Chance (27 Apr 2026)
"Some Interesting Bits of Middle East News - April 24, 2026"


 
Hello John and Doves,
 
Here is what I've come across news wise for the U.S.-Israel vs Iran war as of April 24, 2026 (and don't miss the 'unconfirmed' news about 15 stolen agricultural spraying drones in New Jersey - IF true, this would be extremely significant and most worrying):
 
Mohammad Ghalibaf is a conservative politician in Iran and their Parliament Speaker.  Rumors are that he has resigned as chief negotiator in the Islamabad talks due to 'interference from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)'.  Sources in Iran say this 'rumor' is false.

The Hormuz Letter on X: "NEW: A source close to Ghalibaf says US/Israeli military movements and deployments along Iran's western and southern borders have increased." / X
 
Several countries - China, Russia, the UK, Turkey, India - have told their citizens to leave Iran as soon as possible.  Some reports are saying 'immediately'.
 
It's been reported that the Israel - Lebanon talks along with the ceasefire have been extended by three weeks.
 
Trump says Israel-Lebanon ceasefire to be extended by three weeks
 
 
This was reported on April 23, 2026:
 
"An unconfirmed report circulating this week claims 15 high-capacity agricultural drones were stolen in New Jersey last month, raising concern among federal sources and security experts about potential misuse, though no official agency has publicly verified the incident....the spraying drones are capable of dispersing large quantities of liquid over wide areas."

New Jersey Drone Scare: Report Claims 15 Agricutural Spraying Drones Stolen and FBI ‘Concerned’ – Shore News Network

There are 'reports' coming out that the U.S. is preparing strikes if the ceasefire fails.  This would certainly make sense.
 
Targets would include:  naval forces, missile systems, drones, mine-laying capabilites.  To keep the Strait of Hormuz open for the flow of oil and protect commercial shipping.
 
And right on que:  Iran's state media is reporting that talks with the U.S. will not take place, contrary to what President Trump and the White House are saying.
 
Faytuks Network on X: "Iranian state-affiliated media outlet Tasnim says talks with US will not take place, denying claims from the White House" / X
 
Lots going on that we have no news about.
 
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem!
 
Maranatha!
 
Chance