Iran's deteriorating economic situation is undoubtedly one of the reasons for Iranian capitulation in agreeing to negotiations with the US, alongside the belief in Iran that it will be possible to buy time through negotiations and possibly reach an agreement that will save both the regime and the economy.

A Western source told the Saudi Al Arabiya network that the smuggling operations are being carried out by Units 190 and 700 of Iran’s Quds Force. According to the report, two Quds Force commanders are overseeing the weapons smuggling.

Irmgard Furchner served in her youth as a secretary at the Stutthof concentration and extermination camp and was charged about two years ago with assisting in the murder of more than 11,000 Jewish prisoners at the camp.

Senior Israeli officials are downplaying the surprise, saying “we knew a development was possible,” as Trump had consistently expressed a desire to negotiate. Officials are convinced that Iran’s willingness to enter direct talks with Trump is a direct result of US threats.

The survey, conducted among 511 citizens from all sectors of Israeli society, indicates a consensus against the establishment of a Palestinian state.