF returns to Hezbollah stronghold

Twenty years after the Second Lebanon War, IDF releases footage from Bint Jbeil, where troops destroyed 1,500 terror sites and eliminated 500 terrorists.

IDF returns to Hezbollah stronghold

In broad daylight:

US begins wave of strikes in Iran

US' CENTCOM announces new wave of strikes against Iran - this time in broad daylight.

US begins wave of strikes in Iran

Haifa man dies of Iranian missile strike injuries

Michael Katz, 82, who was critically injured by an Iranian missile in Haifa has died of his wounds three months after the injury.

Haifa man dies of Iranian missile strike injuries

Dozens of targets hit

US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran

CENTCOM completes a seven-hour wave of strikes on Iranian military sites while resuming its naval blockade.

US completes seven-hour strike wave in Iran

CENTCOM chief:

'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'

CENTCOM Chief Adm. Brad Cooper accuses Iran of intentionally attacking seven ships in seven days, killing or injuring nearly a dozen crew members.

'Iran attacked seven commercial ships over past week'

Trump warns:

Infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

In an interview with Fox News, President Trump warns that US strikes will target Iran's power plants and bridges unless Iranian officials return to the table to negotiate a deal.

Infrastructure strikes on Iran unless Tehran negotiates deal

'They don't want you there'

Report: Trump pressed Netanyahu to pull out of Syria, Lebanon

According to Axios, President Trump urged Netanyahu to redeploy Israeli forces from Syria and Lebanon while Israel cites ongoing security concerns.

Report: Trump pressed Netanyahu to pull out of Syria, Lebanon

Trump drops 20% fee on ships passing through Hormuz

President Donald Trump says the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to global shipping while imposing a full blockade on Iranian-linked vessels.

Trump drops 20% fee on ships passing through Hormuz

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

Netanyahu warned that Israel will not stand by if attacked. 'Don't count on there being silence if you attack us.'

Netanyahu's warning to Iran's leader

50,000 plane tickets at risk of cancellation

Israel Airports Authority warns lack of parking space at airport may cause significant disruptions to civil aviation, urges US military to complete removal of refueling planes.

50,000 plane tickets at risk of cancellation

Yehezkeli warns:

US restraint is emboldening Tehran

Senior commentator Zvi Yehezkeli warns US engaging in 'rounds' of escalation with Iran only emboldens Tehran, urges Washington to hit 'painful' targets.

US restraint is emboldening Tehran

Third consecutive night

CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites

US forces launch a third straight night of strikes on Iranian targets to degrade threats against commercial ships in Hormuz.

CENTCOM completes 5-hour mission, hits key Iranian sites

Trump:

'Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes'

Speaking from the Oval Office, President Trump comments on Iran strikes, says US forces have crippled Tehran's military and secured the Strait of Hormuz but reiterates a deal is still possible.

'Deal with Iran is still possible despite ongoing strikes'

Trump:

'We’re going to hit Iran hard tonight and tomorrow'

President Trump vows ongoing severe strikes against Iran, warns of targeting the subterranean Pickaxe nuclear facility, and defends his relationship with Netanyahu.

'We’re going to hit Iran hard tonight and tomorrow'

Fourth time this week

US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran

CENTCOM completes a new wave of precision strikes on Iranian military sites to protect the Strait of Hormuz: “Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz."

US deploys attack drones, hits dozens of targets in Iran

'War crimes'

Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU

Tehran accuses the US of committing war crimes and breaking the peace agreement with recent strikes, launched in response to Iranian attacks on commercial ships.

Tehran denounces US strikes, claims they violate MoU

Footage from Lebanon:

Terrorists approach launcher - and are eliminated

IDF releases new footage from operations in southern Lebanon, after troops eliminate more than 80 Hezbollah terrorists, uncover hundreds of weapons, and destroy over 200 terrorist infrastructure.

Terrorists approach launcher - and are eliminated

Panic in central Israel:

Residents receive accidental emergency alerts

Israelis received alerts warning of an incoming missile attack. IDF clarifies that it was a technical error.

Residents receive accidental emergency alerts

Third wave of strikes

US hits 140 Iranian military targets

US forces strike 140 Iranian military targets after an IRGC attack on a container ship, triggering Iranian missile responses across Gulf nations.

US hits 140 Iranian military targets

Oman's proposal for the Strait of Hormuz

Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi proposes two-corridor solution for Strait of Hormuz; Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi unable to approve it.

Oman's proposal for the Strait of Hormuz

Behind the leak investigation:

Zini opposed, Netanyahu insisted

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded Shin Bet investigate leak to news outlet regarding timing of Israel's strike on Iran, forcing Shin Bet chief David Zini to capitulate.

Zini opposed, Netanyahu insisted

Mojtaba Khamenei warns of revenge

In a written statement, Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei promises to avenge his late father's blood, says 'demand of our nation must definitely be carried out soon.'

Mojtaba Khamenei warns of revenge

Hezbollah terrorists bearing antitank missiles eliminated

Hezbollah terrorists transferring weapons within southern Lebanon security zone are identified, eliminated.

Hezbollah terrorists bearing antitank missiles eliminated

New ultimatum:

US demands Iran pledge to halt shipping attacks by Saturday

The Trump administration has demanded that Tehran publicly declare the Strait of Hormuz open and pledge to cease firing on commercial ships by Saturday.

US demands Iran pledge to halt shipping attacks by Saturday

Emerged from tunnel

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist in Lebanon

IDF forces eliminate a Hezbollah terrorist at a tunnel shaft on the Ali al-Taher Ridge and strike a second suspect vehicle threatening troops in the area.

IDF eliminates Hezbollah terrorist in Lebanon

Report:

IDF freezes 'sensitive' Lebanon moves at US request

Kan 11 News reports that at US request, Israel has frozen sensitive military operations in southern Lebanon to avoid expansion of the Iran conflict.

IDF freezes 'sensitive' Lebanon moves at US request

'Cease Fire is OVER!'

Trump claims Iran wants talks despite growing escalation

President Trump declares the ceasefire over but claims Iran asked to continue talks, while Iranian officials deny reports of an upcoming Swiss summit.

Trump claims Iran wants talks despite growing escalation

Footage from Lebanon:

Weapons cache intended for attacks on Israel uncovered

Golani Brigade troops uncover, destroy Hezbollah weapons depots in southern Lebanon containing launchers, missiles, explosives, and machine guns.

Weapons cache intended for attacks on Israel uncovered

Lebanon pilot zone for territory handover to launch within days

US official confirms that the first pilot zone to transfer Lebanese territory from Israeli control to Beirut will launch in days, despite pushback over pullouts.

Lebanon pilot zone for territory handover to launch within days

WSJ report:

Israel alerted US to fresh Iranian plot to assassinate Trump

Israeli intelligence shared new findings with Washington alleging an Iranian plan to kill President Trump, according to an exclusive Wall Street Journal report.

Israel alerted US to fresh Iranian plot to assassinate Trump

US maintains talks with Iran despite wave of retaliatory strikes

A US official confirms Washington is pursuing technical nuclear talks with Tehran to prevent an Iranian nuclear weapon, despite US retaliatory strikes in Iran.

US maintains talks with Iran despite wave of retaliatory strikes

'On immediate takeoff alert'

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'

At the Air Force pilots graduation, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir reviewed wartime achievements, October 7 lessons and warned Israel is ready to act.

IDF Chief: 'We are prepared for action in Iran'