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Israeli Strikes Continue Across Southern Lebanon as Turkey Revokes Bank Mellat Licence (Sep 19, 1027 UTC, 1327 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israeli forces carried out a new wave of airstrikes, artillery fire, and demolitions across southern Lebanon, while Turkey revoked the operating licence of Iran's Bank Mellat in Istanbul. The US and Denmark announced a Greenland security deal, and Iran executed a man convicted of spying for Israel.
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Lebanese Army Returns to Deir Mimas as Israel Withdraws; Saudi Aramco Halts European Crude (Sep 18, 1757 UTC, 2057 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The Lebanese Army returned to its main post in Deir Mimas after an Israeli force withdrew following a tense standoff, while Saudi Aramco halted October crude shipments to European refiners after an attack on its East-West pipeline. Iranians staged the largest pro-regime rally since the war began, and a UN agency estimated the Hormuz blockade has cost Arab nations $150 billion.
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IRGC Claims Tanker Strike as Iran Holds Mass Rally and UN Alleges War Crimes (Sep 18, 0927 UTC, 1227 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IRGC claimed it struck a Togo-flagged tanker attempting an illegal passage through the Strait of Hormuz, while hundreds of thousands rallied in Tehran for the 'Sacrifice for Iran' campaign. A UN fact-finding mission said there are grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in Iran and Tehran committed crimes against humanity. Israeli operations continued in southern Lebanon and Gaza.
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IRGC Claims 53rd US Drone Kill as UN Alleges US War Crimes in Iran and Israel Keeps Up Lebanon Strikes (Sep 17, 1855 UTC, 2155 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IRGC claimed it shot down a 53rd US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island, while a UN fact-finding mission said there are grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in Iran and Tehran committed crimes against humanity. Israeli strikes continued across southern Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia reported its first civilian death this month from Houthi drone debris in Taif.
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US Fed Hikes Rates as Gaza Building Collapse Kills 21 and Houthis Meet US Officials (Sep 16, 1848 UTC, 2148 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, while a war-damaged building collapsed in Gaza City killing at least 21 Palestinians. US officials met Houthi representatives in Oman, and Sweden expelled an Iranian embassy employee over threats to Jewish and Israeli interests.
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US House Votes to End Iran War as IRGC Claims 52nd Drone Kill and Gaza Building Collapse Kills 16 (Sep 16, 0946 UTC, 1246 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US House voted 220-204 to end military action in Iran, while the IRGC claimed it shot down its 52nd US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island. In Gaza, a war-damaged building collapsed in Gaza City, killing at least 16 Palestinians and leaving around 100 missing. The Houthis claimed they downed a Saudi F-15 over Marib, and the Trump administration is preparing a $2.8 billion bomb sale to Israel.
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Hormuz Clashes Escalate as US Sinks IRGC Boats and Iran Claims Third Drone Kill (Sep 15, 1851 UTC, 2151 Israel) (Evening Edition)
US forces sank two IRGC boats attempting to seize an American surface drone in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's IRGC claimed it shot down a third US MQ-1 drone over the waterway. Israeli strikes killed Hamas and Islamic Jihad commanders in Gaza, and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia drew fresh condemnation as satellite imagery revealed major damage to the East-West oil pipeline.
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Houthis Wound 13 in Saudi Strikes as Iran Claims Fourth Drone Kill and Israel Keeps Up Gaza, Lebanon Pressure (Sep 15, 0950 UTC, 1250 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Houthi ballistic missile and drone attacks wounded 13 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia, drawing a pledge of a "firm" response from the Saudi-led coalition. Iran's IRGC claimed it shot down a fourth American MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran said its foreign minister will visit Beijing. Israeli strikes killed at least two Palestinians in Gaza and eliminated two Hamas commanders, and IDF troops dismantled a Hezbollah rocket-launcher hideout in southern Lebanon.
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Iran Nuclear Chief Barred From IAEA as Israel Keeps Up Lebanon Strikes and Syria Fuel Protests Spread (Sep 14, 1948 UTC, 2248 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran's nuclear chief was barred from the IAEA General Conference in Vienna after Austria revoked his visa, drawing protests from Tehran and a US statement opposing his attendance. Israeli strikes continued across southern Lebanon, where Prime Minister Netanyahu pledged to keep destroying Hezbollah infrastructure, and the IDF chief ordered legal action over the NAZA film. Protests spread across Syria over fuel price hikes, while Houthi forces seized additional Red Sea islands.
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Hormuz Talks Postponed as IRGC Claims Drone Kill and Gaza, Lebanon Strikes Continue (Sep 14, 1024 UTC, 1324 Israel) (Evening Edition)
A planned Oman meeting on Strait of Hormuz arrangements was postponed at Saudi Arabia's request, while Iran's IRGC claimed it destroyed a U.S. MQ-1 drone over the strait. Israeli strikes continued in Gaza and southern Lebanon, and Houthi forces claimed attacks on Saudi Arabia as Yemeni government forces advanced in Taiz.
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Hormuz Ship Strike Kills One as Houthis Push on Marib and Lebanon Talks Move to Washington (Sep 13, 1803 UTC, 2103 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An Iranian commercial vessel was struck near the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member and wounding three, as Tehran ruled out reopening the waterway despite plans for a Muscat meeting on new maritime arrangements. Houthi forces massed around Marib after seizing Yemen's Red Sea coast, while Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors are set to meet in Washington next week to discuss the trilateral framework.
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Iranian Ship Struck Near Hormuz as Houthis Hit Saudi Base and Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon (Sep 13, 1003 UTC, 1303 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An Iranian commercial vessel was struck near the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member, as Houthi forces claimed missile and drone attacks on a Saudi military base in Sharurah. Israel carried out airstrikes and artillery fire across southern Lebanon, while Iraq seized a drone-launching platform linked to the earlier Saudi pipeline attack.
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BRICS Urges Restraint as Iraqi Militias Deny Saudi Pipeline Strike and Lebanon Talks Stall (Sep 12, 1742 UTC, 2042 Israel) (Evening Edition)
BRICS leaders adopted a joint declaration urging maximum restraint in the Middle East and backing a Gaza ceasefire and two-state solution, while Iran-backed Iraqi militias denied responsibility for the attack that shut Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun visited Nabatieh and said no new negotiations with Israel are underway, as explosions continued in southern Lebanon.
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Saudi Pipeline Shut After Iraq Drone Strike as Houthis Tighten Red Sea Grip (Sep 12, 1015 UTC, 1315 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Saudi Arabia shut its East-West oil pipeline after drones launched from Iraq struck the system, with Baghdad firing a military commander and ordering an investigation. The Houthis completed their seizure of Yemen's Red Sea coast, capturing Perim Island and halving ship traffic through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Israel-Lebanon talks scheduled for Rome next week were postponed to October, with ambassadors to meet in Washington instead. US officials linked Chinese satellite imagery to Iran's July attack on a US base in Jordan that killed three American troops.
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Saudi Pipeline Hit From Iraq as Houthis Consolidate Red Sea Control (Sep 11, 2256 UTC, 0156 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Saudi Arabia shut its East-West oil pipeline after drones launched from Iraq struck the system, with Baghdad ordering an investigation. The Houthis continued their advance along Yemen's Red Sea coast, seizing Perim Island and consolidating control of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, while the UN reported 46,000 displaced. Israel pressed demolitions and airstrikes across southern Lebanon after destroying a major Hezbollah underground complex.
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IDF Destroys Hezbollah Command Complex as Houthis Seize Bab al-Mandeb Islands (Sep 11, 1740 UTC, 2040 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF destroyed more than two kilometers of Hezbollah underground infrastructure beneath Ali al-Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, identifying it as the central command complex for Hezbollah's Badr Unit, before withdrawing troops toward Beaufort. Houthi forces captured the Greater and Lesser Hanish islands, completing their control of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the entire Yemeni Red Sea coast, while declaring Red Sea shipping safe except for Saudi vessels. Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri said the framework agreement has fallen, and President Trump admitted the Iran war is taking longer than expected.
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Houthis Seize Perim Island as Trump Rebuffs Saudi Strike Plea and IDF Kills Khan Younis Commander (Sep 11, 0925 UTC, 1225 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Houthi forces captured the strategic island of Perim (Mayyun) in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, completing their control of the waterway after seizing the entire Yemeni Red Sea coastline. President Trump declined Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's request for direct US strikes on the Houthis, offering intelligence support instead. The IDF and Shin Bet killed Hamas's Khan Younis Brigade commander Muhammad Yazouri in an overnight strike in southern Gaza.
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Houthis Seize Mocha as Oil Hits $105 and Iran Claims Hormuz Vessel Strike (Sep 10, 1815 UTC, 2115 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Houthi forces captured the Red Sea port city of Mocha, tightening their grip on the Bab al-Mandab Strait as oil prices surged to $105 per barrel. Iran's IRGC claimed destruction of a US unmanned vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, while the IAEA reported construction activity at Iran's fortified Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site. Israeli strikes killed a family of four in Beit Lahia, Gaza, and the IDF prepared to demolish a major Hezbollah tunnel system beneath the Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon.
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Iranian Strike Damages US Aircraft in Jordan as Trump Declares Victory and Renames Hormuz (Sep 10, 0926 UTC, 1226 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Multiple US military aircraft, including an A-10 Thunderbolt and roughly eight F-15s, were damaged in an overnight Iranian strike on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. President Trump declared the US is 'winning' the war with Iran, claimed control of the Strait of Hormuz, and suggested renaming it the 'Trump Strait.' Meanwhile, Israeli demolition operations and artillery fire continued across southern Lebanon, and Netanyahu announced he will sue Haaretz over its report that the UAE warned him before the October 7 attack.
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Netanyahu Vows Iran 'Very Close' to Collapse as IAEA Refers Tehran to UN Security Council (Sep 09, 1827 UTC, 2127 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, visiting Israeli troops on Mount Hermon in southern Syria, declared Iran 'very close' to collapse and vowed Israel would not allow a 'terror army' on its border. The IAEA Board of Governors voted to report Iran to the UN Security Council for the first time in 20 years over nuclear non-proliferation breaches. Brent crude surpassed $100 per barrel for the first time since July amid renewed US-Iran hostilities and Saudi airstrikes in Yemen.
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US Strikes Five Iranian Tankers as IRGC Claims Attacks on Jordan Base and Hormuz Shipping (Sep 09, 0927 UTC, 1227 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers after attempted missile attacks on a Navy warship, prompting IRGC claims of retaliatory strikes on the Al-Azraq airbase in Jordan and multiple vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Jordan intercepted 18 of 20 ballistic missiles. Netanyahu announced he will sue Haaretz over its report that the UAE warned him before Oct. 7. Israeli artillery and controlled explosions continued in southern Lebanon.
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Houthi Attacks Wound 73 in Saudi Arabia as Israeli Ministers Push Falklands Retaliation (Sep 08, 0926 UTC, 1226 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Houthi missile and drone strikes on Saudi energy facilities wounded 73 people, including women and children, and halted operations at some sites. Israeli ministers called for recognizing Argentina's Falklands claim and expelling the UK ambassador ahead of expected British settlement trade restrictions. A new Haaretz investigation says UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed explicitly warned Netanyahu of Hamas plans days before October 7, which Netanyahu's office denies.
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Israeli Strikes Kill 12 in South Lebanon as UK Prepares West Bank Settlement Trade Ban (Sep 07, 1905 UTC, 2205 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israeli airstrikes on Kfar Reman in southern Lebanon killed at least 12 people overnight, including children and paramedics, after Hezbollah launched two explosive drones at IDF troops. The UK is set to announce a ban on trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank, while Kosovo signed on to the US-led Gaza stabilisation force. Yemeni-Saudi clashes intensified with Houthi claims of a prison strike killing seven.
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Israeli Strikes Kill 11 in South Lebanon as Iran Moves to Formalize Hormuz Restricted Zone (Sep 07, 1000 UTC, 1300 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Overnight Israeli airstrikes killed at least 11 people, including two children and two paramedics, in the southern Lebanon town of Kfar Reman, while Iran announced it will designate a restricted zone outside the Strait of Hormuz in the coming days. In the West Bank, a Palestinian was killed during a settler rampage in Hajja and an Israeli was stabbed at a farming outpost before troops shot the assailant dead. The IDF struck Hamas sites in Gaza after an explosive device hit an engineering vehicle, and Nauru opened an embassy in Jerusalem.
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Netanyahu Orders West Bank Outpost Removals as Iran Vows 'More Painful' Response (Sep 06, 1735 UTC, 2035 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the dismantling of unauthorized West Bank outposts amid US pressure, while Iran's parliament speaker warned of a 'faster, heavier, more painful' response to US attacks. Israeli strikes killed at least four in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah drones targeted troops, and the IDF launched a surprise General Staff exercise testing readiness for an Oct. 7-style assault.
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Israeli Strikes Kill Four in Southern Lebanon as IRGC Claims Attacks on US Warships (Sep 06, 0912 UTC, 1212 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israeli strikes killed at least four people and wounded 20 in southern Lebanon after Hezbollah launched two drones at IDF troops, while the IRGC claimed ballistic missile attacks on a US aircraft carrier and destroyer in the Strait of Hormuz. Netanyahu called Qatar a hostile state, and Yemeni government forces claimed control of Hays district amid intensified fighting.
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US Missile Strike Hits Iranian Tanker Near Kharg Island as Israel Strikes Lebanon and Pentagon Hunts Leaks (Sep 05, 1005 UTC, 1305 Israel) (Evening Edition)
A US missile strike hit an Iranian oil tanker near Kharg Island, with Iranian state media reporting four projectiles struck the vessel and no casualties. Israeli strikes killed at least three and wounded 23 in southern and eastern Lebanon after Hezbollah launched a drone at IDF troops. The Pentagon polygraphed about 50 Joint Staff members over leaks on munitions shortages, and US intelligence assesses Iran is weighing major escalation before the midterms.
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US Rejects Gaza Expulsion as Iran Targets Jordan Bases and Israel Frees Lebanese Detainees (Sep 04, 1729 UTC, 2029 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US publicly rejected Israeli proposals to remove Palestinians from Gaza, while Iran claimed missile strikes on US bases in Jordan and Israel freed four more Lebanese detainees via the Red Cross. US diesel hit a record $5.85/gallon amid the Iran war, and the US and allies moved to refer Iran to the UN Security Council over nuclear compliance.
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Settler Siege in Qusra Draws Sharp US Rebuke as UAE Accuses Iran of Hormuz Attacks (Aug 14, 0616 UTC, 0916 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Israeli settlers besieged three Palestinian homes in the West Bank village of Qusra for five nights, drawing sharp US criticism, while the UAE accused Iran of attacking two ADNOC tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Israeli strikes killed a Hamas commander in Gaza City, and a British firm began containing a massive oil spill from a grounded Russian shadow fleet tanker off Oman.
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Gaza Police Chief Killed as Qusra Siege Draws UN Condemnation and Iran Reasserts Hormuz Control (Aug 13, 1604 UTC, 1904 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An Israeli airstrike killed Gaza police chief Jamal Abu Kamil in Gaza City, the second strike in a day after a weeklong lull, while the settler siege of Qusra entered a fourth day with the UN human rights office calling it a new low. Iran's military rejected US claims of normal Hormuz transit, asserting no ship can pass without its authorization, as an oil spill from a tanker attacked near Qeshm Island reached Oman's coast.
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Settler Siege in Qusra Draws US Rebuke as IDF Chief Deploys Troops on Leave (Aug 13, 0619 UTC, 0919 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Dozens of Israeli settlers besieged three Palestinian families in the West Bank village of Qusra, cutting off water and power, prompting the IDF chief to deploy troops on leave and drawing sharp US criticism. The White House said Israel must do more to prevent settler violence, while US Ambassador Mike Huckabee said Washington was 'VERY involved' in efforts to end the siege. Separately, Israel struck a Hamas commander in northern Gaza in the first airstrike in over a week, and Defense Minister Israel Katz drew a US rebuke after saying Israel would remain in southern Lebanon.
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Houthi Attack Kills Six on Cargo Ship as Iran Holds Firm on Hormuz Conditions (Aug 12, 0617 UTC, 0917 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Houthi rebels killed six crew members and wounded ten in a double-tap missile strike on a cargo ship in the Bab al-Mandeb strait, marking the first fatal attack on shipping since the Iran war began. Iran’s Supreme National Security Council chief reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz will only fully reopen when the US accepts Tehran’s conditions, as Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran for mediation talks. The IDF condemned settler takeovers of Palestinian homes in the West Bank but did not evacuate them, while Israel and Venezuela agreed to renew consular ties after a 17-year break.
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Lebanon Abolishes Death Penalty as Syria Sentences Assad to Death (Aug 11, 1604 UTC, 1904 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Lebanon’s parliament voted to abolish the death penalty, becoming the first Arab state to do so. A Syrian court sentenced ousted President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for war crimes. Iran denied rumors about Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s health. Israeli artillery struck southern Lebanon, and the IDF reported targeting a Hamas sniper in Gaza. Former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen said Israeli spies toured Iran’s Fordow nuclear site many times.
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Trump Demands Iran Compensation as Colombia Recognizes Israeli Golan Claim (Aug 11, 0555 UTC, 0855 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump demanded Iran pay compensation for Americans and protesters killed in the war, while dismissing Tehran’s own reparations demands. Colombia became the second country to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. Drone attacks struck Libya’s Zawiya refinery for the third time in 48 hours, and the next round of Israel-Lebanon talks was set for early September.
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Houthis Strike al-Makha Port as Trump Shifts to Economic Pressure on Iran (Aug 10, 0612 UTC, 0912 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Houthi forces launched ballistic missile and drone attacks on Yemen’s al-Makha port, killing at least seven and wounding 30, while the US signaled a shift toward economic pressure on Iran. Iran appointed IRGC veteran Mohsen Rezaei as Supreme National Security Council secretary, hardening its stance on Hormuz. Israel-Lebanon talks face a reported pause, with Hezbollah condemning an Israeli map it says exposes expansionist aims. In Gaza, Israel rejected a US-backed peace plan, and the Board of Peace envoy said Israel would only withdraw from areas declared free of weapons and tunnels.
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Netanyahu Rejects US Gaza Plan as Houthis Strike Saudi Refinery and Iran Rules Out Talks (Aug 09, 1538 UTC, 1838 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu formally rejected the US-backed Board of Peace 15-point Gaza plan, vowing no IDF withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed. Iran ruled out resuming direct talks with the US, citing breaches of the Islamabad MoU, while Houthi forces claimed a drone attack on Saudi Aramco’s Jizan refinery. In southern Lebanon, the IDF demolished a Hezbollah tunnel shaft and uncovered weapons caches, and Israeli forces advanced into Daraa and Quneitra countryside in Syria.
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Iran Sets New Hormuz Conditions as Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan Pact Reshapes Alliances (Aug 09, 0548 UTC, 0848 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Iran issued sweeping new conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including a full US military withdrawal and compensation, while the IRGC insisted the waterway’s status is separate from Oman-mediated talks. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a collective-defense pact in Mecca, with Turkey indicating Egypt may join. Mossad’s new chief dismissed two senior officials, drawing internal accusations of serving Netanyahu’s interests. Israeli forces conducted demolitions in southern Lebanon, and a fire at Saudi Arabia’s Jazan refinery was brought under control.
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UAE Reports Iranian Missile Strike on ADNOC Tanker in Hormuz as IRGC Denies Link to Oman Talks (Aug 08, 1511 UTC, 1811 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The UAE says Iran targeted an ADNOC tanker with a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, drawing Gulf condemnation. The IRGC says reopening the strait is contingent on US acceptance of Iranian conditions and is unrelated to ongoing Iran-Oman talks. Israeli forces advanced and shelled multiple towns in south Lebanon, and an IDF soldier was moderately wounded in an operational accident. Netanyahu seeks an additional $17 billion in military spending. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a collective defense pact.
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Gaza Shooting Injures Three as Saudi Intelligence Chief Engages Iraq (Aug 08, 0618 UTC, 0918 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Three Palestinians were injured by Israeli gunfire north of Khan Younis, while Saudi Arabia’s intelligence chief met Iraq’s prime minister in Baghdad. The IDF searched Kibbutz Zikim after a cut was found in the Gaza perimeter fence. In Lebanon, Israeli forces conducted demolitions in Mays al-Jabal amid ongoing ceasefire talks. The Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defence pact signed in Mecca continued to draw analysis.
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Lebanon-Israel Talks Advance on Borders and Disarmament as Houthis Escalate in Yemen (Aug 07, 2115 UTC, 0015 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Lebanon and Israel reported positive progress on border demarcation and prisoner issues after the seventh round of talks, while agreeing on a shortlist of countries to verify Hezbollah disarmament. Houthi forces launched fresh attacks in Yemen's Marib and Hadramout, killing at least five, and threatened further escalation. A Hezbollah explosive drone struck near Israeli troops in southern Lebanon without causing casualties.
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Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan Defense Pact Signed as Hormuz Deal Nears and Houthis Threaten Major Operation (Aug 07, 1427 UTC, 1727 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a collective defense pact in Mecca, while Iran and Oman finalized a framework to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Houthi forces threatened a major military operation after killing 30+ Yemeni government troops. Israeli operations continued in southern Lebanon and Gaza, and a Hamas Nukhba operative was captured at Kerem Shalom.
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Houthi Attack Wounds 11 in Saudi Arabia as Hormuz Deal Nears and West Bank Raid Injures 51 (Aug 07, 0610 UTC, 0910 Israel) (Morning Edition)
A Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia’s Najran region wounded 11 civilians, including a child, as Riyadh warned of imminent coordinated strikes by Iranian-backed groups. Iran and Oman are finalizing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though Tehran demands sanctions relief. An Israeli raid in the West Bank’s Qalandiya camp injured 51 Palestinians. Mossad chief Roman Gofman dismissed two senior officials after a failed operation targeting Iran’s regime.
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Mossad Chief Removes Two Senior Officials as Hormuz Deal Nears and Lebanon Ceasefire Frays (Aug 06, 2302 UTC, 0202 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Mossad chief Roman Gofman dismissed the heads of the Intelligence Directorate and Iran Division after a failed plan to topple Iran’s regime. Iran and Oman are finalizing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though Iran is demanding sanctions relief in exchange for toll-free transit. Two IDF reservists were killed and four wounded by an IED in southern Lebanon, prompting Israeli strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure. In the West Bank, a settler was indicted for the killing of Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen, and settlers attacked a community in Masafer Yatta, burning homes.
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Two IDF Reservists Killed in South Lebanon as Hormuz Deal Nears and Settler Violence Flares in West Bank (Aug 06, 0743 UTC, 1043 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Two IDF reservists were killed and four seriously wounded by an IED in southern Lebanon, amid a surge in Israeli strikes and ceasefire violations. Iran and Oman are finalizing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while shipping through the strait has collapsed to near zero. In the West Bank, armed settlers torched homes in Khirbet al-Tuba, injuring at least six Palestinians.
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IDF Strikes South Lebanon After Ceasefire Breach as US-Iran Hormuz Deal Nears (Aug 05, 1549 UTC, 1849 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF launched precise strikes in southern Lebanon after what it called a 'blatant violation' of the ceasefire by Hezbollah, issuing an evacuation warning for Al-Mansouri and hitting Tibnin, where one person was killed and 11 wounded. The US, Iran, and Oman are reportedly close to an interim deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with President Trump saying an announcement could come as early as Wednesday. Houthis claimed a missile strike on a Saudi oil tanker off Yanbu, and a vessel was reported sunk near Yemen's Al Mukha.
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Indirect US-Iran Talks Continue as Cargo Ship Hit Near Hormuz and Israel-Lebanon Negotiations Resume (Aug 04, 1554 UTC, 1854 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Qatar confirmed indirect US-Iran talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz are ongoing, with no direct negotiations planned. A cargo ship was struck by a projectile near the strait, and its crew abandoned the vessel with one person missing. Israel and Lebanon began a seventh round of US-brokered talks in Rome, focusing on pilot zones and cessation of hostilities. The Houthis claimed a drone strike on Saudi Arabia’s Najran airport. In Gaza, a mass funeral was held for 112 Palestinians recovered from rubble two years after an Israeli airstrike.
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Trump Warns of 'Last Chance' for Iran as Tehran Denies Talks and Strikes Hit US Base in Kuwait (Aug 04, 0602 UTC, 0902 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump warned that new talks are Iran's 'last chance' to avoid escalation, but Tehran denied any direct negotiations, stating it is only discussing a safe-passage mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz with Oman. The IRGC attacked a US military base in Kuwait with multiple drones, and a cargo vessel was struck by a projectile near the strait. The Board of Peace conditioned any Israeli withdrawal from Gaza on Hamas's complete disarmament, as the IDF killed two senior Hamas operatives in airstrikes. Defense Minister Katz reversed his on-air dismissal of the IDF West Bank chief after settler leader backlash.
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Trump Claims Iran Talks Start Monday as Tehran Denies Direct Negotiations (Aug 03, 1557 UTC, 1857 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump claimed new talks with Iran would begin Monday, but Tehran denied any direct negotiations, stating it is only discussing a safe-passage mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz with Oman. The Knesset extended emergency IDF mobilization for two more months, while Israeli strikes killed at least 22 Palestinians in Gaza. Iran executed two men convicted of spying for Mossad.
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Trump Pauses Iran Strikes, Claims Talks Resume Monday (Aug 03, 0608 UTC, 0908 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump announced he canceled a planned large-scale military strike on Iran, claiming parameters for a deal were reached and talks would resume Monday. Iran denied any agreement, calling Trump's claim a psychological operation. Gulf states reportedly urged de-escalation before the strike was called off. The IDF and Defense Minister Katz clashed publicly after Katz announced the replacement of the Central Command chief without coordination.
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Trump Cancels Iran Strike, Claims Deal Perimeters Reached (Aug 02, 1528 UTC, 1828 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump announced he canceled a planned military strike on Iran, claiming that parameters for a deal to end the war were reached. Iran denied any agreement, calling Trump's claim a psychological operation. The IDF killed three terrorists in Gaza who were advancing attacks on troops, and completed a brigade mission in southern Lebanon after dismantling over 1,200 Hezbollah sites. The Lebanese army walked back an accusation that Israel struck its soldiers, attributing injuries to a suspicious object.
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Trump Cancels Iran Strike, Claims Deal Perimeters Reached (Aug 02, 0604 UTC, 0904 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump announced he canceled a planned military strike on Iran, claiming that parameters for a deal to end the war were reached after conversations with Middle East allies. Iran denied requesting a halt, calling Trump's claim a lie. The IDF remained on high alert for possible US strikes, while Israeli strikes killed eight in Gaza despite a Hamas disarmament plan. US embassies issued alerts urging citizens to consider departing the region.
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US General Warns of Insufficient Forces to Defend Israel as Iran Threatens 'Flames of War' (Aug 01, 1525 UTC, 1825 Israel) (Evening Edition)
A senior US general has privately warned the Pentagon that he lacks sufficient naval forces to continue protecting Israel from ballistic missiles, as Iran threatens to turn the region into a 'Stone Age' if struck. Israeli strikes in Gaza destroyed a hospital medicine warehouse, and clashes in southern Lebanon wounded an IDF officer. The US Embassy in Israel advised Americans to consider leaving the region.
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US-Israel Prepare Strikes on Iranian Energy Sites as UKMTO Reports Incident Near Oman (Aug 01, 0654 UTC, 0954 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US and Israel are reportedly preparing large-scale strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, with President Trump having authorized the operation, while Iran threatens to retaliate by targeting Israeli and US energy assets. In Gaza, Israeli strikes continue despite a Hamas disarmament agreement, and the UKMTO reports an incident northeast of Khasab, Oman.
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Gaza Disarmament Deal Faces Israeli Political Friction as Iran Hormuz Closure Continues (Jul 31, 2123 UTC, 0023 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US-announced Hamas disarmament agreement is encountering sharp opposition from Israeli coalition members, while the Strait of Hormuz remains closed by Iran and the IDF killed a Hamas commander involved in the October 7 abductions. Hezbollah issued statements condemning Israeli actions in southern Lebanon and US strikes in Iraq.
- RoutineIL17:52UTC14:52EST10:52
IRGC Seizes Two Tankers in Hormuz as US-Israel Weigh Iran Land Blockade (Jul 31, 1452 UTC, 1752 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IRGC intercepted two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz under US escort, while the US and Israel are reportedly discussing a land blockade of Iran. In Gaza, the IDF killed a Mujahideen Brigades commander involved in the October 7 abductions. In the West Bank, Israeli civilians entered Nablus, sparking clashes. Saudi Arabia is preparing for a ground operation against the Houthis in Yemen.
- RoutineIL09:04UTC06:04EST02:04
Israel Destroys Hezbollah Beaufort Tunnel Network as Trump Announces Gaza Disarmament Deal (Jul 31, 0604 UTC, 0904 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The IDF demolished key Hezbollah tunnels beneath Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon using 700 tons of explosives. President Trump announced a Gaza disarmament agreement under which Hamas would gradually disarm and a technocratic government would assume security control, though both sides express deep mistrust. Iran held funerals for IRGC members killed in US strikes, with officials vowing retaliation.
- RoutineIL18:42UTC15:42EST11:42
US Strikes Kill Civilians on Qeshm Island as Iran Claims Retaliatory Hits on US Bases (Jul 30, 1542 UTC, 1842 Israel) (Evening Edition)
US strikes across southern Iran killed a family of three on Qeshm Island, while Iran claimed retaliatory missile strikes destroyed three F-35s at a Jordanian airbase and hit a US base in Kuwait. Hezbollah reported Israeli artillery and drone activity in southern Lebanon, and the IDF struck Hamas weapons depots in Gaza. Israel and Hamas are reportedly nearing a Phase II agreement involving Hamas disarmament.
- FlashIL08:57UTC05:57EST01:57
US Launches Heavy Wave of Strikes on Southern Iran After IRGC Ballistic Missile Attack on Jordan Base (Jul 30, 0557 UTC, 0857 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a two-hour wave of strikes across southern Iran, targeting IRGC assets in Bushehr, Qeshm, Abadan, Kish, and Ahvaz, in retaliation for an IRGC ballistic missile attack on a US airbase in Jordan. Casualties are reported on Qeshm Island. Hezbollah conducted a drone strike on an IDF vehicle in southern Lebanon, the first since the late-June ceasefire framework. In Gaza, Israeli airstrikes killed at least three Palestinians, including a child, amid a collapsing health system. Prime Minister Netanyahu met with President Trump at the White House, with Trump signaling both a willingness to strike Iran hard and openness to a deal.
- RoutineIL18:41UTC15:41EST11:41
Hezbollah Drone Strikes IDF Vehicle in South Lebanon as Iran Launches Ballistic Missiles at US Base in Jordan (Jul 29, 1541 UTC, 1841 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Hezbollah launched an explosive drone that struck an IDF engineering vehicle in southern Lebanon's Ali Taher Ridge area, marking the first such attack since the late-June ceasefire framework. Iran fired ballistic missiles at a US air base and Central Command center in Jordan, all intercepted. The US and Saudi Arabia retaliated with strikes on Iran-aligned militia logistics in eastern Iraq, killing at least 20 PMF members. Prime Minister Netanyahu met with President Trump at the White House, with Trump signaling progress in talks but threatening to destroy Iranian infrastructure if no deal is reached.
- FlashIL09:02UTC06:02EST02:02
Iran Launches Ballistic Missiles at US Base in Jordan; US-Saudi Strikes Hit Iraq Militias (Jul 29, 0602 UTC, 0902 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Iran fired ballistic missiles at a US air base and Central Command center in Jordan after a five-day pause, with all projectiles intercepted. The US and Saudi Arabia retaliated with strikes on Iran-aligned militia logistics in eastern Iraq, killing eight PMF members. Prime Minister Netanyahu met with President Trump at the White House, calling it one of their best conversations, while Iran warned it is prepared for regional war.
- RoutineIL18:51UTC15:51EST11:51
Netanyahu Meets Trump at White House as Iran Rejects Frozen-Funds Plan (Jul 28, 1551 UTC, 1851 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu met with President Trump at the White House amid a third day of US-Iran strike pause, with Trump signaling progress in talks but threatening to destroy Iranian infrastructure if no deal is reached. Iran rejected Trump's proposal to compensate ships damaged in the Gulf from frozen Iranian funds, while Oman proposed a joint regional mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees. The IDF killed a Palestinian Islamic Jihad commander involved in the October 7 abductions in a strike in Khan Younis, and Israeli forces conducted operations in southern Lebanon and the West Bank.
- RoutineIL08:59UTC05:59EST01:59
IDF Intercepts Drone Near Jordan Border as Netanyahu-Trump Meeting Looms; US-Iran Pause Holds (Jul 28, 0559 UTC, 0859 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The IDF intercepted a UAV near the Jordan border that did not enter Israeli territory, as Prime Minister Netanyahu arrived in Washington for a high-stakes meeting with President Trump focused on Iran. The US-Iran strike pause extended past 72 hours, with Trump confirming ongoing talks and threatening to resume strikes if negotiations fail. In southern Lebanon, Israeli forces conducted large-scale controlled detonations in multiple towns, while settler violence and IDF raids continued in the West Bank.
- RoutineIL18:54UTC15:54EST11:54
Netanyahu Departs for Washington as US-Iran Pause Holds; IDF Strikes in Gaza, South Lebanon (Jul 27, 1554 UTC, 1854 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu secretly departed for Washington to meet President Trump, with Iran topping the agenda, as the US-Iran strike pause extended past 48 hours. Israeli forces killed a Hamas internal security chief and an Islamic Jihad operative in Gaza, while conducting controlled detonations in south Lebanon. Houthi drones targeted Saudi oil infrastructure, and Iran rejected renewed US talks while asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz.
- RoutineIL09:11UTC06:11EST02:11
Netanyahu Confirms UN Address as US-Iran Strike Pause Holds; Israeli Forces Detonate in South Lebanon (Jul 27, 0611 UTC, 0911 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed he will address the UN General Assembly in September, dismissing the ICC arrest warrant, while the US-Iran strike pause extended past 48 hours. Israeli forces conducted controlled detonations in two south Lebanon towns, and the IDF continued West Bank raids. Iran accused the US of violating the Islamabad MoU, and Syria's al-Sharaa warned of regional spillover from Lebanon.
- RoutineIL18:28UTC15:28EST11:28
Israeli Strikes Kill Hamas UAV Commander in Central Gaza as Iran Pauses Retaliatory Ops (Jul 26, 1528 UTC, 1828 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israeli airstrikes killed a Hamas UAV unit commander and two security officials in Gaza, while Iran halted its retaliatory operations against the U.S. for a second night amid ongoing diplomatic talks. The IDF sealed the home of a Palestinian gunman in the West Bank, and Netanyahu denied any withdrawal from the 'Yellow Zone' in southern Lebanon. Houthi forces downed a Saudi drone over Al-Jawf, and an oil tanker struck a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz.
- RoutineIL09:05UTC06:05EST02:05
US Holds Fire on Iran as Houthis Strike Saudi Aramco; West Bank Settler Violence Surges (Jul 26, 0605 UTC, 0905 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US paused its bombing campaign on Iran for a second night, while diplomatic channels opened amid concerns over interceptor stockpile depletion. Houthi forces escalated attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities, and Iran condemned a Ukrainian strike on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea. In the West Bank, settler violence flared with attacks on Palestinian homes and vehicles, and a drone crashed near the home of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The IDF continued raids across the territory, and a ramming attack was reported at the Mitzpe Yericho junction.
- RoutineIL18:28UTC15:28EST11:28
US Pauses Iran Strikes for First Night as West Bank Raids Net 70+ Suspects (Jul 25, 1528 UTC, 1828 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US paused its bombing campaign on Iran for the first time in 14 nights, while both sides confirmed ongoing talks amid a dispute over the Strait of Hormuz. The IDF conducted extensive West Bank raids, detaining more than 70 suspects after a deadly clash near Tell. Israeli forces carried out demolitions in southern Lebanon, and Houthi attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities were reported.
- RoutineIL09:51UTC06:51EST02:51
Trump Jokes About Fourth Term as US Pauses Iran Strikes; West Bank Raids Continue (Jul 25, 0651 UTC, 0951 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US paused its 13-night bombing campaign on Iran for the first time, while President Trump joked about a fourth term at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The IDF continued West Bank raids after a deadly clash near Tell, and Israeli forces conducted demolitions in southern Lebanon. Iran accused the US of war crimes over attacks on rescue vessels, and Saudi-led coalition strikes hit Hodeidah.
- RoutineIL00:23UTC21:23EST17:23
Netanyahu to Meet Trump as Iran Hardens Ceasefire Demands and Gulf Strikes Widen (Jul 24, 2123 UTC, 0023 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu will travel to Washington on Monday for a Tuesday meeting with President Trump, as Iran’s foreign minister rejected a ceasefire until demands on the Strait of Hormuz are met. Kuwait and Bahrain launched their first direct strikes on Iranian drone and missile depots, while Saudi Arabia struck Houthi targets in Hodeidah. The US embassy in Jerusalem warned Americans to prepare for possible flight cancellations due to regional tensions.
- PriorityIL17:38UTC14:38EST10:38
IDF Prepares Major West Bank Operation After Deadly Clash; IRGC Claims Attacks on US Bases in Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain (Jul 24, 1438 UTC, 1738 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF is preparing a major counterterrorism operation in the West Bank after a deadly clash near Tell left two Israelis and four Palestinians dead. The IRGC claimed attacks on US bases in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, while Iran’s foreign minister met with Russian and Pakistani counterparts at an SCO meeting. Lebanon’s prime minister oversaw a controlled return of residents to Zawtar al-Gharbiya under a ceasefire framework. The US completed a 13th night of strikes on Iran, and Brent crude remained above $100 per barrel.
- RoutineIL09:01UTC06:01EST02:01
US Completes 13th Night of Strikes as Iran Rejects Ceasefire and Threatens Tel Aviv (Jul 24, 0601 UTC, 0901 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US completed a 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while Tehran rejected a US ceasefire proposal mediated by Iraq’s prime minister and threatened to attack Tel Aviv if the war expands. Brent crude surged past $100 per barrel as Houthi attacks in the Red Sea continued to disrupt shipping. Israel conducted controlled blasts in south Lebanon despite a ceasefire framework, and a shooting near the West Bank settlement of Havat Gilad injured an Israeli man.
- PriorityIL00:27UTC21:27EST17:27
Mossad Foils Iranian Assassination Plot as US Senate Blocks War Powers Resolution (Jul 23, 2127 UTC, 0027 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Mossad thwarted an Iranian plot to infiltrate a foreign cell to assassinate senior Israeli officials. The US Senate rejected a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers on Iran, while the House passed a similar measure. Brent crude surged past $100 after Houthi strikes on Saudi tankers. Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir led thousands of settlers into the Al-Aqsa compound, drawing condemnation. The IRGC claimed a retaliatory strike on the US electronic warfare unit at Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
- RoutineIL09:03UTC06:03EST02:03
US Strikes Iran for 12th Night as IRGC Blocks Hormuz and US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Is Finalized (Jul 23, 0603 UTC, 0903 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US conducted a 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, deploying B-1 bombers for the first time, while the IRGC claimed it stopped three oil tankers from transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The US and Saudi Arabia finalized a 30-year civilian nuclear cooperation agreement, drawing Israeli objections. The Houthis attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, and Iran warned of attacks on regional infrastructure if its own is targeted.
- RoutineIL18:37UTC15:37EST11:37
Trump Threatens Iran Over Hormuz as US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Alarms Israel (Jul 22, 1537 UTC, 1837 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump threatened to destroy Iranian bridges and power plants for each attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while the IRGC claimed a new strike on US bases in Jordan. The US is expected to sign a 30-year civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, drawing sharp Israeli objections. In Lebanon, the army deployed to a pilot zone as the prime minister visited a southern village, calling for a full Israeli withdrawal.
- PriorityIL09:02UTC06:02EST02:02
US Strikes Iran for 11th Night as IRGC Claims Kuwait Radar Hits; Trump Approves Saudi Nuclear Deal (Jul 22, 0602 UTC, 0902 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US completed an 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, expanding the target set to new provinces, while the IRGC claimed it disabled multiple radar systems in Kuwait and the Iranian Army asserted drone attacks on US equipment there. President Trump approved a 30-year civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia without major safeguards, and the Netherlands announced a ban on imports from Israeli settlements effective September 22.
- RoutineIL18:41UTC15:41EST11:41
US Completes 10th Night of Strikes as Iran Targets Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan; Houthis Threaten Saudi Maritime Embargo (Jul 21, 1541 UTC, 1841 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US completed a 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran as the IRGC claimed attacks on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The Houthis threatened a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, while Hamas elected Khalil al-Hayya as its new political chief. Israel and Lebanon began a pilot zone framework in southern Lebanon, and Qatar formally condemned Iranian strikes on its territory.
- PriorityIL09:03UTC06:03EST02:03
US Strikes Iran for 10th Night as Tankers Burn in Hormuz and Israel Warns on Centrifuges (Jul 21, 0603 UTC, 0903 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while the IRGC claimed two tankers caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz and attacked US air defense systems in Bahrain. Israeli intelligence assessed that Iran moved thousands of centrifuges to an underground facility at Pickaxe Mountain. In southern Lebanon, Israel began a pilot withdrawal under a US-brokered safe-zone plan, and Hamas elected Khalil al-Hayya as its new political bureau chief, signaling continued alignment with Iran.
- RoutineIL18:41UTC15:41EST11:41
US Strikes Iran for Ninth Night as IRGC Claims Attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, and Tankers in Hormuz (Jul 20, 1541 UTC, 1841 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military command centers and air defense sites, while the IRGC claimed ballistic missile strikes on US military aircraft in Jordan and renewed missile attacks on Bahrain. The IRGC also asserted that two oil tankers exploded in the Strait of Hormuz. A third US service member was confirmed killed in Iraq, and mediators proposed a 10-day US-Iran truce.
- PriorityIL09:06UTC06:06EST02:06
US Strikes Iran for Ninth Night as IRGC Claims Attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, and Tankers in Hormuz (Jul 20, 0606 UTC, 0906 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military command centers and air defense sites, while the IRGC claimed ballistic missile strikes on US military aircraft in Jordan and renewed missile attacks on Bahrain. The IRGC also asserted that two oil tankers exploded in the Strait of Hormuz, which it described as an unsafe route. A third US service member was confirmed killed in Iraq during a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone, and unidentified remains were found at the site of an earlier Iranian strike in Jordan. Secretary of State Rubio signaled that the US remains open to a diplomatic solution.
- PriorityIL18:26UTC15:26EST11:26
Iranian Missiles Target Aqaba, Jordan; US Downs Projectiles, Israel Intercepts Fragments (Jul 19, 1526 UTC, 1826 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran launched ballistic missiles at the Jordanian city of Aqaba; US air defenses intercepted three, while a fourth landed in an open area. Israel fired Iron Dome interceptors at falling fragments near Eilat, with no damage or injuries. The attack came as the US completed an eighth night of strikes on Iran and Iran retaliated with drone and missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, causing a fire at a Kuwaiti power plant. Israeli ministers joined a far-right march toward Gaza calling for resettlement, and the IDF declared the area a closed military zone.
- FlashIL09:03UTC06:03EST02:03
US Strikes Iran for Eighth Night After Two Soldiers Killed in Jordan (Jul 19, 0603 UTC, 0903 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched an eighth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting IRGC forces and military infrastructure in retaliation for an Iranian missile attack that killed two US service members at Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Airbase. Iran’s army claimed it struck US military targets in Kuwait. In the West Bank, settlers set fire to a mosque and agricultural land, and a Palestinian teenage footballer died from wounds sustained in a settler attack. Israeli forces conducted demolitions and machine-gun fire in southern Lebanon.
- FlashIL09:44UTC06:44EST02:44
US Strikes Iran for Seventh Night as IRGC Hits Gulf Bases and Hormuz Declared Closed (Jul 18, 0644 UTC, 0944 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting bridges, energy infrastructure, and a port surveillance tower, while Iran’s IRGC and army claimed retaliatory drone and missile attacks on US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. Kuwait reported intercepting drones and missiles, and the IRGC declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely closed” after halting vessels. A Palestinian teenager died from wounds sustained in a settler attack in the West Bank, and Israeli forces destroyed three schools in southern Lebanon.
- PriorityIL00:18UTC21:18EST17:18
US Sends Dozens of Refueling Planes to Israel as IRGC Vows Strikes Until South Iran Calm (Jul 17, 2118 UTC, 0018 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US is deploying dozens of refueling aircraft to Israel in preparation for a potential expansion of strikes on Iran, while the IRGC vows to continue retaliatory attacks until calm returns to southern Iran. The Lebanese army redeployed to two southern towns under a framework deal with Israel, and the UN chief called for a new diplomatic push amid escalating US-Iran hostilities. Israeli settlement activists were detained after illegally crossing into Syria.
- RoutineIL17:38UTC14:38EST10:38
US Strikes Iran for Sixth Night as IRGC Retaliates Across Five Nations and Hezbollah Denies Shift on Gaza (Jul 17, 1438 UTC, 1738 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, hitting bridges, a port, and energy sites, while Iran’s IRGC claimed retaliatory attacks on US bases in Syria, Kuwait, Jordan, Oman, and Qatar. Hezbollah denied reports of a shift in its stance on Gaza and negotiations with Israel. Israeli forces continued operations in Lebanon and the West Bank, and satellite images revealed damage inside Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant.
- RoutineIL08:56UTC05:56EST01:56
US Strikes Iran for Sixth Night as IRGC Claims Attacks on US Bases in Kuwait and Syria (Jul 17, 0556 UTC, 0856 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, hitting bridges and an airport, while Iran’s IRGC claimed retaliatory attacks on US bases in Kuwait and Syria. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, and the IEA warned of growing threats to global energy security.
- RoutineIL18:37UTC15:37EST11:37
US Strikes Near Tehran for First Time as Iran Tells Houthis to Ready Red Sea Blockade (Jul 16, 1537 UTC, 1837 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, expanding targets to areas near Tehran for the first time, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US military facilities in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. Iran instructed Yemen’s Houthis to prepare to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait if US strikes hit Iranian power infrastructure. Israel postponed Prime Minister Netanyahu’s trip to Washington after Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral was delayed.
- FlashIL08:55UTC05:55EST01:55
US Strikes Expand to Northern Iran as Tehran Hits Gulf Bases and Trump Weighs Ground Operation (Jul 16, 0555 UTC, 0855 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a sixth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, expanding targets to areas near Tehran for the first time, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US military facilities in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. President Trump is reportedly considering a ground operation to seize Iranian islands in the Strait of Hormuz and strikes on the Pickaxe nuclear site. Iran declared the June 17 peace deal void and claimed full freedom of action against US aggression.
- RoutineIL18:37UTC15:37EST11:37
US Strikes Iran for Fifth Day as IRGC Seizes Hormuz Ships and Rome Talks Advance (Jul 15, 1537 UTC, 1837 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US launched a fifth day of strikes on Iranian military targets and reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, while the IRGC seized at least two ships in the Strait of Hormuz and threatened regional oil routes. Iran reported seven soldiers killed in a US missile strike on an army base in Bampur. US, Israeli, and Lebanese officials agreed to move to expanded technical talks on a Lebanon framework, as Israeli artillery and airstrikes continued in southern Lebanon. In Gaza, the IDF eliminated a Hamas terrorist involved in the October 7 abduction of three soldiers and killed two Nukhba commanders in the north.
- RoutineIL08:50UTC05:50EST01:50
US Strikes Iran for Fourth Night as Blockade Reimposed and Rome Talks Continue (Jul 15, 0550 UTC, 0850 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a fourth consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets and reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, while Iran retaliated with ballistic missile attacks on Jordan and strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. President Trump reversed his plan for a 20% Hormuz toll, replacing it with Gulf investment deals, and threatened to bomb Iranian bridges and power plants unless talks resume. US-brokered talks between Israel and Lebanon continued in Rome, with Israel signaling readiness to withdraw from two pilot zones in south Lebanon.
- RoutineIL18:37UTC15:37EST11:37
US Strikes Iran Third Night as Rome Talks Resume and Hormuz Toll Reversed (Jul 14, 1537 UTC, 1837 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US launched a third consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets, as Iran retaliated with attacks on UAE-flagged tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and US bases in Jordan and Bahrain. President Trump reversed his plan for a 20% Hormuz toll, replacing it with Gulf investment deals, while Israel and Lebanon resumed talks in Rome focused on an IDF withdrawal pilot. Houthi rebels threatened a siege on Saudi Arabia after strikes on Sanaa airport, and oil prices rose amid the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- FlashIL08:50UTC05:50EST01:50
US Strikes Iran for Third Night as IRGC Targets Jordan Base and Houthis Hit Saudi Airport (Jul 14, 0550 UTC, 0850 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a third consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets, as the IRGC claimed a ballistic missile attack on a US air base in Jordan. Houthi rebels struck Saudi Arabia’s Abha airport in retaliation for a strike on Sanaa airport, and oil prices hit a one-month high amid escalating Hormuz tensions.
- PriorityIL18:56UTC15:56EST11:56
Trump Declares US 'Guardian' of Hormuz, Will Charge Tolls (Jul 13, 1556 UTC, 1856 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump declared the US the 'guardian' of the Strait of Hormuz and announced a 20% toll on all cargo traversing the waterway, as US forces struck an Iranian naval base and submarine maintenance facility. The UK proscribed the IRGC as a terrorist organization over an antisemitic arson campaign, and Yemen's Saudi-backed government bombed Sanaa airport to block an Iranian plane. The IDF killed a Hamas weapons smuggler in southern Gaza, and the UN accused Hamas of obstructing aid distribution.
- RoutineIL09:05UTC06:05EST02:05
US Strikes Iran Again as Tehran Hits Gulf Bases and Hormuz Remains Shut (Jul 13, 0605 UTC, 0905 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, with tanker traffic at 28% of pre-war levels and oil prices spiking over 4%. Israel-Lebanon talks continue in Rome, and a newly uncovered memo reveals Sinwar anticipated a possible Israeli nuclear response to the October 7 attack.
- RoutineIL18:25UTC15:25EST11:25
Hormuz Remains Closed After US Strikes as Graham Dies and Gaza Talks Continue (Jul 12, 1525 UTC, 1825 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The Strait of Hormuz remains closed to all vessel traffic, with Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority blaming illegal US military movements, as the US launched a third wave of strikes on Iranian targets. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, injuring three in Kuwait. US Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch pro-Israel voice, died at 71. Israel mourned Graham as 'one of its greatest friends,' and Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering attending the funeral. In Gaza, the IDF killed two Hamas operatives advancing attacks on troops, while heavy airstrikes hit Gaza City. The former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, died at 74.
- FlashIL09:02UTC06:02EST02:02
US Strikes Iran for Third Time in a Week as Tehran Closes Strait of Hormuz, Attacks Gulf States (Jul 12, 0602 UTC, 0902 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a third wave of airstrikes on Iranian military targets in the south, hitting approximately 140 sites, as Iran’s IRGC declared the Strait of Hormuz closed until further notice and attacked a ship in the waterway. Iran retaliated with missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar, and targeted Gulf states including the UAE. Regional mediators are pushing for US-Iran talks in Qatar and Oman to avert further escalation.
- RoutineIL18:23UTC15:23EST11:23
Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge as Israeli Strikes Hit South Lebanon, Gaza Toll Surpasses 73,000 (Jul 11, 1523 UTC, 1823 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for his father's killing, while Israeli airstrikes and ground forces operated in southern Lebanon. The Gaza death toll surpassed 73,000 amid an energy crisis, and US lawmaker Ro Khanna was detained by armed settlers in the West Bank. President Trump reiterated threats to 'decimate' Iran if it attempts to assassinate him.
- RoutineIL09:50UTC06:50EST02:50
Trump Threatens Iran with 'Decimation' as Hormuz Traffic Collapses, EU Weighs Settlement Ban (Jul 11, 0650 UTC, 0950 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump ordered the US military to prepare strikes on Iran if Tehran attempts to assassinate him, while demanding a public pledge to halt attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Hormuz traffic collapsed to 35% of pre-war baseline. The US sanctioned a financier for Mojtaba Khamenei and 13 IRGC-linked entities. The IDF killed a Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon. EU foreign ministers are set to discuss a ban on products from West Bank settlements.
- RoutineIL17:59UTC14:59EST10:59
Unclaimed Airstrikes Hit Southern Iran as Israeli Drones Strike Lebanon, IDF Kills Hamas Commanders in Gaza (Jul 10, 1459 UTC, 1759 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Unclaimed airstrikes struck southern Iran, raising the possibility of Gulf state involvement, while Israeli drones targeted a vehicle in Kfar Rumman, southern Lebanon. The IDF announced the killing of three Hamas commanders in Gaza, including a Nukhba cell commander who participated in the October 7 attack. Israel reportedly warned the US of a new Iranian plot to assassinate President Trump. Palestinian legislative elections were announced, and four Arab Israelis were indicted for plotting a mass terror attack in Beersheba.
- RoutineIL09:21UTC06:21EST02:21
Khamenei Buried in Mashhad as US Denies New Strikes, Israel Warns of Iran Plot Against Trump (Jul 10, 0621 UTC, 0921 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Ayatollah Khamenei was laid to rest in Mashhad, concluding a days-long funeral procession marked by calls for revenge against the US and Israel. The US denied carrying out reported strikes in southern Iran overnight, while Israel warned Washington of a new Iranian assassination plot against President Trump. In Lebanon, a US official said IDF troops would withdraw from pilot zones in the coming days, and in Gaza, the IDF continued operations, killing at least six and attempting to assassinate a Hamas spokesman.
- FlashIL19:03UTC16:03EST12:03
US Strikes Near Bushehr, Iran Retaliates Across Gulf as Khamenei Buried in Mashhad (Jul 9, 1603 UTC, 1903 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US struck targets near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant, prompting Iranian ballistic missile salvos at Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Khamenei’s funeral culminated in Mashhad with calls for revenge, while the IRGC warned foreign forces out of the Strait of Hormuz. Israel rejected Trump’s Lebanon withdrawal claim, and Palestinian elections were called for November.
- FlashIL09:32UTC06:32EST02:32
US Strikes Iran for Second Night, IRGC Hits Bases in Kuwait and Bahrain as Khamenei Funeral Reaches Mashhad (Jul 9, 0632 UTC, 0932 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a second consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting over 90 sites including railway bridges and the Bushehr refinery, while the IRGC claimed missile and drone attacks on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. President Trump declared the ceasefire over and threatened further escalation, even as he acknowledged an Iranian outreach for a deal. Khamenei's funeral procession reached Mashhad for burial, drawing millions of mourners and foreign dignitaries.
- FlashIL18:50UTC15:50EST11:50
Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire Over, Threatens New Strikes Tonight as Khamenei Funeral Reaches Najaf (Jul 8, 1550 UTC, 1850 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump declared the US-Iran ceasefire over and threatened new strikes tonight, while Iran signaled defiance over the Strait of Hormuz. Khamenei's funeral procession reached Najaf, drawing millions. Israeli operations continued in Lebanon and Gaza, and Hegseth's Israel visit was canceled.
- RoutineIL18:56UTC15:56EST11:56
Iran Strikes Saudi Tanker in Hormuz as Khamenei Funeral Reaches Qom; Trump Lands in Ankara for NATO Summit (Jul 7, 1556 UTC, 1856 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran attacked a Saudi oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, the second such strike in hours, while the funeral procession for Supreme Leader Khamenei reached Qom. President Trump arrived in Ankara for a NATO summit and signaled support for F-35 sales to Turkey, drawing sharp Israeli criticism. Explosions in Damascus wounded 18 near French President Macron’s hotel during his visit. The IDF killed two Hamas commanders in Gaza and continued operations in southern Lebanon.
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Iran Fires on Commercial Ships in Strait of Hormuz as Khamenei Funeral Reaches Qom (Jul 7, 0624 UTC, 0924 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Iran fired on two commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, including a Qatari gas tanker, amid the ongoing funeral procession for Supreme Leader Khamenei, which reached Qom. The IDF conducted extensive operations in southern Lebanon, while Hamas dissolved its Gaza government. Israel advanced a gender segregation bill and a national inquiry into the October 7 massacre.
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Khamenei Funeral Procession Continues in Tehran as Hamas Dissolves Gaza Government; IDF Strikes Vehicle in South Lebanon (Jul 6, 1610 UTC, 1910 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The funeral procession for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran on July 6, drawing massive crowds and calls for revenge. Hamas announced the dissolution of its Gaza government to allow a technocratic panel, while the IDF struck a vehicle in southern Lebanon, killing four people it said posed a threat. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated his ties with President Trump are 'fine' and argued against providing F-35 jets to Turkey.
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Khamenei Funeral Procession Begins in Tehran as Hamas Plans Gaza Government Dissolution; IDF Strikes Hezbollah Cell (Jul 6, 0633 UTC, 0933 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The funeral procession for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began in Tehran on July 6, drawing massive crowds and calls for revenge. Hamas reportedly plans to dissolve its Gaza government to allow a technocratic panel, while the IDF struck a Hezbollah cell in southern Lebanon. Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected a claim by US Vice President Vance that Trump is Israel's only friend, asserting many nations seek ties. Dozens of Israeli activists were detained attempting to breach the Syrian border.
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Khamenei Funeral Continues as Iran Defies US on Hormuz Fees; IDF Kills Hezbollah Operative in Lebanon (Jul 5, 1531 UTC, 1831 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran for a second day, with massive crowds and chants of 'Death to America, Death to Israel.' An Iranian diplomat said Iran will 'definitely' collect transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz, defying US demands. The IDF killed a Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon, while a cargo ship came under fire off Houthi-controlled Yemen. Settler violence was reported in the West Bank, and the Israeli security cabinet was set to convene.
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Khamenei Funeral Continues as Iran Defies US on Hormuz Fees; IDF Kills Hezbollah Operative in Lebanon (Jul 5, 0620 UTC, 0920 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran for a second day, with massive crowds and chants of 'Death to America, Death to Israel.' An Iranian diplomat said Iran will 'definitely' collect transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz, defying US demands. The IDF killed an armed Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon after a manhunt. Satellite images revealed construction near Iran's Natanz nuclear site, in an apparent violation of a US-Iran MOU.
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Khamenei Funeral Continues as Iran Warns on Hormuz; Settler Violence in West Bank (Jul 4, 1527 UTC, 1827 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran, with millions of mourners and chants of 'Death to America, Death to Israel.' Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister warned against military adventurism in the Strait of Hormuz. In the West Bank, settlers reportedly took over a Palestinian home under construction, while the IDF dispersed a gathering at the site. Tensions persisted in southern Lebanon with reports of Israeli military activity.
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Khamenei Funeral Draws Huge Crowds as Iran Warns on Hormuz; Netanyahu-Trump Agree to Meet (Jul 4, 0705 UTC, 1005 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Massive crowds gathered at Tehran's Grand Mosalla for the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with chants of 'Death to America, Death to Israel.' Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister warned against any military action in the Strait of Hormuz. Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with President Trump and agreed to meet soon. An Israeli drone dropped a stun grenade near Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon, and settler violence continued in the West Bank.
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Khamenei Funeral Continues as Iran Deepens Russia, Pakistan Ties; IDF Strikes Hezbollah Sites in South Lebanon (Jul 3, 2125 UTC, 0025 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran with foreign dignitaries, while Iran moved to deepen defense ties with Pakistan and strategic cooperation with Russia. The IDF struck Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon after a soldier was wounded in a clash. In the West Bank, settler violence against Palestinian farmers was reported. Netanyahu and Trump agreed to meet soon in Washington.
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Khamenei Funeral Draws Global Mourners as US-Iran Talks Advance; IDF Strikes Hezbollah in South Lebanon (Jul 3, 1450 UTC, 1750 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continued in Tehran with foreign dignitaries from over 100 countries attending, while US-Iran indirect talks in Doha reportedly made progress with President Trump claiming Iran agreed to almost all US demands. The IDF struck approximately 10 Hezbollah infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon in response to attacks on soldiers, and eliminated a Hamas terrorist involved in the October 7 abduction of Captain Daniel Perez. Settler violence injured Palestinians and foreign volunteers in the West Bank, and an Iranian spying case was uncovered in Jerusalem.
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Khamenei Funeral Ceremonies Begin as US-Iran Talks Show Progress; IDF Reservist Wounded in Lebanon (Jul 3, 0615 UTC, 0915 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Funeral ceremonies for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei commenced in Tehran, with millions expected to attend over seven days. US-Iran indirect talks in Doha reportedly made progress, though no binding agreement has been signed. An IDF reservist was severely wounded in a clash with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Iran warned ships against using unapproved routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Khamenei Funeral Draws Global Dignitaries as Iran Warns Against Attacks; Damascus Cafe Bombing Kills 5 (Jul 2, 1551 UTC, 1851 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran prepares for Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral with up to 20 million mourners expected and dignitaries from 100 countries attending, while Tehran warns the US and Israel against any attacks. A bomb blast at a Damascus cafe killed at least five and wounded 16. In Lebanon, Hezbollah and Amal ministers reiterated their rejection of direct talks with Israel, and the IDF killed a Hezbollah operative at the Ali al-Taher ridge. Syrian Foreign Minister al-Shaibani visited Beirut, expressing openness to meeting Hezbollah.
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Doha Talks Conclude With Progress; Netanyahu Claims Iran Had Atomic Bomb (Jul 2, 0619 UTC, 0919 Israel) (Morning Edition)
US-Iran technical talks in Doha concluded with claims of positive progress toward implementing the bilateral MoU, while Prime Minister Netanyahu asserted that Iran had already obtained an atomic bomb before the US-Israel military campaign. The IDF ruled out a suspected kidnapping in the West Bank village of Mukhmas after locating all civilians. Israel and the US signed a land agreement for a permanent American embassy complex in Jerusalem.
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US-Iran Technical Talks Begin in Doha as Israel Vows to Stay in Lebanon (Jul 1, 1556 UTC, 1856 Israel) (Evening Edition)
US and Iranian negotiators opened technical talks in Doha to implement the bilateral MoU, while Israel signaled it will not withdraw from southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi warned that any threat against Iran’s leadership would be met with an “immediate and decisive response.” In Gaza, Israeli strikes killed a Palestinian goalkeeper and injured civilians in Gaza City.
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Trump Weighed Full Iran War, Opted for Diplomacy; Netanyahu Vows 'Total Victory' (Jul 1, 0633 UTC, 0933 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump considered a return to full-scale war against Iran but ultimately chose diplomatic engagement, while Prime Minister Netanyahu declared that Israel's pursuit of 'total victory' against Iran and its proxies 'never ends.' In Lebanon, the IDF killed a Hezbollah operative near Manzleh, and Netanyahu visited southern Lebanon, vowing no withdrawal until Hezbollah is removed. The IDF also eliminated four Hamas operatives in Gaza and dismantled rocket-launching tunnel shafts. In the West Bank, Israeli forces raided and closed a Nablus charity, and a former detainee was abducted. A hijacking false alarm prompted IDF jets to scramble, and a 20-year-old was arrested for the murder of a rabbi in Netanya.
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Smotrich Proposes Gaza Settlements as US-Iran Talks Stall; IDF Kills Hamas Commander (Jun 30, 1556 UTC, 1856 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Finance Minister Smotrich urged the establishment of three Israeli settlements in northern Gaza, while US-Iran indirect talks in Doha faced confusion over the format. The IDF killed a Hamas battalion commander in Rafah and a PIJ commander who held hostages. Iran prepared for Khamenei’s funeral with over 30 countries attending. The Iron Dome system was upgraded based on lessons from the Iran war.
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Smotrich Proposes Gaza Settlements as US-Iran Talks Loom; Israel-Lebanon Security Annex Published (Jun 30, 0629 UTC, 0929 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Finance Minister Smotrich urged the establishment of three Israeli settlements in northern Gaza, while the US and Iran prepared for talks in Doha amid conflicting signals. The full security annex of the Israel-Lebanon deal was published, conditioning IDF withdrawal on Hezbollah disarmament. Iraq ordered pro-Iran militias to dissolve by September 30. The Knesset is expected to recognize the Armenian Genocide.
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IDF Strikes Hezbollah Command Centers as US-Iran Talks Loom; Hamas Commander Killed (Jun 29, 1621 UTC, 1921 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF struck three Hezbollah command centers in southern Lebanon overnight in response to continued attacks on Israeli forces, while Defense Minister Katz said Israel will not withdraw “a millimeter” until Hezbollah is disarmed. The US and Iran agreed to halt strikes and will hold talks in Doha on Tuesday, though Iran denied technical meetings are planned. Israel confirmed the killing of Hamas’s head of military security in Rafah last week, and an IDF assessment warned Hamas is preparing to resume fighting.
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IDF Demolishes Hezbollah Tunnel as US-Iran Agree to Halt Hormuz Attacks (Jun 29, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The IDF demolished a 200-meter Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon under Operation End of Verse, while the US and Iran agreed to halt strikes in the Strait of Hormuz and hold talks in Qatar on Tuesday. Israeli troops came under fire in southern Syria and retaliated with a helicopter strike. In the West Bank, settlement expansion continued with a new road near Bethlehem and olive tree uprooting in Jenin.
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IDF Officer Killed in South Lebanon Clash as US-Iran Strikes Escalate; Iraq Arrests Officials in Anti-Corruption Raids (Jun 28, 1533 UTC, 1833 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An IDF officer was killed in a clash with a Hezbollah gunman in southern Lebanon, the first Israeli fatality since a framework deal was signed. The US and Iran traded strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran launching missiles and drones at Bahrain and Kuwait. Iraq arrested senior officials in anti-corruption raids. Israel's government recognized the Armenian genocide.
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US Strikes Iran Again, IRGC Hits Bahrain and Kuwait; IDF Kills Militants in Syria, Lebanon (Jun 28, 0632 UTC, 0932 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched a second round of strikes on Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz after an Iranian drone hit a tanker, while the IRGC retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US assets in Bahrain and Kuwait. President Trump threatened to 'complete the job' militarily. The IDF killed armed militants in southern Syria's buffer zone and struck Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon. Prime Minister Netanyahu claimed the Lebanon framework deal sidelines Hezbollah and Iran.
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Iran Fires Drones at Bahrain, Tanker Hit in Hormuz as US-Iran Strikes Escalate; Israel Strikes South Lebanon Day After Deal (Jun 27, 1530 UTC, 1830 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran launched drones at Bahrain and struck an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while the US and Iran traded strikes in violation of their MoU. Israel struck southern Lebanon a day after signing a framework deal that Hezbollah rejected as 'null and void.' In the West Bank, a settler and masked soldier allegedly broke into a Hebron mosque, disrupting the call to prayer.
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US Strikes Iran After Ship Attack as Israel-Lebanon Framework Signed, Hezbollah Rejects Deal (Jun 27, 0711 UTC, 1011 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US military struck Iranian missile, drone, and radar sites after an Iranian drone attack on the commercial vessel Ever Lovely, with Vice President Vance warning 'violence will be met with violence.' A US-mediated Israel-Lebanon framework deal was signed in Washington, but Hezbollah rejected it and supporters protested in Beirut. The IDF searched for suspects after a suspected infiltration near Beit Aryeh in the West Bank.
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US Strikes Iran After Drone Attack on Commercial Ship as Israel-Lebanon Framework Deal Signed (Jun 26, 2129 UTC, 0029 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US military struck Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz area after an Iranian drone attack on the commercial vessel Ever Lovely. President Trump called the attack a 'foolish' ceasefire violation. Separately, a US-mediated Israel-Lebanon framework agreement was signed in Washington, but Hezbollah rejected it, demanding an unconditional Israeli withdrawal. In Gaza, hundreds protested against Hamas for the first time in a year. The IRGC denied a direct line with the US over Hormuz.
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IDF Strikes Kill Seven Hezbollah Operatives as US Considers Relocating Gulf Bases to Israel (Jun 26, 1500 UTC, 1800 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF struck and killed seven Hezbollah operatives transporting weapons in southern Lebanon, while four Israeli soldiers were wounded in a separate clash. US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks were extended, with Hezbollah demanding an unconditional Israeli withdrawal. The IAEA chief confirmed initial talks with Iran on nuclear site access, and the US is reportedly considering relocating Gulf military bases to Israel after Iranian strikes caused greater damage than acknowledged.
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Israel-Lebanon Talks Extended as IDF Officer Wounded in South Lebanon Clash (Jun 26, 0627 UTC, 0927 Israel) (Morning Edition)
US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington have been extended by an extra day, with progress reported but gaps remaining on IDF withdrawal. An IDF officer was moderately wounded in a close-quarters encounter with a terrorist in southern Lebanon. The IAEA chief reported an initial exchange with Iranian authorities, while the US is considering relocating some Gulf bases damaged by Iran to Israel. The UN says the evacuation of sailors from the Strait of Hormuz has been halted after an Iranian drone struck a cargo vessel.
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Netanyahu Vows to Stay in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza as Clashes Erupt in South Lebanon (Jun 25, 2136 UTC, 0036 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu declared Israel will maintain a presence in southern Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza as long as required, while clashes in the Beit Yahoun area of southern Lebanon reportedly caused Israeli casualties. The IDF confirmed striking and killing at least six Hezbollah operatives in two separate incidents. The UN paused its Hormuz evacuation initiative after an Iranian projectile struck a cargo vessel, and Iran warned ships to use only Tehran-approved routes. Vice President Vance revealed a US-Iran deconfliction cell with IRGC and CENTCOM representatives in Doha.
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Israeli Drone Strike Kills Three in South Lebanon as Washington Talks Stall on Withdrawal (Jun 25, 1555 UTC, 1855 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An Israeli drone strike killed three people in southern Lebanon as US-mediated talks in Washington hit an impasse over Israel's refusal to withdraw from a security buffer zone. The IRGC Quds Force commander warned Israel to leave Lebanon or face defeat, while Prime Minister Netanyahu was relocated to a secure location per Israeli media. In Gaza, a planned anti-Hamas protest signals growing internal dissent.
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IDF Reservist Killed in Lebanon Accident as IRGC Warns on Hormuz and US-Israel-Lebanon Talks Stall (Jun 25, 0626 UTC, 0926 Israel) (Morning Edition)
An IDF reservist was killed and another soldier injured in an operational accident in southern Lebanon, while a Defense Ministry contractor died in a building collapse in Gaza. The IRGC Navy warned against unauthorized transit through the Strait of Hormuz, and US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talks faced frustration from both Jerusalem and Beirut over the IDF withdrawal plan. President Trump claimed he stopped Turkish President Erdogan from joining the war on Iran’s side and hinted at a potential F-35 sale.
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Netanyahu Concludes Testimony as IDF Strikes Hezbollah Operatives and Gaza Launchers (Jun 24, 1550 UTC, 1850 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu finished his final testimony in his corruption trial after 98 sessions, while the IDF struck two armed Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon and dismantled four Hamas rocket launchers in Gaza. Defense Minister Katz declared Israel would not withdraw from Lebanon even under U.S. pressure, as U.S. Secretary of State Rubio toured Gulf states to reassure allies on the Iran deal. The IAEA backed U.S. claims on inspections, but Iran’s deputy FM reiterated access to nuclear sites requires a final agreement.
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Senate Rebukes Trump on Iran War Powers as Israel-Lebanon Talks Begin and IDF Plans Partial Withdrawal (Jun 24, 0624 UTC, 0924 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US Senate approved a war powers resolution limiting President Trump's ability to strike Iran without congressional approval, while direct Israel-Lebanon talks opened in Washington with a partial IDF withdrawal from southern Lebanon under discussion. Iran's president ruled out negotiations on its missile program, and the IAEA chief said inspectors would visit Iranian nuclear sites despite Tehran's denials. Moroccan officers arrived in Israel to join an international Gaza force, and a new Israeli national security adviser held an urgent meeting on encouraging Gazan emigration.
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IDF Strikes Hezbollah Operatives as Trump and Iran Clash Over Nuclear Inspections (Jun 23, 1603 UTC, 1903 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF struck Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon as new Jerusalem-Beirut talks began in Washington, while President Trump claimed Iran agreed to nuclear inspections—a statement Tehran immediately denied. Netanyahu called for independence from US arms, and a UN inquiry accused Israel of genocide against Gaza children.
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Trump Warns Iran on Nuclear Deal as Netanyahu Vows to Maintain Lebanon Presence (Jun 23, 0626 UTC, 0926 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump warned Iran that he will do 'what I have to do' to prevent a nuclear weapon if Tehran does not abide by the emerging deal, while Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to maintain Israel's security zone in southern Lebanon ahead of direct Jerusalem-Beirut talks in Washington. Iran's top negotiator insisted the Strait of Hormuz will be managed by Tehran, and the Pentagon is seeking $80 billion from Congress for Iran war funding. The IDF confirmed killing an Oct. 7 Nukhba terrorist in a recent Gaza strike, and a Jewish man was critically wounded in a shooting in Montreal.
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Qatar LNG Blast Kills 13 as US Eases Iran Oil Sanctions and IDF Strikes Gaza (Jun 22, 1638 UTC, 1938 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG terminal killed 13 and injured dozens during a restart attempt, while the US issued a 60-day license for Iranian oil sales as talks continued. The IDF killed a Nukhba terrorist in Gaza and reported confiscating over 240 firearms in the West Bank this year. Diplomatic activity intensified with US Secretary of State Rubio planning Gulf visits, Iranian negotiator Ghalibaf traveling to Oman, and President Pezeshkian set to visit Pakistan.
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US-Iran Talks Yield 60-Day Roadmap as Qatar LNG Explosion Injures 54 and IDF Kills Two Hamas Operatives in Gaza (Jun 22, 0651 UTC, 0951 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The first round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland concluded with a 60-day roadmap toward a final deal, though tensions persist over Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Israeli military presence in southern Lebanon. An explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG terminal injured 54 and left 18 missing, shaking global energy markets. The IDF killed two Hamas operatives in Gaza, including a senior engineering officer, and shot dead two Palestinians hurling Molotov cocktails at a West Bank settlement.
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US-Iran Talks Begin in Switzerland as IDF Presses Lebanon Operations and Gaza Journalist Killed (Jun 21, 1540 UTC, 1840 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Quadrilateral talks between the US, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar began at Bürgenstock, Switzerland, launching a 60-day negotiation window under the Islamabad MoU. The IDF Chief of Staff visited southern Lebanon, emphasizing readiness to resume combat if the fragile ceasefire collapses. In Gaza, journalist Ahmed Wishah was killed, while the Shin Bet revealed it foiled dozens of Hamas attacks directed from Turkey.
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Fourth IDF Soldier Named as US-Iran Talks Resume in Switzerland Amid Lebanon Fighting (Jun 21, 0637 UTC, 0937 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The IDF named a fourth soldier killed in a Hezbollah attack on a tank in southern Lebanon as US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for talks with Iran. The negotiations, aimed at salvaging a fragile memorandum of understanding, are overshadowed by ongoing Israeli operations in Lebanon and Iran’s continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz. In Gaza, the IDF killed an Al Jazeera cameraman it said was a Hamas sniper, while two Hamas financiers were confirmed killed in an earlier strike.
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Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz as Lebanon Ceasefire Frays and US-Iran Talks Hang in Balance (Jun 20, 1537 UTC, 1837 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran’s military command declared the Strait of Hormuz closed again, citing US and Israeli breaches of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, as Israeli airstrikes killed at least 27–83 people in southern Lebanon overnight despite a renewed ceasefire. Hezbollah launched over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces, and the IDF said it would respond forcefully to violations. US Vice President Vance said talks with Iran were progressing and he would travel to Switzerland, while Pakistan’s interior minister arrived in Tehran to mediate.
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Israeli Strikes Kill Five in South Lebanon Despite Renewed Ceasefire as US-Iran Nuclear Talks Resume in Switzerland (Jun 20, 0727 UTC, 1027 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Israeli airstrikes killed at least five people in southern Lebanon overnight, hours after a US-Qatar brokered ceasefire with Hezbollah was renewed. The strikes targeted multiple locations including Nabatieh and Arab Salim, drawing condemnation from Iran, which warned the US that continued Israeli operations could collapse broader diplomatic efforts. US envoy Witkoff and Jared Kushner are in Switzerland for nuclear talks with Iran, while Prime Minister Netanyahu faces reported tensions with President Trump over the Iran deal.
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Ceasefire Renewed After Deadly Clashes as US-Iran Diplomacy Advances and Gaza Talks Inch Forward (Jun 19, 2125 UTC, 0025 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Israel and Hezbollah renewed a ceasefire brokered by the US and Qatar through Tehran after a night of fighting that killed four IDF soldiers and 47 Lebanese. The IDF will remain in southern Lebanon while US-Iran MoU implementation faces hurdles, including a still-closed Strait of Hormuz and Iranian demands for US restraint on Israel. Gaza peace plan talks in Cairo made slow progress on disarmament and security, while Norway moved to ban trade with Israeli settlements.
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Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Takes Effect After Deadly Night as US-Iran Talks Falter (Jun 19, 1507 UTC, 1807 Israel) (Evening Edition)
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began at 16:00 local time (13:00 UTC) after a night of intense fighting that killed four IDF soldiers and wounded five others in southern Lebanon. The IDF struck over 150 Hezbollah targets in response, while the US conveyed to Iran that Israel would not escalate further. The US-Iran memorandum of understanding faces new strain as Iran canceled participation in Switzerland talks, and the Hormuz Strait remains closed.
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IDF Battalion Commander, Three Soldiers Killed in Hezbollah Ambush as US-Iran Talks Collapse Over Lebanon (Jun 19, 0648 UTC, 0948 Israel) (Morning Edition)
An IDF tank battalion commander and three soldiers were killed in a Hezbollah anti-tank ambush in Kfar Tebnit, southern Lebanon, overnight, marking the deadliest single incident for Israeli forces in the current campaign. The IDF launched extensive airstrikes across southern Lebanon in response, while planned US-Iran talks in Switzerland were canceled after Iran suspended its delegation, citing Israeli strikes. President Trump demanded a complete ceasefire, and Vice President Vance delayed his departure for the talks.
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US-Iran MoU Implementation Begins as Israel Hardens Lebanon Stance and EU Ties Fray (Jun 18, 1613 UTC, 1913 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US-Iran memorandum of understanding entered its 60-day implementation window, with the IAEA offering technical assistance and Hormuz traffic yet to resume. Israel and Iran hardened positions on Lebanon withdrawal, risking the deal, while Foreign Minister Sa'ar severed contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over an alleged apartheid comparison. Three Hezbollah operatives were treated at an Israeli hospital, and the IDF published an updated map of its security zone in southern Lebanon.
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US-Iran MoU Signed as Israeli Reservist Killed in Lebanon and Trump Criticizes Israel at G7 (Jun 18, 0637 UTC, 0937 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US and Iran digitally signed the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, formally ending hostilities and opening the Strait of Hormuz, while an IDF reservist was killed and seven others wounded by a Hezbollah explosive device in southern Lebanon. President Trump, at the G7, sharply criticized Israel, suggesting it was in no position to oppose the deal and questioning its reliance on US support. The IDF continued operations in Lebanon and the West Bank, and Hezbollah’s leader hailed the MoU as a victory.
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Trump Threatens to Resume Bombing Iran if Deal Fails as Hezbollah Drone Attack Injures Five IDF Soldiers in Lebanon (Jun 17, 1622 UTC, 1922 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump warned the US would resume bombing Iran if the MOU fails, while Hezbollah explosive drones wounded five IDF soldiers in southern Lebanon. The US-Iran memorandum of understanding is set for signing Friday in Switzerland, though its text remains undisclosed. The IDF killed two Hamas October 7 infiltrators in Gaza and confirmed earlier strikes eliminated a hostage-holder and a PIJ commander. In the West Bank, Israeli forces blocked roads near Hebron and settlers burned a mosque. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed despite diplomatic progress.
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US-Iran Deal Details Emerge as Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Talks Progress and Iran Threatens Response (Jun 17, 0646 UTC, 0946 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Bloomberg published the full text of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, revealing limited Iranian commitments and extensive US concessions. Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks are reportedly close to yielding a lasting deal, while Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya headquarters warned of a harsh response if Israeli strikes on Lebanon continue. The IDF conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, and Iran has been launching drones at ships in the Strait of Hormuz nightly since the deal was signed.
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Trump Dismisses Lebanon War as ‘Minor,’ Israel Confirms Called-Off Iran Strike Amid MOU Preparations (Jun 16, 1638 UTC, 1938 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump described the Lebanon war as a “minor conflict” and suggested Syria handle Hezbollah, while the Israeli Air Force chief confirmed a major strike on Iran was called off one hour before departure on June 8. The US-Iran memorandum of understanding is set for signing in Geneva on Friday, with both sides preparing for immediate follow-on talks. Hezbollah rocket attacks on Israeli troops in southern Lebanon continued, and Israeli drone strikes near Nabatieh killed four, according to Lebanese media.
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Netanyahu Defies US-Iran Deal, Vows Permanent Lebanon Presence as Hezbollah Attacks Continue (Jun 16, 0651 UTC, 0951 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu publicly defied the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, insisting Israeli forces will maintain a permanent security zone in southern Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza. The IDF reported multiple Hezbollah attacks on troops in south Lebanon, including rockets, anti-tank missiles, and mortars, with no Israeli injuries. The US-Iran deal, signed electronically on Saturday and set for formal signing Friday in Geneva, has drawn mixed reactions internationally and on Capitol Hill, while oil prices fell and stock markets rose on hopes of normalized energy supplies.
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Israel Rejects US-Iran Deal, Vows to Stay in Lebanon as World Welcomes Accord (Jun 15, 1643 UTC, 1943 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israel has publicly rejected the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, with Defense Minister Israel Katz declaring the IDF will remain indefinitely in security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza. The deal, set for formal signing on Friday in Switzerland, includes a comprehensive ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. International reactions have been largely positive, but Israel faces isolation as tensions with Washington escalate.
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US-Iran Peace Deal Reached, Ceasefire Includes Lebanon; IDF Strikes Continue in South Lebanon (Jun 15, 0651 UTC, 0951 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US and Iran have reached a peace deal, mediated by Pakistan, with a formal signing set for Friday in Switzerland. The agreement includes an immediate and permanent cessation of military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, and the lifting of the US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the deal, Israeli forces continued operations in southern Lebanon, with drone strikes and artillery fire reported, and a Hezbollah drone was intercepted over northern Israel. Tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu escalated, with Trump calling Netanyahu a 'very difficult guy' and criticizing the IDF's Beirut strike.
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IDF Strikes Hezbollah Command Center in Beirut After Drone Attacks; Trump Condemns, Says Iran Deal Still Close (Jun 14, 1542 UTC, 1842 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF struck a Hezbollah command center in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district after three Hezbollah drones hit northern Israel. President Trump condemned the strike, saying it “should not have happened,” but insisted the US-Iran deal remains close. Iran threatened retaliation, and the IRGC warned a response would come before dawn. The IDF is preparing for potential Iranian fire.
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Trump Says Iran Deal to Be Signed Sunday as Hezbollah Drones Strike Northern Israel (Jun 14, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump announced that a US-Iran memorandum of understanding will be signed on Sunday, contradicting Tehran's denial of a weekend signing. Two Hezbollah drones struck an Israeli military zone near the Lebanon border without causing injuries, while the IDF continued operations in southern Lebanon, striking over 70 Hezbollah sites in the past 24 hours. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid criticized the emerging deal as failing to achieve any of Israel's war goals.
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Iran Denies Sunday Signing as Hezbollah Opens ‘New Phase’ in South Lebanon (Jun 13, 1538 UTC, 1838 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran’s Foreign Ministry said a US-Iran memorandum of understanding will not be signed on Sunday, contradicting Pakistani and US signals that a deal was imminent. Hezbollah announced a “new phase” of operations to liberate all of south Lebanon, and the IDF struck over 70 Hezbollah sites in the past day. CENTCOM intercepted Iranian drones targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
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US-Iran Deal Nears Signature as Hezbollah Drone Intercepted Over Metula (Jun 13, 0726 UTC, 1026 Israel) (Morning Edition)
A US-Iran memorandum of understanding is in final consensus stages, with Tehran downplaying Trump's timeline for a weekend signing. CENTCOM intercepted Iranian drones targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz. An IDF evacuation order was issued for 20 villages in south Lebanon, and a Hezbollah drone was downed over Metula. Four UK activists were jailed for a violent raid on an Israeli defense factory.
- RoutineIL00:35UTC21:35EST17:35
Pakistan Announces Final US-Iran Deal Text as UAE Releases Billions to Tehran and Hezbollah Drones Strike Northern Israel (Jun 12, 2135 UTC, 0035 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that a final agreed-upon text for a US-Iran peace deal has been reached, with Tehran saying an agreement has “never been closer.” The UAE has agreed to release $10–20 billion in frozen Iranian funds as a tactical shift amid the war. Hezbollah launched multiple drone attacks on northern Israel and IDF positions in southern Lebanon, while the IDF revealed it has eliminated more than 10 Hezbollah field commanders in recent operations.
- RoutineIL18:11UTC15:11EST11:11
Trump Claims Iran Deal Approved, Tehran Denies as IDF Pounds Hezbollah in South Lebanon (Jun 12, 1511 UTC, 1811 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump announced that a deal framework with Iran had been approved and that he had canceled a third night of strikes, but Tehran says no final decision has been made. The IDF continued heavy operations in southern Lebanon, striking over 300 Hezbollah targets and eliminating some 80 operatives in the past week, while Hezbollah claimed multiple attacks on Israeli forces. In the West Bank, settler violence reached record levels according to the UN, and the IDF is establishing a permanent base in Jenin. Ultra-Orthodox anti-draft protests escalated in Israel. Gaza ceasefire prospects dimmed ahead of Israeli elections.
- RoutineIL09:37UTC06:37EST02:37
Trump Cancels Iran Strikes, Claims Deal Approved as IDF Prepares Nabatieh Offensive (Jun 12, 0637 UTC, 0937 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump canceled a third night of strikes on Iran and announced that a deal framework had been approved, though Tehran said no final decision had been made. The IDF intercepted a drone near Metula and is poised for an offensive against Hezbollah in Nabatieh, southern Lebanon. Overnight Israeli strikes hit Gaza, and the UN reported record settler violence in the West Bank.
- PriorityIL19:29UTC16:29EST12:29
Trump Threatens ‘Very Hard’ Strikes on Iran Tonight, Hints at Kharg Island Seizure (Jun 11, 1629 UTC, 1929 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump announced that the US will strike Iran “very hard” tonight and stated an intention to seize Kharg Island in the future, even as US-Iran negotiations continue. The IDF expanded ground operations in southern Lebanon, achieving operational control of Wadi Saluki and preparing an offensive toward Nabatieh. In the West Bank, two IDF soldiers were wounded by an IED in Jenin, where Israel is establishing its first permanent military post in Area A. The Israeli cabinet is set to approve funding for 61 new settlements.
- FlashIL09:38UTC06:38EST02:38
US Strikes Iran for Second Night, Tehran Closes Hormuz and Retaliates Across Gulf (Jun 11, 0638 UTC, 0938 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The United States launched a second consecutive night of airstrikes on Iranian air defense, surveillance, and communication targets, while Iran announced the full closure of the Strait of Hormuz and retaliated with missile and drone strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. President Trump threatened further attacks if Iran does not agree to a deal, as the IDF reported a suspicious aerial target near Misgav Am and strikes in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley.
- PriorityIL19:22UTC16:22EST12:22
Trump Threatens New Strikes on Iran as IDF Confirms Ramat David Damage, Hezbollah Escalates in South Lebanon (Jun 10, 1622 UTC, 1922 Israel) (Evening Edition)
US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran “very hard” again, saying Tehran had taken too long to negotiate a nuclear deal and would “pay the price.” The IDF confirmed that the Ramat David airbase sustained minor damage from falling fragments during Iran’s ballistic missile attack earlier this week, with no injuries or operational impact. Hezbollah continued to target Israeli forces in southern Lebanon with drones, missiles, and artillery, while Israeli airstrikes killed at least 17 people across the south, including two in a drone strike on a car in Sidon.
- FlashIL09:36UTC06:36EST02:36
US Strikes Iran, Tehran Retaliates Across Gulf as Gaza Offensive Looms (Jun 10, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US launched self-defense strikes on Iranian air defense and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz after an Apache helicopter was downed by an Iranian drone. Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, while Jordan intercepted five Iranian missiles over its airspace. Israel prepares for a renewed large-scale Gaza offensive, and ceasefire talks in Egypt stall over Hamas disarmament.
- PriorityIL19:06UTC16:06EST12:06
Gunman Killed at Lebanon Border, IDF Warns Tyre Residents as US Helicopter Crashes Near Hormuz (Jun 9, 1606 UTC, 1906 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An armed infiltrator in Hezbollah uniform was shot dead by IDF troops after crossing the Lebanon border near Ramim Ridge and opening fire. Israel issued a sweeping evacuation warning for the city of Tyre, including the Christian quarter for the first time, and carried out strikes that killed at least eight. A US Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz; both pilots were rescued. Six countries announced new sanctions targeting Israeli settler networks in the West Bank, and France banned Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.
- RoutineIL09:28UTC06:28EST02:28
Israel and Iran Halt Strikes After Trump Warning, Lebanon Front Remains Active (Jun 9, 0628 UTC, 0928 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Israel and Iran announced a mutual halt to direct attacks on June 8 after US President Trump warned Prime Minister Netanyahu that Israel would be 'on its own' if it continued strikes. The IDF intercepted a Houthi drone over Eilat and continued operations in southern Lebanon, where strikes killed at least 14 people. The ICC suspended its chief prosecutor over sexual misconduct allegations.
- RoutineIL19:29UTC16:29EST12:29
Israel and Iran Halt Direct Strikes After US Pressure, Lebanon Front Remains Active (Jun 8, 1629 UTC, 1929 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israel and Iran announced a mutual halt to direct attacks on June 8, following a night of ballistic missile exchanges and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian air defense and petrochemical targets. US President Trump pressed both sides to de-escalate. Israel stressed operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon will continue. Houthi rebels declared a renewed Red Sea blockade and fired missiles at Israel.
- FlashIL09:36UTC06:36EST02:36
Iran Launches Missile Barrage at Israel, IDF Strikes Back as Trump Urges Restraint (Jun 8, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Iran launched a ballistic missile barrage at central and southern Israel overnight, the first such attack since the April truce, prompting Israeli retaliatory strikes on military and petrochemical targets across Iran. US President Trump urged Prime Minister Netanyahu not to retaliate, saying a diplomatic deal with Tehran was close. The Home Front Command canceled school nationwide and ordered hospitals underground. The Houthis declared a naval blockade on Israel-linked vessels in the Red Sea.
- PriorityIL18:37UTC15:37EST11:37
IDF Strikes Beirut’s Dahiyeh After Hezbollah Rockets; Central Israel Shooting Kills One (Jun 7, 1537 UTC, 1837 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF struck Hezbollah infrastructure in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district after Hezbollah rocket fire on northern Israel, killing at least two and wounding 11. A terror shooting spree in central Israel left one dead and five wounded; the attacker, an Arab Israeli, was neutralized. Greece arrested a suspected Hamas operative planning an attack on an Israeli cruise ship. The US is considering using frozen Iranian assets to fund Gulf state reconstruction.
- PriorityIL09:34UTC06:34EST02:34
Two IDF Soldiers Killed in Lebanon as Hezbollah Rockets Target North and Pentagon Raises Israel Spy Threat (Jun 7, 0634 UTC, 0934 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Two IDF soldiers were killed in separate incidents in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah launched rockets at northern Israel for the first time since Wednesday. The Pentagon raised its counterintelligence threat assessment for Israel to the highest level. In the West Bank, a Palestinian car-ramming lightly injured a settler after settlers blocked a road and threw stones. France and allies are coordinating sanctions over settler violence.
- RoutineIL18:33UTC15:33EST11:33
Israeli Strike Kills Lebanese Army General as US-Iran Gulf Exchange Continues (Jun 6, 1533 UTC, 1833 Israel) (Evening Edition)
An Israeli airstrike killed a Lebanese army general and two soldiers in southern Lebanon, which the IDF said was under review after the vehicle entered an active combat zone without coordination. In the Gulf, the US and Iran continued to exchange fire, with US forces striking Iranian radar sites and Iran launching ballistic missiles at US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. In the West Bank, a settler rampage in Huwara left nine Palestinians wounded, and an IDF soldier was filmed beating two men. The Pentagon reportedly raised its threat assessment of Israeli spying on the US to the highest level.
- FlashIL10:12UTC07:12EST03:12
US Strikes Iran Radar Sites, Iran Retaliates with Missiles on Kuwait and Bahrain (Jun 6, 0712 UTC, 1012 Israel) (Morning Edition)
US forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites after shooting down four Iranian drones launched toward the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by firing seven ballistic missiles at US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, with CENTCOM intercepting six. In Lebanon, an Israeli airstrike killed several Lebanese Army troops, including an officer, while Hezbollah claimed 32 attacks on Israeli forces. In the West Bank, the IDF killed a seven-month-old Palestinian baby in Hebron, prompting an investigation.
- RoutineIL00:33UTC21:33EST17:33
IDF Kills Palestinian Baby in Hebron as Hezbollah Rejects Truce and France Opens War Crimes Probe (Jun 5, 2133 UTC, 0033 Israel) (Morning Edition)
A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed and his parents wounded when IDF troops fired on their vehicle in Hebron. Hezbollah rejected the US-brokered ceasefire, launching rockets and surface-to-air missiles at northern Israel, while the IDF killed two Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon. France opened a war crimes probe into Israel's treatment of flotilla activists, and Ireland banned Israeli ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir.
- PriorityIL18:10UTC15:10EST11:10
IDF Officers Wounded in Lebanon Clashes as Netanyahu Says No Withdrawal Soon (Jun 5, 1510 UTC, 1810 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Two IDF officers were wounded in a firefight with Hezbollah operatives in southern Lebanon, and another was injured by an explosive drone, as Prime Minister Netanyahu stated the IDF would not withdraw from southern Lebanon in the near future. The IDF also announced the killing of Hezbollah's chief engineer, Abed Harb, in a strike last week. Meanwhile, the IAEA reported it has been unable to inspect Iranian nuclear facilities, and Iran claimed its navy fired warning shots at US destroyers in the Oman Sea.
- RoutineIL09:34UTC06:34EST02:34
Hezbollah Rejects Ceasefire as Israel Holds Off on Vote; IDF Strikes Southern Lebanon (Jun 5, 0634 UTC, 0934 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Hezbollah formally rejected the US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, leading Prime Minister Netanyahu to withhold a cabinet vote on the deal. The IDF continued strikes in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and personnel, while a Palestinian teen was killed in the West Bank. In Gaza, at least 12 were killed in Israeli strikes, and the US State Department reiterated Level 4 travel advisories for the region.
- PriorityIL00:38UTC21:38EST17:38
Israeli Soldier Killed by Hezbollah Anti-Tank Missile as Group Rejects Ceasefire (Jun 4, 2138 UTC, 0038 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Capt. Eitan Shmuel Lemberg, 21, was killed by a Hezbollah anti-tank missile in southern Lebanon, hours after Hezbollah formally rejected a US-brokered ceasefire accepted by Israel and Lebanon. The IDF struck Hezbollah infrastructure in response, while overnight strikes in Gaza killed senior Hamas security officials. The US Embassy in Jerusalem issued a security alert urging increased caution across the Middle East.
- RoutineIL19:13UTC16:13EST12:13
Hezbollah Rejects Truce as UN Peacekeeper Killed, US House Votes to Curb Iran War (Jun 4, 1613 UTC, 1913 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Hezbollah formally rejected the US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, even as Lebanon said its army would deploy to pilot zones anyway. A UNIFIL peacekeeper was killed and two wounded by mortar fire in southern Lebanon, which the IDF attributed to Hezbollah. The US House passed a symbolic war powers resolution to limit Trump’s military actions in Iran, drawing a sharp rebuke from the president. The IAEA called on Iran to explain enriched uranium stockpiles and restore inspector access.
- RoutineIL09:36UTC06:36EST02:36
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Renewed with Hezbollah-Free Zones as Trump Hints at Iran Deal (Jun 4, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew their ceasefire and create pilot zones free of Hezbollah control, while President Trump suggested an Iran deal could be reached by the weekend despite Tehran denying progress. The US House passed a symbolic war powers resolution to limit Trump’s authority on Iran, and Kuwait released CCTV footage of the deadly Iranian drone strike on its airport.
- RoutineIL19:43UTC16:43EST12:43
Trump Confirms ‘F***ing Crazy’ Remark as Iran Strikes Kuwait, US Hits Qeshm (Jun 3, 1643 UTC, 1943 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones at Kuwait and Bahrain, killing one and wounding 63 at Kuwait’s airport, while the US struck Iran’s Qeshm Island in self-defense. President Trump confirmed calling Netanyahu ‘f***ing crazy’ over Lebanon fighting. Hezbollah continued rocket and drone attacks on northern Israel, and the IDF struck targets in southern Lebanon, killing a Lebanese soldier. The fourth round of Israel-Lebanon talks continued in Washington.
- FlashIL09:43UTC06:43EST02:43
Iran Strikes Kuwait and Bahrain, US Hits Qeshm Island as Gulf War Escalates (Jun 3, 0643 UTC, 0943 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones at Kuwait and Bahrain, striking Kuwait’s international airport and wounding several people, while the US conducted self-defense strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island. US and partner forces intercepted multiple projectiles, and the IRGC claimed retaliatory strikes on US bases in Kuwait. Hezbollah carried out 13 attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, wounding four soldiers, as Israel-Lebanon talks continued in Washington. The IAEA confirmed a drone attack on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, calling it of “extreme gravity.”
- RoutineIL19:38UTC16:38EST12:38
Hezbollah and IDF Trade Fire Despite Nominal Truce as Lebanon-Israel Talks Resume (Jun 2, 1638 UTC, 1938 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Clashes continued in southern Lebanon despite a US-brokered partial ceasefire, with Hezbollah launching rocket and drone attacks and the IDF striking targets in the south. The fourth round of Israel-Lebanon talks began in Washington, while Israel’s defense minister threatened to treat Beirut’s Dahiya suburb like northern Israeli towns. The IDF acknowledged inadvertently damaging a hospital in Tyre. In Gaza, the IDF killed five operatives planning imminent attacks. Iran’s leadership deliberated a US peace deal, and Netanyahu vowed the Iranian regime would fall.
- PriorityIL09:36UTC06:36EST02:36
Trump Forces Lebanon Truce, Berates Netanyahu as Hezbollah Attacks Persist (Jun 2, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump forced a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah after an expletive-laden call with PM Netanyahu, halting planned strikes on Beirut. Hezbollah continued rocket and drone attacks despite the truce, killing an IDF medical officer and wounding seven soldiers. Iran’s parliament speaker warned talks with the US would halt if Israeli attacks on Lebanon continued. The Knesset advanced a bill to dissolve, moving toward early elections.
- PriorityIL19:59UTC16:59EST12:59
Netanyahu Orders Beirut Strikes After Hezbollah Attacks, Iran Freezes US Talks (Jun 1, 1659 UTC, 1959 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered IDF strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs after a day of rocket and drone attacks on northern Israel, including a deadly drone strike that killed an IDF soldier near Beaufort Castle. Iran suspended indirect talks with the US, conditioning their resumption on a ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza, while the US and Iran exchanged military strikes in the Gulf. The IDF withdrew its 146th Division from southern Lebanon after three months of operations, leaving two divisions in place.
- FlashIL09:42UTC06:42EST02:42
US Strikes Iranian Sites, IRGC Retaliates as Hezbollah Drone Kills IDF Soldier (Jun 1, 0642 UTC, 0942 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The US struck Iranian military sites in Qeshm and Goruk, prompting an IRGC retaliatory strike on a US air base. An IDF soldier was killed and three wounded in a Hezbollah drone attack in southern Lebanon. Sirens sounded in Tiberias for the first time since the ceasefire. A car-ramming attack in the West Bank injured two teenagers. President Trump said Iran 'really wants' a deal and claimed an agreement would bar nuclear weapons.
- RoutineIL18:36UTC15:36EST11:36
IDF Captures Beaufort Castle, Expands Lebanon Offensive as Trump Tightens Iran Deal Terms (May 31, 1536 UTC, 1836 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF captured the strategic Beaufort Castle and advanced past the Litani River, ordering evacuations south of the Zahrani River as Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel. President Trump requested amendments to a draft US-Iran ceasefire deal, focusing on uranium stockpile terms, while Iran insisted on securing its rights before any agreement.
- PriorityIL09:33UTC06:33EST02:33
IDF Soldier Killed by Hezbollah Drone as Troops Capture Beaufort Castle (May 31, 0633 UTC, 0933 Israel) (Morning Edition)
An IDF soldier was killed and four wounded by a Hezbollah explosive drone in southern Lebanon, while Israeli forces captured the strategic Beaufort Castle and advanced within 5 km of Nabatieh. Hezbollah launched rocket barrages at Kiryat Shmona and other northern Israeli communities, prompting school closures. The US struck a ship breaching the blockade near Iran, and the US-Iran deal remains unresolved with new US demands.
- RoutineIL18:32UTC15:32EST11:32
IDF Reaches Nabatieh as Hezbollah Fires Rockets at Safed and Nahariya (May 30, 1532 UTC, 1832 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Israeli ground forces advanced to the outskirts of Nabatieh, one of southern Lebanon’s largest cities, marking the deepest IDF push since 2006. Hezbollah responded with rocket barrages targeting Safed, Nahariya, and Kiryat Shmona, causing damage but no injuries. The IDF warned of potential increased rocket fire as operations expand. In Gaza, Hamas warned of a ‘dangerous escalation’ after Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered the seizure of 70% of the Strip, while Egypt raced to salvage the ceasefire. The US-Iran deal remained unresolved, with Defense Secretary Hegseth stating the US is ready to restart strikes if no agreement is reached.
- RoutineIL10:08UTC07:08EST03:08
Hezbollah Rockets Hit Kiryat Shmona as IDF Orders Evacuations in Southern Lebanon (May 30, 0708 UTC, 1008 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Hezbollah fired multiple rocket salvos at northern Israel overnight, with one projectile striking a shopping center in Kiryat Shmona and causing damage but no injuries. The IDF intercepted several rockets and issued new evacuation warnings for seven villages in southern Lebanon, while Israeli airstrikes and drone strikes continued across the south. The US-Iran deal remains unresolved after a White House Situation Room meeting ended without a decision, and Iran denied any final understanding has been reached.
- RoutineIL00:37UTC21:37EST17:37
Trump Situation Room Meeting Ends Without Decision on Iran Deal as Hezbollah Claims Multiple Attacks (May 29, 2137 UTC, 0037 Israel) (Morning Edition)
President Trump convened a two-hour Situation Room meeting on a potential Iran deal but made no final decision, with the White House saying it is 'very close' but unresolved. Iran denied a deal is finalized and rejected terms including uranium transfer and Hormuz tolls. Hezbollah claimed over 20 attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, while the IDF confirmed troops crossed the Litani River and struck Hezbollah targets. The UN blacklisted Israel for conflict-related sexual violence for the first time.
- RoutineIL18:16UTC15:16EST11:16
Netanyahu Confirms IDF Crossed Litani as US-Iran Truce Hangs on Trump Approval (May 29, 1516 UTC, 1816 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed IDF troops of the 36th Division crossed the Litani River and advanced to strategic points in southern Lebanon, while the IDF struck Hezbollah targets across the south and in the Bekaa Valley. The US and Iran reached a tentative 60-day ceasefire memorandum of understanding, pending President Trump's approval, though both sides publicly disputed its contents. In Gaza, Netanyahu ordered the IDF to expand control to 70% of the Strip, violating the October ceasefire, and the IDF eliminated the deputy commander of Hamas's Gaza City Brigade. The UN added Israel to its sexual-violence-in-conflict blacklist, drawing sharp Israeli condemnation.
- RoutineIL09:30UTC06:30EST02:30
Netanyahu Orders IDF to Seize 70% of Gaza as US-Iran Truce Awaits Trump Approval (May 29, 0630 UTC, 0930 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Prime Minister Netanyahu directed the IDF to expand control of Gaza to 70%, well beyond the terms of the existing truce, as Israeli strikes killed at least 14 in southern Lebanon. The US and Iran reached a tentative 60-day ceasefire memorandum of understanding, pending President Trump's approval, while CENTCOM denied Iranian claims of downing a US aircraft. Israel cut ties with UN Secretary-General Guterres after the UN added the IDF to a conflict-related sexual violence blacklist.
- PriorityIL19:33UTC16:33EST12:33
IDF Strikes Beirut, US-Iran Truce Deal Pending Trump Approval (May 28, 1633 UTC, 1933 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The IDF struck a Hezbollah target in Beirut for the first time in three weeks, killing at least 14 people in intensified operations across Lebanon. The US and Iran reportedly agreed on a 60-day ceasefire memorandum of understanding, pending President Trump's approval, even as both sides exchanged fire near the Strait of Hormuz. The UN is expected to blacklist Israel over sexual violence in conflict zones, prompting Israel to sever ties with Secretary-General Guterres.
- FlashIL09:30UTC06:30EST02:30
IRGC Strikes US Base in Kuwait After American Attack on Iran; IDF Soldier Killed by Hezbollah Drone (May 28, 0630 UTC, 0930 Israel) (Morning Edition)
The IRGC launched a retaliatory attack on a US base in Kuwait following overnight American strikes near Bandar Abbas, Iran. An IDF soldier was killed and two reservists wounded in a Hezbollah explosive drone attack on a military zone near the Lebanese border. The IDF began striking Hezbollah infrastructure in Tyre after ordering evacuations. The UN added Israel to its blacklist of perpetrators of sexual violence in conflict zones, prompting Israel to reportedly cut ties with UN Secretary-General Guterres. The US reimposed sanctions on UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese.
- RoutineIL19:24UTC16:24EST12:24
Hamas Confirms Odeh Death as Israel Orders Tyre Evacuation and US-Iran Talks Stall (May 27, 1624 UTC, 1924 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Hamas confirmed the death of its military chief Mohammed Odeh in an Israeli strike, while the IDF ordered the evacuation of Tyre, southern Lebanon's largest city, and struck over 150 Hezbollah targets. US-Iran negotiations stalled, with the White House denying reports of a draft deal, and Iran claiming the Strait of Hormuz could reopen within a month if terms are agreed. A fire at a kosher supermarket in London's Golders Green was blamed on an electrical fault.
- PriorityIL09:34UTC06:34EST02:34
Hamas Military Chief Killed as Israel Intensifies Lebanon Strikes and US-Iran Talks Continue (May 27, 0634 UTC, 0934 Israel) (Morning Edition)
Israel confirmed the killing of Hamas's new military chief Mohammed Odeh in a Gaza strike, while intensifying airstrikes in Lebanon that killed at least 31 people. Hezbollah launched over 15 drones at Israel and threatened to topple the Lebanese government. US-Iran negotiations continued with Secretary of State Rubio saying a deal could take 'a few days,' even as Iran condemned recent US strikes as a ceasefire violation.
- RoutineIL19:24UTC16:24EST12:24
US Strikes Iran as Israel Expands Lebanon Ground Offensive (May 26, 1624 UTC, 1924 Israel) (Evening Edition)
The US conducted self-defense strikes on Iranian mine-laying boats and missile sites near Bandar Abbas, while Israel expanded ground operations beyond the security zone in southern Lebanon and intensified airstrikes that killed at least 12 in Mashghara. Iran condemned the US strikes as a 'gross violation' of the ceasefire, and Hezbollah launched multiple drone and rocket attacks on Israeli positions. US-Iran talks in Qatar continue, with Secretary Rubio stating a deal could come in days.
- FlashIL09:28UTC06:28EST02:28
US Strikes Iranian Boats and Missile Sites as Netanyahu Orders Intensified Blows Against Hezbollah (May 26, 0628 UTC, 0928 Israel) (Morning Edition)
US forces struck Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats near Bandar Abbas in self-defense, while Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered the IDF to intensify strikes against Hezbollah after a surge in drone attacks. US-Iran talks continue in Qatar, but Tehran warns that an Israeli strike on Beirut would jeopardize negotiations.
- RoutineIL19:02UTC16:02EST12:02
Hezbollah Drone Strikes Kill IDF Soldier as Trump Links Iran Deal to Abraham Accords (May 25, 1602 UTC, 1902 Israel) (Evening Edition)
Hezbollah explosive drones killed an IDF soldier and seriously wounded another in southern Lebanon, as President Trump declared it 'mandatory' for six Muslim nations to join the Abraham Accords as part of an Iran deal. The US and Iran voiced cautious optimism but tempered expectations of an imminent breakthrough, while Israeli opposition leaders accused Netanyahu of being sidelined.
- PriorityIL09:36UTC06:36EST02:36
Hezbollah Drone Kills IDF Soldier in South Lebanon as US-Iran Deal Hangs in Balance (May 25, 0636 UTC, 0936 Israel) (Morning Edition)
A Hezbollah explosive drone killed an IDF soldier and seriously wounded another in southern Lebanon, while the US and Iran continued to negotiate a ceasefire deal that Israeli officials warn ignores Israel's security interests. The British navy is preparing to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz once a deal is signed, though a US official says no mines have been found. Northern Israeli mayors say the emerging deal would be a 'death blow' if Hezbollah remains intact.
- RoutineIL18:33UTC15:33EST11:33
Trump Says Iran Deal ‘Largely Negotiated’ as Hezbollah Drone Hits Northern Israel and IDF Dismantles Tunnel (May 24, 1533 UTC, 1833 Israel) (Evening Edition)
President Trump announced a US-Iran ceasefire deal is ‘largely negotiated,’ while a Hezbollah explosive drone detonated in northern Israel without injuries and the IDF dismantled a 100-meter Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon. Israel expressed deep concerns over the emerging deal’s nuclear terms, and Bahrain sentenced nine to life for IRGC-linked terror plots.
- PriorityIL09:22UTC06:22EST02:22
Trump Says Iran Deal ‘Largely Negotiated’ as Hezbollah Drone Kills IDF Soldier in Northern Israel (May 24, 0622 UTC, 0922 Israel) (Morning Edition)
A Hezbollah explosive drone killed an IDF soldier and wounded two others in northern Israel, while President Trump announced that a US-Iran ceasefire deal is ‘largely negotiated’ and would reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The proposed 60-day truce includes a halt to Israel-Hezbollah fighting and talks on Iran’s highly enriched uranium, but Israeli officials and senior US Republicans have sharply criticized the emerging terms. Anti-government protests drew around 2,000 people across Israel, and a gunman was shot dead after firing near the White House.