Three Iranian sources told the New York Times that Mojtaba Khamenei suffered leg injuries on the first day of the joint Israeli-American attack that killed his father; the Iranian president's son pushed back, saying he'd confirmed Mojtaba is safe.
Officials cite growing divergence on war aims, oil-price risks, and political fallout as key concerns driving Washington's unease.
US intelligence officials estimate that dozens of naval mines have already been placed along the strategic shipping route, according to the assessments. They believe Tehran possesses between 2,000 and 6,000 naval mines and has the capability to deploy hundreds more quickly. In Washington, officials are warning that the move could threaten freedom of navigation in the waterway, through which a significant share of global oil traffic passes.
The head of Iran's National Security Council warns the US president to "watch yourself – or you'll be eliminated"; Hegseth calls Tuesday the most intense day of strikes inside Iran.
Iranian foreign minister says talks with US are off the table, citing "very bitter experience."
Diplomatic sources in Washington and the Gulf warn that Iran's escalating attacks on regional energy facilities reflect a leadership convinced it has nothing left to lose.
Turkey's defense ministry confirmed the interception and warned of further action; the US evacuated its consulate in Adana amid the fighting with Iran.
The men, both in their 40s, died from shrapnel wounds; a third victim remains in critical condition, and three others were wounded at a nearby scene.
A Gulf Arab diplomat tells Israel Hayom that Iran’s attack on Gulf states is concrete proof the regime in Tehran is nearing its end: “Why would GCC states want the war to end before defeating a regime that fired hundreds of missiles at them at the first opportunity?”
Senior Emirati official tells Israel Hayom that false Israeli leaks are damaging regional cooperation and bilateral relations.
