Middle East conflict live updates: U.S. and Europe weigh sanctions against Iran after attack on Israel
Washington plans to impose new sanctions to “degrade Iran’s military capacity” after it fired drones and missiles at Israel, the top U.S. security adviser said.
By Rachel Pannett and Annabelle TimsitThe desperate alignment of Russia, China, Iran and North Korea
These disparate countries have been driven together through a combination of factors, including U.S. sanctions. Ripping them apart will be far harder.
By Adam TaylorIsrael’s military chief warns Iran will ‘face consequences’ for attack
Iran warned against further escalation, with its president saying reprisal would “be confronted with a severe, extensive and painful response.”
By Andrew Jeong, Annabelle Timsit and Bryan PietschHomes burned, animals killed: Palestinians describe Israeli settler rampage
The weekend attack by Israeli settlers on al-Mughayyir and other Palestinian villages in the occupied West Bank was the worst anyone in the area could remember.
By Louisa Loveluck and Sufian TahaPalestinian paramedics said Israel gave them safe passage to save a 6-year-old girl in Gaza. They were all killed.
A Washington Post examination raises questions about Israel’s assertion that its forces were “not present near the vehicle or within the firing range” of 6-year-old Hind Rajab.
By Meg Kelly, Hajar Harb, Louisa Loveluck, Miriam Berger and Cate BrownWhat to know about Shahed-136 drones, which Iran used to attack Israel
Pairing relatively lightweight explosives with a commercial satellite guidance system has allowed Iran to produce Shahed-136 drones at an unparalleled low cost.
By Cate Brown and William NeffIran and Israel’s shadow war has lasted years: Key moments before the attack
Iran launched its first-ever direct attack at Israel with more than 300 missiles and drones. Here are some key events that led to the Iran attack on Israel.
By Annabelle Timsit and Sammy WestfallWave of pro-Palestinian protests closes bridges, major roads across U.S.
Protesters stopped traffic in both directions on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and disrupted traffic to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, authorities reported.
By Daniel Wu and Niha MasihIran’s escalation with Israel shifts focus away from Gaza
The back-and-forth with Iran has offered Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu something of a diversion from the more immediate crisis at hand.
By Ishaan TharoorIsrael weighs response to Iranian attack
Israel’s war cabinet met to consider its response to an unprecedented Iranian attack. Biden and other world leaders called for restraint.
By Rachel Pannett, Leo Sands and Cate BrownRussian weapons help Iran harden defenses against Israeli airstrike
Intelligence officials say Tehran’s growing partnership with Moscow is strengthening the capabilities of both countries.
By Joby WarrickIsrael weighs strike on Iran to ‘send a message’ while preserving alliance
The multilateral effort to repel the Iranian strike could be an opportunity for Israel to return to the international fold after widespread condemnation of its war in Gaza.
By Steve Hendrix, Loveday Morris and Shira RubinWhy did Iran attack Israel? What to know about the strikes, U.S. response.
Iran said the attack — more than 300 drones and missiles — was retaliation for an Israeli strike on an Iranian diplomatic compound in Damascus, Syria, on April 1.
By Niha Masih, Jennifer Hassan and Maham JavaidIron Dome, David’s Sling, Arrow: Israel’s air defense against Iran, explained
Israel’s air defense systems and a U.S.-led coalition intercepted 99 percent of Iranian drones and missiles fired in the weekend attack, Israeli officials said.
By Niha Masih, Loveday Morris, Júlia Ledur, Samuel Granados and Tim MekoU.S. military review disputes that Marines had Kabul bomber in sights
The newly released findings contradict allegations made by Marines who survived a devastating bombing during the U.S. evacuation from Afghanistan.
By Dan LamotheMost U.N. Security Council members condemn Iranian attack, urge ‘restraint’
Ambassadors for Iran, Syria, Russia and China criticized the support of the United States and other countries that helped shoot down the drones and missiles Sunday.
By Niha Masih, Rachel Pannett, Annabelle Timsit, Jennifer Hassan, Ben Brasch, Maham Javaid, Praveena Somasundaram and Daniel WuBiden counsels Netanyahu to ‘slow things down’ after Iranian attack
Biden administration officials said the U.S. won’t join any Israeli response to Iran’s attack and urged the Netanyahu government to avoid escalation.
By Karen DeYoung and Matt ViserArab nations call for restraint as Israel-Iran conflict intensifies
Arab governments, already struggling to contain popular fury at the war in Gaza, pleaded for calm after Iran’s drone and missile attacks on Israel.
By Kareem Fahim, Sarah Dadouch, Claire Parker and Mustafa SalimIsrael mulls response after U.S.-led alliance fends off Iranian barrage
The nightmare scenario Israeli leaders had long warned about — a direct attack from Iran — showcased the regional coalition and high-tech systems built to repel such an assault.
By Shira Rubin, Steve Hendrix and Loveday MorrisIran crosses old red lines and sets ‘new equation’ with attack on Israel
Iran’s attack against Israel was unprecedented in scope, but analysts said it was also clearly telegraphed and carefully choreographed to minimize death and destruction.
By Susannah George