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As Israel inches closer to elections, will the region see a silver lining, or concern? - analysis

BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:17:51 GMT

Countries across the region will closely watch which parties are on the rise in Jerusalem over the next few months.

Israeli source disputes report of Trump insulting, yelling at Netanyahu in call on Lebanon strike

BY IDAN KWELLER AND DANYA SAPERSTEIN — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:38:51 GMT

The source said the disagreement focused on public messaging after the call, as Washington sought to prevent escalation in Lebanon amid US-Iran negotiations.

US pushing Oman to break ties with Iran, sees neutrality as threat - report

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:12:22 GMT

The report comes less than a week after US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it joined Iran's planned tolling of the Strait of Hormuz.

Khamenei is increasingly engaged in Iranian gov., Tehran still has drone arsenal, Rubio says

BY REUTERS — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:07:59 GMT

Rubio added that the Trump administration has not offered Iran sanctions relief in exchange for opening the Strait of Hormuz, with any relief being conditional on nuclear agreements.

Hezbollah likely obtained drones capable of attacking deep into n. Israel, defense officials fear

BY AMIR BOHBOT — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:34:42 GMT

According to defense officials, the introduction of this capability would pose a significant threat to the entire north, specifically exposing strategic infrastructure and other sensitive sites.

Iran signals 'strategic desperation,' as regime attacks it own economic lifeline in UAE - interview

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:44:00 GMT

Beyond its role as a major trading partner, the UAE serves as one of Iran’s principal sanctions-evasion hubs.

Iran military sites 'completely hidden,' can sustain production, senior IRGC general boasts

BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:27:28 GMT

A senior Iranian commander said sites that produce military equipment are "completely hidden from the enemy's view," signaling to the US and Israel that Iran is still managing to produce weapons.

UN Secretary-General Guterres proposes new force to replace Lebanon's UNIFIL

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:53:01 GMT

Guterres' proposal outlines three possible models for a new force, and would likely comprise hundreds or thousands of troops to ensure the Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire stays in place.

'We are in a war,' alleged Iran-backed militant exclaims in US court

BY REUTERS — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:11:53 GMT

US prosecutors say Iraqi national Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi helped plan approximately 18 attacks in Europe in recent months.

Cargo vessel struck by drone attack in Gulf, Iraqi officials say

BY REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:28:06 GMT

Two explosions struck a cargo vessel near Iraq’s Umm Qasr, with officials saying one was caused by a drone attack.

Iran deal on nukes, missiles, Hormuz, and terror cash: A guide for the perplexed - analysis

BY YONAH JEREMY BOB — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:17:47 GMT

For Israel to properly understand its security needs and future risks, it is also important to come to a dispassionate and apolitical evaluation of the major issues involved in the US-Iran deal.

Trump declares Lebanon ceasefire, calls off IDF strike on Beirut after phone call with Netanyahu

BY TZVI JASPER AND IDAN KWELLER — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:15:46 GMT

After the call, Netanyahu said that he had told Trump that "if Hezbollah doesn't stop attacking our towns and citizens - Israel will attack terror targets in Beirut."

Conflicting Trump, Tehran statements leave US-Iran talks status unclear

BY REUTERS AND JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:34:25 GMT

"Talks are continuing, at a rapid pace, with the Islamic Republic of Iran," Trump said in a Truth Social post.

Iran pushes limited deal with US to buy time amid economic pressure

BY REUTERS — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:13:44 GMT

Iran is seeking a limited interim deal with the US to ease economic pressure while avoiding major nuclear concessions.

Iran freezes talks with US over Israeli military action in Lebanon, IRGC-affiliated outlet claims

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:35:43 GMT

Iran also threatened to completely block the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that there would be no talks until its demands on the cessation of Israel's operations in both Lebanon and Gaza were met.

Iran executes two men over January mosque arson amid trial outcry

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:54:02 GMT

Mehrdad Mohammadinia and Ashkan Maleki had allegedly been part of a group of demonstrators who targeted the Jafari Mosque in Tehran's Gisha neighborhood.

Several figures emerge as next leaders of Hamas in Gaza, but who will end up leading? - analysis

BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:29:29 GMT

Although Hamas only controls half of Gaza, it still runs the lives of 2 million civilians and seeks out new leadership amid targeted eliminations by the IDF.

Iran relentlessly targets Kurdish opposition in northern Iraq despite regional ceasefire - analysis

BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:54:14 GMT

The attacks illustrate how Iran is seeking to keep up the pressure on Kurdish opposition groups. Many of these groups have forces and bases in the Kurdistan Region of northern Iraq.

Burial prices in Iran skyrocket by up to 50% after Tehran council approves new tariff - report

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:49:50 GMT

For a 10 km journey, families will now need to pay 9.75 million rials, not including the costs of ritual washing, the shroud, cold storage before burial, and gravestone installation.

Amnesty International warns Islamic regime using ‘wartime conditions’ to intensify repression

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:31:42 GMT

The report comes only a week after the Islamic Republic seemingly ended its internet blackout after an almost three-month cut off, though human rights organizations warned that restrictions remain.

US strikes Iranian targets along Strait of Hormuz as Kuwait defends against drones, missiles

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:57:17 GMT

According to CENTCOM, the attacks were in response to Iran's downing of an American MQ-1 Reaper drone.

Trump, Sharaa hold phone call, discuss lifting sanctions, importance of 'prioritizing diplomacy'

BY TZVI JASPER AND REUTERS — Sun, 31 May 2026 22:48:25 GMT

During the call, Sharaa said lifting the remaining US sanctions on Syria was an essential step toward reviving the Syrian economy and attracting investment, the statement said.

Iran's Pezeshkian said to offer resignation to Khamenei over growing IRGC influence - report

BY TZVI JASPER — Sun, 31 May 2026 21:16:36 GMT

An anonymous official told Iran International that the letter had called out the fact that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had effectively taken over large portions of the government.

Mojtaba Khamenei has yet to respond to latest US proposals, MoU, sources tell 'Post'

BY AMICHAI STEIN — Sun, 31 May 2026 19:35:25 GMT

The latest proposal sent by the United States, which was shared with the Israeli sources, reflects a tougher stance by US President Trump on both the Strait of Hormuz and the nuclear program.

Regime hardliner's controversial Telegram post sparks censure, warnings from Islamic Republic

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Sun, 31 May 2026 18:33:29 GMT

Rasaei later denied that his message was intended as a critique of the ayatollah, claiming he was among the first to endorse Khamenei after his father was killed.

Iran clears bombed tunnels, restores missile operations paused by US-Israeli strikes - report

BY TZVI JASPER — Sun, 31 May 2026 18:11:41 GMT

According to CNN, Iran used simple equipment such as bulldozers and dump trucks to clear roads and tunnel entrances which had been destroyed by the bombing.

Turkey eyes post-Iran Middle East as regional order shifts - analysis

BY SETH J. FRANTZMAN — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:15:07 GMT

It’s not clear whether Ankara is posing as a neutral power or seeking to portray itself as similar to most European and NATO powers that also remained outside the war.

Islamic regime shuts down cafe in Tehran following accusations of 'promoting satanic activities'

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:09:41 GMT

The cafe was said to have allowed events featuring Western-style music that “provided a setting for abnormal behaviors,” the semi-state official Fars news agency reported.

Islamic regime seizes properties of more than 100 civilians accused of ‘supporting the enemy'

BY DANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD — Sun, 31 May 2026 15:49:34 GMT

Properties, vehicles, and financial assets were all confiscated as part of what authorities described as a crackdown on individuals deemed to be acting against the regime.

Tom Barrack leaves Syria envoy role after steering post-Assad outreach

BY THE MEDIA LINE STAFF — Sun, 31 May 2026 14:07:48 GMT

A Lebanese-American real estate billionaire and longtime ally of US President Donald Trump, Barrack chaired Trump’s 2017 inauguration committee before taking on diplomatic responsibilities.