3 Killed In Shooting At San Diego Mosque; 2 Teen Suspects Found Dead, FBI Probes Hate Crime

<p>Three men were killed in a shooting at a mosque in San Diego on Monday, while two teenage suspects were also found dead, as investigators launched a hate crime probe into the attack.</p> <p>Among those killed was a security guard at the Islamic Center of San Diego, San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl said during a press briefing held at a neighborhood park across from the mosque, Associated Press reported.</p> <p>Police have not yet disclosed further details regarding the motive behind the attack, but Wahl said the case is being treated as a hate crime investigation.</p> <p><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R1PVE44xJog?si=sKg3o6bQg9NeHYha" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p><strong>ALSO READ: <a href="https://news.abplive.com/news/world/turkey-shooting-gunman-kills-4-injures-8-in-mersin-province-1844496">Turkey Shooting: Gunman Kills 4, Injures 8 In Mersin Province</a></strong></p> <h3>Children Evacuated From Mosque Premises</h3> <p>Television aerial footage showed more than a dozen children being escorted out of the mosque parking lot while holding hands, as a heavy police presence surrounded the area.</p> <p>The Islamic Center of San Diego, regarded as the largest mosque in San Diego County, also houses the Al Rashid School, which offers classes in Arabic, Islamic studies and the Quran for children aged five and above, according to information on the institution&rsquo;s website.</p> <p>The white-colored mosque is situated in a residential neighborhood lined with apartments, homes and strip malls, including several Middle Eastern restaurants and markets.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>ALSO READ: <a href="https://news.abplive.com/news/india/us-extends-sanction-waiver-on-russian-oil-by-30-days-to-aid-vulnerable-nations-1844495">US Extends Sanction Waiver On Russian Oil By 30 Days To Aid Vulnerable Nations</a></strong></p> <h3>Mosque Known For Interfaith Outreach</h3> <p>Standing alongside the police chief during the briefing, Imam Taha Hassane said the mosque had long focused on interfaith engagement and community outreach efforts. He noted that a group of non-Muslim visitors had toured the mosque earlier on Monday to learn more about Islam, AP reported.</p> <p>According to the Islamic Center&rsquo;s website, its mission extends beyond serving the Muslim community and includes efforts to &ldquo;work with the larger community to serve the less fortunate, to educate, and to better our nation.&rdquo;</p> <p>The mosque hosts five daily prayers and frequently collaborates with people and organizations from different faiths on social causes.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>ALSO READ: <a href="https://news.abplive.com/news/world/us-iran-war-news-live-update-us-ready-to-release-25-of-iran-s-frozen-funds-trump-softens-stand-on-oil-sanctions-1844492">US Ready To Release 25% Of Iran&rsquo;s Frozen Funds, Trump Softens Stand On Oil Sanctions: Report</a></strong></p> <h3>Governor Briefed On Incident</h3> <p>California Governor Gavin Newsom has been briefed on the shooting, his office said.</p> <p>&ldquo;We are grateful to the first responders on the scene working to protect the community and urge everyone to follow guidance from local authorities,&rdquo; the governor&rsquo;s office said in a post on X.</p>

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Trump holds off strikes on Iran planned for Tuesday at Arab leaders' request

<p>Washington, May 19 (PTI): US President Donald Trump has said he was holding up fresh strikes at Iran at the request of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.</p><p>Trump made the announcement on Truth Social on Monday late afternoon, without any reference to Pakistan, the mediator in the US-Iran war.</p><p>“I have been asked by the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to hold off on our planned Military attack of the Islamic Republic of Iran, which was scheduled for tomorrow (Tuesday),” Trump said.</p><p>The President said that serious negotiations are now taking place, and that, in their opinion, as Great Leaders and Allies, a Deal will be made, which will be very acceptable to the United States of America, as well as all countries in the West Asia and beyond.  “This Deal will include, importantly, NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS FOR IRAN! Based on my respect for the above mentioned Leaders, I have instructed Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, The Chairman of The Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Daniel Caine, and The United States Military, that we will NOT be doing the scheduled attack of Iran tomorrow, but have further instructed them to be prepared to go forward with a full, large scale assault of Iran, on a moment’s notice, in the event that an acceptable Deal is not reached,” Trump said.</p><p>Trump was expected to convene his top national security team in the Situation Room on Tuesday to discuss military options, two US officials told Axios.</p><p>Before his announcement, Trump spoke on the phone with the leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE, two sources with knowledge said, according to Axios. PTI SKU  RD RD</p><p><i>(This story is published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. No editing has been done in the headline or the body by ABP Live.)</i></p>

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Pak's ‘Double Game’? Mediation Role Questioned After Troops Deployed In Saudi Arabia

<div class="qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot"> <div class="" data-turn-id-container="request-6a0ade87-c36c-8322-8747-856bcce717d1-23" data-is-intersecting="true"> <div class="relative w-full overflow-visible"> <section class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-6a0ade87-c36c-8322-8747-856bcce717d1-23" data-turn-id-container="request-6a0ade87-c36c-8322-8747-856bcce717d1-23" data-testid="conversation-turn-86" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="adad1325-d65f-48fd-b938-6dd7b217d0bf" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="292">Amid the ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East, questions are being raised over whether Pakistan is playing a &ldquo;double game&rdquo; as it continues to position itself as a mediator while simultaneously strengthening military deployments in Saudi Arabia under a bilateral defence agreement.</p> <p data-start="294" data-end="624">According to reports, Pakistan has deployed nearly 8,000 troops, a fleet of fighter jets and a Chinese-imported air defence system in Saudi Arabia at a time when the regional conflict is nearing its 12th week. The move has drawn attention as Pakistan has also been actively involved in mediation efforts between the warring sides.</p> <h2 data-section-id="kf7d4d" data-start="626" data-end="682">Chinese-Made Fighter Jets&nbsp;</h2> <p data-start="684" data-end="925">Three Pakistani security officials and two government sources confirmed the defence deployments to a news agency. The military assets reportedly include around 16 Chinese-made JF-17 fighter jets, which arrived in Saudi Arabia in early April.</p> <p data-start="927" data-end="1113">The deployment also includes two squadrons of drones and an HQ-9 surface-to-air missile defence system. Pakistan is overseeing the operations, while Saudi Arabia is bearing the expenses.</p> <p data-start="1115" data-end="1231">According to Reuters, the deployment could also include the possibility of sending Pakistani warships to the region.</p> <h2 data-section-id="172z7ce" data-start="1233" data-end="1277">Pakistan&rsquo;s Mediation Role Under Scrutiny</h2> <p data-start="1279" data-end="1519">Pakistan has been engaged in diplomatic efforts since March to push for an end to the conflict and has even hosted direct talks between the two sides. However, the initial round of negotiations reportedly failed to produce any breakthrough.</p> <p data-start="1521" data-end="1792">During the conflict, Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir is said to have spoken multiple times with US President Donald Trump. Trump has also claimed on several occasions that he refrained from launching attacks following requests from Pakistan&rsquo;s Prime Minister.</p> <p data-start="1794" data-end="1949">Despite these diplomatic efforts, Pakistan&rsquo;s continued military deployment in Saudi Arabia has triggered questions over its balancing role in the conflict.</p> <h2 data-section-id="1bzy2hr" data-start="1951" data-end="2008">Up To 80,000 Troops Deployment Allowed</h2> <p data-start="2010" data-end="2167">Under the defence agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, Islamabad can deploy nearly 80,000 troops in the Kingdom, according to provisions in the pact.</p> <p data-start="2169" data-end="2329">Reuters had earlier reported that Pakistan began deploying forces after Iran allegedly targeted Saudi infrastructure, resulting in the death of a Saudi citizen.</p> <p data-start="2331" data-end="2461" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">However, Pakistani authorities have not officially responded to reports regarding the latest military deployments in Saudi Arabia.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div>

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Turkey Shooting: Gunman Kills 4, Injures 8 In Mersin Province

<p>At least four people were killed and eight others injured after a gunman opened fire in southern Turkey&rsquo;s Mersin province on Monday. According to local media reports, the shooting began at a restaurant in the Tarsus district before the attacker continued firing at multiple locations nearby. Turkish authorities have launched a large-scale manhunt to trace the suspect, who is reportedly a 17-year-old teenager. Police teams, supported by helicopters, have been deployed across the area as investigations continue into the motive behind the attack. Officials have not yet confirmed whether the victims were specifically targeted or chosen at random.</p> <h2>Shooting Spree Leaves Four Dead</h2> <p>According to Turkish media reports, two of the victims were killed inside the restaurant where the attack first began. They are believed to be the restaurant owner and an employee.</p> <p>The gunman later continued shooting outside the premises, allegedly killing a shepherd grazing sheep nearby and a lorry driver passing through the area.</p> <p>Authorities said eight other people were injured during the incident, though details regarding their condition have not yet been officially released. Emergency medical teams and police personnel were sent to several locations linked to the attack.</p> <p><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://news.abplive.com/news/world/us-iran-war-news-live-update-us-ready-to-release-25-of-iran-s-frozen-funds-trump-softens-stand-on-oil-sanctions-1844492">US Ready To Release 25% Of Iran&rsquo;s Frozen Funds, Trump Softens Stand On Oil Sanctions</a></p> <h2>Massive Manhunt Underway</h2> <p>Police have launched a major search operation to arrest the suspect, with helicopter support being used to track his movements after he reportedly fled the scene in a car.</p> <p>Turkish authorities are continuing to investigate the motive behind the shooting, while officials have not yet publicly identified the victims. No group or organisation has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.</p> <p>The incident has raised fresh security concerns in the region as investigators work to determine whether the attack was planned or carried out at random.</p> <p><strong>Also Read:</strong> <a href="https://news.abplive.com/business/us-iran-war-news-live-gold-prices-rise-as-weak-dollar-and-middle-east-tensions-rattle-markets-1844481">Gold Prices Rise As Weak Dollar And Middle East Tensions Rattle Markets</a></p>

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‘Attempt To Overthrow Islamic System’: Iran President Pezeshkian Slams US, Israel

<p data-start="0" data-end="279"><span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Masoud Pezeshkian</span></span> accused Western powers and their regional allies of carrying out a coordinated campaign aimed at destabilising Iran, claiming the recent military actions against the country were designed to trigger internal unrest and weaken the government.&nbsp;According to Iranian state media <span class="" data-state="closed">Press TV</span>, Pezeshkian said the attacks were deliberately calibrated to disrupt domestic stability and directly target the foundations of Iran&rsquo;s leadership structure, ANI reported.</p> <h2 data-start="281" data-end="507">'Attempted To Destabilise Iran'</h2> <div class="qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot"> <div class="" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-46" data-is-intersecting="true"> <div class="relative w-full overflow-visible"> <section class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-46" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-46" data-testid="conversation-turn-76" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="a65d8a7b-8f1e-4439-9490-bc5aca22dfd6" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="247">Elaborating on what Tehran sees as the broader objective behind the recent escalation, <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Masoud Pezeshkian</span></span> directly accused the United States and Israel of attempting to destabilise the country and undermine its political system.</p> <p data-start="249" data-end="442">&ldquo;The primary objective of the United States and the Zionist regime in attacking Iran was to create internal instability and attempt to weaken and overthrow the Islamic system,&rdquo; Pezeshkian said.</p> <p data-start="444" data-end="785" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">According to Iranian media reports on Sunday, Tehran believes this alleged strategy of destabilisation is also contributing to the ongoing diplomatic deadlock. Reports claimed that the United States failed to offer any significant concessions in its latest response to Iran&rsquo;s proposed framework for negotiations aimed at ending the conflict.</p> <h2 data-start="444" data-end="785">US Refused To Release&nbsp;</h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"> <div class="qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot"> <div class="" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-47" data-is-intersecting="true"> <div class="relative w-full overflow-visible"> <section class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-47" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-47" data-testid="conversation-turn-78" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="5c573332-d88f-4e9e-bb0f-87f35e6465bb" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="316">According to Iran&rsquo;s <span class="" data-state="closed"><a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fars News Agency</a></span>, the latest US proposal included a five-point framework that Tehran viewed unfavourably. The report claimed Washington demanded that Iran retain only one operational nuclear facility and transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to the United States.</p> <p data-start="318" data-end="509">Fars also reported that the US refused to release &ldquo;even 25 per cent&rdquo; of Iran&rsquo;s frozen overseas assets or provide compensation for damages caused during the conflict that began on February 28.</p> <p data-start="511" data-end="745" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The state-affiliated outlet further claimed that Washington linked a complete halt in hostilities to the start of formal negotiations, a condition Tehran reportedly considers a strategic tactic rather than a genuine attempt at peace.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"> <p data-start="0" data-end="191">Iran&rsquo;s <span class="" data-state="closed">Mehr News Agency</span> also criticised the ongoing diplomatic stalemate, claiming Washington was seeking gains through negotiations that it could not achieve militarily.</p> <p data-start="193" data-end="384">&ldquo;The United States, offering no tangible concessions, wants to obtain concessions that it failed to obtain during the war, which will lead to an impasse in the negotiations,&rdquo; the agency said.</p> <p data-start="386" data-end="765" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">The criticism came after Tehran reportedly presented its own broader proposal for regional de-escalation, sharply differing from the US position. According to the report, Iran&rsquo;s framework called for an end to hostilities across all fronts, including Israel&rsquo;s military operations in Lebanon, along with the lifting of the US naval blockade imposed on Iranian ports since April 13.</p> </div> <div class="mt-3 w-full empty:hidden"> <div class="text-center"> <p data-start="0" data-end="144">Iran also called for the full removal of economic restrictions imposed by the United States as part of its proposed framework for de-escalation.</p> <p data-start="146" data-end="374" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">According to the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Tehran further demanded the lifting of all US sanctions and the release of Iranian assets frozen overseas under longstanding American sanctions during a press conference held last week.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <div class="contents">&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)-14*var(--spacing))]" aria-hidden="true">&nbsp;</div>

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‘Clock Is Ticking, Better Get Moving’: Trump Issues Fresh Warning To Iran

<p>US President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to Iran in a strongly worded post on Truth Social, saying Tehran was running out of time to act amid escalating tensions between the two countries.</p> <p>&ldquo;For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won&rsquo;t be anything left of them. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE!&rdquo; Trump wrote on the social media platform.</p> <p>The latest remarks come as negotiations and backchannel discussions between Washington and Tehran remain strained over Iran&rsquo;s nuclear programme, sanctions and regional security issues. Trump has repeatedly warned that Iran must agree to US conditions or face severe consequences</p>

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Trump Speaks With Israeli PM Netanyahu, West Asia Tensions On Agenda

<div class="qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot"> <div class="" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-40" data-is-intersecting="true"> <div class="relative w-full overflow-visible"> <section class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-40" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:1dcd75dc-5d47-4e15-b99c-0bbc4a28e076-40" data-testid="conversation-turn-66" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="062ba79d-5941-4ab4-bf5b-79924dcc125f" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="247"><span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Donald Trump</span></span> on Sunday held a phone conversation with <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Benjamin Netanyahu</span></span>, with discussions reportedly focusing on Iran amid rising tensions in the region, according to an Israeli official cited by Axios.</p> <p data-start="249" data-end="499">Earlier in the day, Netanyahu had confirmed that he was scheduled to speak with Trump and expected to receive updates regarding the US President&rsquo;s upcoming China visit. He had also indicated that Iran would likely be a key subject during their talks.</p> <p data-start="501" data-end="839">The conversation comes amid growing speculation over a possible escalation involving Iran. According to Fox News, regional intelligence assessments suggest renewed military strikes could be considered due to Trump&rsquo;s frustration over Iran&rsquo;s strategy during the Strait of Hormuz crisis and Tehran&rsquo;s refusal to abandon its nuclear ambitions.</p> <h2 data-start="501" data-end="839">'Deception And Delay' Strategy</h2> <p data-start="841" data-end="1034">Two regional intelligence officials told Fox News that Iran is allegedly pursuing a &ldquo;deception and delay&rdquo; strategy in an attempt to complicate any potential return to military action by the US.</p> <p data-start="1036" data-end="1351">&ldquo;The prevailing assessment inside Iran is that President Trump may resort to restarting military action,&rdquo; the officials reportedly said, adding that Tehran believes extending the crisis for at least two more weeks could make any renewed military campaign politically and operationally more difficult for Washington.</p> <h2 data-start="1036" data-end="1351">Iran Reviewing Global Events</h2> <p data-start="1353" data-end="1550">The report also claimed Iranian officials are viewing upcoming global events, including the FIFA World Cup and America&rsquo;s 250th anniversary celebrations, as factors that may work in Tehran&rsquo;s favour.</p> <p data-start="1658" data-end="1994" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Meanwhile, the impact of the US-led blockade on Iran is reportedly becoming more visible on the ground. A senior Israeli official said early signs of a fuel crisis have started emerging inside Iran, with long queues being reported at petrol stations alongside growing public frustration over fuel shortages and distribution disruptions.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </div> </div> </div>

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