US warned Iran of possible Israeli assassination attempts – report The 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 UAE Senior 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 passage Iranian 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 talks President 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 funeral After 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 MoU U.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 Iran Dual 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 regime Former 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 – report Iran'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 Iran A 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 Khamenei If 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 assassination Official 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 list Israeli 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 – analysis Western 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 officials Iran 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 assets U.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 assets Iran 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 talks The 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 terrorists Prince 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 Qatar After 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 Lebanon Tehran 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 Genocide Israel'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 power According 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 attacks President 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 attack CENTCOM 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 Hezbollah A 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 threats According 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 spot Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan repeatedly portrays Hamas as a legitimate political movement and 'resistance' organization. June 25, 2026
The Revolutionary Guard has infiltrated Iranian soccer Since 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 Lebanon IRGC 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 influence Although 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 billion U.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 sector The 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 negotiator Ghalibaf also defended Palestinian terrorism as 'an expression of a nation’s legitimate resistance in the face of occupation.' June 24, 2026
Not just Lebanon: Iran pushing to include Gaza in US nuke deal Iran informs Hamas its negotiators have raised the issue of Gaza in talks with the US. June 24, 2026
Trump says US will ‘finish the job’ with Iran in one week if talks fail President Trump accuses Iran of lying about IAEA inspections, insisting they will take place 'at the appropriate time,' says US can 'finish the job' in under a week if Iran refuses to implement deal. June 24, 2026
Vance pushes for Iran role in Lebanon deal as Israel warns of growing strategic risk Israeli officials have publicly opposed the initiative, warning it could erode Israel’s freedom of military action in Lebanon. June 24, 2026
US fighter pilot shot down over Iran describes networked drone swarm in ‘jellyfish’ formation If Iran has achieved networked drone swarms at an operational scale, the implications for air operations in the region would be severe. June 23, 2026
Food prices surge in Iran as essential goods become unaffordable Potatoes, for example, posted the smallest increase among major food items, yet prices were still roughly 20 percent higher than a year earlier. June 23, 2026
Trump says Iran accepted ‘infinite’ nuke inspections as Tehran disputes deal terms President Trump pushes back on Iran's denials of key elements of emerging deal, says Tehran has agreed to long-term nuclear inspections. June 23, 2026
‘Bulls**t’ – Trump ally rails against ‘Hezbollah-First’ Iran negotiations Fox News host Mark Levin blasts Trump administration's talks with Iran as being 'far worse than Obama deal,' while refraining from directly attacking the president. June 23, 2026
Trump: I get problems solved fast – including with Bibi President Trump responds to Israel's refusal to withdraw from Lebanon, vows to 'solve' the issue 'fast,' while warning US will use force if Iran fails to uphold deal. June 23, 2026
Trump lifts Iran oil sanctions as billions flow to Revolutionary Guards The temporary nature of the license is designed to maintain American leverage during ongoing negotiations toward a comprehensive agreement requiring Iran to dismantle its nuclear weapons program. June 22, 2026
Vance says Iran has agreed to IAEA nuke inspections Vice President Vance says US and Iran have made progress on key issues, including atomic inspectors and 'mechanism' for ensuring free passage in the Strait of Hormuz. June 22, 2026
Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas are rearming, warns Israeli president President Isaac Herzog rejects criticism of Trump administration - but says Hezbollah disarmament must be part of any deal with Lebanon. June 22, 2026
Could fight over Iranian assets sink Trump’s Iran deal? Frozen Iranian funds emerge as key test for Trump’s Tehran deal, as US and Tehran spar over access to frozen assets. June 22, 2026
Explosion as Qatar restarts gas export terminal hurts 54 and leaves 18 missing The Barzan plant had a capacity of almost 1.4 billion standard cubic feet of sales gas per day. June 22, 2026
Iranian singer sentenced to 74 lashes for not wearing hijab during livestream concert The court ruled that Ahmadi and the others offended 'public decency through the production and publication of obscene and immoral content on cyberspace platforms.' June 21, 2026
Pakistan claims breakthrough reached on Iran’s uranium stockpile Pakistan's foreign minister says Tehran has agreed to dilute its uranium stockpile, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian claims Qatar is set to release $6 billion in frozen assets. June 21, 2026
Just 13% of Israelis trust Trump on Iran deal – poll New poll shows Israelis strongly dissatisfied with new US-Iran agreement; a mere 11% believe Israel won the recent war with Iran. June 21, 2026
Iran claims control of Strait of Hormuz passage, sees rapid oil windfall from Trump deal With export restrictions now lifted, the regime appears to be drawing down accumulated stockpiles as oil shipments rebound. June 21, 2026
‘We are a superpower,’ Iranian spokesman declares after Trump signs deal Baghaei stressed that the Islamic Republic views Israeli attacks on its Hezbollah terrorist proxy in Lebanon as a violation of the agreement. June 18, 2026
Trump rips ‘fools’ opposed to Iran deal as Hegseth says blockade may be reimposed Defense chief warns the US could resume strikes and reimpose its blockade if Iran fails to adhere to the agreement. June 18, 2026
Trump says Israel should be ‘happy’ with Iran deal, confirms ‘dispute’ over Lebanon President Trump criticizes Israel over Lebanon war, says Israel has no right to oppose Iran deal after failing to take part in the 2020 killing of Iranian general. June 18, 2026
US ambassador calls to deport Hamas, Hezbollah terrorists to Iran US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee proposes alternative peace plan, calling to deport Hamas and Hezbollah members from Lebanon and Gaza to terrorist 'mothership' Iran. June 18, 2026
Lindsey Graham flipflops on Iran deal while other senators slam ‘blunder’ Senator Lindsey Graham drops opposition to Trump administration's Iran agreement, while other Republican lawmakers denounce the deal as a 'blunder.' June 18, 2026
