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Israeli attacks in Syria raise US concern over Netanyahu: Report

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White House officials told Axios that Israel’s recent bombing of Syria’s presidential compound, general staff headquarters and defense ministry has raised alarm about Netanyahu’s unpredictable behavior.

“The feeling is that every day there is something new,” stated one senior official.

Some White House officials criticized Netanyahu’s increasing aggression, with one saying he “acted like a madman. He bombs everything all the time.”

One official warned that Netanyahu’s actions could undermine US President Donald Trump’s efforts in Syria and exhaust his goodwill.

“The bombing in Syria caught the president and the White House by surprise. The president doesn’t like turning on the television and seeing bombs dropped in a country he is seeking peace in,” said a US official.

A senior official highlighted Israel’s bombing of a church in Gaza last week, which prompted Trump to call Netanyahu demanding an explanation.

Officials emphasized the growing skepticism within Trump’s team toward the Israeli prime minister, saying he is “sometimes like a child who just won’t behave.”

Washington remains alarmed over Netanyahu and his regional policies, officials noted.

Neither Israeli nor US officials have responded to the report.

On July 13, clashes broke out between Bedouin Arab tribes and armed Druze groups in Suwayda in southern Syria.

The violence escalated and Israeli airstrikes followed, including on Syrian military positions and infrastructure in Damascus. Israel cited the need to protect the Druze community as a pretext for its attacks.

Most Druze leaders in Syria, however, have publicly rejected any foreign interference and reaffirmed their commitment to a unified Syrian state.

All parties in Syria agreed to pause the violence as of 5 pm Damascus time (1400GMT) Sunday, Tom Barrack, the US special envoy for Syria, announced.

Iran’s intelligence minister: Crucial Israeli targets exposed to Iranian armed forces

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Iran Minister of Intelligence Esmaeil Khatib

Speaking on the sidelines of a cabinet meeting, Khatib credited Iranian intelligence elements for standing up against a joint aggression by Israel and the US, launched on June 13 and left over a thousand Iranians, mostly civilians, dead.

“Thanks to the efforts of the Intelligence Ministry, the armed forces, and the Interior Ministry, full internal security was maintained during the conflict,” he said.

According to Khatib, hostile plans to trigger domestic unrest and terrorist operations were foiled, with all related suspects arrested.

He emphasized the ministry’s success in gathering detailed intelligence from inside the Israeli-occupied territories, which was shared with the military to aid in defense operations.

He also pointed to the role of coordinated drills, and praised the judiciary’s cooperation in counter-espionage efforts.

Khatib warned of ongoing foreign attempts to destabilize Iran, urging unity in the face of efforts to fuel division and polarization.

Iran agrees to new round of talks with European trio in Istanbul on Friday

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Esmael baghaei

Esmail Baghaei, quoted by Iranian state media, confirmed the high-level discussions amid escalating tensions.

Iran will be represented by senior diplomats Majid Takht-Ravanchi and Kazem Gharibabadi.

The negotiations will focus on Iran’s nuclear program. This marks the seventh round of talks between Iran and the three European parties under the current administration.

The announcement comes shortly after the E3 foreign ministers, joined by the EU’s foreign policy chief, spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, the first official contact since last month’s attacks by Israel and the US on Iran.

These European nations, alongside China and Russia, remain parties to the 2015 nuclear agreement with Iran.

The E3 have signaled they may trigger the UN’s “snapback” sanctions mechanism by the end of August if dialogue with the US, which had stalled following the US-Israeli strikes on Iran, does not resume or yield substantial progress.

Tehran to shut down on Wednesday amid soaring temperatures, water crisis

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Water Crisis

In a statement shared on social media, Mohajerani said the Cabinet’s decision comes as the Iranian capital, Tehran, endures unusually high temperatures and the country faces a worsening water shortage.
“This is an opportunity for rest, short travel, or spending time with family – while observing safety measures and energy-saving guidelines,” she wrote.

The decision follows growing concerns over the compounded impact of the heatwave and Iran’s long-standing water crisis. Authorities recently confirmed that water reserves in Tehran’s main dams have reached their lowest level in over a century, while the capital faces one of the most severe droughts in 60 years.

Meteorological forecasts indicate that temperatures in Tehran are expected to soar above 40°C (104°F) this week, exacerbating the strain on energy and water infrastructure. Officials continue to urge the public to minimize non-essential consumption of electricity and water during peak hours to prevent further pressure on national grids.

President Pezeshkian: Tackling Iran’s water crisis requires structural, region-specific solutions

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Speaking on Sunday at a government-academic symposium focused on sustainable water management, he emphasized that the water shortage is not a temporary issue but a long-term national challenge.

“The crisis cannot be solved through fragmented projects,” Pezeshkian said.

“We need consistent efforts anchored in five key pillars: integrated water-soil-crop engineering, effective education, incentive policies, strict legal enforcement against violations, and continuous evaluation and oversight.”

He called for the establishment of expert joint task forces between government bodies and academic institutions to design context-specific solutions at the provincial and county levels, noting the vast climatic and geographical differences across Iran.

Pezeshkian also highlighted the importance of raising public awareness.

“Both policymakers and citizens must understand the urgency. We must make water data widely accessible and embed water conservation into educational curricula.”

Meanwhile, Tehran’s water utility announced that current reserves in the capital’s main dams have reached their lowest levels in a century, citing an unprecedented five-year drought and record-low rainfall as contributing factors. The province now faces its most severe water stress in six decades.

Iran’s interior minister: Security indicators improved since war with Israel

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Speaking on Sunday, Momeni stated that current insecurity indicators are better compared to the same period last year.

“The general security situation in the country is excellent,” he said, attributing the outcome to strong cooperation between citizens and the military, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies.

He noted that even in provinces where adversaries were reportedly planning to incite unrest, the security situation has significantly improved. “Our preparedness and unity have proven effective,” Momeni added.

Regarding preparations for the upcoming Arbaeen pilgrimage to Iraq’s shrine cities of Najaf and Karbala attended by millions of Iranians as well as Pakistanis and Afghans, the minister said the government had initiated planning months ago.

“We recently held a trilateral meeting with the interior ministers of Iraq and Pakistan to coordinate efforts and streamline the process for pilgrims,” he said.

Momeni emphasized that while recent conflict-related issues are still being managed, ongoing national events are not being neglected.

Iran, EU3 agree to resume nuclear negotiations: Tasnim

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Nuclear Talks in Vienna

The informed source told Tasnim that Tehran and the European troika have come to an agreement in principle on the resumption of the talks about Iran’s nuclear program, but the timing and location of the negotiations are under debate.

The decision as to which country will be hosting the upcoming talks has not been finalized yet, the source said.

Tasnim had obtained information earlier that Iran was considering a request from the EU3 about the resumption of talks on the nuclear issue and the removal of sanctions.

Reports suggest that the next round of talks will be held at the level of deputy foreign ministers of Iran, the UK, France and Germany.

Iranian paramedic succumbs to injuries weeks after Israeli airstrike

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Beyranvand had volunteered for emergency response efforts from the start of the fighting and was critically wounded when warplanes targeted civilian sites in Lorestan Province, western Iran.

After 28 days of medical treatment for severe burns, he passed away on Sunday. Local sources say he worked without armor or weapon, only a medical kit in hand.

Two other paramedics, Mahmoud Zinevand and Mohammad Dalvand, also died in the same attack. Their deaths have raised protests over the targeting of civilian and noncombatants by the Israeli regime during its 12-day aggression.

The Israeli conflict, started on June 13 and ended in a late-June ceasefire, left over 1,000 Iranians dead and nearly 5,000 injured, vast majority of them civilians.

Senior IRGC cleric rejects calls for president’s dismissal, urges unity and dignified talks with US

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Masoud Pezeshkian

“In no period have officials shown this level of obedience to the Leader’s wise leadership,” Abdollah Hajji Sadeghi said, emphasizing that while certain actions might not align with personal preferences, the overall direction of the Islamic Republic remains firmly rooted in the principles of the Leader.

He warned that undermining national unity, especially after the 12-day heavy war with Israel and the US, would be detrimental.

“One of the blessings of that resistance was our internal cohesion. We must not allow that to be weakened,” he stated.

The remarks came after some political factions in Iran seek to topple the Pezeshkian administration under the pretext of his “incompetency.”

Regarding the possibility of renewed negotiations with the US, Hajji Sadeghi reiterated that any talks should reflect the Leader’s guidance.

“Negotiations are acceptable if they are conducted from a position of strength and dignity, not from weakness or desperation,” he said. “If talks are based on power, they are very welcome.”

Tehran and Washington were in the midst of indirect talks over the Iranian nuclear program, when Israel launched an unprovoked aggression against Iran on June 13.

Iran extends deadline for undocumented Afghan nationals to leave by Sep. 6 amid high temperatures

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IFP Editorial Staff
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According to a statement made during a Saturday press briefing by Ahmad Masoumi-Far in Mashhad’s provincial office, after the deadline, departures without prior coordination will incur penalties.

The event coincided with the arrival of Nur Mohammad Islamjar, governor of Herat, Afghanistan, heading an official delegation aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation.

The visit marked the launch of the sixth joint cooperation summit between Razavi Khorasan and Herat Province, focusing on economic, educational, and cultural programs.
Discussions included forming six specialized committees covering mining, agriculture, customs, trade, and vocational training.

Masoumi-Far highlighted mutual cultural and historical ties with Herat and expressed optimism about further enhancing economic and medical collaboration.

Agreements were also reached to introduce an online platform to facilitate Afghan patients’ access to health services within Iran.

Iran’s ultimatum for about 2 million illegal Afghan migrants to leave the country has triggered a mass exodus towards Afghanistan in recent months.

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