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Ynet News is an Israeli online news outlet operated under Yedioth Ahronoth media group. Known as one of Israel's most-visited news sites, providing real-time coverage of security, politics, and regional conflict. Recently, Ynet has reported extensively on Israeli-Iranian military exchanges, Lebanon ceasefire developments, and U.S.-Iran diplomatic negotiations. Last updated 6 days ago

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Signals

A new report found that the Houthis have built a sophisticated crypto financing network, using USDT on the TRON blockchain to move money, evade sanctions, and fund weapons, drones, and military operations.

Funding reportedly comes from Iranian-linked transfers, crypto mining, extortion, and “protection fees” imposed on Red Sea shipping, with funds funneled through rotating wallets and weakly regulated exchanges before being converted into cash. - YNET

Leaders

An Israeli official said that given Iran’s current posture, a limited military strike is unlikely to change anything, and President Trump may have no choice but to go “all in” on a prolonged war.

At the same time, President Trump faces sch...

An Israeli official said that given Iran’s current posture, a limited military strike is unlikely to change anything, and President Trump may have no choice but to go “all in” on a prolonged war.

At the same time, President Trump faces scheduling considerations that could influence his decision, most notably the FIFA World Cup, which the U.S. will host beginning on June 11.

“Israel must prepare for a full-scale resumption of the war.”

One possibility is that President Trump opts to restart “Project Freedom” to secure the release of vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, tighten the U.S. blockade on Iran, and wait until the World Cup concludes on July 19, roughly 2 months from now.

Alternatively, President Trump may believe that a sharp and decisive military blow would compel Iran to accept his terms, bringing the war to an end before the tournament begins. - YNET

Global

An Israeli official said the Iranians are euphoric and view themselves as the clear victors.

In their assessment, President Trump is bluffing and has no real interest in becoming entangled in a renewed war.

“The Iranians are not prepared ...

An Israeli official said the Iranians are euphoric and view themselves as the clear victors.

In their assessment, President Trump is bluffing and has no real interest in becoming entangled in a renewed war.

“The Iranians are not prepared to give President Trump anything because they sense he is desperate to bring the war to an end,” a source familiar with the matter said.

“Their objective is to humiliate President Trump and demonstrate that they defeated the most powerful country in the world.” YNET

Signals

Israel is pushing to hit Iranian energy and infrastructure in any next round of strikes, seeing it as key to regime destabilization. The U.S. fears that could trigger Iranian strikes on Gulf energy sites and spike oil prices.

Israel would also seek U.S. approval to resume Beirut strikes if American operations against Iran restart, as Hezbollah drone attacks escalate. - Ynet

Operations

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Israeli Navy intelligence reveals how a team of four tracked Iranian warships across the Caspian Sea, enabling an IAF strike that destroyed six vessels, a naval command center, and a maintenance facility.

"I spoke to the pilot a...

JUST IN 🔴

Israeli Navy intelligence reveals how a team of four tracked Iranian warships across the Caspian Sea, enabling an IAF strike that destroyed six vessels, a naval command center, and a maintenance facility.

"I spoke to the pilot above the target. He asked me to confirm. I identified it, gave approval and he launched.
Within minutes, the vessels were destroyed."

The strike hit four missile boats, a frigate carrying torpedoes and a helicopter pad, and a support vessel. Israeli teams had tracked some targets for years.

"The challenge was finding the Iranian warships. We simply scanned the Caspian Sea until we identified them."

- Ynet