A breakthrough in Israeli-Saudi normalization is only expected at the end of the fighting in the Gaza Strip, according to this source.

In a statement, Hamas praised Tehran-its key strategic ally-for standing by the Palestinian cause and backing the resistance against Israel over decades, including during the current war that began in October 2023.

Iran and Israel have developed tacit military, economic, and intelligence cooperation based on shared geopolitical interests, notably the fear of Soviet communism, but also Pan-Arabism.

Oman and Qatar were leading efforts to begin ceasefire talks, while mediators said Iran was open to resuming nuclear negotiations if Israel’s attacks stop.

Now Iran is facing its gravest threat since that war, as the republic is bombarded by Israel, which boasts one of the world’s most sophisticated militaries, brimming with US equipment, and whose intelligence agencies have penetrated deep inside the republic.

Montana officials in Washington D.C. and Helena are reacting to Israel's attack on Iran.U.S. Senator Steve Daines, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Com

Iran is often portrayed as one of the world’s most dangerous actors. But with attacks on its defenses, nuclear sites and proxy militias, Israel has exposed a compromised and weakened adversary.

Iran must understand that there will be grave consequences for any actions they take in response to this justified attack.