Can the US Navy continue replenishment at sea for its Iran and Houthi operations? Despite his frequent about-faces about whether to strike at Iran because of its attacks on freedom of navigation and civilian infrastructure, President Donald Trump has surged the U.S. Navy toward the Arabian Sea. August 3, 2026
Iran executes alleged Mossad agents accused of aiding Israel during recent wars Iran executed two men whom Tehran accused of passing military coordinates to Israel's Mossad during the two most recent conflicts. August 3, 2026
American general warns US lacks resources to defend Israel from Iranian counterstrikes US commander warns destroyer shortage could force choice between defending homeland and Israel. August 3, 2026
Trump says Iran deal ‘imminent’ after canceling largest planned operation since WWII President Donald Trump says renewed US-Iran talks to begin after Gulf states help avert major strike. August 3, 2026
Iranian officials reject reports of agreement on Strait of Hormuz navigation The diplomatic push follows a decision by US President Donald Trump to halt a major planned military strike across Iran to grant space for political negotiations. August 2, 2026
Saudis lobbied Trump not to launch major air campaign against Iran – report 'The Saudis expressed concern and asked for clarity about the plan of action,' a US official told Axios. August 2, 2026
Trump ‘losing faith’ in talks, threatens to ‘hit Iran hard’ The American military and the Israel Defense Forces are planning to restart joint attacks against Iran, targeting critical energy infrastructure sites, possibly beginning this weekend. August 1, 2026
As Trump weighs massive Iran attack, Israel heightens readiness The U.S. and Israel are preparing options to strike Iran's energy sector as soon as this weekend, though officials stress no final decision has been made. August 1, 2026
How diplomacy could strengthen Iran’s repression Lifting sanctions or providing other forms of economic relief would strengthen repression rather than improve the lives of ordinary Iranians. July 31, 2026
Netanyahu says Trump is the ‘senior partner’ in Iran war, ‘nobody tells Trump what to do’ Prime Minister Netanyahu says President Trump has final say on Iran war as US launches new wave of strikes. July 30, 2026
Trump mulling two-week military op against Iranian ballistic missiles – report American military commander in the Mideast pushing plan for 10-14 day large-scale air campaign targeting Iran's ballistic missile arsenal. July 30, 2026
Trump tells Netanyahu Saudi normalization remains tied to US nuclear deal – report Saudi official confirms Riyadh still open to normalization deal with Israel. July 30, 2026
US launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit Tehran ‘very hard’ US forces bombed dozens of targets in Iran hours after Trump threatened to hit Iran 'very hard' following Iranian attacks. July 30, 2026
Lebanese lawyers file complaint against banker who met with Netanyahu In the past, Lebanese prosecutors issued arrest warrants in similar cases for Lebanese citizens outside the country. July 29, 2026
Saudi Arabia bought off the Houthis and now they’re blockading its ports – analysis It would be wrong to say Saudi authorities got what they deserve, as no one deserves being the victim of terrorism. July 29, 2026
Joint US, Saudi attacks on Iran-backed forces in Iraq after unsuccessful Islamic Republic ‘surprise attack’ CENTCOM said that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched 'multiple' ballistic missiles from Iran. July 29, 2026
China shipping hundreds of missiles to Iran – report Iran reportedly set to receive hundreds of Chinese shoulder-fired air-defense systems amid simmering tensions with the US. July 29, 2026
Drone attacks target Israel, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Iraq despite pause in US-Iran fighting Israel shoots down drones approaching its eastern frontier; attacks also reported in Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq. July 28, 2026
Pro-regime Iranian outlet calls to assassinate Melania Trump Regime-aligned Iranian media outlet publishes video calling for the murder of First Lady Melania Trump and their son, Barron. July 28, 2026
Netanyahu to show Trump intelligence on Iran’s underground nuclear expansion – report The material is expected to focus heavily on Pickaxe Mountain, an extensive underground tunnel complex built beneath Kolang Mountain near Iran’s principal Natanz nuclear facility. July 28, 2026
Trump says US, Iran holding ‘very friendly’ talks, threatens renewed military action President Trump says the US is engaged in 'very friendly negotiations' with Tehran while also warning that large-scale operations against Iran could resume if no deal is reached. July 28, 2026
Turkey working to undermine Israel’s October election – report Israeli officials accuse Turkey of trying to influence Israel’s election through social media. July 27, 2026
Tehran accuses Ukraine of striking Iranian ship on Israel’s behalf Iran threatens to retaliate against Ukraine after accusing Kyiv of striking an Iranian vessel at Israel's 'behest.' July 27, 2026
Lindsey Graham wanted to convince Trump to attack Hezbollah – until Netanyahu dissuaded him Netanyahu reportedly dissuaded the late Senator Lindsey Graham from trying to convince Trump to strike Hezbollah. July 27, 2026
Trump maintains military option against Iran, Waltz says The Islamic Republic of Iran's army warned that the war could widen further if the United States decides to resume its military campaign against Iran. July 27, 2026
‘Iranian regime may not survive the summer’ – ex-IDF officer The Trump administration is intentionally muddying the waters with its Iran policy, former senior IDF officer says, arguing that the US is sowing confusion in Tehran ahead of a new military campaign. July 27, 2026
Iranian mine strikes tanker in Hormuz as world awaits Trump’s response The incident directly tests recent ultimatums issued by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the security of international shipping lanes. July 26, 2026
Iranian rabbi calls to assassinate Trump, Netanyahu Senior Jewish religious leader in Iran calls for the killing of Israeli and American leaders in retaliation for the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. July 26, 2026
Russia is helping Iran hit US bases, says Zelensky Ukraine's president says Russia is supplying Iran with satellite intelligence on US bases in the Middle East. July 26, 2026
Bahrain and Kuwait secretly struck Iranian military sites in rare direct retaliation The strikes reflect the deteriorating position of Arab Gulf allies five months into the conflict. July 25, 2026
Iran is confident about victory, only strategic setback can change that – opinion Iran’s strategic success in the previous phase of the war has emboldened the regime and, for now, silenced the anti-war camp. July 25, 2026
United States completes 13th consecutive night of strikes on Iran The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps subsequently claimed it had prevented three oil tankers from transiting the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the strategic chokepoint was under its control. July 24, 2026
Iran threatens Tel Aviv as Trump weighs ‘massive’ new strike Middle East on edge as Trump nears decision on massive Iran strike World Israel News Staff Iran has threatened to strike Tel Aviv if US President Donald Trump orders a new wave of attacks on Tehran, as Tr... July 24, 2026
US holds Tehran directly accountable for any Houthi attacks near Bab el-Mandeb US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated the administration's stance during a briefing in the Philippines, warning the group against being drawn further into Iran's strategic maneuvers. July 23, 2026
Trump conditions Saudi nuclear deal on normalization with Israel President Trump says the nuclear deal being advanced with Riyadh will only be conditioned on Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords with Israel. July 23, 2026
Mideast oil producers step up plans to bypass the Strait of Hormuz The new projects to bypass Hormuz could carry 3.8 million barrels of oil a day by the end of next year and 7.3 million barrels per day by the end of 2028. July 23, 2026
US military carries out 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran President Donald Trump on Wednesday said Tehran is not ready to seal an accord with Washington, but 'they’ll be ready very soon.' July 23, 2026
‘Iran not ready to make a deal,’ Trump declares after vowing to expand retaliatory strikes President Trump says Iran is 'getting hit so hard' by US strikes, adding that Tehran is 'not ready to make a deal.' July 23, 2026
US military deploying special forces units to Mideast as Trump mulls Iran escalation The US is moving additional air units, military equipment and special forces teams to the Middle East, as the Trump administration considers expanding the simmering conflict with Iran. July 23, 2026
Trump approves Saudi nuke deal – without Israel peace agreement President Trump okays civilian nuclear pact with Saudi Arabia, moving Riyadh closer to uranium enrichment. July 22, 2026
US considering plan to overthrow Iranian regime – report Trump administration revisits Iran regime-change options as diplomacy falters. July 21, 2026
Iran’s president declares ‘full-scale war’ on US after latest strikes Despite efforts to reach new ceasefire deal, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic republic is now engaged in a full-scale war with the US. July 21, 2026
Trump on verge of deciding on whether to expand war with Iran – report President Trump weighs major escalation in fighting with Iran after 10 consecutive nights of strikes. July 21, 2026
US strikes Iran for tenth night in a row as IRGC strikes tankers in Hormuz IRGC says two tankers caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz and claims strikes on US systems in Bahrain; maritime authorities report crew abandoning a separate vessel July 21, 2026
Iran FM says he has never met new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei The foreign minister said Khamenei’s appointment as supreme leader was intended to signal continuity in Iran’s policies following the death of his father. July 21, 2026
Iran has moved thousands of centrifuges into Pickaxe Mountain site – report Israeli intelligence says Iran has moved thousands of uranium centrifuges into deeply buried mountain complex. July 21, 2026
Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthis say they will block Saudi shipping at Red Sea gateway Disrupting transit through the Bab al-Mandeb forces shipping firms to route vessels around the Cape of Good Hope off South Africa, significantly increasing costs. July 20, 2026
Iran’s war on the Arabs: Time for the Gulf to stand with Israel Iran's aggression is steadily eroding whatever sympathy it once enjoyed among many Arabs. July 20, 2026
Trump says Iran has ‘very little left’ after ninth night of US strikes President Trump says Iran has been 'very badly damaged' after nine nights over US airstrikes. July 20, 2026
Israel on ‘very high alert’ for Iranian attack – report Israel reportedly raises alert level as US-Iran fighting threatens to draw IDF into campaign. July 20, 2026
How Iran is evading US defenses – analysis Defense analysts have previously documented cases in which Chinese reconnaissance satellites and navigation systems may have supported Iranian targeting operations. July 20, 2026
US moves toward wider Iran war as American military death toll rises US military deploying additional fighter squadrons to the Middle East after three soldiers killed in recent Iranian attacks. July 20, 2026
Iranian regime’s failures anger citizens as power cuts and military casualties mount The daily reality confronting ordinary Iranians stands in stark contrast to the rhetoric dominating the discourse Iranian media report. July 19, 2026
Iran’s officials raise the prospect of seizing US Camp Buehring in Kuwait According to various reports, Iranian remarks were specifically conditioned on the United States seizing Iranian territory, such as Kharg Island. July 19, 2026
Iranian missiles target south Jordan, two Iron Dome interceptors fired The US embassy issued an urgent notice to American citizens in Jordan instructing them to avoid the airport and seaport in Aqaba entirely and to stay away from military bases across the kingdom. July 19, 2026
US strikes Iran for eighth straight night after deadly attack on troops CENTCOM said the latest wave of strikes was launched to 'swiftly punish' IRGC forces responsible for the attack on the U.S. base in Jordan. July 19, 2026
Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has fled the country – report The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is reportedly issuing statements in the name of Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, after he left the country. July 19, 2026
Board of Peace drops plans for full Gaza reconstruction – report US-backed Board of Peace has reportedly abandoned its plans for building a 'New Gaza' in favor of a pilot program creating a small amount of temporary housing, with the main goal of discouraging a new IDF campaign. July 19, 2026
Trump ‘couldn’t care less’ about Iran suspending agreement with US as fighting escalates President Trump brushes off Iran's decision to suspend memorandum of understanding as fighting in the Mideast escalates after killing of two American service members. July 19, 2026
US sends dozens of refueling aircraft to Israel as attacks across Mideast intensify The U.S. currently has some 60 refueling aircraft in Israel, about half at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv and the other half at Ramon Airport in southern Israel. July 18, 2026
