Mossad Commentary

VIOLENCE AGAINST SETTLERS An Israeli woman was wounded Wednesday morning after terrorists hurled rocks at vehicles near Ma’ale Levona in Samaria. Two vehicles were damaged. The victim was evacuated to the hospital. IDF forces launched a manhunt and temporarily encircled the nearby village of Sinjil.

CENTCOM UPDATE: U.S. forces completed another seven-hour wave of strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and along Iran’s coast. Fighter jets, drones and naval vessels targeted missile and drone sites, naval capabilities and coastal defenses threatening commercial shipping. The strikes came hours after the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports resumed. “U.S. forces remain vigilant, lethal and prepared.”

Jordan says they intercepted 3 Iranian missiles.

🇺🇸 U.S. CENTCOM Commander Brad Cooper: "Over the past seven days, Iran has intentionally targeted civilians across the region by attacking seven commercial ships resulting in nearly a dozen civilian crew members killed, missing, or injured. Iranian forces have also launched dozens of missiles and drones toward neighboring Gulf countries. U.S. forces are holding Iran accountable for unwarranted aggression that continues to endanger innocent lives."

Footage from Kuwait, after IRGC strikes

🇺🇸 WATCH: Next week will be power plants and bridges, according to President Trump

A U.S. official says no meeting has been scheduled between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite Hebrew media reports that Netanyahu is seeking to visit Washington early next week.

🇰🇼 IRANIAN STRIKE SPARKS FIRE IN KUWAIT Kuwait says a fire caused by an Iranian attack has been fully contained. Six firefighting teams, supported by the army and National Guard, responded quickly. Officials report no injuries, with damage limited to property.

IRAN ACCUSED OF ATTACKING 7 COMMERCIAL SHIPS IN ONE WEEK CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper says Iran intentionally attacked 7 commercial ships over the past 7 days, leaving “nearly a dozen” civilian crew members killed, injured, or missing. He added, “Iranian forces have also launched dozens of missiles and drones toward neighboring Gulf countries.” “US forces are holding Iran accountable for unwarranted aggression that continues to endanger innocent lives.” Source: Reuters

AIR DEFENSES ACTIVATED NEAR BUSHEHR NUCLEAR PLANT Iran’s semi-official Mehr News reports air defenses have been activated around the Bushehr nuclear power plant in southern Iran. No official explanation has been provided, and Iranian authorities have yet to comment.

GRETA THUNBERG DETAINED IN BERLIN Greta Thunberg was detained by Berlin police during a pro-Gaza sit-in outside Rheinmetall headquarters after protesters blocked access to the German defense contractor’s facility. She was later removed from the scene by officers.

🇺🇸 U.S. BACKS IRAQ-SYRIA OIL PIPELINE REVIVAL The U.S. is backing efforts to rebuild the Iraq-Syria crude oil pipeline, with American companies expected to help lead reconstruction. The revived route would provide an alternative export corridor that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz, reducing reliance on the strategically vulnerable waterway. Source: Reuters

⚽️🇦🇷 MESSI TARGETED BY ANTISEMITIC CONSPIRACY THEORIES AHEAD OF WORLD CUP CyberWell says Lionel Messi has become the latest target of antisemitic conspiracy theories tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with false claims spreading across X, Meta, and other platforms in multiple languages. The group warns the tournament’s global audience is being exploited to amplify age-old antisemitic narratives and is urging social media companies to crack down on the content.

🇺🇸 U.S. ESCALATES: CENTCOM LAUNCHES NEW STRIKES AS IRAN NAVAL BLOCKADE LOOMS CENTCOM says US forces have carried out a fourth consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting capabilities used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The US also says it is preparing to resume a naval blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas, set to take effect at 4:00 p.m. ET.

🇰🇼 KUWAIT REPORTS IRANIAN ATTACKS STRUCK NAVY VESSEL Kuwait says Iranian attacks struck one of its navy vessels, wounding four service members. The military also says it intercepted 1 ballistic missile, 5 cruise missiles, and 33 drones targeting vital and civilian infrastructure, with falling debris causing additional damage. Source: Reuters

IRAN THREATENS OIL EXPORTS AS STRAIT OF HORMUZ REOPENING DELAYED Iran’s IRGC warns that if US “evil actions” continue, “not a single drop” of oil or gas will leave the region. The IRGC also says US “aggressions” will only delay the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, claiming its attacks on US facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain were retaliation for US strikes on Iran.

IRAN-ACCUSED STRIKES IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ KILL 2 SEAFARERS The International Maritime Organization says it’s “gravely concerned” after strikes on commercial vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz killed at least two seafarers and injured several others. India has summoned an Iranian diplomat following the death of an Indian crew member. Iran is accused of striking two ships in Omani waters. Source: AFP

US CARRIES OUT ADDITIONAL STRIKES IN IRAN TO ELIMINATE “EMERGING THREATS” A US official says American forces conducted additional strikes on military targets in Iran today to eliminate “emerging threats.” The official said there were only a few new strikes and provided no further details. The latest action follows the July 13 campaign targeting Iran’s coastal defense systems, missile and drone sites, and maritime capabilities across multiple locations.

HAKEEM JEFFRIES TO OPPOSE BILL CUTTING OFF U.S. AID TO ISRAEL House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says he will vote against an amendment to cut off U.S. aid to Israel, arguing it is “overly broad” and would hinder humanitarian aid, refugee resettlement, peace-building, U.S. Embassy operations, and efforts to confront Hamas and Hezbollah. Jeffries also said House Democratic leadership will not pressure members on the vote, acknowledging “good faith reasons” for differing positions. At the same time, he reiterated that a “major reset” in U.S.-Israel relations is needed due to the Netanyahu government’s policies.