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US will blame Israel if large-scale attacks against Iran fail, former defense official warns

Former senior defense official Avner Vilan said on Monday that Washington and Tehran remain caught between an agreement and full-scale war, while renewed fighting could intensify criticism of Israel.

A person holds a placard representing a US flag, with an image of Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on a billboard in the background, on the day of a ceremony marking 40 days since Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed, in Tehran, Iran, April 9, 2026.
US forces operating in the Strait of Hormuz, July 17, 2026.

'Far more than anyone': Trump denies munitions shortage as reason for halting Iran strikes - report

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrives at the Burgenstock resort in Obbuergen, near Lucerne, June 21, 2026

Iran has not withdrawn from negotiations but suspended them, sources tell Saudi media - report

US President Donald Trump gestures as he disembarks the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One, while he arrives at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, US, July 17, 2026.

'Finger on trigger': Trump has not decided on large-scale attacks against Iran, sources tell 'Post'


Tehran leverages Lebanon, Hormuz to shape narrative around deal, force Trump's hand, expert says

Iran "succeeded in leveraging this event to achieve a new order that will deter its rivals and secure other economic benefits," said the INSS's Dr. Raz Zimmt.

US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One on June 15, 2026 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. President Trump is traveling to France for the G7 Summit.

'Iranians have no problem lying': Israeli expert on Tehran's nuclear program says amid coming deal

"The nuclear issue, they did not deal with it. Regime change, obviously not. Missiles, obviously not. The proxies, obviously not. They are not included in the agreement," Vilan said.

Vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 10, 2026.

Don't forget the people: The Iran ceasefire must protect civilians - opinion

As details emerge about a signed agreement between the United States and Iran, there still may be room to protect the Persian people from the Iranian regime's proxies..

Alex Winston stands overlooking Jerusalem with an Iranian Lion and Sun flag on February 13, 2026.

Iranian soccer team arrives in US for FIFA World Cup as the two countries reach a peace deal

The US Iran peace deal is expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, with Pakistani and Swiss mediators present.

Soccer Football - World Cup - AFC Qualifiers - Third Round - Group A - Iran v United Arab Emirates - Azadi Sports Complex, Tehran, Iran - March 20, 2025.

Five twists that will determine if Trump's Iran deal will benefit Israel long term - analysis

There are five key aspects to Trump's deal that are critical for Israel on Iran and Hezbollah.

A PLACARD sends a clear message featuring US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as protesters gather near the UN office during US-Iran nuclear talks, in Geneva, Feb. 17.

UN secretary-general, world leaders praise US, Iran for reaching peace agreement

European officials reaffirmed the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the "resumption of maritime traffic," to be done "urgently" and "unconditionally," without any toll restrictions.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses delegates during a high-level meeting of heads of state on a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians at United Nations headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 22, 2025.

Trump’s Iran deal may be worse than Obama’s, former Netanyahu security adviser says - opinion

Former Netanyahu National Security Advisor Jacob Nagel warns Trump that a weak Iran deal could rescue Tehran’s regime and be remembered as worse than Obama’s.

Then president-elect Donald Trump, left, and President Barack Obama arrive for Trump's inauguration ceremony at the Capitol in Washington, 2017.

US, Iran near potential deal as Middle East waits

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise. 

A woman walks next to a banner with a picture of Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in Tehran, Iran, May 8, 2026.

Qatari negotiators head to Tehran ahead of deal signing between US, Iran - report

Pakistan is now preparing for an electronic signing expected within the next 24 hours, followed by technical-level talks next week, according to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

DOHA, QATAR - 20 Mar 2018: Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani during the official visit of the president of Ukraine Petero Poroshenko to the State of Qatar

Trump's negotiation strategy of talks, strikes may lead to unfavorable deal for Israel - analysis

Israel's task is to ensure that it does not end up with a polished agreement and an Iranian nuclear capability still patiently waiting for the next chapter.

US President Donald Trump gestures as he boards Air Force One, after attending Game 3 of the NBA Finals, at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, June 8, 2026.