Trump’s leverage—newly reinforced by the dramatic events of the past week—could tilt Israel’s calculations in Gaza, especially if a ceasefire or hostage deal begins to take shape.
Citing a message from Trump, White House Press Secretary told reporters: "Based on the fact that there's a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran."
US President Donald Trump has said many things about what he would do, but the reality differs.
The operation is moving forward with "implicit US approval," the sources added.
The call comes as Trump has been trying to accelerate aid into Gaza and has been trying to persuade Iran to give up its nuclear program.
One official told Axios that Israel made it clear to the US that they wouldn't surprise the Trump administration with any attacks on Iran without informing the US first.
"The claim the BBC took down a story after reviewing footage is completely wrong," the British state broadcaster said in response to Leavitt.
Hostage families met with US officials at the White House to push for the release of loved ones. Officials also condemned the recent terror attack in Colorado.
Hamas described Matthew Miller’s comments as a “significant admission that condemns the occupation and exposes its crimes.”
It said processed food, chemicals, stress and overprescription of medications and vaccines may be factors behind chronic illness in American children, citing some 500 research studies as evidence.