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Iran may be more prepared than in the last round, but now it faces two militaries - analysis

Unlike the previous round, the Iranian regime appears to have been better prepared for the current confrontation, and its response capabilities may have improved since the 12-day campaign.

US and Israeli military, open war against Iran
US President Donald Trump pumps his fist after disembarking Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, US, February 27, 2026

'Help is on the way': Trump confirms US operation in Iran, calls for Iranians to 'take over gov't'

An anti-US mural on a building in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026

Israel targets Supreme Leader Khamenei, Pezeshkian in Iran strikes, results unclear

An Iranian flag flutters, after Israel and the U.S. launched strikes on Iran, in Tehran, Iran, February 28, 2026.

Senior IRGC, regime officials killed in Israel-US strikes on Iran, source says


Knesset marks 250 years of US independence with praise for Israel-US alliance, warnings for future

As President Donald Trump is praised, speakers caution that rising antisemitism and generational shifts test the alliance’s future.

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar speaks at the Knesset on Feb. 25, 2026.

Why trusting physics, not politics, once kept Iran in check - opinion

We backed the Iran nuclear deal not out of trust in Tehran but trust in physics. A decade later, Iran’s program is stronger, and the cost of abandoning diplomacy is clear.

People protest against the nuclear deal reached with Iran before U.S. Vice President Joe Biden meets with Jewish community leaders at the David Posnack Jewish Community Center to discuss the deal on Sept. 3, 2015 in Davie, Florida.

Israel weighs Iran response scenarios as US pressure mounts - analysis

Israel is closely monitoring US military deployments as uncertainty grows over Iran’s next move and the possibility of a broader regional showdown.

 A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)

JD Vance praises Tucker Carlson-Mike Huckabee interview as ‘a really good conversation’

Vice President JD Vance praised Tucker Carlson’s interview with Mike Huckabee, declining to criticize Carlson despite antisemitism allegations and rising concern among Jewish conservatives.

US Vice President JD Vance steps off Air Force Two at Central Wisconsin Airport on Feb. 26, 2026 in Mosinee, Wisconsin.

Huckabee tells US Embassy staff in Israel to leave today amid Iran strike fears

Multiple countries have urged nationals in Israel to exercise extreme caution, including China, France, and Italy, while others urged citizens to leave Iran, including the UK, Canada, and Australia

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attends the lobby for Israel–United States relations at the Knesset, Israel's Parliament in Jerusalem, February 25, 2026.

Jewish family’s toy company challenged Trump’s tariffs, the Supreme Court agreed

For Stephen Woldenberg, the decision to challenge US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs was rooted in a moral obligation shaped by his family’s Jewish values.

From left, Ben Woldenberg, Stephen Woldenberg, Elana Woldenberg Ruffman, Nadine Woldenberg and Rick Woldenberg pose in front of the Supreme Court building in Washington, DC

Trump's claim Iran may 'soon' have missiles that could reach US not backed by intelligence - source

In his State of the Union address, US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran was “working on missiles that will soon reach” the United States.

People gather near a missile on display during the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran February 11, 2026

Iran does not want a lasting deal but time to rebuild its capabilities and strength - editorial

Iranian officials couched their proposal in maximalist terms - not the language of a party intent on genuine breakthrough agreements but one of a regime intent on extracting breathing room.

In this handout photo released by the Iran's Foreign Ministry on February 26, 2026, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (L) speaks with Oman's Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi during their meeting in Geneva.

Pentagon shoots down government drone in Texas accident, congressional aides say

Congressional aides told Reuters the Pentagon was believed to have used the high-energy laser system to shoot down the Customs and Border Protection drone near the Mexican border.

 The Pentagon logo is seen behind the podium in the briefing room at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, US, January 8, 2020.

Iran's top targets in retaliatory strikes likely to include key Israeli infrastructure, US bases

Iran and its proxies may attempt direct military action, and mobilize terror attacks or sabotage activity within Israel in retaliation for US strikes, the Alma Research and Education Center analyzed.

A man walks past a mural depicting a damaged Statue of Liberty, on a street in Tehran, Iran, February 26, 2026.