There have always been "America First" forces within the US, and even within the Pentagon, who opposed American intervention in Iran, and are angry at Israel for its role in starting the war.
Two IDF soldiers killed, four wounded over weekend in Lebanon • US downs Iranian drones in Hormuz • Pentagon reportedly raises Israel's espionage threat level to 'critical'
Coverage across the Middle East reveals sharp divides over Iran’s nuclear program, the Hormuz crisis, President Trump’s diplomacy, and who bears responsibility for the widening confrontation.
Trump says Iran military 'totally destroyed' • Two IDF officers severely wounded in Lebanon • Missiles launched towards Kuwait, Bahrain
Israeli defense officials believe Tehran is using Washington’s reluctance to resume military action to improve its negotiating position.
Rezaei framed the demand for the release of $24 billion in Iranian assets as a "test of trust" for Trump, warning that the Islamic Republic would expand the war if hostilities resume.
The exchange comes amid heightened tensions over maritime security around Iran.
Israel to continue Lebanon operations • Trump does not 'need deal' to reach Iran's uranium, he says • Netanyahu backs GOP plan to phase out US military aid to Israel
The Wall Street Journal reported in March that Iran launched two ballistic missiles toward the joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia, located roughly 4,000 km from Iran.
Iran’s Quds Force chief Esmail Qaani demanded Israel withdraw from Lebanon, warning that supporting Hezbollah is a duty and stressing the region’s ongoing tensions.
Iran’s Supreme Leader says Israel is trying to divide the country after a military setback, urging citizens to counter fear, mistrust, and despair with unity and vigilance.
