Israel on High Alert as Trump Weighs Possible Strike on Iran

An Israeli military official said Thursday evening that the Israeli Air Force is on high alert, both for defensive operations and in preparation for a possible strike against Iran, according to a report in Maariv. "The Air Force is on high alert for defense and is prepared for the possibility of an attack on Iran," the official stated, adding that developments and the timing of any potential operation now depend directly on the decisions of U.S. President Donald Trump.

The remarks follow a statement made Wednesday by IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir during a visit to southern Lebanon. "The IDF is alert to developments on both nearby and distant fronts and is prepared to strike any enemy that attempts to harm us, as we have done in the past," Zamir said.

U.S. Military Reinforcements Reported in Jordan

Arab media outlets reported Thursday evening that the United States had reinforced its military presence in Jordan, with transport aircraft reportedly delivering additional forces to the kingdom. Meanwhile, the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, accompanied by its strike group, was reportedly just days away from reaching the northern Arabian Sea, relatively close to the Strait of Hormuz. The reported military movements come amid heightened regional tensions and uncertainty over whether Washington will authorize further military action against Iran.

Iranian Official Meets Putin as Russia Warns Against Travel to Iran

According to Iranian reports, Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and delivered a message from Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei.

An Iranian source told the Lebanese Al Mayadeen television network that the primary focus of Rezaei's discussions with Putin was the possibility of ending the war. According to the source, Rezaei made clear that Tehran would not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until its seven conditions had been fulfilled and would not negotiate over that decision.

The Financial Times also reported that Russia had agreed to supply Iran with 90 launchers for LMUR guided missiles. The helicopter-mounted launchers are designed to fire precision-guided missiles, which Russian forces have used extensively during the war in Ukraine. However, it remains unclear whether the reported equipment has already been delivered to Iran.

Meanwhile, Russia's Foreign Ministry issued a warning advising Russian citizens against traveling to Iran. "We recommend that Russian citizens temporarily refrain from nonessential travel to Iran until the situation stabilizes," the ministry stated.

Iran Reportedly Considering Nuclear Proposals Amid Diplomatic Efforts

The New York Times reported Thursday evening that Iranian officials are examining several proposals concerning the country's nuclear program and its possible future. According to the report, Qatar has held a series of meetings in recent weeks as part of efforts to mediate between the countries, reduce tensions, and prevent a return to intensive fighting.

Five Iranian and American officials described the proposals as "concrete," although they declined to provide details about their content. The diplomatic efforts are unfolding alongside reports of increased military readiness across the region, leaving open the question of whether negotiations can produce a breakthrough before further escalation occurs.