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Iran rejects US demand to halt enrichment in Oman talks
Iran rejects US calls to halt uranium enrichment in Oman talks, though both sides agree to keep negotiating as Tehran signals openness to discussing enrichment levels.
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Trump:
'Hamas must disarm or they won’t be around any longer'
At the National Prayer Breakfast, Trump says Hamas must disarm or be destroyed and says Iran is negotiating because it fears US military action.
Iranian FM arrives in Oman for new round of talks with US
Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Oman for a new round of nuclear talks with the US and is set to meet Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.
Vance:
'Trump will keep options open on Iran, including military force'
Vice President JD Vance says Trump will keep all options open on Iran, stressing diplomacy but warning the US could use military force to stop Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Trump:
'Khamenei should be very worried'
Trump tells NBC that Iran’s Supreme Leader should be “very worried," warning of severe consequences if Iran tries to restart its nuclear program.
Rubio:
'Trump ready to meet anyone, including Iran'
Rubio says Trump is ready to meet “anyone," including Iran, but stresses any talks must address missiles, terror sponsorship, nuclear activity, and human rights.
Trump:
'I don’t think Iran wants another Midnight Hammer'
Trump says the US is negotiating with Iran and declines to reveal where talks will take place.
Report:
Trump nearly pulled out of Iran talks after Gulf aggression
Wall Street Journal reports that Trump considered abandoning Iran talks after a drone incident and harassment of a US vessel, but negotiations are still expected to proceed later this week.
As tensions surge
US shoots down Iranian drone near USS Lincoln
US jet shoots down an Iranian drone near the USS Lincoln as Iran harasses a US-flagged tanker, escalating tensions while Washington and Tehran prepare for possible negotiations.
Israel's demands for Iran during Witkoff's visit
Senior defense officials warn that an agreement that focuses only on the nuclear issue would be weak and dangerous and insist the Iranian problem must be addressed comprehensively.
'Iran can't be trusted'
Nikki Haley warns against deal with Iran
Nikki Haley warns the US against striking a deal with Iran, saying the regime lies and spreads terror, as officials prepare for possible nuclear talks in Istanbul.
Report:
Iran ready to halt nuclear activity ahead of US meeting
Iran signals readiness to suspend its nuclear program ahead of planned US-Iran talks in Istanbul and transfer its uranium to Russia, according to The New York Times.
Trump:
'We have big ships heading there, we have talks going with them'
Trump reiterates that major US forces are heading toward Iran as Washington continues talks, warning that while a deal is possible, failure could lead to “bad things."
Khamenei adviser warns:
'A US strike will pull Israel into the conflict'
Iran’s Ali Shamkhani says Tehran is ready for war, warns Israel will be targeted if the US strikes, and insists enriched uranium will stay in Iran.
Report:
US and Iran to resume nuclear talks on Friday
Planned Istanbul talks mark first direct US-Iran contact since last June's conflict, amid regional diplomacy and ongoing pressure for a nuclear deal.
Lindsey Graham:
'Peace requires Iran regime’s fall'
Sen. Lindsey Graham says peace requires Iran’s regime to fall, as Trump urges Tehran to reach a deal and responds to Khamenei’s warning that any conflict would become a regional war.
Iran denies Guards planned live-fire drills in Strait of Hormuz
Iran denies reports that the Revolutionary Guards planned live-fire drills in the Strait of Hormuz, saying media claims were incorrect.
Iran frees protester on bail after US warns of possible execution
Iran releases protester Erfan Soltani on bail after the US warned he faced execution, a claim Tehran denies.
Report:
US tells Iran it is open to negotiating a deal
US official tells Axios that the Trump administration has conveyed to Iran that it is open to a meeting to negotiate a deal. Regional states push to broker a meeting.
'We’ll see if he’s right'
Trump counters Khamenei’s warning
Trump responds to Khamenei’s warning that any US attack would spark a regional war, saying the US hopes for a deal but is prepared to test the threat if diplomacy fails.
Trump:
'Iran is seriously talking, I hope they give up nuclear weapons'
Trump says Iran is "seriously talking" with the US and expresses hope Iran will accept a deal giving up nuclear weapons.
Iranian President:
'War would benefit neither Iran nor US'
Iranian President Pezeshkian tells Egypt's Al-Sisi that Tehran doesn't seek war with the US. Iran's top security official says progress has been made in negotiations despite US warships off Iran's shores.
Over brutal crackdown
US sanctions Iranian Interior Minister
The US imposes sanctions on Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and five other officials over brutal crackdown that killed thousands of protesters.
'Only they know for sure'
Trump hints he gave Iran ultimatum
US President hints he gave Iran an ultimatum to make a deal: "Iran wants to make a deal."
Did the pressure work?
Iranian FM says he's ready to resume nuclear talks
Iranian foreign minister says Tehran is open to nuclear talks with the US but demands an end to military threats as mediators work on a framework.
Iran threatens instant strike on US bases if attacked
Iran threatens to retaliate against US bases and carriers if attacked: “It won’t unfold the way Trump imagines."
Trump on Iran:
'I told them no nukes, stop killing protesters'
US President says he's had conversations with Iran and plans more, confirms US ships are sailing to Iran but hopes not to use them.
'The big plan'
Trump considers extensive strike on Iran
The US is weighing large-scale attacks on Revolutionary Guard facilities. Israeli officials estimate that a limited military move will not topple the Iranian regime.
Khamenei aide:
'Any US strike will trigger attack on heart of Tel Aviv'
Senior Iranian adviser to Khamenei warns that any US military action against Iran will trigger an immediate, all-out response targeting Tel Aviv and supporters of the “aggressor".
US deports three former IRGC members suspected of terrorism
US deports three former IRGC members suspected of terrorism, part of a flight of 14 Iranians to be deported.
Trump urges Iran deal:
'A beautiful armada is headed towards Iran'
Trump urges Iran to make a deal while highlighting a major US military buildup in the region as the death toll in the Iranian protests continues to climb.
Iran threatens 'regret‑inducing' response to US attack
Iran warns it will deliver a “comprehensive and regret‑inducing" response to any attack as US forces move toward the region.
MidEast officials concerned
Trump may strike Iran in coming days
US warships and jets are moving toward Iran, raising fears of an imminent strike as Tehran and its proxies threaten retaliation and regional leaders warn of a potential wider conflict.
Possible US-Iran clash?
Major airlines suspend Middle East routes
KLM, Air France and several major airlines suspend weekend flights to Israel and the Gulf amid rising regional tensions and speculation that the US may strike Iran following its protest crackdown.
Vance:
'Military buildup ensures options if Iran does something stupid'
US Vice President JD Vance says the US buildup in the Persian Gulf ensures Trump has options if Iran acts, stressing the need to protect American assets and personnel.
New sanctions
US targets Iran’s 'shadow fleet' over protest crackdown
US sanctions nine Iranian oil vessels and related firms, expanding pressure on Tehran over its protest crackdown.
Trump warns Iran:
'We have a massive fleet heading in that direction'
Trump says the US has a “massive fleet" headed towards Iran and is watching Iran “very closely" after it cancelled executions of protesters last week.
President Trump:
'Iran shoots protesters and continues experiments with nukes'
The U.S. president addressed the possibility of military action against Iran and said his threats to the Tehran regime prevented executions of protesters.
Strike on Iran? Former National Security Adviser doubts it
Maj. Gen. (res.) Yaakov Amidror assesses why the US has not yet struck Iran, warning: “If Trump does nothing, Iran’s regional influence will grow stronger."
Trump on Iran:
'We hope there’s not going to be further action'
Speaking to CNBC, Trump says Iran canceled 837 planned executions after his threat of military action, urges Tehran to stop pursuing nuclear weapons.
US deploys F‑15 squadron to Mideast as tensions with Iran rise
CENTCOM deploys an F‑15 squadron to the Middle East, citing enhanced readiness and regional security as tensions with Iran persist.
Trump warns Iran:
'We’ll wipe them off the face of this earth'
Trump warns the US would respond forcefully if Iran kills protesters or acts on threats against him, saying any attack would trigger massive retaliation.
Cruz backs US strike on Iran after all other steps exhausted
Sen. Ted Cruz says the US should exhaust all non‑military options against Iran’s regime but supports force as a last resort.
Iran warns Trump:
'Any attack on Khamenei is full-scale war'
Iran warns that any attack on Khamenei would mean war, as the US weighs military action amid escalating tensions.
Saudi media:
US still on collision course with Iran
Reports by Al-Arabiya and Al-Hadath say a US aircraft carrier and air squadrons are heading to the region, giving President Trump expanded military options on Iran.
Iran Expert:
'I was shocked by Witkoff's remarks on Iran'
Iran researcher Beni Sabti criticizes Witkoff's remarks on the killing in Iran that "has stopped", but holds out hope that it was part of an act of misdirection.
New details revealed:
Why Trump chose not to strike Iran this week
Washington Post report provides new details on Trump’s decision to halt imminent US airstrikes on Iran after executions were canceled.
Report:
Trump, Netanyahu held second phone call to discuss Iran
Axios reports that Trump and Netanyahu spoke on Thursday night to discuss Iran, their second phone call in two days on the Iran crisis.
Witkoff on Iran:
'I hope there’s a diplomatic solution'
Speaking at IAC National Summit in Florida, Steve Witkoff urges a diplomatic solution on Iran’s enrichment, missiles, material stockpiles and proxies, and voices support for the Iranian people.
Former CENTCOM chief:
'Before striking Iran, ask the key question - What comes next?'
Speaking at IAC National Summit, Ret. Gen. Michael “Erik" Kurilla urges a full‑government, international strategy on Iran, stressing the need to ask “what comes next" before any action.
Ambassador Waltz:
Trump ready to act to 'stop the slaughter' in Iran
US Ambassador tells UN that “all options are on the table" to stop Iran’s killings, blasting the regime.
US moves aircraft carrier toward Mideast as Iran tensions surge
US shifts at least one aircraft carrier and other assets toward the Middle East as tensions with Iran rise, with planners preparing “more offensive" options depending on Tehran’s next moves.
Highest alert
US attack to alter Israeli Home Front guidelines
Israeli officials estimate the US may take military action against Iran in the coming days, a move expected to affect Israel’s Home Front Command guidelines and regional security preparedness.
European officials:
US attack on Iran closing in
European officials say President Trump has decided to take military action against the Iranian regime, and it is only a matter of time.
Report:
Israel, Arab states urge Trump to delay major strikes on Iran
Israeli and Arab officials urge Trump to delay major strikes on Iran despite intense protests and rising casualties, according to NBC News.
Trump warns Iran:
'Very strong action' if protesters are hanged
In an interview with CBS News, Trump warns Iran of “very strong action" if it hangs protesters, pledging help for Iranian citizens.
Middle East Studies Expert:
US moves are pushing Iran to a tipping point - but slowly
Middle East Studies director Dr. Yehudah Balanga explains that military force, economic pressure, and covert tactics are all on the table, but regime change is far from guaranteed.
Report:
Trump briefed on cyber, psychological tools against Iran
CBS News reports that Trump has been briefed on expanded military, cyber, and psychological options as Iran’s protests escalate.
Khamenei says pro‑regime rallies are a 'warning' to the US
Iran’s Supreme Leader praises pro‑government rallies after two weeks of protests, calling them a “warning" to the US.
As protests escalate
US urges citizens to leave Iran immediately
US warns citizens to leave Iran immediately as protests intensify, internet is restricted, flights are canceled, and land borders become the safest exit routes amid rising risks of detention.