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Israel and Iran war live updates — July 26, 2026
CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper recommended halting the US bombing campaign against Iran around the Strait of Hormuz unless Washington was prepared to escalate into a broader military campaign, arguing that the operation had largely reached the limits of its effectiveness, Axios reports, citing two sources familiar with his assessment.
For now, the sides have reached an informal understanding of 'quiet for quiet,' meaning neither side will fire as long as the current calm holds, Channel 12 reports, noting that Oman and Iran continue efforts to reach an agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
In the meantime, Trump's top envoys, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, are holding talks with the Iranians, both directly and through mediators, according to Axios and Channel 12.
Iranian army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia tells state television: "I believe that if the Americans once again fall for the Zionists' deception, or move in line with them, and insist on continuing the war, particularly through airstrikes, geographically this will expand further."
recommended halting the US bombing campaign against Iran around the Strait of Hormuz unless Washington was prepared to escalate into a broader military campaign, arguing that the operation had largely reached the limits of its effectiveness.
If the Americans once again fall for the Zionists' deception, or move in line with them, and insist on continuing the war, particularly through air strikes, geographically this will expand further.