U.S. President Donald Trump discusses Iran, stating they have a "fake press" and cannot be trusted to uphold nuclear deals, while also mentioning Chinese President Xi Jinping's agreement on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to accelerate the construction of a new oil pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to double oil export capacity from the port of Fujairah by 2027, according to officials in Abu Dhabi.
The United States launched "self-defense" strikes against targets in Iran on October 4, 2025, following attacks on US warships in the Persian Gulf. No specific casualty or arrest numbers were reported.
US officials have proposed potential ground troop operations in Iran, including deploying special forces to seize enriched uranium at the Isfahan site, supported by the 82nd Airborne Division, and deploying marines and ground forces to Kharg Island.
U.S. prosecutors announced the arrest of Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saeedi, a 32-year-old Iraqi citizen and commander in Kata'ib Hezbollah, who was charged with plotting a terrorist attack on a New York synagogue and supporting groups backed by the Islamic Republic, including the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Masih Alinejad stated on Fox News that many Iranians came to hate former President Obama due to his compromise with the Iranian regime and separation of human rights from nuclear negotiations; she warned that if President Trump makes similar mistakes, he will face the same backlash. Alinejad also criticized the current conflict between Europe and America, asserting that it benefits authoritarian leaders in Iran, Russia, and China, leading to executions and violence against civilians in Iran.
In 2026, an Iranian citizen describes the year as a continuous state of upheaval due to the ongoing revolution, government crackdowns, and military conflict. The individual expresses that outsiders cannot comprehend the perpetual uncertainty and trauma experienced during this period.
Middle Eastern security sources report that the US and Israel have commenced intense preparations for potential military strikes on Iran, which could include bombing runs or special forces deployments, and may occur as early as next week, according to the New York Times.
Abbas Araghchi stated that recent messages from the United States indicate Washington's desire to continue negotiations. Meanwhile, Mohammad Ali Jafari, commander of the Baqiyatallah Corps of the IRGC, said resuming war would be detrimental to the United States.
The US State Department announced on Thursday that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended for an additional 45 days to allow for further progress.
The son of Abdulrahim Mousavi, the Chief of Staff of the Islamic Republic's Armed Forces, stated that his father's body remained under the rubble for nearly 30 days after he was killed on the first day of Israeli and American attacks on Khamenei's office. Mousavi was appointed as Chief of Staff following Mohammad Bagheri's death during the 12-day war.
In a video message to the Iranian nation, Prince Reza Pahlavi warned against collaborating with the Islamic Republic's repressive structures, stating that individuals who have participated in suppressing protesters or confiscating property will face "criminal liability" in the future. The "Iran Transitional Justice Regulations Drafting Committee" has classified such collaboration as "aiding and abetting crimes against humanity."
Israel carried out a strike in Gaza on November 29, 2023, targeting Hamas military chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad, who was described as one of the architects of the October 7 attacks; initial reports indicate that he was killed.
On December 14, 2025, U.S. Marine Corps F-35B aircraft took off from the USS Tripoli (LHA 7) as it transited the Arabian Sea. The F-35B variant, known for its short takeoff and vertical landing capabilities, operates from the U.S. Navy’s largest amphibious ships.
The U.S.-mediated third round of talks between Israel and Lebanon has extended the ceasefire for another 45 days. Negotiations are scheduled to resume on June 2-3. - U.S. State Department
Twitter user Babak Taghvaee states that Izz al-Din al-Haddad is in "hell" and compares him to figures like Sinwar, Osama bin Laden, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, and Ayatollah Khamenei, labeling them as terrorists.
Israeli forces conducted an airstrike in Rimal, Gaza, targeting Izz ad-Din al-Haddad, the head of Hamas’ military wing, resulting in his death. Al-Haddad had taken over this role following Mohammed Sinwar’s death and was one of the last surviving senior Hamas military leaders from before the war.
A blitz airstrike was reported in western Gaza, likely targeting an individual for assassination.
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, and Israel Katz, the Defense Minister, announced that the Israeli army conducted an airstrike targeting Uzz al-Din Haddad, a senior commander of Hamas's military wing, the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades.
Donald Trump stated, "I don't ask anyone for favors because when you ask for a favor, you have to give one in return, and we don't need to do that," and added, "In practice, we destroyed Iran's military forces. Perhaps some additional cleanup operations are still needed, as we announced a ceasefire about a month ago, but a very effective siege was created, which was the main goal."
