HEADLINES
Four Strike Windows Amid Iran Talks
Iran Moves Enriched Uranium Abroad
Border Police Officer Killed in Accident

The time is now 3:02 PM in New York, I'm Noa Levi and this is the latest Israel Today: Ongoing War Report.

In the conflict with Iran and its Regional Proxies, four timing scenarios are being discussed for when a strike might begin if no deal is reached. Analysts outline these options as Washington weighs domestic and international pressures. One possibility is a strike between Sunday and Thursday if Trump has already decided to act but is waiting for key pieces to fall into place and for signs that negotiations will not yield fruit. A second possibility would place an attack on Thursday if Iran makes an offer that is immediately rejected, though that scenario is viewed as less likely because a US–Iran meeting is expected that day. A third option has the attack timed for the beginning or middle of next week, seen by many as the most likely window after Trump issued a two-week deadline to reach an agreement, a deadline that has waxed or waned in his statements. Analysts say the timing remains uncertain amid competing pressures at home and abroad. Separately, Tehran is signaling readiness to offer concessions in talks with the United States. A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran would consider major steps related to its nuclear program in return for sanctions relief and recognition of its right to peaceful enrichment, including sending half of its most highly enriched uranium abroad, diluting the rest, and joining a regional enrichment consortium, moves intended to keep diplomacy alive and avert a major US strike. In a related strand, an opinion piece argues that regime change in Iran would work best if an Iranian counterpart with political credibility is part of the plan, highlighting Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi as a credible alternative capable of mobilizing support, coordinating with international partners, and presenting a clear policy path. The piece notes Iran’s recent uprisings and international demonstrations as examples of public energy that could be translated into lasting political change. Meanwhile, a Tehran resident told KAN that many Iranians would prefer focused Israeli strikes, viewing such action as potentially more restrained than a broader US campaign. Finally, organizers note the next round of US–Iran negotiations is set for Geneva, Switzerland, this Thursday, signaling continued diplomatic engagement amid the broader regional tension.

In Israeli Domestic Politics, a Border Police officer was killed by a bullet fired from an IDF weapon in an accidental incident on Sunday; the circumstances are under investigation by the Israel Police and the military police. The victim, 18-year-old Uri Mektaev, joined the Border Police in November and is the son of Ronen Mektaev, deputy chief commissioner of the Fire and Rescue Authority. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir eulogized Mektaev on X, saying the loss is deeply felt by the state and its citizens; paramedics attempted CPR at the scene but he was pronounced dead. In other security developments, the IDF reported it had killed a terrorist who was attempting to throw explosive devices in the West Bank, and authorities arrested a Palestinian for inciting pro-Hamas violence. The Gaza Division also announced a new division head to lead operations in the area.

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