Live Updates: Trump reportedly preparing for extended Iran blockade as US imposes fresh sanctions

April 29, 4:28 AM

Trump tells aides to prepare for extended blockade of Iran, WSJ reports

April 29, 4:27 AM

Trump says King Charles agrees Iran must not get nuclear bomb

April 29, 3:50 AM

US imposes fresh sanctions targeting Iran's covert 'shadow banking' financial network

The move comes after the US said on Friday it had imposed sanctions on an independent "teapot" refinery in China for buying billions of dollars' worth of Iranian oil.

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The American flag flies next to the South Portico of the White House on January 31, 2026 in Washington, DC.

(photo credit: Al Drago/Getty Images)

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April 29, 12:40 AM

IDF shoots down drone from Lebanon

April 28, 11:48 PM

Civilian contractor brought in by Defense Ministry killed in Lebanon

The IDF stated that his family had been notified by the Israel Police, and extended its condolences to them.

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IDF soldiers operate in southern Lebanon, published April 28, 2026.

(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)

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April 28, 9:30 PM

US sanctions 35 entities and individuals over Iran’s shadow banking system

April 28, 8:18 PM

WATCH: IDF dismantles largest Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon

The IDF said that the tunnel runs two kilometers in length and 10 kilometers in width, and was capable of fitting thousands of terrorists.

April 28, 8:18 PM

Netanyahu: 'Hand still outstretched' after destruction of Hezbollah tunnel

April 28, 7:16 PM

IDF blows up Lebanon tunnel

April 28, 6:27 PM

Sirens sounded in Misgav Am after targets intercepted in Lebanon