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The Sun
6 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Iran says it STILL has material to make nuke weapon despite Israeli blitz after Trump gives 2-week deadline to surrender
IRAN has boasted that it still has the material to make a nuclear weapon - despite Israel decimating a number of its sites. It comes after Trump gave Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a final two-week deadline to strike a nuclear deal or face 'grave consequences' from US strikes. 4 4 4 4 Iranian commander Mohsen Rezaei said yesterday: "Israel hit Natanz, Isfahan, Khandab, and Arak, but they were already evacuated. "All the materials have been moved to a safe place." But the commander's claims don't appear to align with reality, with shocking satellite pictures showing Iran's nuclear power plant with a gaping hole after Israeli precision airstrikes. Meanwhile President Trump is said to have privately approved plans for bombing Iran's key nuclear site Fordow, but is waiting for Tehran to come back to the negotiating table. On Wednesday he said he "may" join Israel's campaign of bombing Iran, but added: "I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do." But the White House on Thursday revealed that the president will decide on whether the US will get involved in the Israel-Iran conflict in the "next two weeks". Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced the deadline and reiterated claims that Iran is just "weeks away" from producing a nuclear weapon. However, the claim contradicts American and Israeli intelligence analysis, as well as reports by the IAEA and independent experts, which conclude Iran "was not weeks away" from developing an actual bomb. But Israel said it will not wait long for Trump's decision to strike Iran, two sources close to the operation told Iran International. It said that if Trump does not intervene, Israel will take the initiative to attack the Fordow enrichment plant itself, which is at the heart of Tehran's nuclear program. A ground attack on the site would be on a scale never before attempted and involve flying or parachuting in scores of troops and sabotage specialists. European foreign ministers are expected to turn screws on their Iranian counterpart today to try and de-escalate the conflict. Ministers from Britain, France and Germany, as well as the European Union's foreign policy chief spoke to Abbas Araqchi earlier this week and have been coordinating with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. In a rare call, they pressed upon Araqchi the need to return to the negotiating table and avoid further escalation in the spiralling conflict. At Iran's suggestion, the two sides agreed to meet face-to-face. Despite the new, significant European involvement - Iran shows no sign of backing down.
See - Sada Elbalad
11 hours ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Iranian Missile Falls Near Microsoft Office in Israel
Taarek Refaat Israeli media reported that an Iranian missile fell in the city of Be'er Sheva, injuring 18 people, according to initial reports. The footage showed a Microsoft building, reflecting Tehran's repeated statements about targeting scientific and intelligence centers and headquarters affiliated with or working for the Israeli military. Videos circulated on social media showing fires in the areas where the rockets landed, including Beersheba, Nevatim, and Rahat, in addition to the burning of several cars parked in the area. An Israeli military spokesperson stated: "The IDF identified missile launches from Iran toward Israel a short while ago, and defense systems are working to intercept the threat. Citizens should head to protected areas and remain there until further notice." After assessing the situation, the Israeli Home Front Command announced that it was permissible to leave protected areas, noting that search and rescue units were operating at the site of the missile strike, stressing the need for the public to continue following security instructions. In this context, the Israeli military announced, in the early hours of Friday morning, that it had intercepted three Iranian drones en route to Israeli territory, amid escalating military tensions between the two sides. In contrast, former commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Mohsen Rezaei confirmed that Iran has so far launched more than 400 missiles and 600 drones toward Israel as part of ongoing military operations. Rezaei added, in statements reported by Iranian media, that his country has used less than 30% of its actual military capabilities, while the potential use rate is only about 5%. Rezaei revealed the existence of new missile capabilities that will be announced soon, noting that naval and land capabilities have not yet been used in the confrontation. He explained that what has been achieved so far reflects a limited portion of Iran's military power, which could pave the way for further escalation if the clashes continue. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean News 3 Killed in Shooting Attack in Thailand
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
We've used just 5% of total potential: Iranian general says only 30% of military strength deployed, warns they are escalating slowly
Ceasefire will help weakened enemy, says Iran 'Pakistan will nuke Israel' Live Events MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT Pakistan's defence minister calls for Muslim unity Rising toll from Israel-Iran missile exchange (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Iranian Revolutionary Guard senior commander General Mohsen Rezaei has claimed that Iran has deployed only 30 per cent of its current military capabilities and just 5 per cent of its total potential in the ongoing conflict with Israel. He warned that any ceasefire at this stage would allow Israel to regroup and restart attacks. 'We have not yet used all of our weapons, nor the Strait of Hormuz , nor oil, nor naval power, nor the capabilities of our friends and allies,' Rezaei said during a televised hinted that Tehran is ready to intensify military operations further if required. Rezaei said agreeing to a ceasefire now would be a strategic mistake. 'Agreeing to a ceasefire at this stage would only reignite conflict allowing a weakened enemy to regroup,' he warned. According to him, Iran is 'steadily intensifying its military campaign,' and the military has deliberately escalated operations slowly.'One of the reasons we are gradually escalating operations is to give people the opportunity to leave the area,' he in the week, Rezaei also claimed that Pakistan had assured Iran it would retaliate with nuclear weapons if Israel launched a nuclear strike on Iranian territory.'Pakistan has assured us that if Israel uses a nuclear bomb on Iran, they will attack Israel with a nuclear bomb,' said comment was made on Iranian state television, but no Pakistani official has publicly confirmed or responded to the June 14, Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif addressed the national assembly, saying, 'Israel has targeted Iran, Yemen, and Palestine. If Muslim nations don't unite now, each will face the same fate.'He also urged Muslim-majority nations to sever diplomatic ties with Israel and called on the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to create a joint strategy in launched a coordinated wave of airstrikes across Iran on June 14, targeting military and nuclear infrastructure. In response, Iran launched missile attacks into Israeli territory. Despite growing casualties and regional tensions, Iran has signalled that the conflict could escalate further.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Amid Irans Threat To Israel, A Look At How Many Nuclear Warheads Pakistan Has
Iran's National Security Council member and IRGC General Mohsen Rezaei recently claimed that Pakistan had assured nuclear retaliation against Israel in the event of a nuclear attack on Iran. The statement was made during a televised interview amid ongoing missile exchanges between Iran and Israel. So far, around 248 deaths have been reported, 230 in Iran and 18 in Israel. "Pakistan has assured us that if Israel uses a nuclear bomb on Iran, they will retaliate with a nuclear bomb on Israel," Rezaei stated. Pakistan, however, has firmly denied this claim. This isn't the first time Pakistan's nuclear arsenal has been referenced during a conflict. Over the years, several Pakistani military officials and politicians have cited the country's nuclear capability amid heightened tensions. Earlier in April 2025, tensions escalated sharply when Pakistan's Minister Hanif Abbasi openly threatened India with nuclear retaliation. He stated that Pakistan's missile systems- Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi-along with 130 nuclear warheads, are "kept only for India." Given the frequent references to Pakistan's nuclear capability, here's a closer look at the country's nuclear strength, based on a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. Pakistan's Nuclear Arsenal: Estimated to possess 100-120 nuclear weapons. Delivery Methods: These warheads are designed for delivery via aircraft and land-based missiles. Storage Protocols: It's widely believed that in peacetime, Pakistan stores warheads separately from their delivery systems. Official Stance: The Strategic Plans Division (SPD), which controls the arsenal, has not confirmed these arrangements publicly. Warhead Material: Pakistan's nuclear weapons are believed to use highly enriched uranium (HEU). Production Facilities: HEU is produced at gas centrifuge facilities located in Kahuta and Gadwal, Punjab.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan to attack Israel with nuclear missile? Islamabad issues big statement
Pakistan has denied claims of a top Iranian general who said that Islamabad has assured Iran that if Israel uses nuclear weapons, Pakistan will retaliate with nuclear strikes as well. A Senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) general and Iranian National Security Council member, Mohsen Rezaei had made the statement that stirred global alarm. "Pakistan has told us that if Israel uses nuclear missiles, we will also attack it with nuclear weapons," Rezaei had said during the interview on Iranian state television. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo ALSO READ: Radiological contamination possible inside Iran's main nuclear enrichment facility after Israeli strikes: UN top agency issues big warning Pakistan's Finance Minister Ishaq Dar in the country's parliament has rejected Iran's claims saying this is an 'irresponsible and false piece of news' that is circulating on social media. He said the statement is fabricated. Pakistan's nuclear weapons are for its own security and stability, he added. Live Events Pakistan's strong support for Iran Pakistan has expressed firm solidarity with Iran following Israeli attacks. Pakistan's defense minister Khawaja Asif, speaking in the National Assembly on June 14, called for Muslim nations to unite against Israel, warning that Israel's aggression targets not only Iran but also Yemen and Palestine, and that failure to unite would leave all Muslim countries vulnerable to similar attacks. ALSO READ: Iran-Israel conflict: How secret friends turned bitter enemies He urged Muslim countries maintaining diplomatic ties with Israel to sever them immediately and called on the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to convene and devise a joint strategy. Asif emphasized Pakistan's deep ties with Iran and pledged support for Tehran at all international forums to protect its interests. ALSO READ: Iran-Israel war: Govt to meet stakeholders this week to assess impact on India's trade Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also reaffirmed Pakistan's solidarity with Iran in a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, condemning Israel's attacks as violations of Iran's sovereignty and a threat to regional and global peace. He urged the international community and the United Nations to take urgent action to halt Israel's aggression and reiterated Pakistan's commitment to promoting peace in the region. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes have targeted Iranian nuclear and military facilities, prompting retaliatory missile strikes from Iran. Casualties have been reported on both sides amid ongoing hostilities
