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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told a government Rosh Hashanah toast that the Iranian regime is near collapse and its fall would change the Middle East, claiming Israel and the United States have removed existential threats from above and that Israel will defend itself and strike enemies if Iran miscalculates, praising the IDF and security services for ongoing operations.
Two Romford residents were arrested in London on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at the Golders Green Eternal Wall memorial for Iranian protesters; the memorial was undamaged, and the investigation links to a wider wave of anti-dissident attacks in the capital, with counter-terrorism police urging vigilance.
The U.S. State Department revoked the lawful permanent resident status of three Iranian nationals—Seyed Eissa Hashemi and his wife and son—citing ties to Iran’s government; Hashemi had obtained residency in 2016 via the Diversity Visa program, which the Trump administration later ended, and the moves reflect a broader effort to revoke green cards from people linked to anti-American regimes, with other related cases reported in recent weeks.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has surged to effectively control Iran’s state and its war effort as the Supreme Leader remains unseen and key advisers are dead or replaced. A decentralized network of institutions now shields the regime from decapitation, signaling a shift where the IRGC has moved from military force to governing power in a conflict-ridden Iran.
The Israeli Air Force carried out its 13th wave of strikes in Iran, hitting more than 200 targets including ballistic missile launchers and regime infrastructure as part of Operation Roaring Lion. Israel says the campaign aims to reduce missile launches toward Israel, and footage from strike sites reportedly shows the elimination of several Iranian operatives. Tehran evacuation warnings were issued in some areas; the ongoing conflict has involved attacks on health facilities, with reports of casualties and a rising Iranian death toll.
A suspected high-ranking Iranian official living in Canada appeared at a deportation hearing held behind closed doors after he asked for reporters to be barred; Canadian authorities say they have identified 26 Iranian regime officials in Canada and canceled 236 visas, but only one deportation has occurred amid confidentiality surrounding most remaining cases.
A UK parliamentary report warns of a rising and unpredictable threat from Iran, highlighting increased physical threats against opponents and UK interests, concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities, and calls for enhanced long-term security measures, including potential sanctions and proscription of Iran's IRGC. The report emphasizes the need for a better-resourced response to Iran's diverse threats, amidst ongoing tensions and regional conflicts.
Following Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran's military and nuclear facilities, the Iranian regime has strengthened internal cohesion and resilience, preparing for prolonged conflict and rebuilding its regional proxy network, while remaining skeptical of diplomacy and committed to nuclear ambiguity, indicating ongoing instability in the Middle East.
The article discusses the ongoing tensions between the US, Iran, and Israel, highlighting upcoming nuclear negotiations, Iran's refusal to halt uranium enrichment, internal regime factions vying for influence, recent Israeli airstrikes damaging Iranian nuclear facilities, and Iran's efforts to develop defense ties with Belarus amid the conflict.
The article discusses the aftermath of the Iran-Israel war, highlighting US and Israeli strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, which caused significant but not total destruction, and Iran's subsequent political and military responses, including increased security measures, potential withdrawal from international treaties, and efforts to rebuild its nuclear program amid regional tensions.
Iran's perceived invincibility was shattered after Israel's surprise attack inside Iran, killing military leaders and scientists, which has led to increased paranoia, repression, and a potential shift towards more hardline policies domestically and in foreign relations. The conflict has also exposed internal divisions and raised questions about the future leadership and stability of Iran.
The Israeli Defense Forces launched significant airstrikes targeting regime infrastructure in Tehran, including the Basij militia headquarters, Evin Prison, and the 'Destruction of Israel' clock in Palestine Square, in response to Iranian aggression, with plans to continue until their objectives are met.
Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof, who faces an eight-year prison sentence in Iran for his critical films, made a daring appearance at the Cannes Film Festival to debut his latest thriller, "The Seeds of the Sacred Fig," which reflects the oppressive conditions in his home country.