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Watch: Hezbollah arsenal found hidden among civilians
IDF troops uncover large Hezbollah weapons cache concealed inside civilian buildings in Majdal Zoun, including rifles, explosives, anti-tank missiles, and mortar rounds.
Following Jordan base attack
CENTCOM completes heavy wave of strikes across Iran
CENTCOM conducts strikes on dozens of IRGC targets across Iran in retaliation for attempted Iranian missile attacks on US bases in Jordan.
'Nobody tells him what to do'
Netanyahu rejects claims he misled Trump on Iran
In an interview with ABC News, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirms President Trump leads their coalition against Iran, dismissing claims he persuaded the US to stay in the war.
Report:
Trump weighs intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign in Iran
President Trump is considering a CENTCOM plan for an intensive 10-to-14-day air campaign against Iran while keeping diplomatic response on the table, reports The Wall Street Journal.
Despite Iran strikes
Saudi Arabia urges de-escalation with Iran
Following joint airstrikes in Iraq, Saudi Arabia's defense minister informs Vice President Vance that Riyadh still seeks de-escalation with Iran, according to Axios.
Trump threatens Iran:
'We’re going to hit them very hard'
President Trump vows to hit Iran "very hard" in retaliation after Iran fired missiles targeting a base in Jordan overnight: “It’s our turn".
Hotovely to Arutz Sheva:
Netanyahu and Trump 'on the same page'
Speaking with Arutz Sheva from Washington, Ambassador Tzipi Hotovely shares a front-row view into the critical meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump.
US tanker hit in suspected drone attack in Egypt
An American tanker was struck in a suspected UAV attack at the Damietta Port in northern Egypt this evening.
Joint US-Saudi airstrikes reportedly killed six Iranian advisers
Associated Press reports six Iranian advisers were killed, with the Iraqi militias reporting a death toll of 20, when US and Saudi forces struck IRGC-linked militia sites in eastern Iraq overnight.
Senior Israeli official:
'Decision on Iran strikes is up to Trump'
Senior official says Iran moved centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain, and that Trump and Netanyahu discussed phasing out US military aid and options to eliminate Iran's nuclear threat, among other issues.
'They are going to get a beating'
Trump promises retaliation for Iranian attack on US forces
US President tells Fox News that the US will retaliate for the overnight missile barrage launched from Iran on US forces in Jordan.
IDF: Hezbollah violated ceasefire agreement
IDF investigation reveals Hezbollah launched explosive drone toward IDF engineering vehicle in southern Lebanon security zone.
'Spoils of war': Report exposes Iran's crackdown on Jews
New Jewish Chronicle investigation indicates Iran's shrinking Jewish community facing intimidation, arrests, vandalism, economic persecution.
300 meters from UNIFIL:
Watch: IDF uncovers Hezbollah HQ beneath factory
IDF troops destroy 55-meter-long underground Hezbollah command center hidden beneath construction materials factory just 300 meters from a UNIFIL position.
Iran rejects Hormuz deal, enrages US mediators
Iran rejected an Omani proposal to share control of shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, angering mediators, Wall Street Journal report says.
IDF uncovers Hezbollah weapons cache in southern Lebanon
IDF troops operating in Lebanon security zone locate dozens of Hezbollah weapons, including assault rifles, RPGs, explosives, and grenades.
Reuters report:
Iran to receive hundreds of shoulder-fired missiles from China
Iran expected to receive first shipment of hundreds of shoulder-fired air defense missiles from China in the coming weeks, Reuters reports.
After missile fire on Jordan
US and Saudi forces strike Iranian proxies
US and Saudi forces strike Iranian-aligned targets in Iraq, after American defenses intercept IRGC ballistic missiles launched at a base in Jordan.
US rejects 'unreasonable' Iranian demands for tolls in Hormuz
US official says Iran's "unreasonable demands" were rejected by Oman and the US, affirming no tolls or fees will be imposed in the Strait of Hormuz.
Report
Iran intensifying efforts to assassinate Israeli officials
Iran is reportedly seeking to attack both current and former officials in an effort to achieve a psychological victory over Israel.
Netanyahu and Trump Meet at the White House
Prime Minister Netanyahu met with U.S. President Trump at the White House and is expected to present him with intelligence evidence of nuclear activity at the “Pixaxe Mountain."
Trump jabs at Netanyahu ahead of White House meeting
Trump took a dig at Netanyahu, saying he did not need his updates on Iran and made it clear that he would prefer an agreement to war at this stage.
Report: Trump initially resisted meeting Netanyahu
CNN reports President Trump initially resisted meeting Benjamin Netanyahu amid growing policy differences over Iran, Lebanon and other regional issues.
New poll:
Most Americans oppose war with Iran
A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that only one-in-three Americans support the war with Iran, while most say Trump has not clearly explained its goals.
Second day in a row
Drone intercepted in Jordan border area
IAF intercepts a drone at the Jordan border that did not cross into Israel, for the second day in a row.
Newly released footage:
Graham offers US strikes on Lebanon, Netanyahu refuses
Unseen footage shared by CNN's Inside Politics captures a phone call between Senator Graham and Prime Minister Netanyahu, in which Graham says he will try to persuade President Trump to strike Lebanon, but Netanyahu turns down the offer.
Trump warns Iran:
Talks must move fast or strikes resume
President Donald Trump said he paused expanded strikes on Iran to allow negotiations to continue, warning military action will resume if talks fail.
What's behind the pause in US strikes?
i24 political correspondent Guy Azriel believes that the halt in the American attacks is purely tactical: "We are far from the end of this story."
Netanyahu takes off for Washington as Iran tops agenda
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu takes off for diplomatic visit to Washington, focusing on Iranian threat, expansion of Abraham Accords.
IDF intercepts two UAVs on Israel-Jordan border
Two UAVs intercepted near Israel-Jordan border; IDF investigating.
Just before Washington trip
Netanyahu reveals concern over possible US pressure
The Prime Minister embarks on a quick visit to the US at the President's invitation, focusing on discussing the Iranian issue and attending the funeral ceremony for Senator Lindsey Graham
'We have more than we need'
Trump rejects claims of dwindling munitions
President Trump rejects reports that he delayed massive two-week military strike on Iran over concerns about declining missile stockpiles.
Netanyahu: How war with Iran will end
In a Fox News interview, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran's regime must either fall or be weakened enough to abandon its nuclear ambitions.
US military boards tanker to enforce Iranian naval blockade
US forces board a Comoros-flagged tanker and detail the disabling of another vessel, confirming its naval blockade against Iran remains in full effect.
Report:
Trump paused expanded Iran campaign over defense stockpiles
President Trump paused plans for an expanded military campaign against Iran amid warnings over dwindling air defense missile stockpiles, The New York Times reports.
US intelligence:
Mojtaba Khamenei more open to build nuclear bomb
US intelligence reports indicate Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is more open to acquiring nuclear weapons than his father.
NYT report:
Credible Iranian threat prompted Trump’s Air Force One swap
A credible threat by Iranian proxies forced President Trump to swap aircraft in Turkey following security warnings, according to The New York Times.
Iran strikes
Trump meets cabinet to evaluate escalating military action
President Trump meets key cabinet officials to weigh a major military escalation against Iran after ceasefire breakdown.
Netanyahu to meet Trump in DC amid soaring Iran tensions
Prime Minister Netanyahu will travel to Washington on Monday to meet President Trump and attend Sen. Lindsey Graham's funeral amid growing US-Iran tensions.
First direct retaliation
Report: Bahrain and Kuwait secretly struck Iran
The Wall Street Journal reports that Bahrain and Kuwait secretly launched jet strikes on Iranian drone and missile depots last month.
Jordan intercepts Iranian barrage after deadly US strikes in Iran
Jordan's military intercepts seven Iranian missiles and six drones on Friday, after Iranian state media reported four dead, five wounded, in overnight US strikes near Ahvaz.
Iran warns:
Strikes on Tel Aviv if Trump expands campaign to Tehran
Iranian officials tell New York Times that Iran will attack Tel Aviv and urge Houthis to block the Bab al-Mandab if Trump acts on threats to strike Tehran and key infrastructure.
13th consecutive night:
CENTCOM wraps Iran strikes to protect shipping lines
CENTCOM completes its 13th night of strikes on Iranian command hubs and drone sites, as Tehran activates air defenses. Explosions in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz.
Senate blocks resolution
House passes measure to end Iran war
House approves a nonbinding measure directing President Trump to end hostilities in Iran, but a binding resolution fails to pass in the Senate.
Report:
Iran rejects Iraqi PM’s proposal for US ceasefire plan
Iraq’s Prime Minister presents a US-Iran ceasefire proposal in Tehran following Trump talks, while Iran’s Foreign Minister blames America's attitude for ongoing conflict.
Trump warns Iran:
'Damaged ships and cargo will be paid for with seized assets'
President Trump declares that any damages to commercial ships or cargo from Iranian actions will be paid for directly using seized Iranian assets held by the US.
Defense Minister Katz
"If Iran attacks Israel, it will suffer a crushing blow"
Defense Minister Israel Katz held a security consultation with the Chief of Staff and senior security officials, and clarified: "We are preparing for every possibility."
Trump
'I'm considering a bigger attack against Iran than ever'
US President tells Axios he is 'close to a decision' on an attack of unprecedented scale against Iran.
MK Saada
'We're approaching an attack on Iran, perhaps this weekend'
Likud MK Moshe Saada says in interview that it is 'known' that preparations for an attack on Iran are underway.
Cities open bomb shelters ahead of possible Iran attack
Several municipalities open public bomb shelters as Israeli defense officials warn escalating US-Iran tensions could trigger Iranian strike on Israel.
Rubio: Iran 'begging' for a deal
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Iran 'begging' to negotiate but keeps changing its position.
Israel braces for possible Iranian strike this weekend
As US intensifies its military campaign against Iran, Israeli defense officials prepare for possibility of an Iranian attack as early as this weekend.
Travel warning across MidEast
UK pulls diplomatic staff from Iran
UK temporarily pulls diplomatic staff from Iran to operate remotely and warns travelers across 13 Middle Eastern nations of potential disruptions.
IRGC declares Strait closed
US hits Iran for 12th consecutive night
CENTCOM completes its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military sites, while the IRGC declares the Strait of Hormuz closed and warns uncoordinated ships against transit.
Amid Iran tensions
Report: US moves stealth jets and bombers to Middle East
Washington is deploying additional troops, medical personnel, and aircraft to the Middle East as President Trump considers expanding operations against Iran, reports The Wall Street Journal.
Trump:
'Iran wants a deal, but they're not ready for one'
At a Georgia rally, President Trump says Iran wants a deal but isn't ready, after earlier threatening to bomb Iranian power plants if shipping attacks continue.
Israel braces for possible Iran escalation
IDF places troops on heightened alert as Israel prepares for possibility US-Iran conflict could spill over.
Trump threatens to blow up Iranian bridges, power plants
US President warns of further escalation if Iran does not cease its attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian FM: I narrowly escaped Israeli assassination strike
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi recounts how he survived the opening strikes of the war, says Tehran seeking to drive a wedge between US and Israel.
