Rubio: Epic Fury is over; Tehran’s nuclear shield has been destroyed Secretary of State Marco Rubio declares Operation Epic Fury over, claiming victory as the US shifts focus to reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. May 6, 2026
Israel’s Iron Dome shields UAE from Iranian missile attack Iranian missile launched towards the United Arab Emirates was successfully shot down thanks to an Israeli Iron Dome missile defense battery. May 5, 2026
Iran’s president slams IRGC attacks on UAE as ‘madness’ – report Pezeshkian reportedly clashed with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, warning that attacks on the United Arab Emirates could sink the ceasefire and lead Iran back into full-scale war. May 5, 2026
The road ahead in the Middle East – analysis A long, grinding battle of wills is now underway between a US and Israeli side enjoying overwhelming technological superiority and an Iranian/Islamist side with a somewhat clearer strategic doctrine. May 5, 2026
Israel prepares for Iran ceasefire collapse as US mulls strikes after attacks on UAE Netanyahu holds high-level security consultations amid speculation the Iran ceasefire could collapse following Tehran's missile attacks on United Arab Emirates. May 5, 2026
Iran still just one year away from nuke, despite US-Israeli attacks – report US intelligence reports suggest Iran's breakout time for weaponizing fissile uranium hasn't changed since American and Israeli airstrikes. May 5, 2026
Two American-flagged merchant ships successfully transit Strait of Hormuz The UAE accused Iran of a drone strike on one of its tankers. May 4, 2026
Trump losing patience with Iran deadlock, wants ‘a deal or action’ – report Senior US official says President Trump is increasingly frustrated by the stalemate with Iran, will 'bomb the hell out of them' if progress isn't made on a deal. May 4, 2026
US destroyer hit by Iranian missiles, Iran claims US military denies reports carried by Iranian state media that an American destroyer was hit by Iranian missiles. May 4, 2026
US voters back Trump’s Iran blockade, Hezbollah disarmament – poll The vast majority of Americans believe the United States is winning against Iran, a new poll shows. May 4, 2026
Hamas names Khalil al-Hayya head in Gaza, keeps leadership largely unchanged ahead of top vote All three of Hamas’s previous top leaders—Sinwar in Gaza, Ismail Haniyeh abroad, and al-Arouri in Judea and Samaria—were eliminated by Israel’s security forces within roughly a year after the Oct. 7 massacre. May 4, 2026
Secret US-Iran phased deal revealed, Trump not on board yet The framework represents a pragmatic compromise: Iran avoids complete capitulation on its nuclear infrastructure, while the U.S. secures a long-term enrichment cap and de-escalation in the Gulf. May 3, 2026
War restarting? – Three signs the US is preparing renewed attacks on Iran Dr. Barda argues that such a delivery, combined with the timing of the Washington meetings, suggests coordinated preparation for a regional escalation. May 3, 2026
2 US service members missing after military exercises in Morocco In all, over 7,000 personnel from more than 30 nations are participating across the four host countries. May 3, 2026
Netanyahu warns Israel is ready to reach Iran as it expands air power Israeli warplanes can operate anywhere in Iran, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as Israel's air force eyes purchases of advanced fighter jets. May 3, 2026
IDF officials warn Iran could still build a nuclear bomb Despite weeks of intense military operations by the US and Israel against Iran, top IDF officials warn that unless Iran's enriched uranium is transferred out of the country, the regime may still be able to build a nuclear weapon. May 3, 2026
Trump: Iran hasn’t paid high enough price, resuming war ‘a possibility’ President Donald Trump says he will examine latest Iranian peace proposal while expressing skepticism, adding Iran has not 'paid a big enough price' for the regime's actions. May 3, 2026
The war’s severe damage to Iran’s economy comes into view Virtually all of Iran’s oil exports, along with about 70 percent of its non-oil trade, move through southern waters now disrupted. May 2, 2026
Board of Peace denies report that US-run Civil-Military Coordination Center in Israel set to close The Board of Peace was formed to oversee the transitional period in Gaza following the two-year war and acts as the supervising authority for the CMCC. May 2, 2026
US warns shipping firms over paying Iran to transit the Strait of Hormuz The U.S. Central Command on Saturday said 48 commercial ships have been told to turn back. May 2, 2026
US forces redirect 42nd commercial ship amid blockade, CENTCOM says The U.S. Navy has enforced the blockade since April 13, following failed U.S.-Iran talks, targeting vessels entering or leaving Iranian ports. April 30, 2026
Khamenei threatens to send US fleet ‘to the bottom’ of the Persian Gulf Iran's elusive supreme leader issues written statement defending the country's nuclear program and calling for removal of American forces from the Middle East. April 30, 2026
Pakistan opens land trade routes to Iran, despite US blockade While attempting to reboot nuclear talks between Iran and the United States, Pakistan reportedly opens land-based trade routes to Iran, undercutting the American naval blockade. April 30, 2026
USS Gerald R. Ford departs the Middle East after record-breaking deployment During its 10 months in the region, the Ford played a pivotal role in enforcing the American blockade on Iranian oil shipments and providing a visible deterrent against regional escalation. April 30, 2026
Iran executed at least 21 people, arrested over 4,000 since start of war with US and Israel, UN reports Photographs have documented children in attendance at public executions in Iran to watch the violence and cruelty. April 30, 2026
Israel finds condoms and drugs on Gaza flotilla vessels – but no aid Israel denounces 'condom flotilla' after multiple seized vessels found to contain no actual humanitarian aid, while condoms and drugs were located. April 30, 2026
Maverick Arabic news outlet exposes Hamas’ abuse of Gazans Its website attracted 577 million views last year, according to the organization, including 100 million in Syria and 20 million in Gaza in the last quarter of the year alone. April 29, 2026
Trump orders administration to prepare for long-term blockade of Iran – report Trump reportedly tells aides to gear up for a long-term US naval blockade of Iran in lieu of a resumption of the air campaign. April 29, 2026
Trump mulling unilateral declaration of victory, end to Iran war – report President reportedly considering unliterally declaring Iran war over before de-escalating tensions with Iran. April 29, 2026
‘No more Mr. Nice Guy,’ Trump warns Iran Iran unwilling to reach a new nuclear deal with the United States, President Donald Trump laments, hinting at new strikes if the Islamic Republic doesn't compromise soon. April 29, 2026
Trump: Iran admitted it is in a ‘state of collapse’ President Trump says Iran has conceded it is in a 'state of collapse' and needs the US to end its naval blockade immediately. April 29, 2026
UAE officially withdraws from OPEC, defying Saudi Arabia By leaving OPEC, the UAE is signaling that it will no longer tether its economic or security destiny to a failing regional consensus. April 28, 2026
Iran estimates economy 6 weeks from collapse, fears new uprising – report Top regime council meets amid fears that looming economic collapse could reignite widespread unrest, with officials estimating Iran can only endure 6-8 weeks of the American blockade. April 28, 2026
Trump has a choice to make on Iran – analysis Trump’s current position reflects a cost-benefit analysis that the Iranian regime is vastly inferior to its opponents in conventional military capacity and its ability to inflict harm. April 28, 2026
Mossad allegedly paved secret landing strip deep inside Iran The ability to complete such infrastructure work without triggering an immediate response from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps or local intelligence units underscores the severe gaps in Iranian regional monitoring. April 28, 2026
Hezbollah embeds terror apparatus in Lebanon’s health system This 'human shield' tactic—in which military assets are placed within civilian environments—is meant to complicate strikes, raise political costs, and undermine the legitimacy of Israeli action. April 28, 2026
Bahrain strips citizenship from dozens over ties to Iran Individuals who praised Iran's attacks on the Gulf kingdom lost their status as citizens, the Bahraini Foreign Ministry said. April 28, 2026
JD Vance privately expresses reservations about Iran war – report Vance reportedly doubts Pentagon's claims on Iran war, expressed concerns the conflict could degrade America's ability to handle potential threats from China, North Korea, and Russia. April 28, 2026
How real is the naval blockade of Iran? A fully enforced blockade—one that genuinely halts Iranian exports—likely would trigger a sharp price spike, a risk few major economies are willing to absorb amid ongoing geopolitical instability. April 27, 2026
Iran calls for deal on Strait of Hormuz, pushing off nuclear talks Tehran reportedly proposes holding talks exclusively on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with nuclear talks pushed off until after an agreement is reached. April 27, 2026
Iran’s attacks on US bases far more destructive than acknowledged Iranian attacks reportedly hit more than 100 targets across 11 U.S. bases, damaging essential infrastructure, including command headquarters, aircraft hangars, satellite systems, and advanced radar technology. April 27, 2026
Palestinian leader’s loyalists win local elections, including some seats in Gaza Hamas, which ousted the PA from Gaza in 2007, did not formally nominate candidates in Gaza and boycotted the race. April 27, 2026
Trump warns Iran’s oil infrastructure may ‘explode’ in three days President Trump suggests US blockade on Iran could cause the Islamic Republic's oil infrastructure to explode imminently. April 27, 2026
Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus The government of interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has faced criticism over delays in launching a promised transitional justice process. April 26, 2026
Tehran demands US lift blockade before talks resume Pezeshkian said American maritime restrictions on Iran were a 'clear breach of the ceasefire understandings.' April 26, 2026
Hamas exploits Gaza ceasefire to rebuild military power, tighten civilian control There have also been reports of Hamas intensifying its crackdown and social control across the enclave amid allegations of widespread abuse, coercion for food, sexual exploitation, rising child marriages, and an increase in child pregnancies. April 26, 2026
Iran reopens main airport, restarts flights amid truce uncertainty Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport reopens despite a ceasefire on the brink and ongoing U.S. military buildup in the region. April 26, 2026
Qatar pressuring Hamas leaders to leave the country Doha reportedly working to expel Hamas' leadership from Qatar as backlash against the terror group over its continuing ties to Iran. April 26, 2026
Gazans cast votes in local election for first time in 20 years Although Hamas boycotted the election, it pledged to honor its results and deployed personnel from its police force to the polling stations. April 25, 2026
Only five ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours Iran’s use of a swarm of small, fast boats to seize two container ships near the strait on Wednesday has heightened concerns among many shipping and oil companies. April 25, 2026
Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks The president also repeated his past suggestions that the leadership of Iran remains unsettled, writing, 'Nobody knows who is in charge.' April 25, 2026
The secret US plan to break Iran’s stranglehold Options also include strikes on dual-use targets such as oil terminals, refineries, power plants, and related energy infrastructure. April 24, 2026
Hamas ‘fabricates humanitarian crisis’ to stall disarmament (COGAT) sees 600 aid trucks enter the Gaza Strip every day through the Kerem Shalom Crossing in the south and the Zikim Crossing in the north. April 23, 2026
Trump orders US Navy to destroy mine-laying vessels Trump asserted that the United States now maintains total control over the Strait of Hormuz, describing the passage as hermetically sealed. April 23, 2026
Mojtaba Khamenei barely able to speak, waiting for prosthetic leg – report Iran's new supreme leader reportedly suffered injuries so severe they have disfigured him, forcing him to remain out of sight and impairing his ability to speak. April 23, 2026
US prepared to end ceasefire in days, launch massive strikes on Iran – report White House has reportedly already drafted plans for massive attacks on Iran if nuclear talks fail. April 23, 2026
Israeli Air Force technicians gave sensitive information to Iran – report Two Israel Air Force technicians under investigation for allegedly spying on behalf of Iran, with orders to monitor senior Israeli officials. April 23, 2026
China holds secret talks with Iran China reportedly has been quietly pressing Iran as Trump discloses assurances from Chinese President Xi Jinping. April 23, 2026
Israel estimates US blockade of Strait of Hormuz to slash Iran oil exports by 80% There has also been severe damage across Iran’s petrochemical and defense sectors, which together have cost an estimated 100,000 jobs. April 23, 2026
Trump denies reports he gave Iran 3-5 days to resume negotiations President Trump says there is no timeframe for ending the current ceasefire with Iran, denying reports that the extended truce will only last three to five days. April 23, 2026
