Trump Pushes Iran Talks Despite Expanding U.S. Military Presence
After senior Israeli security talks in Washington, Trump keeps a strike option open as U.S.–Iran negotiations move forward through regional mediators
Brian Racer
02.02.26 | 09:18
After senior Israeli security talks in Washington, Trump keeps a strike option open as U.S.–Iran negotiations move forward through regional mediators
Brian Racer
02.02.26 | 09:18
IDF Chief’s visit focuses on operational coordination and early warning, as Israel prepares for Washington’s next steps
Brian Racer
01.02.26 | 16:03
Wall Street Journal reports broader action sought by President Trump would require expanded missile defenses to protect Israel, U.S. forces, and regional allies
Brian Racer
01.02.26 | 14:04
Speaking Sunday, Iran’s supreme leader dismisses U.S. military pressure even as Washington signals talks with Tehran are underway
Brian Racer
01.02.26 | 11:05
CNN and Reuters report Washington weighs targeting regime leaders, nuclear sites, and security forces
Brian Racer
29.01.26 | 09:12
Shamkhani warns any U.S. strike would trigger immediate retaliation as Trump deploys carrier group and demands Iranian concessions
Brian Racer
28.01.26 | 22:32
President cites June strikes on Iran’s nuclear program as US naval forces deploy and Washington signals pressure alongside continued diplomatic contacts
Brian Racer
28.01.26 | 09:48
Tehran decentralizes power, warns of regional retaliation, and coordinates with allies as officials brace for possible military confrontation
Brian Racer
27.01.26 | 21:09
Escalation risks and strategic leverage are driving U.S. restraint despite intelligence assessments that Iran’s regime is unusually vulnerable
Brian Racer
27.01.26 | 08:42
U.S. carrier moves into Central Command’s area of responsibility while Washington warns Tehran over protests, drone warfare, and Red Sea instability
Brian Racer
26.01.26 | 14:22
TIME reports that tens of thousands may have been killed during two days of unrest, as Iran enters the week facing rising US military pressure
Brian Racer
25.01.26 | 09:45
Israel’s president speaks at the World Economic Forum about Iran unrest, Gaza’s next phase, Syria instability, and the legal review of Netanyahu’s pardon request
Brian Racer
22.01.26 | 12:29
In a newsletter published yesterday, Carlson likens Iran’s nuclear ambitions to North Korea and challenges decades of U.S. and Israeli warnings
Brian Racer
21.01.26 | 10:19
U.S. forces reposition as Trump presses aides for “decisive” military options
Brian Racer
21.01.26 | 08:10
After meeting Netanyahu in Jerusalem, the U.S. senator warned Iran would use nuclear weapons and urged joint weapons development with Israel
Brian Racer
18.01.26 | 23:40
Carrier movement and fighter jet deployment signal a shift from warnings to readiness as Washington prepares for potential escalation with Iran
Brian Racer
18.01.26 | 23:21
“We consider the US president a criminal,” Iran’s supreme leader says, as Trump responds: “It’s time to look for new leadership in Iran”
Brian Racer
18.01.26 | 08:28
New reporting from U.S. outlets suggest overlapping pressures shaped Washington’s restraint, even as officials insist no final decision has been made
Brian Racer
15.01.26 | 21:34
U.S. president welcomes signs of restraint after Iranian protester spared execution, as diplomacy and security indicators point to de-escalation that remains fragile
Brian Racer
15.01.26 | 17:44
As the U.S. president voices uncertainty about Iran’s opposition leadership, Reza Pahlavi calls for recognizing Israel and ending Tehran’s nuclear program
Brian Racer
15.01.26 | 11:17