Interviews with half a dozen senior Iranian officials show that they were not expecting Israel to strike before another round of talks.
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A Sprawling Israeli Intelligence Effort Underpinned the Iran Strikes
Years of intelligence collection, infiltration of Iran with commandos and weapons, and tracking of targeted commanders and scientists made the wide-ranging attacks possible.
Israeli Strikes Kill IRGC Leader and Major Nuclear Scientists
The Israeli strikes killed at least three of Iran’s top military commanders, as well as nuclear scientists and other leadership figures.
What to Know About the U.S. Strike on Iran and the Israel-Iran Cease-Fire
A shaky truce between Israel and Iran, announced after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear sites, appeared to be holding.
Cargo That Set Off Blast at Iran Port Was Improperly Documented, Investigators Say
The death toll from the explosion rose to 70, as officials said the massive blast involved a shipment whose documentation obscured the nature of the substances it carried.
Why Iran’s Supreme Leader Came Around to Nuclear Talks With Trump
Top Iranian officials pressed the country’s leader to reverse his position, arguing that the risk of war with the United States and the worsening economic crisis could topple the regime.
Italian Reporter’s Ordeal in Iranian Prison: ‘I Was Trapped in a Game’
Cecilia Sala found herself in the middle of Iran’s hostage diplomacy.
Italian Journalist Is Detained While Reporting in Iran
Cecilia Sala, 29, was arrested on Dec. 19, but news of her detention only became public on Friday. The reason for the arrest of Ms. Sala, a well-known reporter, has not been made public.
Iranians Confront Their Leaders Over Syria Debacle
For decades, Iran poured money and military aid into Syria, backing the Assad regime in its ambition to confront Israel. Now many Iranians are openly asking why.
Stunned Iranian Officials Try to Distance Their Country From Assad
A reckoning emerged in Iran on Sunday as officials and commentators swiftly moved to distance the government from a tyrant it had supported.