Live Updates: Latest from Israel, Iran, and Middle East | The Jerusalem PostUS issues ‘worldwide caution’ to citizens amid rising tensions with Iran • Iran claims it targeted US missile systems in Kuwait • IRGC says it blew up two vessels in Hormuz Follow us on GoogleA munition is launched from a U.S. warship at an unknown location, during what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 18, 2026.A munition is launched from a U.S. warship at an unknown location, during what U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 18, 2026.(photo credit: US CENTRAL COMMAND/HANDOUT VIA REUTERS)

July 21, 4:54 AM

US, Iran conflict could force Ben-Gurion Airport to cancel 30 flights daily through summer – reportN12 reported that if seven more American refueling planes were added to Ben-Gurion Airport, bringing the total number to 40, the airport would be forced to cancel 30 flights a day from August 1.ByESTHER DAVISEnlargeAmerican aircraft take off from Ben Gurion airport, during the Israel/US war with Iran, March 04, 2026.American aircraft take off from Ben Gurion airport, during the Israel/US war with Iran, March 04, 2026.(photo credit: YOSSI ALONI/FLASH90)Go to the full article > >

July 21, 4:54 AM

IRGC claims it targeted US military base in Kuwait, Iranian state TV saysThe Kuwaiti army confirmed it had intercepted the incoming missile and drone attacks and urged citizens to continue to adhere to safety guidelines.ByARIELLA ROITMANEnlargeA drone view shows Kuwait City, February 28, 2026.A drone view shows Kuwait City, February 28, 2026.(photo credit: Stephanie McGehee/Reuters)Go to the full article > >

July 21, 4:54 AM

US CENTCOM completes tenth night of strikes on Iran after explosions sound in country’s southExplosions in Bandar Abbas, Sirik Island, and Qeshm were reported as US Central Command announced its tenth day of strikes against Iran. ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFEnlargeSmoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this still image taken from a handout video released on July 19, 2026.Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command (CENTCOM) says are strikes on Iran, in this still image taken from a handout video released on July 19, 2026.(photo credit: US CENTRAL COMMAND/HANDOUT VIA REUTERS)Go to the full article > >

July 21, 4:54 AM

IDF kills two PIJ terrorists, one of whom commanded Inbar Hayman’s abduction at Nova festivalHayman was known through her graffiti art as “Pink” and “Raven,” which led to the slogan “Free Pink” being used as a call for her release following the massacre.ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFEnlargeIDF kills PIJ terrorists Salah Subhi Salah Qatrawi and Taher Ahmad Salem Abd al-Wahed, July 17, 2026.IDF kills PIJ terrorists Salah Subhi Salah Qatrawi and Taher Ahmad Salem Abd al-Wahed, July 17, 2026.(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON’S UNIT)Go to the full article > >

July 21, 4:54 AM

US planning to send additional F-16, F-35 fighter jets to Middle East – reportAccording to a CNN report citing a US official, the fighter jets and more aerial refueling aircraft will be relocated from bases in Europe.ByJERUSALEM POST STAFFEnlargeA US Air Force F-16 fighter jet refuels during a patrol over the Middle East, pictured in an image shared by US Central Command on July 12, 2026.A US Air Force F-16 fighter jet refuels during a patrol over the Middle East, pictured in an image shared by US Central Command on July 12, 2026.(photo credit: screenshot/X/@CENTCOM)Go to the full article > >