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Sources tell the Washington Post that the PM signals more limited strike in call with POTUS. The apparent moderation in Netanyahu's stance has reportedly influenced Biden's decision to deploy a powerful missile defense system to Israel.
Esmail Ghaani seen at Tehran airport following rumors of his demise.
Iranian intelligence recruited Israeli citizens to carry out acts of sabotage and disruption, including through political violence. Identity of would-be target not revealed.
Esmail Ghaani, an Iranian brigadier general and commander of the Quds Force, is under investigation on suspicion of maintaining intelligence ties with Israel, leading to his interrogation today in Tehran. During questioning, Ghaani experienced stress that ultimately resulted in a heart attack. Ghaani's chief of staff is also suspected of establishing ties with Israel.
While Assad attempts to distance Hezbollah from the Golan Heights border, the Houthis threaten to escalate the maritime conflict with Israel. Meanwhile, militias in Iraq are revealing new drones and gearing up to attack.
"I'm not going to talk about hypotheticals at this moment," the Democratic nominee tells the CBS interviewer when asked whether she would support Israeli action to take out nuclear installations if Iran marches toward the bomb.
The Israeli Air Force recently conducted drills over the Mediterranean Sea, simulating "long-range flight, aerial refueling and striking distant targets." These exercises serve to intimidate Iran and signal to the Biden administration that Israel is prepared to act unilaterally if necessary.
Regarding Iran's recent missile attack on Israel on Tuesday, Herzog described it as "extremely unpleasant" but refrained from providing details on potential retaliation. He emphasized ongoing dialogue with the United States on strategic and operational considerations.
Analysts fear Tehran may accelerate nuclear ambitions after Israel manages to weaken Iran’s “Axis of Resistance.”
"Don't let a small group of fanatic theocrats crush your hopes and your dreams. I know you don’t support the rapists and murderers of Hamas and Hezbollah, but your leaders do," said Netanyahu.