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Roya News
03-08-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Three 'Israeli' soldiers injured in military vehicle crash near Gaza border
Hebrew media reported that three 'Israeli' soldiers were injured on Sunday after a military vehicle overturned near the Kerem Shalom crossing in southern Gaza. Separately, more than 600 former 'Israeli' security officials sent a letter to US President Donald Trump, urging him to pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza. Among those 600 officials are former top 'Israeli' security officials, ex-Mossad chief Tamir Pardo, ex-Shin Bet chief Ami Ayalon, and former deputy IOF chief Matan Vilnai. In the letter, the officials argued that military objectives have largely been achieved, and that further goals, particularly returning 'Israeli' captives, can only be reached through negotiations. They urged Trump to help end the war and support a regional coalition to stabilize Gaza, led by Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and a reformed Palestinian Authority. Meanwhile, Palestinian medical sources reported that 79 people have been killed by 'Israeli' fire since dawn Sunday, including 41 individuals who were attempting to receive humanitarian aid.
Roya News
03-08-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Former 'Israeli' security chiefs urge Trump to end Gaza war
Three former top 'Israeli' security officials, ex-Mossad chief Tamir Pardo, ex-Shin Bet chief Ami Ayalon, and former deputy IOF chief Matan Vilnai, have called on US President Donald Trump to intervene and pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza. The appeal, part of a letter first shared with the Jerusalem Post, was issued by the group 'Commanders for Israel's Security' (CIS), which includes over 600 former senior figures from 'Israel's' defense and diplomatic institutions. In the letter, the officials argued that military objectives have largely been achieved, and that further goals, particularly returning 'Israeli' captives, can only be reached through negotiations. They urged Trump to help end the war and support a regional coalition to stabilize Gaza, led by Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and a reformed Palestinian Authority. CIS warned that delaying such an offer risks the lives of captives and harms 'Israel's' international legitimacy. They also stressed that 'Israel' must accept a ceasefire in exchange for the release of all captives, a deal Hamas has repeatedly proposed. Netanyahu, however, has rejected this approach, citing concerns over Hamas' resurgence and pressure from his right-wing coalition. Despite opposition parties offering support for such a deal, he remains unwilling to consider giving the Palestinian Authority a role in Gaza. CIS maintained that a clear ceasefire offer is vital to demonstrate that 'Israel' has exhausted all options to bring its captives home.
Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Trump's B-52s will flatten Mullahs' terror regime if Iran doesn't stop race to nuclear armageddon, ex-Mossad chief warns
It comes as US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz heads towards the Middle East SEND IN THE BOMBERS Trump's B-52s will flatten Mullahs' terror regime if Iran doesn't stop race to nuclear armageddon, ex-Mossad chief warns AMERICA will unleash its B-52 bombers on Iran if it accelerates its nuclear scheme to create an atomic weapon, an ex-Mossad chief has warned. It comes amid growing fears Tehran's furious regime leaders could rush to develop a nuke bomb after vowing bloody revenge on Israel. Advertisement 4 A US B-52 Stratofortress heavy bomber drops bombs. Stock picture Credit: Getty 4 The Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept Iranian missiles over Tel Aviv Credit: AP 4 Smoke rises from an oil refinery, northwest of Tehran, Iran Credit: Getty Iran was pummeled with an unprecedented blitz on its nuclear bases on Friday by Israel - which wiped out top commanders. Israel has so far acted alone in its mission to severely deplete Iran's nuclear ambitions after the US stepped back from plans to blitz the rogue state. The arch-enemy nations have continued to trade blows as the deadly conflict enters its fourth day amid international pleas for de-escalation. But a former top staffer of Mossad - Israel's intelligence agency - said the US will no doubt join Israel's campaign should Iran succeed in its bid to develop a nuclear bomb. Advertisement The insider warned Donald Trump could even deploy America's nuclear-capable Stratofortress B-52 bombers if Iran creates a nuke weapon. He insisted "no US president will allow Iran to have a nuclear bomb while he's serving in the White House" and that Tehran would "pay the price". It comes after the US military stationed several B-2 Spirit stealth bombers on the highly strategic island of Diego Garcia. Meanwhile today the $4.5billion US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz is heading towards the Middle East as Iran and Israel's deadly conflict risks dragging in other nations. Advertisement Data from ship tracking website Marine Traffic shows the 1,092ft long carrier left the South China Sea this morning and is heading west towards the war-torn region. A formal reception in Danang City later this week has been called off due to "an emergent operational requirement", a source told Reuters. Spiralling tensions in the region come as Trump issued a stark warning to Iran's bloodthirsty leaders - avoid striking US targets or face the 'full strength and might' of America's military. Iran-Israel conflict could spiral into 'forever war' | Major General Chip Chapman The US president wrote on Truth Social: "If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before. Advertisement "However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict." Trump has insisted Iran thrash out a deal aimed at downgrading its nuke programme - but talks, that were supposed to resume on June 15, have so far stalled. But the Middle East risks exploding into all-out war as Israel and Iran pummel each other with missiles. The ex-Mossad top brass, however, urged European nations to 'seize the moment' to draw a red line under Iran's nuke programme. Advertisement Sun's trip onboard USS Nimitz by Ryan Parry, Senior Reporter AS America sends the flagship USS Nimitz supercarrier to the Middle East amid rising tensions, the Sun reveals what life is like onboard. The Sun spent two days on board the Nimitz, nicknamed Old Salt, a $4.5billion nuclear-powered supercarrier weighing almost 100,000 tons. The warship is 1,092ft long and 252ft wide and has a four and a half acre flight deck. The massive 117,000 sq ft warship boasts four aircraft catapults and jets are brought up to the deck using four giant elevators from the hangar deep below the 4.5 acre flight deck. The supercarrier, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 11, holds F/A-18 Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers and F-35C stealth strike fighters. Inside the ten floor, 3,000 room hull underneath the flight deck life is one slick operation. There are several cafeterias, gyms, a Starbucks coffee shop and 'luxury' state rooms for 'Distinguished Visitors'. Since it is nuclear-powered, the Nimitz – call sign NMTZ - can operate for up to 20 years without refueling. The Nimitz is the world's second largest supercarrier, only behind the Gerald R Ford. Fears have been growing internationally that Iran is on the verge of creating a nuclear bomb, despite the regime's insistence its scheme is for civilian purposes to generate energy. Last week, the UN's watchdog confirmed Iran is not complying with its nuclear obligations for the first time in two decades. The former intelligence agent has appealed for Western countries to take advantage of the situation for fundamental change while Iran is "completely exposed". They said: "I think that the Europeans should stand with the Americans and tell Iran enough is enough. Advertisement "Tell the Iranian guys, knock it off. 'Let's do it. Let's take it. Let's seize this moment to do something positive. 'It seems to me that this is an opportunity to have a red line to the Iranians." 4 Advertisement At least eight people were killed when Iranian missiles blitzed Tel Aviv and port city Haifa this morning. Israel's military meanwhile said it had killed four senior intelligence officials -including the head of the Revolutionary Guards' intelligence unit. A military spokesman also claimed Israel had achieved aerial superiority over Iran and had destroyed more than a third of Iran's surface-to-surface missile launchers. At least 100 people were wounded in Israel in the overnight blitz, part of a wave of attacks by Tehran in retaliation for Israel's strikes. Advertisement Israel's defence minister Israel Katz warned that Iran would "pay the price and soon". He said: "The arrogant dictator of Tehran has become a cowardly murderer who targets the civilian home front in Israel to deter the IDF from continuing the attack that is collapsing his capabilities."
The Irish Sun
16-06-2025
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Trump's B-52s will flatten Mullahs' terror regime if Iran doesn't stop race to nuclear armageddon, ex-Mossad chief warns
AMERICA will unleash its B-52 bombers on Iran if it accelerates its nuclear scheme to create an atomic weapon, an ex-Mossad chief has warned. It comes amid growing fears Tehran's furious regime leaders could rush to develop a nuke bomb after vowing bloody revenge on Israel. Advertisement 4 A US B-52 Stratofortress heavy bomber drops bombs. Stock picture Credit: Getty 4 The Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept Iranian missiles over Tel Aviv Credit: AP 4 Smoke rises from an oil refinery, northwest of Tehran, Iran Credit: Getty Iran was pummeled with an unprecedented blitz on its nuclear bases on Friday by Israel - which wiped out top commanders. Israel has so far acted alone in its mission to severely deplete Iran's nuclear ambitions after the US stepped back from plans to blitz the rogue state. The arch-enemy nations have continued to trade blows as the But a former top staffer of Mossad - Israel's intelligence agency - said the US will no doubt join Israel's campaign should Iran succeed in its bid to develop a nuclear bomb. Advertisement More on Israel The insider warned Donald Trump could even deploy America's nuclear-capable He insisted "no US president will allow Iran to have a nuclear bomb while he's serving in the White House" and that Tehran would "pay the price". It comes after the US military stationed several B-2 Spirit stealth bombers on the highly strategic island of Diego Garcia. Meanwhile today the $4.5billion US aircraft carrier USS Nimitz is heading towards the Advertisement Most read in The Sun Data from ship tracking website Marine Traffic shows the 1,092ft long carrier left the South China Sea this morning and is heading west towards the war-torn region. A formal reception in Danang City later this week has been called off due to "an emergent operational requirement", a source told Reuters. Spiralling tensions in the region come as Trump issued a stark warning to Iran's bloodthirsty leaders - avoid striking US targets or face the 'full strength and might' of America's military. Iran-Israel conflict could spiral into 'forever war' | Major General Chip Chapman The US president wrote on Truth Social: "If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before. Advertisement "However, we can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict." Trump has insisted Iran thrash out a deal aimed at downgrading its nuke programme - but talks, that were supposed to resume on June 15, have so far stalled. But the Middle East risks exploding into all-out war as Israel and Iran pummel each other with missiles. The ex-Mossad top brass, however, urged European nations to 'seize the moment' to draw a red line under Iran's nuke programme. Advertisement Sun's trip onboard USS Nimitz by Ryan Parry, Senior Reporter AS America sends the flagship USS Nimitz supercarrier to the Middle East amid rising tensions, the Sun reveals what life is like onboard. The Sun spent two days on board the Nimitz, nicknamed Old Salt, a $4.5billion nuclear-powered supercarrier weighing almost 100,000 tons. The warship is 1,092ft long and 252ft wide and has a four and a half acre flight deck. The massive 117,000 sq ft warship boasts four aircraft catapults and jets are brought up to the deck using four giant elevators from the hangar deep below the 4.5 acre flight deck. The supercarrier, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 11, holds F/A-18 Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers and F-35C stealth strike fighters. Inside the ten floor, 3,000 room hull underneath the flight deck life is one slick operation. There are several cafeterias, gyms, a Starbucks coffee shop and 'luxury' state rooms for 'Distinguished Visitors'. Since it is nuclear-powered, the Nimitz – call sign NMTZ - can operate for up to 20 years without refueling. The Nimitz is the world's second largest supercarrier, only behind the Gerald R Ford. Fears have been growing internationally that Iran is on the verge of creating a nuclear bomb, despite the regime's insistence its scheme is for civilian purposes to generate energy. Last week, the UN's watchdog confirmed Iran is not complying with its nuclear obligations for the first time in two decades. The former intelligence agent has appealed for Western countries to take advantage of the situation for fundamental change while Iran is "completely exposed". They said: "I think that the Europeans should stand with the Americans and tell Iran enough is enough. Advertisement "Tell the Iranian guys, knock it off. 'Let's do it. Let's take it. Let's seize this moment to do something positive. 'It seems to me that this is an opportunity to have a red line to the Iranians." 4 Advertisement At least eight people were killed when Iranian missiles blitzed Tel Aviv and port city Haifa this morning. Israel's military meanwhile said it had killed four senior intelligence officials -including the head of the Revolutionary Guards' intelligence unit. A military spokesman also claimed Israel had achieved aerial superiority over Iran and had destroyed more than a third of Iran's surface-to-surface missile launchers. At least 100 people were wounded in Israel in the overnight blitz, part of a wave of attacks by Tehran in retaliation for Israel's strikes. Advertisement Israel's defence minister Israel Katz warned that Iran would "pay the price and soon". He said: "The arrogant dictator of Tehran has become a cowardly murderer who targets the civilian home front in Israel to deter the IDF from continuing the attack that is collapsing his capabilities." What is the B-52 bomber? The B-52 Stratofortress is a US Air Force's heavy bomber which has been in use since the mid-1950s. One of the reasons why the plane - which has a 150ft wingspan - is still in use is its staggering flying range of 9,000 miles. And then there's the awe inspiring payload capability. In fact its enormous size means they can carry more than 30 tonnes of bombs. The hulking bomber can also be fitted with large numbers of nuclear-able cruise missiles and precision air-to-surface rockets. B-52s were synonymous with the bombing of North Vietnam and Cambodia in the 1960s and 1970s during the Cold War. Its destructive capability was also demonstrated in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars where they were used to demolish caves and underground facilities. The majority of the 76-strong fleet are based at Barksdale in Louisiana and Minot in North Dakota. The planes also fly missions from bases outside the US, including the UK and Spain.
Rhyl Journal
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Rhyl Journal
Timeline of tensions and hostilities between Israel and Iran
Israel said it targeted nuclear and military facilities, killing Iran's top military and nuclear scientists. Israel's attack comes as tensions have escalated over Iran's rapidly advancing nuclear programme, which Israel sees as a threat to its existence. Here is a timeline of some significant events in the hostilities between the two countries: – Iran's nuclear programme is a primary target 2010 – The Stuxnet computer virus is discovered and widely believed to be a joint US-Israeli creation. The virus disrupted and destroyed Iranian centrifuges. 2018 – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel obtained tens of thousands of pages of data showing Iran covered up its nuclear programme before signing a deal with world powers in 2015. An ex-Mossad chief confirms the information was obtained by more than a dozen non-Israeli agents from safes in Tehran in 2018. 2020 – Alleged Israeli attacks against Iran's nuclear programme are stepped up significantly after the disintegration of the 2015 nuclear deal meant to keep Iran from developing nuclear weapons. July 2020 – A mysterious explosion tears apart a centrifuge production plant at Iran's Natanz nuclear enrichment facility. Iran blames the attack on Israel. November 2020 – A top Iranian military nuclear scientist, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, is killed by a remote-controlled machine gun while traveling in a car outside Tehran. A top Iranian security official accuses Israel of using 'electronic devices' to remotely kill the scientist, who founded Iran's military nuclear programme in the 2000s. April 11, 2021 – An attack targets Iran's underground nuclear facility in Natanz. Iran blames Israel, which does not claim responsibility, but Israeli media widely reports the government orchestrated a cyberattack that caused a blackout at the facility. April 16, 2021 – Iran begins enriching uranium up to 60%, its highest purity ever and a technical step from weapons-grade levels of 90%. June 2022 – Iran accuses Israel of poisoning two nuclear scientists in different cities within three days of each other, though circumstances remained unclear. – Middle East Wars October 7, 2023 – Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip storm into Israel, killing 1,200 people and taking 250 hostage, beginning the most intense war between Israel and Hamas. Iran, which has armed Hamas, offers support to the militants. February 14, 2024 – An Israeli sabotage attack causes multiple explosions on an Iranian natural gas pipeline running from Iran's western Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province to cities on the Caspian Sea. April 1, 2024 – An Israeli airstrike demolishes Iran's consulate in Damascus, Syria, killing 16 people, including two Iranian generals. April 14, 2024 – Iran launches an unprecedented missile and drone attack on Israel, firing more than 300 missiles and attack drones in response to the Israeli airstrike in Damascus. Working with a US-led international coalition, Israel intercepts much of the incoming fire. April 19, 2024 – A suspected Israeli strike hits an air defence system near an airport in Isfahan, Iran. July 31, 2024 – Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh is assassinated by an apparent Israeli airstrike during a visit to Tehran. Israel had pledged to kill Haniyeh and other Hamas leaders over the October 7 attack. September 27, 2024 – An Israeli airstrike kills Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Formed by Iranian Revolutionary Guard members who went to Lebanon in 1982 to fight invading Israeli forces, Hezbollah was the first group that Iran backed and used as a way to export its brand of political Islam. October 1, 2024 – Iran launches its second direct attack on Israel, though a US-led coalition and Israel shoot down most of the missiles. October 16, 2024 – Israel kills Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in the Gaza Strip. October 26, 2024 – Israel openly attacks Iran for the first time, striking air defence systems and sites associated with its missile programme. April 30, 2025 – Iran executes a man it said worked for Israel's Mossad foreign intelligence agency and played a role in the killing of Revolutionary Guard colonel Hassan Sayyad Khodaei in Tehran on May 22, 2022.
