The United States has relocated several military aircraft and naval vessels from key bases in the Middle East in anticipation of possible Iranian retaliation, according to two U.S. officials speaking anonymously to Reuters.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (18 June) refrained from commenting on the possibility of Israeli and U.S. forces targeting Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, instead calling for restraint and dialogue as tensions continue to rise in the region.
Tensions between Iran and Israel continue to escalate, with Tehran condemning Israel’s airstrikes and emphasizing its defensive stance.
General Michael Kurilla, Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), has briefed President Donald Trump on potential military responses concerning Iran - a significant development as Kurilla prepares for his retirement this summer after a nearly 40-year career.
The United Nations chief has voiced deep concern on Wednesday over the escalating military strikes between Israel and Iran, calling for immediate de-escalation and warning against further international involvement.
US President Donald Trump has yet to make a final decision on military strikes against Iran, emphasizing he prefers to decide at the last moment amid escalating tensions following Israel’s recent attacks on Iranian nuclear and military sites last Friday (13 June).
The Prime Minister updated the citizens of Israel on the progress of Operation "Am K’Lavi'" now in its sixth day. He emphasised the operation's objectives to neutralise nuclear and ballistic missile threats while acknowledging painful losses and praising the nation's resilien.
U.S. President Donald Trump said he told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "keep going," but did not indicate the United States would provide Israel with any additional support beyond what has already been supplied.
President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that unity between the government and the people is essential for overcoming national crises, urging swift action from officials and deeper cooperation with neighboring countries.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s demand for unconditional surrender, warning that any American military action would bring severe consequences.
China has voiced strong opposition to further escalation between Iran and Israel, and warned that deepening the conflict benefits no one.
Canada has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid travel to parts of the Middle East, citing heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The warning comes amid ongoing military exchanges that have raised fears of broader regional instability.
Our NewsHour presenter Guy Shone examined the geopolitical ripple effects of the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran during the G7 summit, where U.S. President Donald Trump’s early exit drew worldwide attention.
Missiles fired from Iran were observed over several Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv, Ashkelon, and Tubas, on the fifth day of the escalating Iran-Israel conflict.
President Donald Trump met with top security advisers Tuesday as the U.S. boosted its military presence in the Middle East amid escalating strikes between Israel and Iran.
On the fifth day of the Iran-Israel conflict, the conflict reached a new level of intensity as missile barrages, targeted airstrikes, and evacuation warnings dominated the region. Iran called on civilians in Haifa and Tel Aviv to flee immediately, while both sides exchanged fresh rounds of fire.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Tuesday that the U.S. knows “exactly” where Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is located, adding that he is “safe for now” but stressing that Washington’s “patience is wearing thin.”
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday declared on social media that Iran must offer “unconditional surrender.”
The Kremlin on Tuesday expressed concern over what it described as a rapidly worsening conflict between Israel and Iran, stating that Israel appears unwilling to engage in mediation efforts.
Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares has urged the European Union to impose an arms embargo on Israel during the ongoing war in Gaza and called for renewed talks on Iran’s nuclear program.
Israel and Iran continued exchanging deadly attacks for the fifth consecutive day, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to urge Iranians to evacuate Tehran amid rising fears of a wider conflict. World leaders are calling for de-escalation, but both sides remain locked in their positions.
The USS Nimitz is heading to the Middle East amid tensions between Israel and Iran. The U.S. aircraft carrier has a decades-long history in the region, from the 1979 hostage crisis to modern deployments, often serving as a key asset during periods of rising friction with Iran.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that a potential operation targeting Iran’s Supreme Leader would "end the conflict" rather than escalate it, framing the strategy as a path to resolution rather than provocation.
President Donald Trump is cutting short his G7 trip and returning to Washington DC as tensions soar between Iran and Israel. After urging civilians to evacuate Tehran and warning Iran against nuclear ambitions, Trump said he must be back "for obvious reasons" amid rising fears of regional war.
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