Behind the impression of firm American resolve, it is becoming clear that in the secret talks held in Oman, Iran initially managed to bend the agenda to its advantage. What concessions are being weighed behind the scenes, who actually defused the crisis, and is the regime heading toward a dangerous internal confrontation?
According to the New York Times, ballistic missiles and support for terrorist organizations will also be on the table in Oman. Tehran presented its own demand, fearing Trump would stage a “show.”
The prime minister made the remarks during a closed-door discussion of the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee. “We have a relationship with them, but this needs to be monitored,” he said.
Arab diplomatic sources estimate that alongside talks with the US, Iran is preparing to “boost its readiness for war” should fighting break out. Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s senior adviser, Ali Larijani, is expected to see his powers expanded, alongside a series of appointments of new commanders from the hardline camp.
Families petition Netanyahu to block Bashar al-Masri's construction project near Old City. The Palestinian-American billionaire faces $200 million lawsuit in US over alleged Hamas financing and use of his Gaza properties.
