Analysis As Iran's power struggle deepens, US talks stall, who’s calling the shots in Tehran? Ultraconservative figures and security officials have intensified their criticism of the negotiating team, accusing it of jeopardizing Iran’s gains. By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
Trump extends ceasefire with Iran ‘until discussions concluded’ Trump also said he directed the US Navy to continue its blockade of Iranian ports. Iran
Analysis Israel sees chance of US-Iran deal as almost 'non-existent,' readies for war As US President Trump makes contradictory statements regarding his intentions toward Iran and the ongoing negotiations, Israel is preparing for the possibility of resuming military operations. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Trump says Iran deal could happen 'quickly' as Pakistan readies talks: What to know A source familiar with the plans told Al-Monitor that the US delegation will travel to Islamabad soon. Iran
Analysis What is Iran really willing to concede on its nuclear program? By A correspondent in Tehran In Tehran, reporting on politics
Israel's Bennett gets scolded by the White House Refusing an Israeli request for a phone call between Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and US President Joe Biden, the White House clarified the rules of the game and what kind of relationship they expect between the two leaders. Israel
Iran nuclear talks resume in Vienna Iranian officials say they are ready to stay as long as necessary in this latest round of talks. Iran
Venezuela's Maduro plans to visit Iran 'very soon' Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said the two countries will sign new accords and "speed up processes of cooperation." Iran
US national security adviser meets with Bennett, Lapid, Gantz in Israel Facing growing pressure from Jerusalem on the Vienna talks, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan met yesterday in Israel with President Isaac Herzog and today with Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, Foreign Minister Yair Lapid and Defense Minister Benny Gantz. Israel
Israeli army not ready to strike Iran's nuclear program According to reports, the IDF does not have the means to effectively and seriously damage Iran's nuclear facilities right now. Israel
Israel knows attacking Iranian nuke program will bring war with Hezbollah Israeli leadership is coping not only with the question of military preparedness for the possibility of attacking the Iranian nuclear program, but also with the implications of such an attack on Israel’s homeland security, its economy and its growth. Israel
Future uncertain for US Palestinian affairs consulate in Jerusalem Rumor has it that the United States has halted efforts to reopen a consulate for Palestinian affairs in Jerusalem. Israel
Bennett sketches path for Israeli-Saudi normalization Having scored diplomatic achievements with Egypt, the Emirates and even Turkey, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett views Saudi Arabia as a jewel in the crown of normalization with the Arab world. Israel
Vienna talks to pause after 'good progress,' Iran negotiator says Iran's top negotiator Ali Bagheri Kani said "good progress" was made during talks this week. News Brief
Israeli politicians turn Iranian nuke threat into political campaign Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli politicians are not only campaigning for Israel’s security, they are also using the Iran threat as means to political promotion. Israel
Bennett commits to partnership with Emirates on UAE visit On his historic visit to Abu Dhabi, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett reassured his hosts that his government is committed to the alliance with the Emirates and that it will lobby on their behalf in Washington. Israel
Israeli PM pays landmark visit to UAE On a first official visit to the Emirates, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett met with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Israel
