Ali Larijani [aka Lory Jane] threatened Trump and POTUS answered: BAHDAHBING!

Ali Larijani, one of the most powerful mullahs in Iran's theocratic clown show, got himself taken out by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) after spending months yapping threats at President Donald Trump and U.S. service members like he was auditioning for a starring role in his own demise. Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar confirmed the strike, pointing out that Larijani had a $10 million U.S. bounty on his head.

“Ali Larijani had a $10 million prize on his head. We did it for free,” Sa’ar said.

The 67-year-old hardliner had popped up as Tehran's go-to mouthpiece after getting tapped to head the National Security Council in the wake of that 12-day war mess. He was fingered for running the regime's savage January crackdown on protests, which racked up over 30,000 dead by some counts. The U.S. slapped sanctions on him for being one of the first to “call for violence” against the demonstrators.

In the lead-up to his dirt nap, Larijani was all over social media, slinging increasingly unhinged warnings at the United States, including direct threats against President Donald Trump and promises to “hunt down” American troops.

This guy was a regime lifer, holding down gigs like head of Iran's state broadcaster, chief nuclear negotiator, security adviser to the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and speaker of parliament until 2020. He was tight with the IRGC, that delightful U.S.-designated terrorist outfit, and even commanded during the Iran-Iraq War.

Sure, some left-wing journalists tried to paint him as the pragmatic type you could sit down and negotiate with, but in January he was out there saying Iran would have “no choice” but to go nuclear if the U.S. or Israel hit them. On March 1, after the U.S. strike, he declared Iran “will not negotiate with the United States.”

Since January, The New York Times was claiming he was basically running Iran because Khamenei handed him the wheel amid the protests and the looming war vibes with the U.S. and Israel. Just last week, Larijani was posting pics and videos from a Quds Day protest in Iran, mingling with the crowds like he was untouchable and the regime was rock-solid.

“Mr. Hegseth! Our leaders have been, and still are, among the people. But your leaders? On Epstein’s island!” he tweeted.

In another post about the protest, he blathered that the combo of brave people, brave officials, and brave leaders “cannot be defeated.”

Larijani never bothered toning down the crazy. In the weeks before the IDF turned him into yesterday's news, he was flooding social media with tough-guy threats aimed at the U.S. military, regional allies, and President Donald Trump. Here are some highlights from the greatest hits collection:

“We will make the Zionist criminals and the shameless Americans regret their actions. The brave soldiers and the great nation of Iran will deliver an unforgettable lesson to the hellish international oppressors.” (2/28/2026)

“To the countries of the region: We are not seeking to attack you. But when the bases located in your country are used against us, and when the United States carries out operations in the region relying on these forces, then we will target those bases. For these bases are not part of the land of those countries; rather, they are American soil.” (3/1/2026)

America and the Zionist regime have scorched the heart of the Iranian nation. We will scorch their hearts… (3/1/2026)

“TRUMP HAS BETRAYED “AMERICA FIRST” TO ADOPT ‘ISRAEL FIRST.’” (3/2/2026)“Iran, unlike the United States, has prepared itself for a long war…We will fiercely defend ourselves and our six thousand years old civilization regardless of the costs and will make the enemies sorry for their miscalculation.” (3/2/2026)

“Trump’s wishful thinking has dragged the whole region into an unnecessarily war and now he is rightly worried about more American casualties. It is indeed very sad that he is sacrificing American treasure and blood to advance Netanyahu’s illegitimate expansionist ambitions.” (3/2/2026)

“The story has not ended yet, and the martyrdom of Imam Khamenei will come at a heavy price for you, God willing.” (2/4/2026)

“Some American officials have said that they intend to enter Iran on the ground with a few thousand troops. The valiant children of Imam Khomeini and Imam Khamenei are waiting for you to expose those corrupt American officials with a few thousand killed and captured. The land of Iran is no place for the hellish dance of demons.” (3/5/2026)

“It has been reported to me that several American soldiers have been taken prisoner. But the Americans claim that they have been killed in action. Despite their futile efforts, the truth is not something they can hide for too long.” (3/7/2026)

“When the enemy attacks us from bases in the region, we respond — and we will continue to respond. This is our right and a standing policy. Regional countries must either prevent the US from using their territory against Iran, or we will have no choice but to do it ourselves.” (3/7/2026)“Some American soldiers have been captured. They are lying that 5-6 American soldiers have been killed. Later, they will inflate the number of deaths under the pretext of an accident too.” (3/7/2026)

“We won’t let #Trump off the hook; he must pay the price—he’s martyred our leader and our people. This isn’t a simple matter; we won’t let it go until we retaliate in kind.” (3/7/2026)

“The Ashura-loving nation of Iran does not fear your hollow threats. Those greater than you could not eliminate the Iranian nation. Watch out for yourself lest you be eliminated!” (3/10/2026)

“Trump has said ‘we can take apart Iran’s electric capacity within one hour, but we have not done it.’ Well, if they do that, the whole region will go dark in less than half an hour and darkness provides ample opportunity to hunt down US servicemen running for safety.” (3/12/2026)

“Trump says he is looking for a speedy victory. While starting a war is easy, it cannot be won with a few tweets. We will not relent until making you sorry for this grave miscalculation. #TrumpMustPay” (3/12/2026)

Talk about going out on a high note of delusional bluster. The IDF just sent the invoice for that $10 million bounty, courtesy of the free market in consequences.

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After warning civilians of strikes, IDF conducts hits Hezbollah, Hamas targets in Lebanon

In the ongoing saga of the Middle East, where ceasefires are treated as mere pauses for rearmament by those who have never truly accepted peace, the Israel Defense Forces have once again demonstrated a restraint and precision that stands in stark contrast to the cynicism of their adversaries.

Having issued clear warnings to civilians, the IDF proceeded with strikes on Hezbollah and Hamas targets across Lebanon. Earlier, it had confirmed the elimination of two Hezbollah operatives in al-Jumayjimah in southern Lebanon on Sunday—individuals actively engaged in rebuilding the terror group's infrastructure, in what the military rightly described as a "blatant violation of the ceasefire understandings between Israel and Lebanon."

On Monday, following advance notice of imminent action against Hezbollah sites, the IDF extended its operations to include both Hezbollah and Hamas facilities, some located north of the Litani River. Among the targets were subterranean structures used by Hezbollah. The warnings, delivered by the IDF's Arabic-language spokesman Col. Avichay Adraee via maps highlighting affected zones in red, were unequivocal:

"We urge the residents of the buildings marked in red in the attached maps and the buildings adjacent to them: You are located near buildings used by Hezbollah, and for your safety, you are required to evacuate them immediately and stay away from them by a distance of at least 300 meters."

"Remaining in the area of the marked buildings puts you in danger."

This is the sort of meticulous effort to spare non-combatants that one rarely sees from those who embed their arsenals in civilian areas, deliberately courting tragedy for propaganda purposes.Similar operations in recent days have seen the IDF neutralise a Hezbollah terrorist in al-Khiyam and destroy sites including a Radwan Force training facility and weapons depots.

In Gaza, the IDF struck a Hamas operative planning an imminent attack on troops, employing precise munitions and surveillance to minimize civilian harm, in line with the ceasefire. Later, another terrorist who crossed the Yellow Line, posing an immediate threat, was eliminated by airstrike.

These actions followed a meeting in Jerusalem where Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar met the UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert. Sa'ar was forthright:"I reiterated the importance of Hezbollah’s disarmament for both Israel’s security and Lebanon’s future."

"Efforts have been made in this regard by the Lebanese government and the Lebanese Armed Forces, but they are far from sufficient, among other things, in light of Hezbollah’s efforts to rearm and rebuild, with Iranian support."

Even Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has urged the terror group to relinquish its arms, insisting: "The weapons should be at the disposal of all Lebanese, under a decision by the Lebanese government."

"Contrary to rumors, no one intends to throw them into the sea or hand them over to Israel."Yet the reality on the ground suggests that Hezbollah, backed by Tehran, has little intention of complying.

Separately, on Sunday night the IDF intercepted a drone attempting to smuggle three M-16 rifles across the Egyptian border, a reminder that the threats to Israel's security come from multiple directions.

And in a more mundane note amid these tensions, a soldier was seriously injured in an operational accident at a northern base.

What we witness here is Israel acting with calibrated force to enforce a fragile truce that its enemies exploit at every turn. It is a pattern all too familiar: one side warns civilians and targets only military assets; the other hides behind them. Until the international community insists on genuine disarmament and accountability, this cycle will persist.

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Hamassholes cut off contact as escalation in Gaza a high probability

Well, folks, the Gaza situation just took a turn for the worse, and that's saying something. According to a report from Amichai Stein in The Jerusalem Post, the faint hope of a negotiated resolution with Hamas is fading faster than a mirage in the Negev. An Israeli source told the newspaper on Thursday that optimism is in short supply: "There is growing pessimism in Israel over the possibility that Hamas will show flexibility and return to the negotiating table." 

That's diplomatic speak for "we're nowhere close to a deal."

The vibe in Jerusalem is grim, with one Israeli official bluntly stating, "It now seems that an expanded military operation in Gaza is inevitable." Why? Because Hamas has gone radio silent. "Hamas has cut off contact,” another Israeli source said. "There are no real negotiations with them." That’s not just a snag; it's a brick wall disguised as a speed bump..

Adding fuel to the fire, Hamas is apparently ghosting its usual mediators. "Hamas has also partially severed ties with Qatar and Egypt," another official familiar with the talks told the Post. Instead, they’re cozying up to Turkey, with the source noting, "[A]t the moment, they are primarily engaged in talks with Turkey." 

Turkey, under Erdogan, isn't exactly known for playing nice with Israel, so this shift doesn’t bode well for de-escalation.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu huddled with US Envoy Steve Witkoff for a nearly three-hour talk in Jerusalem on Thursday. Part of it was a one-on-one, with the rest pulling in heavyweights like Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar. The result of the meeting shows that the US and Israel "are aligned" on their next steps against Hamas after the terrorist group cut off contact. 

They're gearing up for a response, and it's not likely to involve sending Hamas a fruit basket, but perhaps they'll send cell phones as gifts.

Witkoff's next stop is the humanitarian frontlines in Gaza, where he is expected to visit aid centers on Friday. "Witkoff intends to make sure there is no famine or deliberate starvation," an Israeli official said to the Post. 

That’s a noble goal, but the real fix, as President Trump pointed out on Truth Social, isn't complicated: "The fastest way to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is for Hamas to surrender and release the hostages!!!" Hard to argue with that logic, Hamas could end this tomorrow if they weren’t so committed to their anti-Semitic reign of terror.

With Hamas doubling down, Israel's staring at a tough road ahead. Expanded military ops in Gaza is now a question of 'when,' not 'if.

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Hamxs plans to adopt "Hezbollah model" in Gaza Strip, according to Foreign Minister Sa'ar

In an interview with ABC News on Tuesday, Gideon Sa'ar said that Hamas is ready “to take the ‘Hezbollah model’ and to let someone else take care of the ruins they left behind in the Gaza strip,”

Sa'ar explained in a video on X, that he doesn't think Hamxs is ready or willing to disarm and willingly end the violence in Gaza and its 'holy war' against the Jews. And let's not pretend it's anything other than an Islamic-based war because the Jew killing began long before Israel was a Jewish state and it has nothing to do with Jewish occupation, but has more to do with Jews not being dead.

“If they will be ready to disarm,” Sa'ar said, “that would be a huge thing that could change the entire equation,” but he was clear that Hamxs “wants to continue to be the most powerful military force in the Gaza Strip in order to continue the war against Israel.”

ABC News correspondent Matt Gutman pressed Sa’ar, asking, “And you’re saying this is something Israel will not accept?”

“No, this is totally unacceptable,” the Israeli Foreign Minister responded. “Because for us, we will not be able to guarantee our security without this disarmament of Gaza Strip, of Hamas, of Islamic Jihad.”

Of course Sa'ar is correct: as long as Hamxs has one Hamxsshole still standing, that Jew-hating cretin will try to kill Jews.

While this interview was being held, US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff was landing in Doha, Qatar to meet mediators of Egypt and Qatar in negotiations between Israel and Hamxs regarding a new hostage deal and ceasefire.

According to a recent report in The Jerusalem Post, Israel has drafted a step-by-step plan to escalate pressure on Hamas if the terrorist group does not release the remaining hostages, Israeli security analysts told The Wall Street Journal.

The plan includes cutting off essential supplies, launching airstrikes, forcing Gazans who have returned to the north to evacuate again, and ultimately reentering the Gaza Strip if a deal is not reached. You know, the kind of strategic plan a nation at war would normally implement immediately, unless they're Israel and expected to supply their enemy with free food, electricity and other humanitarian aid. What other country in the history of the world does that save Israel?

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Israeli security analysts also explained that if economic and infrastructure pressures fail, the IDF may escalate to targeted airstrikes and special forces raids against Hamxs leadership and military positions, like in a real war.

Ultimately, Israeli forces may launch a full-scale military operation, deploying more troops than in previous conflicts with the objective of holding ground and effectively dismantling Hamxs’s remaining military infrastructure. Sources familiar with the plan described this as the most extensive operation to date.

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Report: Netanyahu will not attend 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation amid ICC arrest fears

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is no fool. He reportedly will not attend the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz in Poland because he would rather not get arrested due to an obviously anti-Semitic International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant. The event, scheduled for International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, 2025, will see the presence of many world leaders, including Britain's King Charles.

Poland's Deputy Foreign Minister Władysław Bartoszewski, another tiresome Jew hater, emphasized Poland's commitment to respecting the ICC’s decisions, even though there are myriad reasons not to respect them. The warrants also include Israeli former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes related to Israel's fighting back after the October 7, 2023 massacre carried out by Hamas and Palestinians along with other Islamist jihad groups. 

The Hamas attack targeted civilians including men, women, children and even babies. Over 1,200 were killed and around 250 Israelis were taken hostage, many of whom had been killed in captivity.

The Polish newspaper Rzeczpospolita reported that Israeli authorities did not even request Netanyahu's attendance, anticipating Poland's anti-Zionist stance on the ICC's bull-crap warrant.

Instead of Netanyahu, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar is expected to represent Israel at the ceremony. There's also mention that President Isaac Herzog does not plan to attend. This situation highlights the diplomatic tensions and international scrutiny over Israel's actions in Gaza.

These details are based on recent reports from multiple sources, including the Polish newspaper Rzeczpospolita and statements from Polish officials.

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Israel responds to Beirut's drone attack on Netanyahu's home

"I love the smell of cyclonite in the morning"

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) bombed the southern areas of Beirut and northern Gaza on Sunday, putting at least a temporary putting the kibosh on ceasefire hopes in the war against the terrorists of Hamas and Hezbollah. 

Israel's response came after about 70 rockets were launched at the Jewish State from Lebanon. Many of the rockets were intercepted and destroyed, but several landed and led to fires, the IDF said.

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said on X that it is "working to destroy terrorist infrastructures of the Hezbollah terrorist organization," and it aimed at Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters and an underground weapons workshop in Beirut.

This follows a drone attack on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in the northern Israeli town of Caesare on Saturday. Gideon Sa’ar, a member of Netanyahu’s security cabinet, said he holds Lebanon responsible for this attack.

“From the territory of a U.N. member state — Lebanon — an assassination attempt was made on the prime minister of Israel,” Sa’ar wrote on X. "The fact that these attacks were carried out by an Iranian branch — Hezbollah — does not absolve Lebanon of its responsibility."

Netanyahu called it an assassination attempt and vowed that there would be a "heavy price" for such attacks. Hopefully, he will go after the Ayatollah, who is currently in hiding in spite of his love of death more than life claim.

"The attempt by Iran’s proxy Hezbollah to assassinate me and my wife today was a grave mistake." Bibi said in a post on X. "This will not deter me or the State of Israel from continuing our just war against our enemies in order to secure our future."

In the Gaza Strip, at least 87 people were killed in Israeli strikes on on the town of Beit Lahiya, according to the territory’s health minister. None of those killed took Christians or Jews as friends, as recommended in Islamic scripture.

Tor Wennesland, the United Nation's special coordinator for the oxymoronically named Middle East Peace Process, said on Sunday that "the nightmare in Gaza is intensifying" as the number of civilian casualties keeps rising. He said "humanitarian aid must be delivered unimpeded," amid reports that not enough food [or ammo] is being let in the Gaza Strip. 

Israel has been planning a reprisal attack on Iran for three weeks, after Tehran fired ballistic missiles at Israel at the beginning of October. U.S. intelligence reports detailing some of the Israeli preparations were leaked in recent days because the Biden-Harris administration don't want Israel to win.

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has said that Israel's eventual military response to Iran would be lethal, precise and surprising . . . on Tuesday?

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