Iran

Report:

Iran suspected of missile launch at Imam Khomeini spaceport

Satellite imagery analyzed by the Associated Press suggests Iran tested a missile at Imam Khomeini Spaceport, raising concerns amid sanctions and regional tensions.

Israeli-American accused of espionage for Iran

While living in Morocco, Yaakov Perl made contact with Iranian intelligence, and even came to Israel to carry out their instructions.

Iran’s President:

'European sanctions move lacks international legitimacy'

Iran’s President Pezeshkian condemns France, Britain, and Germany for reviving UN sanctions, accusing them of yielding to US pressure and undermining the JCPOA at the UN General Assembly.

IAEA chief:

Iran talks at 'difficult juncture' as sanctions set to return

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns Iran talks are at a “difficult juncture” as snapback sanctions near. Dialogue continues, but Tehran accuses Europe of undermining diplomacy.

Netanyahu

'We need to destroy the Iranian axis'

PM meets Defense Minister, Chief of Staff at the IDF headquarters, stresses, 'we are determined to achieve all of our war objectives' in the coming year.

Iran denies reports of planned meeting with E3 in Vienna

Iranian official denies reports of a meeting with European counterparts in Vienna as UN sanctions loom.

Iran:

'UN vote effectively suspended nuclear cooperation'

Iran's top security body says it will suspend cooperation with the UN's nuclear watchdog following a UN Security Council vote to reimpose sanctions.

Sa'ar welcomes

UN backs reimposition of sanctions on Iran

The UN Security Council fails to stop the re-imposition of sanctions on Iran's nuclear program. Foreign Minister Sa'ar hails the move, saying it will help prevent a nuclear-armed Iran, while Iran vows to respond to “unlawful” action.

After US pressure:

Iran backs down on anti-Israel measure at IAEA

Iran abruptly withdraws a resolution condemning attacks on its nuclear sites, a move Western diplomats say followed intense US lobbying and a threat to cut IAEA funding.

Europe and Iran fail to bridge gap on nuclear safeguards

Talks between Iran and European nations on Iran's nuclear program stall, with UN sanctions set to be reimposed. Tehran refuses concessions, despite Western demands for concrete action, and vows retaliation.

US designates 4 Iran-aligned militias as terrorist organizations

The State Department listed Harakat al-Nujaba, Kata’ib Sayyid al-Shuhada, Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya, and Kata’ib al-Imam Ali as FTOs, citing Iranian support and threats to US forces.

US unleashes sanctions on Iranian regime’s crypto network

The US sanctions two Iranian financiers and a dozen firms for funneling over $100M in crypto from oil sales to the Iranian government, exposing its "shadow banking" network.

US Energy Secretary:

'Iran's nuclear weapons pathway must be dismantled'

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright declares that Iran's nuclear program must be "completely dismantled" following joint US-Israeli attacks on its enrichment plants.

Netanyahu

'If we didn't act, we'd die and the Jewish story would die'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the “Fifty States - One Israel” event at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with the largest delegation of American legislators to ever visit Israel.

Defense Min. Dir.

'War against Iran ended in victory, there will be more rounds'

The Director General of the Defense Ministry believes there will be further rounds of combat against Iran.

Analysis:

Iran's struggle for global realignment after Israeli strikes

If a path forward for Iran and the West exists at all, it will be found in the narrow space of mutual recognition of interests. Analysis.

Iranian connections:

Haredi youth convicted of contact with an Iranian agent

Court convicts Elimelech Stern, 22, of contact with a foreign agent and conspiracy to commit threats after he followed actions directed by Iranian agents.

Iran warns: Israel will attack again

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to attend Doha summit, Iranian official warns Arab countries not to cooperate with Israel.

Online threats against Israelis

Dozens of actors fall victim to Iranian phishing attack

Israeli actors received emails posing as a casting call for a new film by a well-known director about Hamas’s deadly attack on October 7, followed by threats.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'Enriched uranium buried under rubble of Israeli strikes'

Iran's Foreign Minister reveals enriched nuclear material is "under the rubble" of facilities hit in the recent war with Israel, adding to global concerns over the regime's nuclear program.

IDF eliminates terrorist working for Iran in Lebanon

The IDF eliminated Wasim Saeed Jaba‘i, a terrorist in the Imam Hossein Division, which is used by the IRGC’s Quds Force to bolster the 'axis of resistance' and employ forces against Israel.

Amid Western pressure

Iran resumes limited cooperation with IAEA

Iran signs new nuclear framework with IAEA in Cairo, marking first talks since June war with Israel. Tehran demands guarantees before resuming US negotiations.

Nuclear experts

'Iran has no identifiable route to produce weapon-grade uranium'

Institute for Science and International Security report finds that 'for the first time in over 15 years, Iran has no identifiable route to produce weapon-grade uranium in its centrifuge plants.'

IAEA chief:

'Time running out to resume Iran nuclear inspections'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns time is short to resume nuclear inspections in Iran. Talks continue as Europe threatens sanctions unless Tehran complies and re-engages in nuclear diplomacy.

Iran expert:

Tehran preparing for next confrontation with Israel, Jews

Iran expert Eliyahu Yossian warns against complacency towards the regime in Tehran, which he believes is currently preparing for next confrontation against Jews and Israelis.

Iran’s FM:

'Ready to resume nuclear talks - if US shows respect'

Iran says it’s close to a new IAEA deal, but demands respect and sovereignty before resuming nuclear cooperation.

Cleared for publication

New footage: Iranian missile strikes iconic Haifa tower

The IDF has permitted the publication of footage of the June 20 Iranian missile strike on Haifa’s Sail Tower, which damaged government offices, injured 55 people, and forced ministries to relocate.

Iran cuts ties with Australia over antisemitic arson allegations

Iran downgrades ties with Australia after Canberra expelled its envoy over alleged antisemitic arson plots. Tehran denies accusations, calling them "ridiculous and baseless".

Nuclear watchdog:

Iran grew near-weapons Uranium before Israeli strikes

IAEA reports Iran expanded 60% enriched uranium stockpile ahead of Israeli strikes, raising serious concerns over inspections and verification access.

US sanctions oil smuggling network tied to Iran

US sanctions UAE-based network for smuggling Iranian oil as Iraqi crude, targeting Iran’s revenue stream amid stalled nuclear talks.

Iran:

'US missile demands sabotage nuclear talks'

Iran says nuclear talks with the US remain possible, but missile restrictions demanded by Washington are obstructing progress, warns such conditions “negate any talks.”

China, Russia slam European push to restore Iran sanctions

China and Russia back Iran in rejecting a European bid to reimpose UN sanctions, calling the snapback move “legally flawed” amid failed nuclear talks and rising tensions over uranium enrichment.

Foreign Ministry:

'Coordinated media bias turns news into politics'

Study: 77% of global media coverage of Operation Rising Lion targets Israel, only 23% Iran. Foreign Ministry: ‘When 150 outlets choose to stop reporting news, it’s politics, not journalism.’

Iranian Jews feel safe and secure

Representatives of the Jewish community in Iran condemn the expulsion of the Iranian ambassador from Australia and claim that they maintain good relations with the Muslim residents of the country.

Iran arrests eight for alleged Mossad espionage during June war

Iran’s IRGC arrests eight suspects accused of spying for Mossad during Israel’s June offensive. Materials for sabotage seized.

Report:

Here's how Israel targeted top-secret meeting in Iranian bunker

Israel located and struck secret meeting of senior Iranian leaders after exploiting security gap created by security guards' phones, NYT report says.

Putin to meet Iran’s Pezeshkian amid sanctions showdown

Putin will meet Iran’s President in China following the E3’s announcement that it will reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear non-compliance.

Israeli firm reveals:

Iranian hackers targeted Gaza ceasefire talks

Israeli firm Dream says Iran-linked hackers infiltrated Gaza ceasefire talks, targeting diplomats and global organizations with malware disguised as official emails.

UN:

Iran executed 841 people so far in 2025

UN and Hengaw warn of record executions in Iran, with 841 deaths this year, including women, minorities and political prisoners, urging a moratorium on capital punishment

After 'snapback':

Iran offers nuclear talks - if West shows goodwill

Iran’s Foreign Minister says Iran is ready to resume fair nuclear talks after the E3 moved to reimpose UN sanctions over alleged violations of the 2015 nuclear deal.

Minister Gideon Sa'ar on X:

E3 pushes for UN sanctions as Iran continues nuclear pursuit

Despite Israel and US operation against Iran’s nuclear program, Iran still desires to acquire a nuclear weapon. E3’s move to initiate the return of UN sanctions on Iran is crucial to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

E3 triggers UN sanctions on Iran over nuclear deal violations

European powers trigger snapback mechanism ahead of October deadline, citing Iran's noncompliance with 2015 nuclear deal following US and Israeli airstrikes.

Satellite images reveal:

Iran rapidly cleaning up Israeli-targeted nuclear site

Iran is swiftly clearing a bombed nuclear site in Tehran, likely to erase evidence of weapons work, as satellite images show major demolition.

Unlikely agreement:

Iran’s FM agrees with Netanyahu’s assessment of Australian PM

Iran’s FM Araghchi agrees with Netanyahu that Australia’s PM is “weak” after Albanese blames Iran for attacks on Jews and expels its envoy. Araghchi fires back, accusing Canberra of appeasing “war criminals.”

'Terrorism is in its DNA'

Crown Prince urges E3 to sanction Iran over nuclear threat

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi calls on the UK, France, and Germany to reinstate snapback sanctions, warning that Iran’s regime is exploiting talks to advance its nuclear goals and evade international oversight.

How Iran funded a terror attack on Jews in Australia

Investigators traced payments through intermediaries to expose how Iran funneled money to local criminals used in the synagogue attack.

Report: UN sanctions on Iran imminent as E3 acts

Britain, France, and Germany set to begin UN sanctions process this week, citing Iran’s failure to meet nuclear commitments; Tehran warns of harsh response.

Clock ticking:

Iran refuses to yield as sanctions deadline nears

As Iran and E3 representatives meet ahead of deadline for reinstating sanctions, a source tells Axios the Iranians "haven't put tangible detailed deliverables on the table."

UAE requires security escorts for kashrut supervisors

Amid rising threats from Iran and its proxies, UAE authorities ordered security escorts for kashrut supervisors at food plants, raising supervision costs and heightening Jewish security.

CAM urges global probe into Iran’s role in antisemitic attacks

CAM calls on world leaders to investigate Iranian involvement in global antisemitism following Australia’s expose.

Iran nuclear talks resume amid sanctions threat

Nuclear talks between Iran and Europe to resume on Tuesday, as the Europeans threaten sanctions over Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

Australia to expel Iranian envoy over antisemitic attacks

Australia's Prime Minister says Iran's government directed at least two attacks against the Australian Jewish community. Australia will expel Iran's ambassador and list the IRGC as a terror group.

Report:

Tehran shows readiness to reduce enrichment amid sanctions threat

Iran considers reducing uranium enrichment to 20% as European powers push for renewed nuclear talks and threaten snapback sanctions, the Telegraph reports.

Iran kills six militants, alleges Israeli Mossad ties

Iran claims six militants killed in a southeastern clash were tied to Israel's Mossad; two arrested, most foreign nationals. No Israeli response to Tehran's accusations.

Report:

E3 Foreign Ministers' call with Iran hits brick wall

According to an Axios report, a phone call between the Foreign Ministers of Britain, France, and Germany and their Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, failed to make any progress on the nuclear issue.

Hegseth fires general over Iran strike assessment

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fires general whose agency's intelligence report contradicted Trump and Netanyahu's assessment of the Iran nuclear strikes.

UK sanctions networks enabling Iran's destabilising activity

The UK has announced sanctions against those whose revenue supports Iran's destabilising activities.

Iran warns Israel:

'We have new missiles with more power'

Iran's Defense Minister announces the country has developed missiles with "far greater capabilities" than those used in a recent war with Israel, threatening to use them in any future conflict.

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'Not yet' time for nuclear talks with US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the time for "effective" nuclear talks with the US has not yet arrived, following a pause in negotiations after Israeli and US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Where is Khamenei?

Sharona Mazalian of Tel Aviv University claims that Iranian leader Ali Khamenei has gone into hiding, avoiding showing his face in public, possibly due to weakness and deep depression.