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News and updates about Iran

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.

'Not yet' time for nuclear talks with US

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.

Where is Khamenei?

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Supreme Court upholds death sentence for women's rights activist

After previously overturning the death sentence of human rights activist Sharifeh Mohammadi, whose activism included opposition to the death penalty, Iran's highest court now upholds the sentence.

Supreme Court upholds death sentence for women's rights activist

Iran defiantly continues talks with IAEA after Israeli strikes

Iran says it will continue nuclear talks with the IAEA despite a recent Israeli-American bombing campaign that destroyed key sites.

Iran defiantly continues talks with IAEA after Israeli strikes

Iranian MP:

'Our missiles can match nuclear destruction, reach US and Canada'

Iranian MP Abolfazl Zohrevand claims upgraded missiles can strike the US and cause nuclear-level damage, warns of an inevitable war unless Iran achieves full power and the US abandons global dominance.

'Our missiles can match nuclear destruction, reach US and Canada'

Top Iranian general:

'Another war with Israel or US may be coming'

Top Iranian general Yahya Rahim Safavi declares the ceasefire with Israel and the US is only a phase in a wider war, warning of future conflict.

'Another war with Israel or US may be coming'

Iran’s distorted mindset

Perhaps Israel with its high-minded approach to life has been able to see Iran as its neighbor and not only as its neighbor-enemy. But the Iranians true to form won’t be moved. Opinion.

Iran’s distorted mindset

Iran working with Russia, China to thwart Europe sanctions

Iran says it's working with Russia and China to block European efforts to reimpose sanctions tied to the 2015 nuclear deal.

Iran working with Russia, China to thwart Europe sanctions

HRW slams Israel over strike on Iran’s Evin Prison

Human Rights Watch accuses Israel of an indiscriminate strike on Tehran’s Evin prison during the recent war with Iran, while alleging Iranian authorities beat and tortured inmates after evacuation.

HRW slams Israel over strike on Iran’s Evin Prison

Iranian entities hack Fmr. Minister Shaked's phone

Former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked's phone was hacked by Iranian actors after she clicked a suspicious link, prompting renewed Shin Bet warnings to public officials.

Iranian entities hack Fmr. Minister Shaked's phone

'A mirage'

Iran's president rejects Netanyahu's offer to solve water crisis

Iranian President Pezeshkian rejects Prime Minister Netanyahu's offer to help solve Iran’s water crisis, calling it a "mirage."

Iran's president rejects Netanyahu's offer to solve water crisis

Lebanon:

Aoun confronts Iran’s envoy over interference

During a high-level meeting in Beirut, President Aoun told Iran's top security envoy that Lebanon's stability requires respect for sovereignty and rejection of sectarian ties.

Aoun confronts Iran’s envoy over interference

Iran:

'Direct talks with US possible, but no zero enrichment'

Iran’s vice president says Tehran could hold direct nuclear talks with the US if conditions are equal. Tehran has so far rejected Washington’s demand to halt uranium enrichment.

'Direct talks with US possible, but no zero enrichment'

Water crisis in Iran

Netanyahu to Iranians: Take to the streets, we stand with you

In message to the Iranian people, Israeli PM lays blame for Iran's water crisis on the Iranian regime, offers Israel's assistance in overcoming the water crisis when the ayatollahs no longer stand in the way.

Netanyahu to Iranians: Take to the streets, we stand with you

Drought, mismanagement

Iran's water crisis reaches new heights

A sharp decline in rainfall, misallocation of water, and outdated infrastructure have brought Iran to a severe water crisis. More than 2,000 villages are receiving water via tankers, and residents are protesting against the government, while the Iranian president warns of an "unimaginable situation."

Iran's water crisis reaches new heights

Defense Minister

'The Red Wedding participants are waiting for Khamenei'

Minister Israel Katz reacts to Iranian publication of a list of Israeli officials for assassination. 'I suggest to the Iranian dictator Khamenei that when he emerges from his bunker, he occasionally looks up to the sky and listens carefully for any buzzing.'

'The Red Wedding participants are waiting for Khamenei'

No inspections planned

Iran to host IAEA official

The IAEA's deputy head will visit Iran Monday to ease tensions, but no inspections will occur. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi reiterates that cooperation is contingent on new terms.

Iran to host IAEA official

'A blow to Iran':

Jewish community in Baku welcomes agreement with Armenia

Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Baku says Azerbaijan-Armenia agreement promotes peace, connection, and unity, giving the region strength to stand against Iran’s influence; Tehran and Moscow express fierce opposition to the historic accord.

Jewish community in Baku welcomes agreement with Armenia

Iranian Axis publishes 'assassination list'

Pro-Iranian Saberin News Agency publishes a graphic list naming targets for assassination of Israel's top security echelon.

Iranian Axis publishes 'assassination list'

Jews in Iran launch fundraising campaign for children of Gaza

Jewish community in Isfahan, Iran collects food and essential items for Gaza residents, emphasizing spiritual solidarity with the oppressed Palestinians, condemning Israeli actions in Gaza and calling for global efforts to end oppression.

Jews in Iran launch fundraising campaign for children of Gaza

Iran arrests 20 'Mossad agents', vows harsh punishment

Iran says 20 alleged Mossad operatives were arrested in recent months, warning of severe punishment. The announcement follows the execution of nuclear scientist Rouzbeh Vadi.

Iran arrests 20 'Mossad agents', vows harsh punishment

US targets Iranian networks over sanctions evasion, repression

Sanctions aim to block Iran’s revenue from oil sales, disrupt proxy funding, and penalize surveillance tech used to suppress dissent and enforce hijab rules.

US targets Iranian networks over sanctions evasion, repression

Iranian government executes spy for Israel and ISIS terrorist

Iran executes two men, one accused of spying for Israel and another linked to ISIS. Both executions follow Supreme Court rulings.

Iranian government executes spy for Israel and ISIS terrorist

Iran backs Hezbollah, rejects disarmament plan

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expresses support for Hezbollah’s rejection of Lebanon's plan to disarm the group, claims the group recovered after setbacks in last year’s war with Israel.

Iran backs Hezbollah, rejects disarmament plan

Trump issues threat to Iran:

'If they restart their nuclear program, we'll be back'

President Trump threatens Iran with a swift response if they restart their nuclear program, following US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities in June.

'If they restart their nuclear program, we'll be back'

Khamenei adviser Ali Larijani named Iran’s new security chief

Iranian President Pezeshkian names longtime Khamenei adviser Ali Larijani as head of the Supreme National Security Council. The move follows Iran’s 12-day conflict with Israel. Larijani, a former IRGC member, replaces Ali Akbar Ahmadian.

Khamenei adviser Ali Larijani named Iran’s new security chief

Iran refuses to allow inspectors into nuclear facilities

A delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency, visiting Iran next week, is authorized solely to hold technical and professional discussions.

Iran refuses to allow inspectors into nuclear facilities

After clash with Israel

Iran forms National Defense Council

Iran approves the creation of a National Defense Council following its June confrontation with Israel. The new body, chaired by President Pezeshkian, will centralize military planning and boost the armed forces' capabilities.

Iran forms National Defense Council

Largest US Iran sanctions since 2018 hit oil shipping fleet

The designations target over 115 individuals, companies, and vessels tied to a vast Iranian oil shipping empire controlled by Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani.

Largest US Iran sanctions since 2018 hit oil shipping fleet

Iran:

Two US Jews arrested in Iran on suspicion of espionage

Two Jews, holding US citizenship, were arrested in Iran for interrogation on suspicion of ties to Israel following Operation Rising Lion.

Two US Jews arrested in Iran on suspicion of espionage

Espionage:

Israeli indicted for espionage and contact with Iranian agent

Serious indictment filed against Israeli accused of contact with Iranian officials and transferring sensitive security information, facing potential life sentence.

Israeli indicted for espionage and contact with Iranian agent

Crown Prince unites opposition: End the Islamic Republic now!

Prince Reza Pahlavi unites over 500 Iranian opposition figures in Munich, declaring a "historic moment" to end the Islamic Republic. He condemns the regime's destruction of Iran and unveils a five-pillar strategy for a democratic future.

Crown Prince unites opposition: End the Islamic Republic now!

New details on Iran attack:

The bomb that could have paralyzed Israel

Iran was working on developing an electromagnetic pulse bomb which could have crippled Israel's electrical infrastructure.

The bomb that could have paralyzed Israel

Iran, European powers agree to continue nuclear talks

Iran says it will continue nuclear talks with European powers after "serious, frank, and detailed" discussions in Istanbul, the first since last month's bombings of Iran’s nuclear sites.

Iran, European powers agree to continue nuclear talks

Iran threatens to quit NPT over snapback sanctions

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi threatens that Iran will leave the Non-Proliferation Treaty ahead of meeting with EU countries which have warned of the reimposition of snapback sanctions.

Iran threatens to quit NPT over snapback sanctions

Israeli rabbi sends rare message to Iranian Supreme Leader

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu challenges Iranian leaders with scriptural and historical arguments, urging them to recognize Israel’s divine legitimacy.

Israeli rabbi sends rare message to Iranian Supreme Leader

Report:

Iran suspects Israel in wave of mysterious fires and explosions

For over two weeks, a string of unexplained fires and explosions has shaken Iran, hitting everything from oil refineries and apartment blocks to roads near major airports and even a shoe factory.

Iran suspects Israel in wave of mysterious fires and explosions

Iran demands:

'Expel Israel from FIFA over attacks on athletes'

Iran urges FIFA to expel Israel, alleging attacks on athletes during recent military operations, presses IOC to act against Israel for “human rights violations.”

'Expel Israel from FIFA over attacks on athletes'

Defense Minister:

'We are at the closest point to achieving the war’s objectives'

Defense Minister Israel Katz leads a multi-front security assessment, signals the potential renewal of military action against Iran.

'We are at the closest point to achieving the war’s objectives'

Haskel meets Dutch MP

'A courageous voice against Iranian regime, rising antisemitism'

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel met yesterday in Jerusalem with Dutch Member of Parliament Ulysse Ellian during his 1st visit to Israel.

'A courageous voice against Iranian regime, rising antisemitism'

Iran:

Agents, fake invitation and DNA helped Mossad penetrate IRGC

Iran attempts to conceal a series of severe security failures, following deep-cover Mossad operations that led to the precise elimination of senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps officials.

Agents, fake invitation and DNA helped Mossad penetrate IRGC

Moments before ceasefire:

Senior Iranian nuclear scientist key target in Israeli strike

Mohammad Reza Seddiqi Saber, a senior nuclear scientist regarded as a key figure in Iran's nuclear warhead development program, was killed in a precision Israeli strike just hours before the ceasefire in Operation Rising Lion.

Senior Iranian nuclear scientist key target in Israeli strike

IDF Chief of Staff:

'The campaign against Iran is not over'

IDF Chief of Staff LTG Eyal Zamir led a special meeting emphasizing a complex and challenging reality that requires multi-arena operations.

'The campaign against Iran is not over'

Iran:

Cyberattacks damage critical infrastructure

For the first time, Tehran acknowledges critical systems attacked in a coordinated and large-scale manner, blames "foreign entities" and establishes special team to prevent further intrusions.

Cyberattacks damage critical infrastructure

'Finally, we had what we wanted'

Netanyahu reveals what really ties him to Trump

In a wide-ranging interview, Prime Minister Netanyahu discusses US politics, his legacy, personal regrets, and an unexpected moment with President Trump over hamburgers.

Netanyahu reveals what really ties him to Trump

Iran threatens Gulf security if Europe moves on sanctions

Iranian lawmaker warns that the Islamic Republic could end regional security cooperation if European states trigger the UN snapback mechanism to reimpose sanctions.

Iran threatens Gulf security if Europe moves on sanctions

Iran launches satellite rocket in first test since June war

Iran tests the Ghased satellite launch vehicle, previously used by the IRGC, to assess new technologies.

Iran launches satellite rocket in first test since June war

Iranian FM:

'Enrichment is dear to us, no plans to stop'

Iran’s Foreign Minister says his country refuses to abandon uranium enrichment, calling it a matter of "national pride."

'Enrichment is dear to us, no plans to stop'

Concerning facts on Israel's security situation

A stark warning - the next war may be far worse than October 7. In the campaign against Hamas, we have already suffered a loss.

Concerning facts on Israel's security situation

Iran, European powers to resume nuclear talks in Istanbul

Iran says it will hold nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany in Istanbul on Friday, amid rising tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

Iran, European powers to resume nuclear talks in Istanbul

Iran was a Potemkin country, but……

Let us give Iran credit for its propaganda and image projection of being more than they actually were, this aided by a weak West, Europe and America with insubstantial foolish leaders who swallowed Iran’s propaganda and bluff. And what now? Opinion.

Iran was a Potemkin country, but……

US intel confirms:

Iranian President injured in Israeli attack

US intelligence sources confirm to CBS News that Iranian President Pezeshkian was injured during an Israeli strike last month, corroborating Iranian state media reports.

Iranian President injured in Israeli attack

Europe warns Iran:

'Resume diplomacy or face sanctions'

France, Britain, and Germany issue a stern warning to Iran, demanding immediate resumption of nuclear diplomacy and threatening to reinstate UN sanctions by summer's end if "concrete progress" towards a nuclear deal isn't made.

'Resume diplomacy or face sanctions'

IDF soldier charged with passing info to Iranian agents for money

An indictment was filed against an IDF soldier for contact with a foreign agent and passing information to the enemy, after he had contact with Iranian agents.

IDF soldier charged with passing info to Iranian agents for money

Teacher arrested for spying for Iran

The ISA and the Israel Police have recently arrested an Israeli citizen, a teacher residing in the Negev, on suspicion of carrying out security missions for Iran.

Teacher arrested for spying for Iran

Khamenei claims:

'Israeli strikes aimed to undermine Iranian system, spark unrest'

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei charges that Israel's June offensive sought to "weaken the system" and incite internal unrest for regime overthrow.

'Israeli strikes aimed to undermine Iranian system, spark unrest'

Iranian weapons shipment to Houthis intercepted in Yemen

The Yemeni National Resistance Forces intercepted over 750 tons of Iranian-made weapons bound for the Houthis, including missiles, drones, radar systems, and military manuals.

Iranian weapons shipment to Houthis intercepted in Yemen

Bahraini Crown Prince:

Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

In White House talks, President Trump and Bahrain’s Crown Prince discuss reduced regional tensions and Iran's nuclear ambitions.

Volatility in the Gulf reduced thanks to war on Iran

Report: This is how Iran bypassed Israel's air defense systems

Wall Street Journal report reveals how Iran adapted its missile tactics during Operation Rising Lion, exploiting gaps in Israel’s air defense systems to increase their effectiveness.

Report: This is how Iran bypassed Israel's air defense systems

Trump:

'I'm in no rush to talk to Iran'

US President Trump states he is "in no rush" to talk to Iran, despite their desire for discussions.

'I'm in no rush to talk to Iran'