Tehran announced 'progress toward a framework for negotiations' but the White House reportedly fears unnecessary talks; These are the options offered to Trump, the warning a 'decisive and swift attack' is not possible, and Khamenei's defiance: 'Hiding underground? Trying to broadcast instability that doesn't exist'

Iranian supreme leader's remarks come as parliament openly defies the European Union over decision to designate the Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization, citing Tehran’s bloody crackdown on nationwide protests

As tensions peak, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir held secret strategic talks in Washington on possible action against Iran; Israel fears talks may fail unless Trump drops missile demands and focuses only on the nuclear issue

The emotional toll on Israeli troops who recovered the last hostage in Gaza was immense, prompting urgent trauma care; Soldiers faced harrowing scenes, with mental health teams providing support to prevent long-term psychological harm.

Investigation involves more than 15 Israelis and alleged smuggling to Gaza during wartime; relative of Shin Bet head David Zini is linked to the affair but is not suspected of any offense.

Iranian lawmakers wear Revolutionary Guard uniforms in show of defiance, as parliament speaker accuses Europe of bowing to US pressure

Killing occurred in a residential building in Lyon in May 2022, when René Hajaj was thrown from the 17th floor; defendant admits the act but claims self-defense, while Jewish groups joined the case, alleging an antisemitic motive