"This decision is based on recent intelligence that suggests hosting a public ceremony poses a substantial risk to public safety," the press release said.

The major carrier cancels all flights to Israel until June 1.

The shipment was supposed to consist of 1,800 2,000-pound (900-kilogram) bombs and 1,700 500-pound (225-kilogram) bombs, according to the official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the sensitive matter, with the focus of US concern being the larger explosives and how they could be used in a dense urban setting.

Qatar (hence, Iran) is winning this war by acquiring a status of international king-maker – playing both sides, with strong intelligence and counter-intelligence operations, an aggressive communication campaign executed by Al-Jazeera (a branch of Qatari intel) and holding a firm grasp on Antonio Guterres’ UN.