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Iran threatens Israel after drone attack

Iranian officials have no doubt Israel was behind the attack, but Mossad says it can strike anywhere within Iranian territory.

Iran threatens Israel after drone attack

Former Navy commander: Israel needs to strike Iran this year

The former commander of the Israeli navy Vice Admiral Eliezer Marom says the Jewish State has run out of options.

Former Navy commander: Israel needs to strike Iran this year

Intelligence officials:

'Drone attack in Isfahan was the work of the Mossad'

Senior intelligence officials tell The New York Times Israel attacked military facility in Isfahan due to concerns about its own security.

'Drone attack in Isfahan was the work of the Mossad'

EU exploring legal options to blacklist IRGC

Paris and Berlin voiced their support for the measure, officials tell The Financial Times.

EU exploring legal options to blacklist IRGC

US officials: Israel behind bombing of Iranian drone factory

Report citing US officials and other sources claims Israel bombed Iranian military facility using bomb-laden unmanned helicopters.

US officials: Israel behind bombing of Iranian drone factory

3 suicide drones used in attack on Iranian munitions factory

American sources say US, another country which is not Israel, behind attack intended to send message about ballistic munitions exports.

3 suicide drones used in attack on Iranian munitions factory

DOJ charges 3 men in plot to assassinate prominent Iran critic

Members of Eastern European criminal group indicted for murder-for-hire scheme to kill journalist critical of Iranian regime.

DOJ charges 3 men in plot to assassinate prominent Iran critic

Op-ed:

Juniper Oak, the JCPOA and ‘Zero Surprises’

Biden is committed to a policy that will empower Iran militarily, economically and diplomatically against Israel and Sunni Arabs. Op-ed.

Juniper Oak, the JCPOA and ‘Zero Surprises’

Military expert: Iran using Jenin to wage war against Israel

Hamas looking to recruit potential terrorists from Judea and Samaria as Iran using Jenin as a launching pad for attacks against Israel.

Military expert: Iran using Jenin to wage war against Israel

Following B'nai Brith action:

Canadian capital renames street after Mahsa Amini

City council in Ottawa officially renames section of street outside the former Iranian Embassy after woman whose death sparked protests.

Canadian capital renames street after Mahsa Amini

Op-ed:

Why the gender-obssessed West abandoned Afghan and Iranian women

In the insane West, the word “woman” no longer has a meaning, and you can get in trouble for using the word - so why save them? Op-ed.

Why the gender-obssessed West abandoned Afghan and Iranian women

Who will celebrate World Hijab Day this year?

The progressives celebrating World Hijab Day are really revealing their low expectations for other cultures by excusing misogyny. Op-ed.

Who will celebrate World Hijab Day this year?

Iran threatens 'reciprocal' measures if IRGC is blacklisted

Iran's Foreign Minister says his country will blacklist elements of EU countries if the IRGC is blacklisted by Europe.

Iran threatens 'reciprocal' measures if IRGC is blacklisted

IRGC commander to EU:

'Don't make a mistake by blacklisting us'

IRGC chief: If the Europeans make a mistake, they must accept the consequences.

'Don't make a mistake by blacklisting us'

Amid sanctions

Iran's currency sinks to all-time low

The dollar was selling for as much as 447,000 rials on Iran's unofficial market on Saturday, compared with 430,500 the previous day.

Iran's currency sinks to all-time low

Report: IRGC office discovered in Jewish area of London

UK politician urges government to shut down office used as 'outreach center' for Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Report: IRGC office discovered in Jewish area of London

EU to sanction Iran officials, IRGC blacklist still under debate

EU will impose new sanctions on 37 Iranian officials and organizations, but will stop short for now of blacklisting the Revolutionary Guard.

EU to sanction Iran officials, IRGC blacklist still under debate

Iran:

'EU would be shooting itself in the foot if it blacklists IRGC'

Iran's Foreign Minister warns EU against blacklisting the IRGC following non-binding vote on the issue by the European Parliament.

'EU would be shooting itself in the foot if it blacklists IRGC'

Report:

US official met with Iranian UN ambassador multiple times

The State Department confirmed that messages are being delivered to Iran, even though the nuclear deal “is not on the agenda.”

US official met with Iranian UN ambassador multiple times

Iranian general to US, Israel:

'Soon the Great Satan will be destroyed'

Deputy commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps repeats threats to destroy Israel and the US, boasts about military capablities.

'Soon the Great Satan will be destroyed'

'Chess pieces': Did Prince Harry give Iran a 'talking point?'

Why was Prince Harry bragging about 'killing 25 people' during his tour of service in Afghanistan?

'Chess pieces': Did Prince Harry give Iran a 'talking point?'

Germany summons Iran's ambassador for a second time

German Foreign Minister summons Iran's ambassador to Berlin over rash of executions by Tehran.

Germany summons Iran's ambassador for a second time

National Security Council

'If Israel is abandoned, Netanyahu will bomb Iran'

National Security Council head and long-time Netanyahu ally Tzachi Hanegbi says PM is prepared to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities.

'If Israel is abandoned, Netanyahu will bomb Iran'

Op-ed:

Khamenei's new police commander is a lunatic thug

The kangaroo Islamic court of mullahs is ruling to execute young protesters amid crack down on the anti-regime’s nationwide protests. Op-ed.

Khamenei's new police commander is a lunatic thug

Report:

Anti-regime Iranian cleric visits Israel, meets with officials

According to i24News, the imam did not deny the visit and noted his friendship with an official close to the prime minister.

Anti-regime Iranian cleric visits Israel, meets with officials

Iran executes former Deputy Defense Minister

Alireza Akbari, a British-Iranian national, was sentenced to death on charges of spying for Britain.

Iran executes former Deputy Defense Minister

Nasrallah meets visiting Iranian Foreign Minister

The two discuss threats by Israeli officials "after the formation of the new government composed of extremists and corrupts."

Nasrallah meets visiting Iranian Foreign Minister

100 EU lawmakers sign letter urging tougher response to Iran

Parliamentarians call on EU foreign affairs chief to enact stronger measures to deter Iran's ongoing violations against its own people.

100 EU lawmakers sign letter urging tougher response to Iran

B’nai Brith urges ouster of Iranian representative in Montreal

Advocacy org calls for investigation into alleged terror ties of ex-Iran Air CEO representing Islamic Republic at UN agency in Montreal.

B’nai Brith urges ouster of Iranian representative in Montreal

Watch: Netanyahu warns Hezbollah - 'We will jog your memory'

The Prime Minister said Iran and Lebanon would get a 'reminder' of Israel's red lines if they tried to cross them.

Watch: Netanyahu warns Hezbollah - 'We will jog your memory'

Charlie Hebdo doubles down on Khamenei cartoons

French satirical newspaper publishes fresh cartoons of Iranian Supreme despite protests from Iran and its allies.

Charlie Hebdo doubles down on Khamenei cartoons

Iran claims:

'We detained 13 members of Mossad-linked network'

Iran once again claims to have captured a network of spies working for Israel's Mossad.

'We detained 13 members of Mossad-linked network'

Canada:

TikTok blocks anti-Israel content after B’nai Brith advocacy

Banned account also contained praise for Ayatollah Khamenei and footage of Canadian Jews being harassed.

TikTok blocks anti-Israel content after B’nai Brith advocacy

Qassem Soleimani:

Former Israeli intel. chief reveals Israel's role in killing

"Israel convinced the US that Soleimani posed an 'immediate threat.'"

Former Israeli intel. chief reveals Israel's role in killing

Iran:

Daughter of former President sent to five years in prison

Iranian activist Faezeh Hashemi was arrested in Tehran in September for encouraging demonstrations.

Daughter of former President sent to five years in prison

Netanyahu to AIPAC leaders:

'It's time to close ranks between Israel and the United States'

PM speaks to AIPAC leaders: The entire world sees what we've been talking about, that Iran is a terrible, repressive, terrorist regime.

'It's time to close ranks between Israel and the United States'

Watch: Iranian video ad depicts Trump assassination

An IRGC-affiliated Telegram channel shares animated video depicting the assassination of former President Trump.

Watch: Iranian video ad depicts Trump assassination

Iran:

Dozens protest outside French embassy over Khamenei cartoons

Dozens burn French flags outside French embassy in Tehran after Charlie Hebdo published cartoons of Islamic Republic's Supreme Leader.

Dozens protest outside French embassy over Khamenei cartoons

Germany:

Iranian arrested over plot to commit attack

32-year-old suspected of procuring cyanide and ricin to commit an "Islamist-motivated" attack in Germany.

Iranian arrested over plot to commit attack

Netanyahu blasts Iran over execution of protesters

The Israeli Prime Minister released a video condemning the killing of anti-regime protesters Mohammad Karami and Seyed Mohammad.

Netanyahu blasts Iran over execution of protesters

Amid protests:

Khamenei appoints new chief of police

Supreme Leader names General Ahmad-Reza Radan as new police chief, urges police to "improve its capabilities".

Khamenei appoints new chief of police

US, Britain condemn latest executions in Iran

Condemnations come after two people are executed over alleged involvement in death of paramilitary officer.

US, Britain condemn latest executions in Iran

Iran:

Islamic Republic hangs two more protesters

Mohammad Mahdi Karami and Seyed Mohammad Hosseini were sentenced to death by Iran's Supreme Court.

Islamic Republic hangs two more protesters

Canada urged to take action 3 years after Iran downed plane

On three-year anniversary of shooting down of Flight PS 752 by IRGC, B'nai Brith calls on Canadian government to hold Iran accountable.

Canada urged to take action 3 years after Iran downed plane

Following Khamenei cartoons:

Iran shuts down Tehran-based French research institute

Iran was livid over "offensive" cartoons of Khamenei published in Charlie Hebdo magazine.

Iran shuts down Tehran-based French research institute

Report:

IRGC member was assassinated by IRGC Intelligence Organization

IRGC member killed outside his home was reportedly assassinated over his leniency towards anti-regime protesters.

IRGC member was assassinated by IRGC Intelligence Organization

Khamenei hints:

Iran may loosen strict dress codes for women

Iran’s Supreme Leader: Women who do not have full hijab should not be considered as people outside of religion.

Iran may loosen strict dress codes for women

'Insulting and indecent act':

Iran livid after Charlie Hebdo publishes cartoons of Khamenei

Iran summons French ambassador after Charlie Hebdo magazine publishes Khamenei cartoons deemed insulting.

Iran livid after Charlie Hebdo publishes cartoons of Khamenei

Iranian President vows to avenge killing of top general

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says those behind killing of Qassem Soleimani "should know that retaliation is obvious".

Iranian President vows to avenge killing of top general

IRGC officer assassinated outside his home

Iranian government calls assassination of Revolutionary Guards officer in Tehran an "act of terror."

IRGC officer assassinated outside his home

New Government's Agenda:

Iran deal, security, cost of living, Syria, Abraham Accords

Netanyahu vows "to do everything to prevent return to bad nuclear agreement," adds Israel will fight Iran's military presence in Syria.

Iran deal, security, cost of living, Syria, Abraham Accords

Iran:

Two teens face death penalty over involvement in riots

Human rights group says two Iranian teenagers were sentenced to be hanged over involvement in anti-government protests.

Two teens face death penalty over involvement in riots

Iran’s Defense Minister vows:

'Iranian army will avenge the death of Soleimani'

Iran’s Defense Minister: The commanders and perpetrators of this cowardly assassination will be punished for their shameful act.

'Iranian army will avenge the death of Soleimani'

Report:

Britain to designate IRGC a terrorist organization

Sources tell The Telegraph the move is expected to be announced within weeks and is supported by British ministers.

Britain to designate IRGC a terrorist organization

Op-ed:

When will the Mullahs' regime fall?

The mullahs' regime faces a shrinking economy, internal crisis, devastating environmental disaster, and a succession crisis, Op-ed..

When will the Mullahs' regime fall?

Iran holds military show of force near Strait of Hormuz

Iranian military conducts drills with airborne infantry, commandos, jets, drones and submarines in area important for global oil shipping.

Iran holds military show of force near Strait of Hormuz

Iran replaces central bank chief as rial plunges

Iran replaces the head of its central bank, after its currency shed nearly a third of its value in two months.

Iran replaces central bank chief as rial plunges

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'The window for nuclear talks is still open'

Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian says Iran will alter course if the West doesn't change its behavior.

'The window for nuclear talks is still open'

Iran:

Writer sentenced to death after giving interview to Israeli TV

Reports from Iran indicate writer and painter Mehdi Bahman was sentenced to death after being convicted of espionage.

Writer sentenced to death after giving interview to Israeli TV

Where the Netanyahu government differs from its predecessor

The new government is prepared to stand up to the Biden administration when necessary.Op-ed.

Where the Netanyahu government differs from its predecessor