Iran may be capable of producing industrial-grade bombs in 'probably a week,' Witkoff says
Witkoff restated Trump's previous commitment to "zero enrichment" by Tehran in any future deal. "There have been some very hard red lines drawn," he said.
Middle East
Islamic State begins new phase of operations against Syrian regime with two terror attacks
Voices from the Arab press: Turkey’s strategic bet on energy
Trump's Mar-a-Lago could be targeted if US attacks Iran, says Iranian MP - report
Board of Peace faces uphill battle, with funding, Hamas disarmament being key issues - analysis
The BoP will face an uphill battle to achieve its goals. And if Hamas doesn’t agree to "play ball," the whole endeavor will find it difficult to find the wings to even get it off the ground.
Trump's options on Iran: US weighs 'token' Iran enrichment in narrow nuclear compromise - report
The potential concession would test the limits of longstanding US demands that Iran’s nuclear program not leave any possible path to a bomb.
Syria might close Roj Camp, last site holding ISIS-linked families, soon, officials say
The report comes after other reports have claimed that some 15,000 people left another large camp called Al-Hol. These are some of the 50,000 families of ISIS fighters who surrendered back in 2019.
Houthi mobilize troops in Yemen with unclear target, as possible strike on Iran looms in - report
According to the report, the Houthis have mobilized on various fronts within Yemen, in what may be an attempt to “ignite a new round of war.”
Hezbollah now managed by IRGC officers as it prepares for US, Israeli strike - report
In anticipation of a possible Israeli or US strike, Hezbollah has significantly intensified its military and security preparations under the close supervision of IRGC personnel.
Iran's Pezeshkian says republic won’t bow to external demands as domestic unrest resurfaces
Tehran's crackdown on protesters and minority groups has intensified as the regime faces mounting pressure both domestically and internationally.
Gazans call for force independent of political factions, claim it 'won't succeed without Israel'
The force is expected to consist of thousands of Palestinian officers who will be trained in Egypt and Jordan, before being deployed in the Gaza Strip, with the task of maintaining order.
US moves dozens of F-35, F-15 fighter jets to Jordanian airbase - report
More than 60 jets were pictured parked on the Muwaffaq Salti base in central Jordan, which is three times more than the usual number of US attack aircraft present on the base.
Pentagon moves troops at Qatar Al Udeid, Middle East bases amid tensions with Iran - NYT
The New York Times reported that the Pentagon has been moving troops from several bases amid a possible escalation with Iran, including those in Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE, among others.
Crowning in Munich: 'Global Day of Rage' is Reza Pahlavi's unofficial coronation for Iranians
MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: Munich alone saw 250,000 attendees, with one attendee stating, “We had all come for our beloved Prince Reza Pahlavi, and for the people inside Iran."
