Syria’s new parliament holds first session since ouster of ex-president AssadThe new parliament will serve a 30-month term while preparing for future elections. July 13, 2026
CENTCOM: Strait of Hormuz open despite ‘arbitrary’ Iranian declarationsThe IRGC warned that any 'new act of aggression' against Iran would be met with a 'severe response.' July 12, 2026
US bombs 140 targets across Iran as Tehran targets US bases across MideastAfter Iran declared Strait of Hormuz closed and crippled civilian vessel, US forces bomb Iranian military positions while Tehran targets American bases. July 12, 2026
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, cripples civilian vesselIslamic Revolutionary Guard Corps declares the Strait of Hormuz closed, striking a civilian vessel attempting to pass through the international waterway. July 12, 2026
To win the war against Iran, the United States must seize Qeshm Island – opinionSatellite imagery shows that Iran has deployed military equipment to the island, likely anti-ship missiles, aerial and naval unmanned systems, and sea mines since March 2026. July 11, 2026
If UNRWA is a problem, don’t kill its alternative – opinionA lean, mean U.N. operation is what the White House should want. July 10, 2026
Israel says Gaza aid deliveries are significantly exceeding international benchmarksThe report said more than 70,000 cubic meters of water are supplied to Gaza daily through pipelines, desalination facilities, and other infrastructure, exceeding humanitarian standards. July 9, 2026
Trump says Iran called him, wants deal ‘so badly’Overnight, the American military attacked about 90 military targets in Iran following IRGC attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. July 9, 2026
The funeral the cameras missed: How Iranians really marked Khamenei’s deathWhile state television broadcast grief, a sizable portion of the country was, quite openly, on vacation. July 9, 2026
‘Fighting US aggression’ – Iran blasts Gulf after American strikesTehran warned additional U.S. attacks would trigger wider retaliation against American military installations across the region. July 9, 2026
‘Not f—ing around’: US gearing up for new round of Iran warWashington warned Tehran it is prepared for an escalation lasting days, weeks, or even months. July 9, 2026
When foreign journalists become an instrument of the regimeWestern outlets covered the funeral of Ali Khamenei widely, with many reports focusing on the size of the crowds and the scale of the public grief on display. July 8, 2026
US Navy said to be preparing to relaunch full naval blockade of IranA previous naval blockade was imposed in April after the collapse of talks in Islamabad and was lifted in June when the memorandum of understanding ending the war was signed in Versailles. July 8, 2026
Iran: MoU ‘invalid’ after US strikes, reversal of sanctions waiverTehran threatened to take decisive measures after accusing Washington of breaching the memorandum of understanding. July 8, 2026
Israel must start arming the PKK – opinionIsrael should provide the PKK with weaponry and cash and should recognize Diyarbakir as the capital of a future Kurdish state. July 7, 2026
Khamenei’s funeral shows it is ‘business as usual’ in TehranTehran has long demonstrated an ability to tailor its messaging for different audiences, projecting moderation abroad while employing harsher rhetoric domestically and to its allies. July 6, 2026
Ex-Dem activist hails Khamenei at funeral: ‘Great anti-imperialist’Calla Walsh previously sparked outrage after mocking American troops killed in an Iranian drone strike. July 6, 2026
Turkey’s ‘strategic triad’ gains sway in Trump’s Middle East policy, posing challenges for IsraelBut while politicidal rhetoric is interesting to monitor, what matters most are the power plays and the strategy for building power on the ground used by Ankara and its allies. July 6, 2026
At Khamenei’s funeral, Iran used Quranic verses to rank allies and shame rivalsHamas representatives were welcomed with verses praising believers who remained faithful to their covenant with God and did not break their pledge. July 5, 2026
British military says cargo ship reports attack in the Red Sea off YemenThe cargo ship and crew were reported safe, the British military said, adding that authorities were investigating. July 5, 2026
The ins and outs of former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei’s funeralDespite the easing of travel for Iranians, turnout has been unimpressive, with early videos showing that the attendance was in the tens of thousands. July 5, 2026
Iran preparing legal case against Israel, US over Khamenei assassinationDuring massive funeral ceremony for Ali Khamenei, Iran announces it is pursuing legal action against Israel and the US over the assassination of the supreme leader. July 5, 2026
US warned Iran of possible Israeli assassination attempts – reportThe US reportedly warned Iran that Israel might attempt assassinations of the regime's top negotiators. July 5, 2026
Israel confirms it deployed troops, Iron Dome batteries to UAESenior Israeli government minister confirms reports that the IDF sent soldiers and Iron Dome batteries to the United Arab Emirates to shield it from Iranian attacks during the recent war. July 5, 2026
Rejecting Trump’s claims, Iran says it will ‘definitely’ charge fees for Hormuz passageIranian envoy says Tehran will press ahead with plans to impose fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz despite US opposition. July 5, 2026
Iran’s regime: ‘No choice but to build the nuclear bomb’So long as Iran's ruthless IRGC military regime is in place, there will not be real compliance or real peace. July 4, 2026
Turkish FM Fidan calls Israel a ‘burden humanity can no longer bear’Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar responded swiftly and sharply, writing on X that Fidan's 'sickening words are textbook incitement to genocide.' July 3, 2026
Former US security chief warns Iran ‘getting everything it wanted’ in talksPresident Trump's former national security advisor blasts administration's handling of negotiations with Iran, lamenting the American approach is strengthening the Islamic Republic. July 2, 2026
Iran prepares massive security op for Khamenei funeralAfter months of delay, Iran slated to hold massive funeral service for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with the Basij militia gearing up to secure the event. July 2, 2026
Iran, US conclude round of technical talks on implementing MoUU.S. President Donald Trump said earlier on Wednesday that the technical talks were going 'very good.' July 2, 2026
Israel arrests Russian-Tajiki man accused of spying on behalf of IranDual Russian-Tajiki national arrested in Israel after he allegedly photographed missile impact sites in Israel and surveilled an Israeli security facility. July 2, 2026
Bennett vows to overthrow Iranian regimeFormer Israeli prime minister says that if he returns to office this fall he will dedicate his premiership to the overthrow of the Islamic Republic. July 1, 2026
Iranian power struggle widens, threatening US peace talks – reportIran's leadership increasingly divided over talks with the US, as the country's president pushes for deal to secure release of frozen assets, while hardliners in the IRGC eye takeover of the Strait of Hormuz. July 1, 2026
Trump’s Iran ‘deal’ is a coffee break: Who will enforce it after he leaves office?When Iran's hardline regime—the same as before, just with new faces—becomes restive again, it will be far more difficult and more costly in blood and treasure to stop. July 1, 2026
Trump weighs resuming full-scale war with IranA White House official stated that diplomacy remains Trump's clear preference and that Iran would be wise to lock in a deal while the offer stands. July 1, 2026
After four months of silence, Iran reveals massive funeral plan for slain KhameneiIf the higher estimates hold, the funeral would surpass even the historic crowds that gathered for Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's 1989 funeral, which drew an estimated 10 million mourners. June 30, 2026
Tehran daily calls for Trump’s assassinationOfficial newspaper of the Tehran municipality threatens that 'revenge is certain,' with cover showing crosshairs on President Donald Trump. June 30, 2026
Group behind Gaza press death toll quietly removes Hamas and Islamic Jihad fighters from its listIsraeli officials have claimed for years that Palestinian terrorists exploit journalist designations in their battle against Israel. June 30, 2026
The architecture of Turkey’s anti-Americanism – analysisWestern policymakers who still treat Turkey as a wayward NATO ally missing its 'shared values' memo are themselves missing the strategic reality. June 30, 2026
Trump downplays Doha talks as Iran denies meetings with US officialsIran denies US claims of direct talks in Doha this week. President Trump lowers expectations for the summit. June 30, 2026
Iran says Doha to unfreeze $6 billion of its assetsU.S. officials have not confirmed an unfreezing of Iranian assets, the news agencies reported. June 29, 2026
Iran vows to pursue US officials in int’l courts, seize American assetsIran to wage legal battles against American officials in international courts, Tehran's judiciary chief says, while calling to seize American assets. June 29, 2026
Ruling Iranian clerics sharply divided over nuclear concessions, US talksThe Islamic Republic's powerful Assembly of Experts faces public split over memorandum of understanding signed with the US. June 29, 2026
Exiled Iranian prince: Stop negotiating with Tehran terroristsPrince Reza Pahlavi urged Washington to abandon negotiations and instead support Iran's pro-democracy opposition movement. June 29, 2026
US, Iran agree to halt fighting, restart negotiations in QatarAfter an escalation near the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, the US and Iran signal willingness to resume negotiations, with talks slated to be held in Doha. June 29, 2026
Iran: US must ‘force’ Israel to stop strikes on Hezbollah and withdraw from LebanonTehran conditions continued talks with the US on Washington 'forcing' Israel to completely end operations against Hezbollah and withdraw from Lebanon. June 28, 2026
Israel officially recognizes the Armenian GenocideIsrael's government voted unilaterally to formally recognize Ottoman Empire's mass murder of Armenians as an act of genocide, ending a longstanding policy intended to avoid diplomatic friction with Turkey. June 28, 2026
Turkey expands online censorship, silences dissent as Erdogan tightens grip on powerAccording to İFÖD, the Turkish government is preparing legislation that would require social media users to verify their identities using national identification numbers. June 28, 2026
Trump threatens to destroy Islamic Republic if Iran continues attacksPresident says US may have to 'complete the job' in Iran, warning that a new American campaign there would mark the end of the Islamic Republic. June 28, 2026
US launches strikes on Iran after Hormuz attackCENTCOM described the strike as a response to Iran’s 'unwarranted aggression' against commercial shipping, saying the Iranian attack clearly violated the ceasefire. June 27, 2026
US ‘switched sides’ by handing Iran a Lebanon victory, Israeli expert warns as Tehran recruits for HezbollahA number of Iranian officers are operating in the Ali Taher Ridge area in southern Lebanon, holding key roles in managing the fighting and coordinating operational activity. June 26, 2026
Oil tankers use new route through Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian threatsAccording to S&P Global, Wednesday saw 78 transits, the most since the war began, but still below the daily prewar average of 130 or more. June 25, 2026
Turkey: Hamas’s safe haven and the West’s dangerous blind spotTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan repeatedly portrays Hamas as a legitimate political movement and 'resistance' organization. June 25, 2026
The Revolutionary Guard has infiltrated Iranian soccerSince the men’s national soccer team represents the sporting world’s most direct connection with Iran, the regime takes great pains to use it to promote propaganda and to enforce political compliance. June 25, 2026
All or northing: Iran rejects partial IDF pullout from LebanonIRGC Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani says Israel must pull all of its forces out of Lebanon or face 'humiliation and defeat.' June 25, 2026
Trump says he blocked Turkish attacks on Israel during Iran war'He was a prime candidate to go into the war with Iran, maybe on the Iran side, because he’s not a big fan of Israel,' Trump said. June 25, 2026
Tehran seeks to turn negotiating gains into regional influenceAlthough the Islamic Republic suffered significant military losses, government-aligned media portray the diplomatic outcome as a strategic success. June 25, 2026
‘Operation Epic Fury’ costs estimated at $40 billionU.S. Adm. Brad Cooper, the Central Command chief, said that U.S. forces fired 13,629 strike munitions against more than 13,000 targets by the ceasefire. June 25, 2026
New data reveals full scale of war damage to Iran’s industrial sectorThe country’s two largest automakers, Iran Khodro and SAIPA, reported production declines of 16 percent and 58 percent, respectively, over the past month. June 24, 2026
US-Iran MoU a ‘declaration of America’s defeat,’ says Tehran’s chief negotiatorGhalibaf also defended Palestinian terrorism as 'an expression of a nation’s legitimate resistance in the face of occupation.' June 24, 2026
