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US President Donald Trump has threatened to attack Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site, a deeply buried facility near Natanz. The site, suspected of hosting an undeclared enrichment facility, remains untouched due to its depth and perceived lack of immediate threat, according to multiple reports.
Tisha B'Av, the Jewish fast day commemorating the destruction of the First and Second Temples, was marked by thousands at the Western Wall, with political leaders in attendance. The observance includes a 25-hour fast and reading of Lamentations, and recalls numerous historical calamities on the ninth of Av.
Smoke was reported rising from the Aqaba area in Jordan following an Iranian missile launch towards Jordan. The IDF stated that no Iron Dome interceptors were launched, and no debris fell in Israeli territory. The US intercepted the missiles, and no injuries have been reported.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington is open to a diplomatic solution but accuses Iran of not being serious about talks, as US strikes continue for consecutive nights. Rubio warns Iran will 'pay a price' and reiterated the US goal of denuclearization.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion so far, as he seeks additional funding for the conflict. The figure marks a significant increase from previous estimates, with lawmakers questioning the cost and strategy.
The UN has reported an outbreak of chickenpox in Gaza, with over 9,000 cases in a fortnight. Two news outlets cover the story from different angles—one focusing on the humanitarian toll on a family in a displacement camp, the other on medical facts.
The Trump administration has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, allowing US companies to help build a civilian nuclear program in the kingdom. The pact omits certain nonproliferation safeguards, drawing concerns about regional arms race risks.
The US launched strikes on Iran for the 11th consecutive night, targeting air defense systems and maritime assets. President Trump warned of an impending attack on an underground nuclear facility near Natanz, as the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz continues.
The US and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a civilian nuclear deal that could allow Riyadh to enrich uranium on its soil, a shift in longstanding US non-proliferation policy. Critics warn the deal could spark a regional arms race and compromise Israel's security, while the agreement drops a previous requirement for Saudi normalization with Israel.
A US appeals court has reversed a lower court decision ordering the release of Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi from immigration detention, opening the door to his possible re-arrest. The ruling, which found the lower court lacked jurisdiction, is seen as a victory for the Trump administration's efforts to deport pro-Palestinian student protesters.
France's parliament has approved a law banning social media access for children under 15, making it the first European country to do so. The ban will be phased in from September, with full enforcement by January 2027, and requires age verification approved by the French privacy regulator.
As the US-Iran conflict continues, President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing multiple military options, including an expanded bombing campaign and increased troop deployments. Israeli officials warn that an intensified US campaign could prompt Tehran to retaliate directly against Israel, while the IDF maintains high readiness and close coordination with US forces.
The Netherlands will ban the import, purchase, and sale of goods from Israeli settlements in the Palestinian Territories starting September 22, 2026, the Dutch government announced. The move aligns with similar unilateral actions by Belgium, Spain, and Ireland, though some observers question its practical enforceability.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to attack Pickaxe Mountain, a fortified underground facility near Iran's Natanz nuclear complex. The site, buried deep under a mountain, is assessed by experts to be beyond the reach of the most powerful US bunker-buster bombs. Construction began in 2020 following sabotage at Natanz, and Iran denies any nuclear activity there.
Yemen's Houthi movement declared a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia, prompting six merchant ships to change course. The Saudi-led coalition has responded with measures to protect commercial vessels, while the Houthis deny closing the Bab al-Mandab Strait, saying restrictions apply only to Saudi ships.
Protests in Bologna turned violent after Abderrahim Fakir, a 42-year-old Moroccan-born resident, died under police restraint. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called for a full investigation while defending police, and at least 56 officers were injured in clashes.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have declared a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, threatening global energy supplies and trade routes through the Red Sea. The move escalates the US-Iran war and tests Saudi Arabia's strategic patience, with UN officials warning of further regional confrontation.
France has summoned Iran's charge d'affaires after two French diplomats were detained by Iranian security services in Tehran. The incident has drawn condemnation from the European Union, while Iran's foreign ministry denies mistreatment and accuses the diplomats of interference.
Prosecutors allege that former UK minister Ann Widdecombe was struck 21 times with a hammer, and a 28-year-old man has been charged with her murder. Investigators are exploring whether a political or terrorist motive was involved.
Thousands demonstrated in Bologna after Abderrahim Fakir, a Moroccan-born entrepreneur, died while being restrained by police. The protests turned violent in places, with 64 police officers reported injured. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called for a full investigation but said violence against law enforcement cannot be justified.