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world1 day ago•8 min saved

Netanyahu’s Push Risks Fraying a Fragile Iran Ceasefire

A Trump-brokered ceasefire with Iran is unraveling as Netanyahu presses to advance his own political and strategic goals, with Israeli strikes expanding into Lebanon in violation of the deal and Iran threatening to block the Strait of Hormuz if the ceasefire is breached. Talks for a longer-term settlement in Islamabad are in jeopardy, and Netanyahu’s domestic calculus—harmed by potential corruption charges—suggests he may sabotage diplomacy to bolster his position. The result could undermine U.S.–Iran diplomacy and destabilize the region if Israel refuses to accept a durable accord.

via The Intercept|

#ceasefire #diplomacy #iran

world1 day ago•3 min saved

Netanyahu pushes direct Lebanon talks amid European backlash over strikes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will begin direct peace talks with Lebanon as soon as possible to disarm Hezbollah and establish peaceful relations, in response to international pressure from Europe to halt attacks. The Lebanon war toll rose to about 1,888 dead with 303 killed in the latest update. Netanyahu stressed there is no Lebanon ceasefire and Israel will continue its strikes until Lebanon’s security is restored, while talks reportedly could be led by Israel’s U.S. ambassador; Pakistan is mediating and some European capitals welcomed the prospect of talks.

via politico.eu|

#diplomacy #europe #hezbollah

world12 days ago•14 min saved

Israel approves budget, locking in Netanyahu’s continued premiership

Israel's parliament passed the annual budget, enabling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remain in office and ensuring political continuity as Netanyahu frames the move as stability.

via AP News|

#budget #government #israel

defense-news15 days ago•7 min saved

IDF escalates strikes as US-Iran ceasefire talks loom

The IDF is widening its strikes on Iran amid reports that US-Iran ceasefire talks could pause ongoing operations Roaring Lion and Epic Fury. Netanyahu reportedly ordered that as much of Iran's arms industry as possible be destroyed over the next 48 hours, per sources cited by The New York Times. The move follows a reported US 15-point plan to end the war, including limits on Iran's nuclear capabilities and its proxies. Israeli officials say a US-Iran agreement is unlikely, though Trump could surprise with a ceasefire; Israel says it will safeguard its vital interests if peace talks proceed.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#defense-news #iran #israel

politics-and-policy16 days ago•3 min saved

Trump rebuffs Netanyahu's Iran uprising plan, cites risk of a massacre

Trump told Netanyahu that calling Iranians to protest would be too risky and could trigger a massacre, while U.S. officials say regime change is a “bonus” rather than the main goal. Netanyahu pressed for conditions to spark a popular uprising, but turnout during the Festival of Fire was limited, and both sides are weighing escalation options against a potential diplomatic path.

via Axios|

#iran #netanyahu #politics-and-policy

world18 days ago•21 min saved

Netanyahu’s push helped secure Trump’s approval for Iran strike targeting Khamenei

Reuters reports that Trump, already leaning toward action, approved a US-Israeli strike after Netanyahu pressed to kill Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei; the operation, Epic Fury, began Feb 28 and killed Khamenei, fueling Iranian counterstrikes and a regional escalation. Officials warned of heavy civilian and military costs, while the CIA reportedly doubted that killing Khamenei would trigger regime change.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#iran #khamenei #netanyahu

world18 days ago•2 min saved

Secret Mossad plan to spark Iran uprising, NYT reports

The New York Times reports Mossad proposed a plan to ignite mass protests to topple Iran’s government, pitched to Netanyahu and later discussed with Trump; U.S. and Israeli officials doubted the feasibility of an uprising, and the campaign did not materialize according to intelligence assessments.

via Middle East Eye|

#iran #mossad #netanyahu

world18 days ago•7 min saved

Netanyahu’s push helped spur Trump to order Iran strike, sources say

Less than 48 hours before a U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran, Netanyahu pressed Trump, arguing a window to kill Supreme Leader Khamenei could close soon; Trump approved the operation, which began Feb. 28 with Khamenei killed, triggering Iranian retaliation and regional fallout. Reuters notes Netanyahu didn’t force the decision, though his framing was influential, while the CIA had predicted regime change was unlikely. The conflict has produced casualties and wider disruption in the region.

via The Detroit News|

#iran #khamenei #military-strike

world18 days ago•9 min saved

Israeli push helped steer Trump toward Iran strike, insiders say

Reuters reports that Trump approved a strike on Iran after Netanyahu pressed for killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, arguing it offered a rare window to act; intelligence signaled urgency, and the operation began Feb. 28 with Khamenei reportedly killed, triggering Iranian retaliation and shaping ongoing U.S.-Israel coordination. Rubio had previously warned lawmakers that Israel would likely attack Iran, drawing the U.S. into the clash.

via Reuters|

#iran #khamenei #military-strike

world19 days ago•9 min saved

Netanyahu Appeals for Prayers as Iranian Missiles Break Through Iron Dome

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu posted prayers for the injured after Iranian missiles penetrated Israel's Iron Dome and struck the towns of Dimona and Arad, injuring dozens including children. He pledged full government support and urged residents to follow Home Front Command guidance as emergency crews work. Officials frame the strikes as retaliation for U.S. action against Iran’s Natanz facility, though the IAEA says Natanz was not damaged.

via Mediaite|

#dimona #iran #iron-dome

world20 days ago•16 min saved

Iran, Hezbollah Could Tilt Netanyahu’s Election Prospects

As Israel heads to elections, Netanyahu’s campaign could be shaped by actions from Iran and Lebanon's Hezbollah, with rising regional tensions and proxy threats influencing voter sentiment and campaign dynamics.

via AP News|

#elections #hezbollah #iran

defense-news20 days ago•6 min saved

Israel moves to destroy Lebanon bridges and homes to curb Hezbollah

Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defence Minister Katz ordered the IDF to destroy all bridges over the Litani River used by Hezbollah and to accelerate demolition of Lebanese homes in contact-line villages, following a Gaza-style model. The goal is to neutralize threats to Israeli communities as ground operations press toward the anti-tank line and key positions. The IDF will continue safe evacuations for southern Lebanon residents; the IAF recently struck the Zarieh Bridge linked to Hezbollah activity, which had been used to move fighters and launch rockets.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#defense-news #hezbollah #idf

world21 days ago•7 min saved

Iran War Could Cement Netanyahu’s Power and Shape Israel’s Future

A political analysis arguing that Netanyahu could gain strategic and domestic advantages from an Iran war: strengthened US-Israel partnership and a weakened Iran could bolster Netanyahu’s standing as a wartime leader, while giving him room to push judiciary reforms and maneuver around corruption trials. The conflict also distracts from Palestinian suffering and could fuel discussions of early elections as public support shifts, even if Iran isn’t toppled.

via Al Jazeera|

#iran #israel #judiciary-reform

world22 days ago•18 min saved

Iran defies early-war pressure as Gulf oil facilities come under attack

Nearly three weeks into the conflict, Iran remains defiant as it targets oil facilities around the Gulf. Israel’s PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will pause further attacks on Iran’s giant natural gas field at Donald Trump’s request, while the report also notes the funeral of Iran’s intelligence minister Esmail Khatib and, per Iranian officials, his wife and daughter.

via AP News|

#gulf #iran #netanyahu

world22 days ago•10 min saved

Israel pounds Tehran as Netanyahu hints at ground force in Iran war

Live coverage shows renewed Israeli airstrikes on Tehran during Nowruz, with Netanyahu saying Israel acted alone in strikes on Iran’s South Pars gas field and suggesting a possible ground component in the Iran war, while Trump denies plans for U.S. troops. Iran retaliates against Gulf energy facilities, LNG capacity (Ras Laffan) is hit, and regional actors along with the U.S.-Israel alliance grapple with widening conflict and its impact on energy markets.

via The Guardian|

#iran #israel #netanyahu