New US attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, says NATO chief
"When you have a ceasefire and Iran is basically violating the ceasefire, I think it is totally crucial that the US forcefully react," said NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
Middle East
Former Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's coffin arrives in Iraqi city of Najaf for processions
Should Israel be concerned about Egypt’s massive new ‘Octagon’ military command headquarters?
US strikes Iran's defense systems, launch sites after several ships attacked in Hormuz
US strikes southern Iran in response to Iranian attacks in Strait of Hormuz
A US official told Reuters that the strikes targeted Iranian air defense systems, coastal surveillance, surface-to-air missiles, anti-ship cruise missiles, and drone launch sites.
US revoking license that authorized Iranian oil sales, official says
A source with knowledge of the attacks told The Jerusalem Post that Iran was responsible for launching at least five drones and missiles at three ships in the strait over the past day.
High Court weighs petition over Hamas-linked Gazan doctors in Israeli custody
Israel’s detention of Gazan medical officials, including Abu Safiya, has become a legal and security challenge as pressure grows to either charge or release detainees.
Iran’s Hormuz escalation tests Gulf states, US resolve - analysis
Iran appears to be testing Gulf states and the US with renewed maritime pressure in the Strait of Hormuz, risking wider regional instability.
Israel’s Syria border dilemma: When activism undermines security policy - analysis
The repeated entry of Israeli activists into Syria highlights a legal and security dilemma as authorities struggle to deter violations of the buffer zone.
Energy minister touts oil pipeline to bypass Strait of Hormuz
Israel already has existing infrastructure with a pipeline between Eilat and Ashkelon, but infrastructure would be needed to connect Arab countries if they were willing.
Iran executes more than 100 people in June alone, human rights group claims
Iran’s execution toll has reached at least 370 this year, with more than 100 killings reported in June alone, according to a Iranian human rights watchdog.
Two ships attacked in Hormuz following reported Iranian missile strike on Qatari tanker
Both ships sustained structural damage, according to UKMTO, though no casualties or environmental impact were reported in either case.
Macron says France ready to help rebuild Syria following bombs, explosions near his hotel
"We want to continue working on the restructuring of the banking sector," Macron said at a news conference alongside Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
Iran inviting Western influencers to Khamenei's funeral is a sign of weakness, expert says
“The best path is the one that is now taking shape: making use of bloggers, influencers, and citizen media, who can communicate an accurate and authentic image of Iran."
