Iran

Peru has announced it is severing diplomatic relations with Iran. Officials in Lima accuse Tehran of escalating conflicts in the Middle East, disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and obstructing oversight by the International Atomic Energy Agency.

The IDF is preparing for the possibility that Iran may attempt a surprise attack on Israel, strengthening its defensive and early-warning capabilities. At the same time, scenarios are taking shape for an independent Israeli response or a joint operation with the United States.

A Financial Times investigation reveals a covert program launched in 2023, in which Russian engineers and companies have been helping Iran develop an engine for deadly supersonic cruise missiles.

The U.S. military struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in southern Iran in response to Iranian activity in the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on American forces. Tehran responded by launching missiles and drones at U.S. bases across the region.

U.S. Central Command says it has begun striking Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets near the Strait of Hormuz, following Iranian missile launches at American targets in the region. The U.S. Embassy in Israel issued a warning, while interceptions over Jordan were seen from Eilat.

In a meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow will continue its trade relationship with Tehran, regardless of Washington's sanctions threats.

President Donald Trump ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran, saying its military capabilities have been badly damaged. Still, he made clear that U.S. operations could continue: “We’re hitting them relentlessly.”

President Donald Trump addressed Iran’s overnight attack targeting a U.S. base in Jordan, stressing: “There will be a response.” Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said: “The United States did not fulfill its commitments under the agreement.”

President Donald Trump said the blockade and economic pressure have severely damaged Iran. He warned that nuclear weapons in Tehran’s hands could lead to the disappearance of Israel and the entire Middle East.

The U.S. struck Revolutionary Guard missile launchers on Larak Island, its first attack on Iranian territory since July. Iran responded by firing missiles toward bases in Jordan and said it also targeted the United Arab Emirates with drones.

Two minors from Kiryat Motzkin are accused of completing paid assignments for a foreign agent linked to Iran, including photographing malls and spraying graffiti. One allegedly posed as a soldier in Unit 8200 in an effort to obtain more assignments.

Jerusalem honored Dadi Barnea with an award on behalf of the City Council and the capital’s residents. In his remarks, the outgoing Mossad chief addressed the campaign against Iran, welcomed the sanctions imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, and stressed: “They are only another step.”

Iran says it has reached an agreement with Oman to share revenue from transit through the Strait of Hormuz as part of talks to regulate shipping. It also said the waterway will not reopen unless the U.S. accepts its conditions.

Iran and Oman are continuing talks on regulating shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as Tehran’s economic crisis deepens. Washington says the new economic campaign is already showing results: “The pressure is working.”

President Donald Trump said the mines in the Strait of Hormuz have been removed and warned Iran against laying new ones. At the same time, Washington is preparing to return diplomats to embassies across the region.

According to U.S. reports, the American administration has begun preparing to return diplomats to embassies across the Middle East. Staff were evacuated during the confrontation with Iran. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump posted: "Iran continues to kill protesters."

A Wall Street Journal report criticized President Donald Trump, saying he went to war with Iran despite intelligence and military warnings of serious consequences. The White House says the military campaign significantly damaged Iran’s capabilities.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that Iran attempted to murder one of his sons, information that had been barred from publication for months. His comments came amid Iranian threats directed at the family of U.S. President Donald Trump as well.

The Trump administration is ramping up economic pressure on Tehran, imposing restrictions on companies, individuals, and vessels tied to Iran. Countries involved in the identified activities will be given time to stop. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned: "No one is immune."

Israeli security officials have identified an increase in weapons smuggling from Iran into Lebanon. A security source said, "Hezbollah is using the ceasefire to build up its strength."