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Asaf Rozentzweig (N12)

Asaf Rozentzweig is a prominent Israeli journalist and analyst for N12 (Channel 12 News), specializing in international affairs with a particular focus on Iran, regional security, and U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.

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Asaf Rozentzweig serves as a central figure in Israel's international news coverage, primarily through the N12 digital platform and Channel 12 News. His reporting is characterized by a high frequency of updates regarding the Iranian regime, its nuclear program, and the shifting dynamics of the 'Axis of Resistance.' Rozentzweig is frequently cited for his ability to synthesize complex geopolitical developments, often drawing from a mix of official statements, regional media, and intelligence assessments.

In the context of the 2026 regional escalation, Rozentzweig has been a primary source for details regarding the internal stability of the Islamic Republic. His coverage has spanned from the tactical—such as the status of Iran's 60%-enriched uranium stockpile following Israeli strikes in Isfahan—to the symbolic, including the official funeral arrangements for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. His reporting often bridges the gap between Israeli intelligence assessments and public discourse, providing clarity on the effectiveness of U.S.-led initiatives like the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

Beyond Iran, Rozentzweig tracks the broader implications of U.S. policy under the Trump administration, including the friction between Washington and various regional actors like Kurdish opposition groups. His work is essential for understanding the Israeli perspective on global events that directly impact the Jewish state's national security and strategic standing. As a journalist at Israel's most-watched news outlet, his analysis carries significant weight in shaping the domestic understanding of the multi-front challenges facing Israel.

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  • Iranian media: July 9 burial set for Khamenei in Mashhad, earlier dates vary by source

    Iranian state television and various media outlets have announced that the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will conclude with his burial in the holy city of Mashhad on July 9. However, the timeline for the preceding stages of the funeral procession remains unclear, with different state-linked sources providing conflicting dates for the start of ceremonies in Tehran and Qom.

  • Assessment: Most of Iran's 60% Enriched Uranium Entombed in Destroyed Isfahan Tunnels

    A central Israeli intelligence assessment concludes that the majority of Iran's stockpile of uranium enriched to 60% purity is currently located within underground tunnels at the Isfahan nuclear facility that were destroyed in previous military operations. This assessment, reported by N12's Asaf Rozentzweig, aligns with growing international data suggesting that a significant portion of Tehran's most sensitive nuclear material has been rendered inaccessible, though not necessarily destroyed, by deep-penetration strikes.

  • Trump Berates Kurdish Groups, Accuses Them of Seizing Weapons Meant for Iranian Protesters

    President Donald Trump has issued a sharp rebuke to Iranian-Kurdish opposition groups, accusing them of seizing U.S. weapons that were intended to support protesters within Iran. Expressing significant frustration, the President stated he was "very disappointed" and warned that he would "remember" the incident, signaling a potential shift in the administration's trust toward Kurdish factions amid the escalating confrontation with Tehran.

  • CENTCOM intercepts Iranian suicide drones targeting commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz

    US Central Command says Iran launched explosive-laden drones at commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and that all the drones were intercepted by US forces. The report from an affiliated channel attributes no actor to the latest barrage aside from the single CENTCOM statement cited.

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