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Iran threatens instant strike on US bases if attacked

Iran threatens to retaliate against US bases and carriers if attacked: “It won’t unfold the way Trump imagines."

Iran threatens instant strike on US bases if attacked

Pahlavi praises EU terror listing of IRGC, calls for more action

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi welcomes the EU's designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization, saying it sends a message the regime has no legitimacy.

Pahlavi praises EU terror listing of IRGC, calls for more action

'The big plan'

Trump considers extensive strike on Iran

The US is weighing large-scale attacks on Revolutionary Guard facilities. Israeli officials estimate that a limited military move will not topple the Iranian regime.

Trump considers extensive strike on Iran

Pete Hegseth

US military will be 'ready' to strike Iran

Secretary of War cites last year's strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, capture of Nicolas Maduro as evidence that the US can achieve its objective in Iran if Trump orders a strike.

US military will be 'ready' to strike Iran

EU designates IRGC as terror organization

The European Union announced the designation of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terror group, alongside new sanctions over protest repression and abuses.

EU designates IRGC as terror organization

Iran's Jewish MP levels rare critique at Iranian president

Homayoun Samah, the Jewish minority representative in parliament, accused President Masoud Pezeshkian of causing the various issues that plague Iran.

Iran's Jewish MP levels rare critique at Iranian president

Sources: Airstrikes unlikely to topple IRGC

Ahead of potential US strike, Israeli official tells Reuters that toppling IRGC regime will require combination of external pressure and organized internal opposition.

Sources: Airstrikes unlikely to topple IRGC

Iranian FM: Prepared to respond immediately to any aggression

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi claims his country never aspired to nuclear weapons, is willing to reach 'fair, profitable' nuclear deal.

Iranian FM: Prepared to respond immediately to any aggression

Danny Danon: 'Ayatollah regime exports hatred and terror'

'Houthis are not fighting over land or borders, their flag says it all,' Israeli Ambassador to the UN tells its Security Council.

Danny Danon: 'Ayatollah regime exports hatred and terror'

US court jails man 15 years for plot to kill Iranian journalist

50-year-old sentenced to 15 years for plotting to assassinate Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad in an Iran-directed scheme.

US court jails man 15 years for plot to kill Iranian journalist

Khamenei aide:

'Any US strike will trigger attack on heart of Tel Aviv'

Senior Iranian adviser to Khamenei warns that any US military action against Iran will trigger an immediate, all-out response targeting Tel Aviv and supporters of the “aggressor".

'Any US strike will trigger attack on heart of Tel Aviv'

Israeli officials

'Trump wants to overthrow the Iranian regime'

Israeli sources believe that US President Donald Trump is indicating that he is considering a broad move regarding Iran that includes regime change.

'Trump wants to overthrow the Iranian regime'

France to support designation of IRGC on EU terror list

France signals shift as FM Barrot backs EU move to designate IRGC as terror group.

France to support designation of IRGC on EU terror list

Rubio

'No one knows who will rule Iran after Khamenei'

US Secretary of State updates Senate on the 'massive armada' that President Trump was headed toward Iran.

'No one knows who will rule Iran after Khamenei'

Significant world transformations underway

Donald Trump appears to be the only world leader actively opposing the trend to abandon Western values. Opinion.

Significant world transformations underway

JPPI poll:

Strong support for Iran regime change among US Jews

JPPI’s January index shows strong Jewish support for US calls to topple Iran’s regime, alongside mixed views on Venezuela and rising interest in Aliyah.

Strong support for Iran regime change among US Jews

Trump: Massive armada en route to Iran

US President Donald Trump urges IRGC to negotiate fair deal with no nuclear weapons.

Trump: Massive armada en route to Iran

Iranian Jews: No fatalities in our community

Iranian Jews say community unharmed by anti-government protests, faithful to IRGC.

Iranian Jews: No fatalities in our community

Bin Salman to Iran:

'No Saudi territory will be used for military strikes'

Saudi Arabia tells Iran it will not allow its airspace or territory to be used for attacks, as US forces build up in the region and concerns grow over possible military action.

'No Saudi territory will be used for military strikes'

US deports three former IRGC members suspected of terrorism

US deports three former IRGC members suspected of terrorism, part of a flight of 14 Iranians to be deported.

US deports three former IRGC members suspected of terrorism

Trump urges Iran deal:

'A beautiful armada is headed towards Iran'

Trump urges Iran to make a deal while highlighting a major US military buildup in the region as the death toll in the Iranian protests continues to climb.

'A beautiful armada is headed towards Iran'

US considering targeted strikes on Iran

Iran arresting medical personnel treating protesters as US considers taking out key Iranian officials, reports say.

US considering targeted strikes on Iran

Photographer sees herself listed as killed in Iran

Photographer Noya Zion discovered that her photo was circulated worldwide as a person killed in the protests in Iran by a UN report.

Photographer sees herself listed as killed in Iran

Iran threatens 'regret‑inducing' response to US attack

Iran warns it will deliver a “comprehensive and regret‑inducing" response to any attack as US forces move toward the region.

Iran threatens 'regret‑inducing' response to US attack

MidEast officials concerned

Trump may strike Iran in coming days

US warships and jets are moving toward Iran, raising fears of an imminent strike as Tehran and its proxies threaten retaliation and regional leaders warn of a potential wider conflict.

Trump may strike Iran in coming days

He betrayed us:

Iranians are furious with Trump

Amid reports of the horrific massacre in Iran, Iranian protesters last night accused President Donald Trump of not providing the assistance he had promised.

Iranians are furious with Trump

Iran judiciary vows 'no leniency' for anti-regime protesters

Iran’s judiciary chief vows “no leniency" for protest suspects as rights groups report thousands killed and mass arrests.

Iran judiciary vows 'no leniency' for anti-regime protesters

Report

Death toll in Iran surpasses 36,000

Iran International reports a high death toll based on confidential reports and medical testimonies, alongside allegations of extrajudicial executions

Death toll in Iran surpasses 36,000

Former NSC head

Will the US strike Iran? It seems Trump hasn't decided

Dr. Eyal Hulata, former head of the National Security Council, estimates that the US has not yet decided whether to attack Iran and that significant considerations are still being weighed.

Will the US strike Iran? It seems Trump hasn't decided

Report

More than 22,000 killed in crackdown on protests in Iran

Human rights organizations and medical sources estimate that the death toll from the unrest in Iran continues to rise, while the regime in Tehran insists the number stands at about 3,100.

More than 22,000 killed in crackdown on protests in Iran

Emory University fires daughter of Iranian security chief

Emory University dismisses Fatemeh Ardeshir Larijani, daughter of a newly sanctioned Iranian security chief, after protests and calls from US lawmakers demanding her removal.

Emory University fires daughter of Iranian security chief

Estimate: US to attack Iran

CENTCOM, IDF, top brass holds meeting, estimating US will attack Iran.

Estimate: US to attack Iran

Report: Khamenei moved to underground bunker

Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei moved to underground bunker in Tehran as son assumes responsibilities.

Report: Khamenei moved to underground bunker

Possible US-Iran clash?

Major airlines suspend Middle East routes

KLM, Air France and several major airlines suspend weekend flights to Israel and the Gulf amid rising regional tensions and speculation that the US may strike Iran following its protest crackdown.

Major airlines suspend Middle East routes

Report:

Internet access to be fully restored across Iran by Saturday

Fars news agency reports that Iran has begun restoring international internet access, with full nationwide access expected within 24 hours after weeks of restrictions following unrest.

Internet access to be fully restored across Iran by Saturday

New sanctions

US targets Iran’s 'shadow fleet' over protest crackdown

US sanctions nine Iranian oil vessels and related firms, expanding pressure on Tehran over its protest crackdown.

US targets Iran’s 'shadow fleet' over protest crackdown

Trump warns Iran:

'We have a massive fleet heading in that direction'

Trump says the US has a “massive fleet" headed towards Iran and is watching Iran “very closely" after it cancelled executions of protesters last week.

'We have a massive fleet heading in that direction'

A missed opporttunity:

What could have toppled the mullahs and saved 20,000 lives

Read the real reason the US allowed thousnds of Iranian protesters to be slaughtered. Everything else you have read is a smokescreen. Opinion.

What could have toppled the mullahs and saved 20,000 lives

Herzog at Davos: Iran deserves change

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Israeli President Isaac Herzog discussed the pressing issues in the Middle East, says it 'boggles his mind' when those who attacked Israel don't come out in support of the Iranian people.

Herzog at Davos: Iran deserves change

President Trump:

'Iran shoots protesters and continues experiments with nukes'

The U.S. president addressed the possibility of military action against Iran and said his threats to the Tehran regime prevented executions of protesters.

'Iran shoots protesters and continues experiments with nukes'

Huckabee To Iran:

'Take Trump seriously'

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee says Iran should not disregard US threats just because they have not yet been realized.

'Take Trump seriously'

Trump on Iran:

'We hope there’s not going to be further action'

Speaking to CNBC, Trump says Iran canceled 837 planned executions after his threat of military action, urges Tehran to stop pursuing nuclear weapons.

'We hope there’s not going to be further action'

Iran acknowledges: At least 3,117 dead in protests

Iranian state television has published the official death toll from the suppression of protests against the regime. The figure is significantly lower than estimates by human rights organizations.

Iran acknowledges: At least 3,117 dead in protests

IAEA chief warns Iran standoff nearing breaking point

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns Iran must account for missing enriched uranium and allow inspections at bombed sites, saying the standoff “cannot go on forever".

IAEA chief warns Iran standoff nearing breaking point

EU moves to expand drone, missile tech ban on Iran

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen announces plans to expand drone and missile tech export bans on Iran as the regime’s crackdown leaves thousands dead.

EU moves to expand drone, missile tech ban on Iran

US deploys F‑15 squadron to Mideast as tensions with Iran rise

CENTCOM deploys an F‑15 squadron to the Middle East, citing enhanced readiness and regional security as tensions with Iran persist.

US deploys F‑15 squadron to Mideast as tensions with Iran rise

Giulio Meotti:

The courage of Iranians and the cowardice of Westerners

Cowardice is an effective survival strategy for effete westerners, but courage emerges in Iran where fear no longer has any power. Opinion.

The courage of Iranians and the cowardice of Westerners

Iran expert:

'Iranians immensely disappointed by Trump's promises'

Dr. Thamar E. Gindin: 'The Iranian people went to the streets to protest and risked their lives because of Trump's promises. Even if he bombs Iran now, it's too late for thousands of families.'

'Iranians immensely disappointed by Trump's promises'

Sa'ar to EU:

'Rise to the moment. Answer the call of the Iranian people'

At joint Prague press conference, minister urges EU to blacklist Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, warns regime massacres citizens under blackout.

'Rise to the moment. Answer the call of the Iranian people'

Shin Bet warns of Iranian threat in Tiberias

Shin Bet warns Tiberias Mayor of potential for contact between city residents and Iranian intelligence.

Shin Bet warns of Iranian threat in Tiberias

Davos ban sparks war of words with Iranian FM

The President's Office and the Iranian Foreign Minister traded barbs online following the decision to bar Iran from the World Economic Forum.

Davos ban sparks war of words with Iranian FM

Iran claims internet will be fully restored by week’s end

Iranian official says nationwide internet access will be restored by week’s end, ending a shutdown imposed since January 8.

Iran claims internet will be fully restored by week’s end

Iran’s Cry for Help:

Ignored by the Muslim World - Acknowledged by Israel

Israel has emerged as the most vocal advocate for the Iranian people, while the much-touted Islamic "Ummah" watches the slaughter from the sidelines. An upside-down situation that can lead to a better future for Israel and Iran. Opinion.

Ignored by the Muslim World - Acknowledged by Israel

Cruz backs US strike on Iran after all other steps exhausted

Sen. Ted Cruz says the US should exhaust all non‑military options against Iran’s regime but supports force as a last resort.

Cruz backs US strike on Iran after all other steps exhausted

Iran internet blackout briefly lifted as protest death toll soars

Iran’s blackout briefly lifted as rights groups report thousands killed in a crackdown.

Iran internet blackout briefly lifted as protest death toll soars

Reports:

Iran’s state television broadcasts hacked

According to opposition sources in Iran, state television broadcasts were hacked Sunday evening, airing a recorded message by Reza Pahlavi, son of the deposed Shah.

Iran’s state television broadcasts hacked

Iran warns Trump:

'Any attack on Khamenei is full-scale war'

Iran warns that any attack on Khamenei would mean war, as the US weighs military action amid escalating tensions.

'Any attack on Khamenei is full-scale war'

Saudi media:

US still on collision course with Iran

Reports by Al-Arabiya and Al-Hadath say a US aircraft carrier and air squadrons are heading to the region, giving President Trump expanded military options on Iran.

US still on collision course with Iran

Iran Expert:

'I was shocked by Witkoff's remarks on Iran'

Iran researcher Beni Sabti criticizes Witkoff's remarks on the killing in Iran that "has stopped", but holds out hope that it was part of an act of misdirection.

'I was shocked by Witkoff's remarks on Iran'

Iranian official

Fatalities in anti-regime protests top 5,000

A senior Iranian official said that at least 5,000 people have been killed in protests, including about 500 security personnel.

Fatalities in anti-regime protests top 5,000