The New York Times reports that Iranian attacks on U.S. bases in Jordan over the past week have wounded dozens of U.S. service members and damaged multiple helicopters, citing U.S. officials.
This hasn’t been confirmed by CENTCOM yet.
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Ahmadinejad Attends Khamenei Memorial
Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad appeared at a memorial ceremony for Ali Khamenei, one day after the New York Times investigation.
Japan Seeks Better Counterintelligence
Japan says it needs better counterintelligence after a NYT report called the country a Russian "den of spies" and key source of weapons components.
US Plans Larger Strikes on Iran Sunday
A U.S. official tells the NYT to expect a bigger wave of U.S. attacks against Iran today, on Sunday, than the previous days.
Qatar Mediates US-Iran De-escalation
Qatar is holding talks with both the United States and Iran to de-escalate tensions from recent days, the New York Times reports.
Iran Strikes Ship in Strait of Hormuz
Iran launched a drone at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz after Oman allowed vessels to bypass IRGC-coordinated routes, an Iranian source told the New York Times. Tehran is furious with Oman for permitting ships to take an alternative passage without Revolutionary Guards approval and struck to shut down shipping traffic entirely.
Trump Claims Iran Military Degraded
Trump on Iran:
• Trump dismissed the suggestion that Iran has leverage, arguing that Iran's military capabilities have been severely degraded.
• He says Iran's navy, air force, air defenses, radar systems, and much of its missile and dron...
Trump on Iran:
• Trump dismissed the suggestion that Iran has leverage, arguing that Iran's military capabilities have been severely degraded.
• He says Iran's navy, air force, air defenses, radar systems, and much of its missile and drone infrastructure have been destroyed.
• Trump said Iran's senior leadership has been eliminated, describing the country's leadership structure as severely weakened.
• He criticized The New York Times and other media outlets for reporting that Iran is in a similar position to where it was months ago, calling such coverage inaccurate.
• Trump argued that public trust in the media has declined because of what he described as biased and misleading reporting.
• He claimed most of Iran's missile launch capabilities and drone and missile production capacity have been destroyed.
• Trump suggested there is reluctance among Iranian officials to take top leadership positions due to the current situation.
• He contrasted Iran's condition with that of the United States, claiming the U.S. has a record-strong economy, massive investment inflows, expanding manufacturing, and historically high employment levels.
• Trump concluded by criticizing the reporter's question, calling it "stupid."
IDF Lebanon Rules of Engagement
Israeli sources told the New York Times that IDF commanders in Lebanon face tight engagement restrictions, fire is authorized only against immediate threats or with direct approval from the Chief of Staff.
Trump Plans to Expand Lawsuit vs NYT
U.S. President Donald Trump says he plans to expand his multibillion-dollar lawsuit against The New York Times to include the newspaper’s reporting on Iran.
Contributed by @AZ_Intel_.
Trump Defends War Progress, Slams NYT
U.S. President Donald Trump:
"The headline in the Corrupt and Failing New York Times: “What Changed After Almost 4 Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much.” REALLY? Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their La...
U.S. President Donald Trump:
"The headline in the Corrupt and Failing New York Times: “What Changed After Almost 4 Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much.” REALLY? Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their Launching Pads, Missiles, Drones and Manufacturing of same, is almost GONE, their top two sets of Leaders are GONE, their Inflation is at 250%, their Economy is BROKEN, their Soldiers aren’t being paid, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN, THE OIL IS GUSHING, and the U.S. Stock Market and Jobs are at record HIGHS. That’s what’s CHANGED, you corrupt and unethical cowards, and MORE!!! President DJT".
Vance Comments on Israeli Panic
Vance tells New York Times:
There is a strange panic within the Israeli establishment, which I sense, where it is assumed that anything considered and potentially beneficial to Iran will indeed happen, but that it will happen without the ...
Vance tells New York Times:
There is a strange panic within the Israeli establishment, which I sense, where it is assumed that anything considered and potentially beneficial to Iran will indeed happen, but that it will happen without the Iranians changing any behavior on their part.
Therefore, I find this whole wave of hysteria in Israel somewhat strange, because in my opinion, it stems from a lack of trust.
The US has rightfully earned the trust of this region. We have done a very good job for that "particular country" and its government, and I believe the facts do not support the claim that we made a bad deal, which does not make sense when considering the depth and duration of the parties' relations.
Trump Details Iran Enrichment Limits
Iran will be permanently restricted to low-level enrichment that "can never be used for military purposes," Trump told the New York Times. A 20-year suspension of uranium enrichment remains under discussion, though Trump indicated he may accept 15 years.
U.S. Plans Major Military Cuts in Europe
U.S. to slash military assets in Europe, the Trump administration told NATO allies. Fighter jets cut from 150 to 100, maritime collection aircraft from 26 to 15, all aerial refuelers withdrawn. An attack submarine, aircraft carrier, warships, and two bomber squadrons will also leave. - NYT
Trump Halted Iran Strikes After Deal
NYT REPORT: Before Trump halted the strikes on Iran, Pakistani mediators told him they had reached a deal with Tehran.
(Salt first, swallow later.)
Qatar Mediators Leave Tehran No Progress
Hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough dimmed after Qatari mediators left Tehran on Wednesday without progress in the negotiations. -NYT
(Kind of obvious)
Iran May Accept 15-Year Enrichment Ban
U.S. believes Iran is willing to accept a 15-year enrichment suspension. - NYT
U.S. Apache Helicopter Down Near Hormuz
A U.S. AH-64 Apache helicopter went down earlier today near the Strait of Hormuz
The reason is unclear and crewmembers have been rescued. - NYT.
U.S. Apache Helicopter Down Near Hormuz
A U.S. Army Apache helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, with both crew members safely rescued, the New York Times reported. Officials have not determined whether it was shot down, suffered a mechanical failure, or went down for another reason; the incident remains under investigation.
Trump Tells Netanyahu Iran-US Deal Near
Trump informed Netanyahu that a preliminary framework bringing Iran and the U.S. to the table for a broader deal is nearing completion, according to the New York Times.
Israel Held Back Iran Strike at Request
According to new reports for Israel army radio, Israel was about to launch an additional massive strike across Iran, but held back.
According to the NYT, President Trump asked Netanyahu to reconsider to make way for an Iran deal.
Trump Posts Hypothetical Iran Surrender
U.S. President Donald Trump:
"If Iran surrenders, admits their Navy is gone and resting at the bottom of the sea, and their Air Force is no longer with us, and if their entire Military walks out of Tehran, weapons dropped and hands held hi...
U.S. President Donald Trump:
"If Iran surrenders, admits their Navy is gone and resting at the bottom of the sea, and their Air Force is no longer with us, and if their entire Military walks out of Tehran, weapons dropped and hands held high, each shouting “I surrender, I surrender” while wildly waving the representative White Flag, and if their entire remaining Leadership signs all necessary “Documents of Surrender,” and admit their defeat to the great power and force of the magnificent U.S.A., The Failing New York Times, The China Street Journal (WSJ!), Corrupt and now Irrelevant CNN, and all other members of the Fake News Media, will headline that Iran had a Masterful and Brilliant Victory over The United States of America, it wasn’t even close. The Dumacrats and Media have totally lost their way. They have gone absolutely CRAZY!!! President DJT."
CENTCOM Escorts 70 Ships via Hormuz
CENTCOM has quietly guided around 70 commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz in the last three weeks. Most ships turned off their transponders while passing through the narrow waterway. U.S. officials would not specify the types of vessels or the routes used.
- New York Times
Iran Rejects US Uranium Demands
Tehran has rejected Washington's demands to surrender its enriched uranium stockpiles, with no change expected to Iran's nuclear posture. - NYT
Trump Iran Deal Talks End Unresolved
Trump's Situation Room meeting on an Iran deal ended after two hours with no decision. A senior official told the NYT talks are close but unresolved, with frozen funds still a sticking point.
US-Iran Draft Deal Includes $300B Fund
NYT Claims: The U.S.–Iran draft deal includes a $300 billion investment fund for Iran. Tehran wanted reparations for war damage. Washington rebranded it as an international investment vehicle. Witkoff and Kushner floated the idea, pitching Tehran real estate and a broader fund as deal sweeteners.