The news network Iran International reported a significant fire at a manufacturing facility operated by a company that markets explosives and is linked to the Islamic Republic’s drone industry. The extent of the damage remains unclear.
Trump had initially set a two-month timeline for efforts to reach an agreement. However, according to an Israeli official, this period is expected to be extended. Minister Ron Dermer said that he is "confident President Trump will not agree to a bad deal."
According to a report from Tehran, Iran’s Deputy Minister of Communications announced that authorities had successfully prevented a massive cyberattack targeting the country’s infrastructure.
According to reports, negotiations between Araghchi and Witkoff lasted about six hours and were conducted through Omani mediators, a week after the second round in Rome, which both sides described as constructive.
A senior Iranian official claimed that explosive materials had been planted inside containers either in the country of origin of the goods or along the transportation routes, leading to the explosion that killed 36. He added that blasts occurred simultaneously at four different sites. However, security camera footage showed that prior to one of the explosions, there had been a fire outbreak in a container at the port, which, according to authorities, contained hazardous chemicals.
New intelligence documents reveal Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's frustration with Iran's limited financial support, diplomatic strategy against Israel, and coordination with Qatar.
The port handles approximately 90% of Iran’s imports. The explosion was heard as far as 50 kilometers (about 31 miles) away, and the force of the blast shattered windows in buildings within a radius of several kilometers. As of now, the cause of the explosion remains unknown.
The agenda is expected to include the continuation of Israeli-Turkish negotiations on Syria, mediated by Azerbaijan, discussions on Azerbaijan potentially joining the Abraham Accords, and further deepening of bilateral relations between the two countries.
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas launched a scathing attack on the terrorist organization during a rare public condemnation at a central Fatah Council conference in Ramallah.
The trip follows "technical talks" held in Baku between Israeli and Turkish delegations. Bilateral cooperation between Israel and Azerbaijan is expected to be a key focus of the discussions.