Iran

Iran:

Four inmates killed, 61 injured in fire in notorious prison

Iran's judiciary says blaze at Evin Prison, which houses political prisoners and anti-government activists, killed four inmates.

Watch: Iranian city 'under the control of protesters'

Reports streaming out that the city of Dehdasht, Iran, has been taken over by anti-regime protesters as the popular uprising continues.

Fire breaks out at notorious Iranian prison

Fire breaks out and shots heard at Evin prison, which holds political prisoners.

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Iranian protesters take down Khomeini statue

Police deployed heavily in predominantly ethnic Arab city of Dezful as protests over death of Mahsa Amini continue.

White House spokesman:

'No imminent revival of Iran nuclear deal'

White House spokesman John Kirby says revival of 2015 agreement is not likely anytime in the near future.

Iran arrests alleged spy for Israel

A person “spying for the Zionist regime” arrested in city of Kerman.

Will light prevail over darkness in Iran?

The Taranehs and Nedas and Mahsas of Iran shall remain as eternal testaments to the depravity of the Iranian regime. Op-ed.

Schoolchildren at the front of Iranian protests

At least 185 Iranians, including 19 children, have been killed since protests began nearly four weeks ago.

Germany calls for EU sanctions over Iranian crackdown

Germany’s Foreign Minister urges entry bans, asset freezes against those responsible for repression of protesters in Iran.

Iran:

Two IRGC members killed during anti-government protests

Two members of Iran's security forces killed amid continued protests over the death of Mahsa Amini.

Watch: Iranian security fire at protesters in Tehran

Local residents posted footage of security personnel gunning down protesters in the city.

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Iranian state TV hacked by activists

Activists hacked Iranian state TV, displaying a photo of Khamenei and writing, 'The blood of our youth is on your hands.'

Iran says Mahsa Amini's death was caused by illness

Official medical report claims the death of woman who was arrested by morality police was caused by illness rather than blows or beatings.

Canada bans IRGC leaders from entering the country

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau says more than 10,000 members of the IRGC leadership will be inadmissible to Canada forever.

Ambassador Erdan:

'How can you negotiate with a regime that murdered a woman?'

Israel’s Ambassador to the UN demands answer on how the international community can negotiate a nuclear deal with the regime in Iran.

B’nai Brith Canada calls for special UN session on Iran

Advocacy org demands that UNHRC no longer stay silent on the human rights abuses and repression of women in Iran.

Iran broadcasts ‘confession’ of French couple accused of spying

Televised confession aired as protests against human rights abuses in Iran continue.

Ukraine: Iranian drones will help strengthen ties with Israel

Ukraine's ambassador believes that Iranian military aid to Russia will force Israel's hand in helping arm his country.

Survey:

Most Americans support diplomacy with Iran

Wide-ranging survey finds nearly 79 percent of US voters believe the United States should continue to pursue negotiations with Iran.

Canada:

Jewish org praises sanction on Iran for human rights violations

Abraham Global Peace Initiative applauds step but urges government to add Revolutionary Guard Corps to list of terrorist entities.

France pushing for sanctions against senior Iranian officials

French Foreign Minister says France pushing for EU to hold Iranian officials responsible over crackdown on protesters.

Biden is silent as Iranian women die for freedom

Obama ignored Iranian protests that could have overthrown the ayatollahs, although protestors begged for help. Biden is the same. Op-ed.

Iran:

'It is still possible to revive 2015 nuclear deal'

Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry: If the other side shows political will, it is possible that a deal will be reached.

Biden:

'We will impose further costs on Iran'

US President vows another response to Iran's violent crackdown against protesters.

Watch: Iranian forces storm campus, shoot students

Hundreds of students in the prestigious university had taken refuge inside the campus' parking lot.

Iran's Supreme Leader claims Israel and US behind protests

As outrage over death of Mahsa Amini continues, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei claims protests are foreign plot to destabilize Iran.

Iran:

At least 92 dead in crackdown on women-led protests

The protests began following the death of Mahsa Amini after her arrest by the morality police.

Morality police 'disappear' from the streets of Iran

Following nationwide riots, a section of the country's security apparatus has mysteriously vanquished from public view.

Nasrallah:

'Death of Iranian woman is exploited to incite protests'

Hezbollah leader says death of Mahsa Amini while in Iranian police custody was a "vague incident" being exploited against Tehran.

Iran arrests woman who ate at restaurant without a headscarf

The picture of the woman sitting in a traditional Tehran restaurant and eating without a headscarf went viral on social media.

Calls mount for FIFA to kick Iran out of World Cup

FIFA under pressure to expel Iran from World Cup in Qatar over human rights abuses.

Canada urged to enact Iran sanctions for downing of Flight PS752

With the 1,000 day anniversary approaching of Iran's shooting down of Ukraine Airlines flight, B'nai Brith calls for additional sanctions.

US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil

The move is the latest attempt by Washington to bring Tehran back to negotiations on a return to 2015 nuclear deal.

Iraq summons Iranian ambassador after drone attacks

The move comes a day after Iranian drones targeted an Iranian-Kurdish opposition group in northern Iraq.

Canadian Conservative Party calls for regime change in Iran

During panel discussion on Iran, deputy Conservative leader agrees with need for regime change but Liberal MP doesn't answer the question.

B’nai Brith urges Albania to join IHRA in response to Iran

Advocacy org calls on Albania to take further step against Iran to 'send a powerful message that the world is ready to stand up to Iran.'

Italy's Meloni tweets in support of Iran protestors

Italy's new Prime Minister appears to have changed her views since expressing support for Iran's involvement in Syria.

Iranian President:

'Rioters must be dealt with decisively'

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi: We feel grief over death of Mahsa Amini, but we cannot allow chaos.

Iraq:

US shoots down Iranian drone which targeted US forces in Erbil

US scrambles F-15 jet to shoot down Iranian drone that appeared to be heading towards US forces in Erbil, US official says.

Iran:

Former President's daughter arrested for inciting protests

Iran arrests daughter of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani as protests over death of detained woman continue.

Is Russia trying to hit Jews?

Attack drones launched over Uman amid Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage

According to Ukrainian media Russia launched several Iranian-made attack drones over the city while Jews celebrated the holiday

Iran indicts 14 over elimination of top nuclear scientist

Iran has accused Israel of being behind the 2020 elimination of top Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

Iran accuses US of supporting anti-government rioters

Iranian Foreign Minister condemns US over alleged support for rioters protesting the death of young woman after she was arrested.

Iranian negotiator to meet IAEA chief

Head of Iran's atomic energy agency to meet with the head of the UN's nuclear watchdog amid attempts to revive 2015 deal.

Iran 'regrets' Ukraine's decision to reduce diplomatic presence

Ukraine announced it would downgrade diplomatic ties with Iran due to its decision to supply Russian forces with drones.

At least 50 killed in Iran unrest

Iranian organization claims 50 dead in anti-government protests.

"An unfriendly act"

Ukraine downgrades ties with Iran over drones to Russia

The move comes hours after Ukraine said it downed four Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles.

US Treasury letting tech firms increase internet access in Iran

Measure announced in wake of Iran shutting down internet after protests erupt over death of 22-year old woman in police custody.

Watch: Rioting in Iran intensifies, protesters turn over cars

The 22-year-old's death in the hands of 'Morality Police' has sparked a world-wide movement that vows to bring down the Iranian regime.

US official:

'Nuclear talks have hit a wall because of Iran's stance'

State Department official says nothing has happened this week to suggest Iran is willing to change its stance.

US places sanctions on Iran’s morality police

Treasury Department announces sanctions following death of Iranian woman in police custody accused of 'improper hijab.'

Watch: Massive protests engulf Iran, hundreds burn their hijabs

Hundreds have been arrested and 7 killed since the violence broke out. Social media is down as masses of women protest Islamic dress code.

IAEA chief:

'The issues with Iran are not going to be wished away'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says his inspectors have limited access to Iran's nuclear facilities and hopes to meet Iranians in a few days.

Iran cuts access to social media amid protests

Instagram and WhatsApp not available in Iran amid protests over the death of a woman who was arrested by the morality police.

Benny Gantz:

'Israel will not accept dictates from Iran and its proxies'

Defense Minister warns that "Lebanon's energy dependence on Iran may lead to the establishment of Iranian bases on Lebanese soil."

Watch: At least 5 dead as riots spread across Iran

Protesters are attacking police throughout the country after a woman was found dead while under arrest for improperly wearing her hijab.

EU condemns Iranian President's Holocaust denial

EU mission to Israel 'appalled" by Ebrahim Raisi's questioning of the Holocaust during "60 Minutes" interviwew.

Daughter of Jewish refugees is helping refugees in California

Iranian-Jewish teen growing up in Beverly Hills joins with classmate to launch Refugee Empowerment Project.

US demands accountability after death of Iranian woman

US demands accountability for death of Iranian woman who was arrested for wearing an “improper hijab”.

French Foreign Minister:

'There will not be a better offer on the table for Iran'

France's Foreign Minister urges Iran to decide now whether to return to 2015 nuclear deal.