Trump says US could end Iran war in two to three weeks
Trump told reporters that a deal with Iran was not necessary, stating that without a deal, the US could put Iran "into the stone ages," unable to acquire a nuclear weapon. "Then we'll leave."
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China, Pakistan call for Iran peace talks, normal navigation in Strait of Hormuz
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens US companies across Middle East
The 18 companies listed in the IRGC's threat included Microsoft, Google, Apple, Intel, IBM, Tesla, and Boeing.
Netanyahu: Israel causing 'billions of dollars' of damage to Iranian infrastructure, scaring regime
Netanyahu also addressed the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, adding that the US can “handle this by force. They can be bypassed by diverting the energy pipelines from Iran to Israel via Saudi Arabia.
Foreign journalist holding US passport kidnapped in Baghdad by unknown parties, police say
One suspect had been arrested, the ministry said, adding that efforts were ongoing to free the journalist.
Would a US invasion of Hormuz, Kharg Island take weeks or months? - analysis
A ground invasion could also take more troops, which would explain the delay in any invasion, even after the first round of troops were likely in position around a week ago.
Trump says Iran uranium stockpile deeply buried, Hegseth emphasizes US will 'negotiate with bombs'
Iran has yet to respond to the president’s 15-point proposal, according to two sources familiar with the details who spoke to The Jerusalem Post.
Supreme Leader Khamenei in Iran but avoiding public appearances, Russian envoy says
Khamenei replaced his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed when Israel and the United States launched their war on Iran more than a month ago.
Turkey’s intel chief lays out country’s vision for Middle East, world - analysis
In the Middle East, Turkey seeks to play a key role if and when the Iran conflict winds down. Ankara will seek to grow its influence as Iran’s influence declines.
Iran steps up executions as experts warn state killing being used to suppress political dissent
Two of those executed on Monday were killed without advance notice, denying them the chance to meet with their lawyers or say goodbye to their families, according to Amnesty International.
Jordan seeks calm as Iran war rattles the region - analysis
Jordan had said it “strongly condemned today the Iranian attack on its territory involving ballistic missiles" when the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran.
Iran pushes Houthis toward Red Sea attacks as Israel keeps restrictions unchanged
The Houthis' further actions could depend on whether or not the United States escalates its own strikes against the Iranian regime as a part of Operation Epic Fury.
