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Khamenei downplays anti-regime protests

Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei slams US President Donald Trump on TV, makes request of his own countrymen.

Khamenei downplays anti-regime protests

Trump warns Iran again:

'If they shoot protesters, we’re going to hit them very hard'

Speaking on Fox News, Trump says Iran has been put on notice that any killing of protesters will trigger a “very hard" US response, as protests intensify across Iran.

'If they shoot protesters, we’re going to hit them very hard'

Iran unrest

Iranian Crown Prince thanks Trump, slams regime

Reza Pahlavi condemns Iran for cutting communications amid mass protests and thanks President Trump for warning Tehran, urging world leaders to help restore access and support demonstrators.

Iranian Crown Prince thanks Trump, slams regime

Historic riots in Iran

Tens of thousands take to the streets

President Trump warns US will "hit Iran very hard" if Iranian regime kills protesters. Internet and phones cut off in the Islamic Republic. Groups report at least 45 dead in riots so far.

Tens of thousands take to the streets

Will Trump meet with Iran's Crown Prince?

Activists close to President Donald Trump are urging him to meet exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi amid protests in Iran, though no meeting has yet been confirmed.

Will Trump meet with Iran's Crown Prince?

Iran unrest

Protesters chant 'Death to Khamenei,' topple Soleimani statue

Protesters chant “Death to Khamenei" and destroy Soleimani statue as anti-regime demonstrations in Iran continue.

Protesters chant 'Death to Khamenei,' topple Soleimani statue

Iran’s army chief to Trump:

'Do not interfere in our internal unrest'

Iran’s army chief warns President Trump not to interfere in the country’s internal affairs, claiming that the “enemy" is behind the violent unrest.

'Do not interfere in our internal unrest'

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Amb. Danon's message to the Iranian people

Israeli Ambassador to the UN publishes a message to the Iranian people who are demonstrating against the regime.

Amb. Danon's message to the Iranian people

Beni Sabti: It's too early to eulogize the regime

Beni Sabti says the current protests show unprecedented courage and anger but are not yet large enough to topple the regime, noting reduced force by security units and early signs of desertion.

Beni Sabti: It's too early to eulogize the regime

Protesters in Tehran declare 'President Trump Street'

Crowds took to the streets for yet another night to protest the Iranian regime and expressed support for the Shah and the United States.

Protesters in Tehran declare 'President Trump Street'

Iran threatens preemptive strike over imminent security threat

Iran’s Defense Council warns it may launch a preemptive strike if it detects an imminent threat, declaring Iran’s security and territorial integrity a “red line".

Iran threatens preemptive strike over imminent security threat

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Iranian police encourage protesters

A video from Iran shows protesters taking over a local police station. According to witnesses, police officers stood on the roof of the station and joined in the protest chants.

Iranian police encourage protesters

Iran expert

'Iranian regime in unprecedented defensive stance against public'

Dr. Thamar E. Gindin assesses: The Iranian regime is in a defensive position not seen before, following the wave of protests spreading in the country.

'Iranian regime in unprecedented defensive stance against public'

The Bazaari revolution:

Iran’s mullahs chose ideology over people - now the bill is due

Tehran’s leadership made the same calculation throughout: maintain ideological posture abroad, invest everythiing in war, absorb the economic pain at home. The result was predictable. Opinion.

Iran’s mullahs chose ideology over people - now the bill is due

Report:

Netanyahu using Putin channel to calm Iran

Kan 11 News reports that Netanyahu used Putin as a channel to send calming messages to Iran, while warning Tehran that any attack on Israel would bring “severe" consequences.

Netanyahu using Putin channel to calm Iran

The connection between Venezuela's drugs and terror

Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs President Dr. Dan Diker warns that Venezuela has become a central hub for Iranian-backed terror, drug trafficking, and Hezbollah operations across Latin America.

The connection between Venezuela's drugs and terror

Netanyahu

'Trump and I won't allow Iran to restore its nuclear program'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responds to the opposition's claims in a 40-signature debate in the Knesset on the government's conduct.

'Trump and I won't allow Iran to restore its nuclear program'

Report:

Khamenei preparing to flee to Moscow if forces desert

Western intelligence report says Ayatollah Khamenei has a secret plan to flee Tehran with close aides if Iran’s security forces falter, as nationwide protests and economic unrest intensify.

Khamenei preparing to flee to Moscow if forces desert

Trump:

'Iran will be hit very hard if forces kill demonstrators'

US President Trump warns Iran for a second time against killing protesters, saying the US would respond “very hard."

'Iran will be hit very hard if forces kill demonstrators'

Report:

IRGC launches missile drills amid regional tensions

IRGC launches missile and air‑defense drills across Iran amid concerns of possible escalation with Israel.

IRGC launches missile drills amid regional tensions

Iran leadership in panic amid protests and external threats

A New York Times report says Iran’s leadership is grappling with mounting protests while facing increased pressure from the US and Israel, raising fears of further escalation.

Iran leadership in panic amid protests and external threats

Netanyahu on Iran protests

This may be the moment'

Netanyahu addressed the protests against the regime in Iran and noted that the moment may have come when Iranians take their fate into their own hands.

This may be the moment'

'Keep your promise'

Iranian woman appeals to Netanyahu for support

Iranian woman urges PM Netanyahu to support growing protests against the Islamic Republic, as demonstrations spread across Iran amid a deepening economic crisis and increasing signs of pressure on the regime.

Iranian woman appeals to Netanyahu for support

Khamenei:

'Rioters must be put in their place'

Iran’s Supreme Leader discusses widespread protests, calls economic demands “just" but warns that riots cannot be allowed.

'Rioters must be put in their place'

Sen. Graham:

'If I were the leader of Iran, I would go pray in the mosque'

Sen. Lindsey Graham says the US capture of Maduro should alarm Iran and Cuba, calling it the start of Venezuela’s “liberation" and warning that all options remain on the table.

'If I were the leader of Iran, I would go pray in the mosque'

Iranian hacker group: We hacked Ayelet Shaked's phone

Handala hacker group claims to have hacked former Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked's phone, criticizing her stance on antisemitism and making fun of Israel's advanced technology.

Iranian hacker group: We hacked Ayelet Shaked's phone

'Reckless and dangerous'

Iranian Foreign Minister denounces Trump’s threats

Iran’s Foreign Minister blasts President Trump’s warning of possible US intervention if protesters are shot, vowing Iran will reject foreign interference.

Iranian Foreign Minister denounces Trump’s threats

Footage from Iran:

Mourners chase away regime forces at slain protester's funeral

Basij paramilitary and IRGC forces were initially deployed at the funeral of a man who was killed at an anti-regime demonstration, but fled after mourners chased them while throwing rocks.

Mourners chase away regime forces at slain protester's funeral

Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir uploaded a post in support of the protesters in Iran. 'The Iranian people deserve to be free.'

Minister Ben-Gvir's Tweet in Farsi

Trump warns

'If Iran shoots protesters, the US will come to their rescue'

US President issues dramatic warning to Iran over the ongoing protests against the regime.

'If Iran shoots protesters, the US will come to their rescue'

Melanie Phillips:

The downplaying of momentous events in Iran

The terrible fact is that conscience in the West has become harnessed to absolute evil. There have been no demonstrations in Western streets chanting “Free, free Iran!” or “Death, death to the IRGC!” Opinion.

The downplaying of momentous events in Iran

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Iran protesters torch Qassem Soleimani statue

Protesters in Iran burn a Qassem Soleimani statue, one day before the anniversary of his death, as nationwide unrest escalates.

Iran protesters torch Qassem Soleimani statue

Iranian man to Netanyahu

'Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?'

An Iranian man published a video asking PM Netanyahu to support the Iranian people protesting against the regime.

'Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?'

5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests

Following violent clashes with the police, five protesters have been reported dead during the ongoing demonstrations against the regime.

5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests

Iranian rabbi and Hezbollah reps attend conference in Tehran

The conference, held virtually in Tehran, marked the sixth anniversary of the assassination of Qassem Soleimani, the commander of the Quds Force, who was hailed as "a symbol of resistance, courage, and the defender of the oppressed."

Iranian rabbi and Hezbollah reps attend conference in Tehran

Iranian forces use live fire and tear gas as protests continue

Iranian protesters chant, 'Death to the dictator,' as government-backed forces use tear gas and live fire in efforts to bring demonstrations under control.

Iranian forces use live fire and tear gas as protests continue

Iran protests:

IRGC fighter dead as protesters torch IRGC HQ in Hamedan

Protesters in Hamedan set an IRGC headquarters on fire as anti‑regime unrest intensifies amid economic collapse. One Basij member killed and several injured.

IRGC fighter dead as protesters torch IRGC HQ in Hamedan

IDF summarizes 2025

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

IDF summarizes 2025: Around 21,000 strikes and the elimination of senior leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Iranian regime.

From elimination of Mohammed Sinwar to senior Iranian officials

Iranian hackers:

'We obtained documents on corruption in Israel

Iranian hacking group claims to obtain damning information from phone of PM’s chief of staff.

'We obtained documents on corruption in Israel

US Treasury targets Iran-Venezuela weapons trade

The US sanctions Iran and Venezuela-linked entities for aiding Iran’s drone and missile programs, posing regional security threats.

US Treasury targets Iran-Venezuela weapons trade

MK Tali Gottlieb:

'Calm in Gaza is an illusion'

MK Tali Gottlieb said that an attack on Iran was assured, but that public opinion could not be allowed to play a role in deciding the timing.

'Calm in Gaza is an illusion'

Iran Expert:

Why the regime is not forcibly dispersing the protests

Benny Sabeti, an Iran researcher, explains why the IRGC is not using more aggressive measures against the ongoing protests over the collapsing economy.

Why the regime is not forcibly dispersing the protests

US Ambassador

'We stand with Iranian protesters'

US Ambassador to the UN publishes message of support for the Iranian people who are protesting against the Ayatollahs' regime on the streets of Tehran.

'We stand with Iranian protesters'

After meeting Netanyahu

Trump: If Hamas doesn't disarm, there will be hell to pay

US President says he would support Israeli strikes on Iran if Iran continues to pursue nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles.

Trump: If Hamas doesn't disarm, there will be hell to pay

Mossad's message to Iranians

'We're with you, not just from afar, but on the ground'

In the past two days, Tehran has been rocked by an unusual wave of protests due to the severe economic crisis. The Mossad called on Iranians to come out and demonstrate.

'We're with you, not just from afar, but on the ground'

Ballistic threat

Report: Iran developing chemical, biological warheads

Efforts to develop unconventional warheads and optimize ballistic missiles to carry them have intensified in recent months, Iran International report says.

Report: Iran developing chemical, biological warheads

Iran launches surveillance satellites with Russian rockets

Iran successfully deployed three domestically developed satellites into low Earth orbit using a Russian Soyuz rocket.

Iran launches surveillance satellites with Russian rockets

Senior Middle East Expert:

'Recognition of Somaliland is an important strategic move'

Prof. Uzi Rabi, a senior researcher at the Dayan Center for Middle East Studies, suggests not to underestimate Somaliland, Israel's new ally in the Horn of Africa.

'Recognition of Somaliland is an important strategic move'

Iranian group

'We hacked phone of Netanyahu’s Chief of Staff, Tzachi Braverman'

The Hacker Group that leaked materials from Naftali Bennett's phone claims to also have sensitive materials from Tzachi Braverman's device, and they will be published soon.

'We hacked phone of Netanyahu’s Chief of Staff, Tzachi Braverman'

Iran’s President:

'We are at total war with the US, Israel, and Europe'

Iranian President Pezeshkian accuses the US, Israel, and Europe of waging “total war” on Tehran, claiming their goal is to “bring the country to its knees” amid renewed strikes and sanctions.

'We are at total war with the US, Israel, and Europe'

Netanyahu to show Trump:

This is how Iran is working to rebuild its missile program

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ask US President Donald Trump for green light to attack Iran, stress Gaza plan won't advance until Hamas disarms and last hostage's body is returned to Israel.

This is how Iran is working to rebuild its missile program

Iranian hacker group threatens Netanyahu's flight

Iranian hacker group 'Handala' issues veiled threat to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of planned trip to Florida to meet US President Donald Trump.

Iranian hacker group threatens Netanyahu's flight

New record in executions in Iran

A report by rights group HRANA reveals that at least 1,922 people were executed in Iran in 2025, a sharp rise from the previous year.

New record in executions in Iran

Lebanon

Key terrorist from Iranian 'Quds Force' eliminated

The IDF stated that the terrorist operated under the Revolutionary Guards and was involved in Iranian-directed terrorist activity against the State of Israel.

Key terrorist from Iranian 'Quds Force' eliminated

Espionage war continues

Iran sent Israeli to document former PM Bennett's home

Authorities arrested Israeli man on suspicion of carrying out surveillance missions for Iranian handlers, including filming near former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s home.

Iran sent Israeli to document former PM Bennett's home

IRGC intercepts tanker with foreign crew in Gulf waters

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard seizes a tanker carrying what it says are four million liters of “smuggled fuel” and 16 foreign crew members, the latest in a string of Gulf seizures.

IRGC intercepts tanker with foreign crew in Gulf waters

Netanyahu warns Iran:

'We do not seek confrontations, but we remain vigilant'

Thirty-five new aircrew members received their wings at Hatzerim Airbase as Israel’s leaders praised the Air Force’s central role in defending the nation during ongoing regional challenges.

'We do not seek confrontations, but we remain vigilant'

IDF Chief recounts:

How the decision was made to strike Iran

During the IAF Pilots' Course graduation, IDF Chief of Staff Zamir recounted the moments leading up to the historic Operation Rising Lion.

How the decision was made to strike Iran

Iran stops gas supplies to Iraq

'Unforseen circumstances' lead to sudden cutoff of Iranian gas shipments, severely affecting Iraq's ability to provide electricity to its populace.

Iran stops gas supplies to Iraq

Israel exposes Iran's secret naval unit in Hezbollah

The capture of Imad Amahz has revealed details about Hezbollah's Operations Unit 1200, which operates under civilian cover and is run by Iran.

Israel exposes Iran's secret naval unit in Hezbollah