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The Trump administration announced today the imposition of sanctions on 115 individuals, entities, and vessels involved in the Shmukin Shimani shipping network, which facilitates the smuggling of Iranian oil to circumvent international sanctions. This action marks the broadest round of sanctions against Iran by the United States since 2018.

Hezbollah Deputy Secretary-General Naim Qasim stated on Jul 30th that the group will not accept the delivery of its weapons, asserting that those demanding it internally or externally are serving Israel. Qasim also called on the Lebanese state to increase its efforts against Israeli aggression and in reconstruction.

The Iranian government, led by President Pezeshkian, withdrew its proposed internet censorship bill on July 30th after facing significant public criticism. The bill, which aimed to increase online restrictions, was pulled following widespread opposition, marking an embarrassing setback for the civilian administration. The exact timing of the bill's introduction and the specific details of the public criticism were not immediately available in the provided source.

One of the last remaining Jews from Yemen arrived in Israel last month. The individual, identified as the wife of Yahya Yosef who passed away over a year ago, was reportedly accompanied by a local Ethiopian official when she departed Yemen, according to Yemeni journalist Ali Ibrahim al-Muchi. Her relatives met her and facilitated her journey to Israel.

Local groups supporting former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad gathered in Tehran earlier this month, with critics and a former advisor alleging he is preparing for the collapse of President Pezeshkian's government, viewing the 2025 political landscape as analogous to the Soviet Union in 1991.

A woman was killed and a child was injured in a Houthi bombing in Taiz, Yemen, according to reports from Tihama24. The incident occurred during prayers.

A woman was killed and a child was injured in a Houthi bombing incident in Taiz, Yemen, on an unspecified date. The attack targeted a prayer gathering, according to reports from Tihama24.

The Rewards for Justice (RFJ) program has increased its reward offer for information leading to the capture of a terrorist leader, RFJ announced today via X. Meanwhile, protests denouncing the deterioration of basic services entered their third day in Mukalla, the capital of Hadramout Governorate in eastern Yemen, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) assesses that its actions against Hezbollah since a November ceasefire could lead to the Lebanese group's complete disarmament, according to IDF statements made yesterday. The IDF stated it has carried out over 500 airstrikes and hundreds of ground operations in Lebanon since the ceasefire, resulting in the elimination of at least 230 operatives and the destruction of significant Hezbollah military infrastructure. The IDF also reported that between 4,000 and 5,000 Hezbollah operatives have been killed and another 9,000 wounded since the beginning of open warfare in September.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated yesterday that its operations since a November ceasefire have significantly degraded Hezbollah's capabilities, potentially leading to the group's complete disarmament. The IDF claims to have eliminated or severely wounded between 4,000 and 5,000 Hezbollah operatives, with an additional 9,000 wounded and unable to fight, according to IDF assessments. The elite Radwan force has also reportedly suffered heavy losses, with over half of its 6,000 operatives eliminated or badly wounded.

Ali Shadmani, commander of the Revolutionary Guards Corps's Khatam base, was killed by Mossad agents on a Tehran street while fleeing with his bodyguards, according to a report by [@iliaen](https://t.me/iliaen). This contradicts earlier official statements claiming Shadmani died in an air bombardment. Shadmani's daughter revealed the true circumstances of his death during a memorial program, indicating a significant armed street operation.

CENTCOM Commander General Michael Kurilla is conducting a farewell tour across the Middle East, visiting Pakistan, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia, receiving honors and awards as his tenure concludes. This comes as new activity has been observed at Iranian nuclear facilities in Esfahan and Fordow over the past week, with access being gained to a previously blocked tunnel entrance at the Esfahan site.

A citizen, identified as Ali Salem Ahmed Bamqri, was killed on Monday evening, July 28, 2025, in Mukalla, Hadramout Governorate, eastern Yemen, during confrontations between protesters and security forces. The protests erupted due to worsening basic services, primarily prolonged electricity outages.

A citizen, identified as Ali Salem Ahmed Bamqri, was killed on Monday evening, July 28, 2025, during protests and riots in Mukalla, Hadramout Governorate, Yemen, stemming from widespread anger over the deterioration of basic services, particularly electricity.

An American citizen remains in Iranian custody following Operation Rising Lion, with one other American citizen of Jewish faith having been released. The remaining American is among five individuals whose nationalities have not been disclosed, according to a report from [@kaisos1987](https://twitter.com/kaisos1987).

An Iranian official stated on Thursday, July 28th, that Iran will not respond to threats and will continue its peaceful nuclear program, emphasizing that the nation has built its nuclear technology with "blood, sweat, and tears." The statement comes amidst reports of damage to enrichment facilities and ongoing international scrutiny.

A fifth-year human medicine student, Wael Hassan Abu Boras, died under mysterious circumstances on Monday, July 28, 2025, while participating in combat courses organized by the Houthi group on the outskirts of Hodeidah Governorate, according to university sources.

Iran's Foreign Ministry on Saturday downplayed recent fatwas issued by senior clerics calling for the assassination of U.S. President Donald Trump, stating they "had no specific subject" but rather reflected outrage within Iran's religious community over threats against Supreme Leader Khamenei. The ministry spokesman, Esmail Baghaei, urged the opposing side to "stop using offensive language," asserting that "You cannot insult a country’s leadership and expect the Iranian people to remain silent."

The United Nations has described the resurgence of executions in Iran as "deeply disturbing," according to an alert released this morning.

Yemen's Houthi armed forces announced this morning, July 27, 2025, the implementation of the fourth stage of their maritime blockade, which will target all ships belonging to companies that deal with Israeli ports, regardless of the company's nationality or the ship's location. This escalation comes as part of their stated commitment to the war in Gaza.

The Yemeni Armed Forces announced early on July 27th, 2025, the commencement of the fourth stage of their maritime blockade, targeting all ships belonging to companies dealing with Israeli ports, regardless of their nationality or location, according to a statement released on X.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz visited Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Air Force Commander at Ramon Air Force Base this morning, issuing a direct warning to Iran's leadership against making threats. The visit and statement come amid reports that Hezbollah has raised its military readiness and mobilized most of its elements in preparation for potential scenarios.