Iran

Iran reaffirms commitment to cooperation with nuclear watchdog

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says Tehran remains "committed" to cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Iran slams US over ‘reckless’ threats

Iran writes to UN Security Council, condemns statements from Trump who said Iran will be held accountable for any attacks by the Houthis.

US State Department:

Up to $15 mil. for info on Houthi, Hezbollah money network

The US is offering rewards for information on Houthi financiers, their associates, or their financial networks and Hezbollah cash smuggling by airport employees, customs officers, or aviation officials, or related illicit activities or individuals.

Trump:

'Iran will be held responsible for every shot fired by Houthis'

US President says Iran arms terrorists, including the Houthis, and will therefore suffer the consequences of attacks carried out by their proxies.

US strikes on Houthis:

Iran threatens 'decisive' response

IRGC commander Hossein Salami issues warning to the US following its strikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels: Iran will not wage war, but if anyone threatens, it will give appropriate, decisive and conclusive responses.

Then and now:

They say what they mean and they mean what they say

Why is Iran not called Persia anymore? The answer says it all.

Iran's use of technology to enforce hijab laws

A new UN report reveals how the Iranian regime employs advanced technology, drones, and facial recognition systems to enforce strict hijab laws on women.

Iran summons European envoys over UN nuclear meeting

Iran summons diplomats from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to protest UN Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program, which Iran says is "provocative and political".

Maximum pressure

US imposes sanctions on Iranian Minister, shipping vessels

US Treasury Department announces sanctions on Iranian Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad, as well as on three entities involved in the Iranian oil trade in China.

Iran's Jewish community celebrates Purim

Chief Rabbi of Iran, Rabbi Yehuda Gerami, seen praying the evening service and reading the Book of Esther at the Tomb of Mordechai and Esther in the city of Hamadan.

Netanyahu at megillah reading:

We turned the tables, and we're breaking the Persian axis

'In Persia, 2,500 years ago, an enemy rose against us to destroy, eliminate, and wipe the Jewish people off the face of the earth.'

On Iran's behalf

US sanctions Sweden-based gang for targeting Israeli interests

US sanctions Foxtrot Network, a Sweden-based criminal gang accused of executing attacks against Israeli interests in Europe on behalf of Iran.

Khamenei:

'If US does wrong move they're the ones who'll suffer great loss'

Iran's Supreme Leader goes on X diatribe rejecting call for negotiations with the US and vowing Iran will counterattack against any aggression.

Iran says it received Trump's letter today from UAE

Iranian officials say the finally received the letter President Trump said last week he wrote to Khamenei as UAE officials delivered it to them today.

Senior Iraqi official:

'Elizabeth Tsurkov might have been taken to Iran'

Senior Iraqi official says Iraqi PM does not know whereabouts of Israeli-Russian researcher, kidnapped in 2023 in Baghdad.

Security Council to hold meeting on Iran’s nuclear expansion

United Nations Security Council to convene behind closed doors on Wednesday to discuss Iran’s increasing stockpile of highly enriched uranium, in a discussion called by six of the council’s 15 member states.

Qatar warns of catastrophe if Iran's nuclear sites are attacked

Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani: An attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities would leave the Gulf with no water, no fish, nothing.

Trump's NSA and the frailty of Khamenei's chaos

Nat'l Security Advisor Waltz should not anticipate changes in Iran, such as a diminution of sovereignty, alleviation of pressure on the severely oppressed populace, or a decrease in internal suppression. Instead, they should adopt a more rigorous stance against the oppressive, undemocratic, and terrorism-supporting Iranian regime. Opinion.

White House to Khamenei

'We hope Iran puts its people and best interests ahead of terror'

White House responds to Iran’s Supreme Leader who rejected Trump’s call for negotiations on the country’s nuclear program.

Khamenei on Trump's statement: We won't be bullied

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei responds to US President Donald Trump's offer of negotiations or military action, saying some governments use negotiations to make new demands.

Trump:

'Something's going to happen with Iran very soon'

After revealing he had sent a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader, US President says something related to Iran is “going to happen very soon”.

Trump's surprising statement: 'I sent a letter to Khamenei'

US President Donald Trump says he sent a letter to Iran's leader, stressing a preference for a deal over military action. 'Iran can't have nukes.'

US Treasury Secretary:

‘Making Iran broke again at heart of US sanctions strategy’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vows that the US will shut down Iran’s oil sector and drone manufacturing capabilities.

Explosion at military base near Tehran kills one

According to local reports, a container at a military facility east of Tehran caught fire and exploded killing one soldier and injuring 10 firefighters.

Whistleblowers:

Obama Admin, Kerry 'systematically derailed' Iran terror probes

Senate releases emails from FBI and defense officials from 2015-2016 showing John Kerry and the Obama Administration prevented arrests of Iranian-backed terrorists and stopped investigations related to Iran during the negotiations for the JCPOA

Report:

Putin ready to mediate between US and Iran

Trump has reportedly asked Putin to work with Iran on the nuclear issue and support for terrorist organizations. Moscow expressed its willingness to help advance negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

Report:

Russia and Iran expand military cooperation

A new investigation highlights the growing military collaboration between Russia and Iran since the onset of the Ukraine War.

Iran’s VP Zarif steps down amid pressure from hard-liners

Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s former Foreign Minister and current Vice President, tenders his resignation following mounting pressure from hard-liners.

Iran alarmed by growing Israel-Azerbaijan ties, warns US involved

Tehran claims that expanding security cooperation between Baku, Jerusalem, and Washington poses a direct threat to its national security.

As rial plummets

Iranian lawmakers impeach Finance Minister

Iran’s parliament votes to remove Finance Minister Abdolnasser Hemmati from office. 182 out of 273 lawmakers support the dismissal.

Khamenei:

'Ukraine proves US support for puppet regimes is illusory'

Iranian Supreme Leader, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, mocks the disastrous visit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had at the White House.

Be'er Sheva resident contacted Iranians' offered intel on Dimona

Doron Buchovza suspected of contacting Iran and passing on security information, including intelligence on Israel's main nuclear facility, in exchange for money.

Disturbing:

Quds Force defector reveals effects of attempt on his life

Jaber Rajabi, who went from holding prominent positions in Iran's elite overseas unit to vocally opposing the regime, revealed the effects of his attempted assassination with arsenic.

Iran slams Sa’ar’s threats as ‘outrageous’

Iran's Foreign Ministry condemns Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar's comments that a "military option" might be necessary to prevent Iran from advancing its nuclear program.

Iran recruited an Israeli to photograph the house of ISA director

Daniel Kitov, a 26-year-old from Petah Tikva, was arrested for carrying out various tasks for a hostile foreign entity, including graffiti in Petah Tikva and Rosh Ha'ayin.

US sanctions Chinese entities over Iranian drone procurement

US announces sanctions on six companies based in Hong Kong and China, accusing them of involvement in an Iranian drone procurement network.

IAEA report:

Iran ramping up production of near weapons-grade uranium

UN nuclear watchdog says Iran's stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% has reached 274.8 kilograms, notes the accumulation "is of serious concern".

Sa'ar:

Military option must be on the table to stop Iran

Foreign Minister Sa’ar warns that Iran has already enriched enough uranium for 'a couple of bombs' and points out its growing influence in Judea and Samaria.

As US intensifies sanctions

Iran rules out direct nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi rules out the possibility of direct negotiations with the United States regarding Iran’s nuclear program: We will not negotiate under pressure, threat or sanctions.

US imposes sanctions on Iran's petroleum trade

State Department announces the imposition of sanctions on eight entities engaged in Iranian petroleum and petrochemical trade as part of Trump's maximum pressure campaign on Iran.

Iran on high alert in fear of Israeli-US joint attack

The IRGC is strengthening air defense and preparedness, particularly around nuclear sites.

Iran, European powers hold nuclear talks in Geneva

Iran holds discussions with Germany, France, and Britain regarding its nuclear program. Senior Iranian diplomat says both sides "exchanged views on nuclear and sanctions lifting issues" and agreed to continue talks.

US sanctions over 30 entities involved in Iran’s oil trade

New US sanctions target over 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies involved in the sale and transportation of Iranian petroleum.

Lebanese Pres:

'We're tired of others' wars, paid too heavy a price'

In meeting with Iranian officials, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says his country has paid too high a price for the Palestinian cause.

Khamenei congratulates Islamic Jihad for 'victory in Gaza'

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei meets Islamic Jihad leader Ziad Nakhaleh in Tehran to celebrate the terrorists' "victory" over Israel.

Iran: US and Israel ‘cannot do a damn thing’ against us

Iran says US and Israeli threats against it are a blatant violation of international law: When it comes to a country like Iran, they cannot do a damn thing.

Foreign Minister Sa’ar:

'Iran increasing efforts to obtain nuclear weapons'

Foreign Minister Sa’ar warns senators and Deputy Envoy to Middle East, 'Iran compensating for regional weakening by increasing efforts to obtain nuclear weapons.'

Report:

Saudi Arabia seeks to broker deal between Trump and Iran

CNN report: Saudi Arabia has expressed openness to mediating between the Trump administration and Iran in the efforts to negotiate a new agreement aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear program.

Yemeni government thwarts smuggling of weapons to Houthis

US Central Command says that the internationally recognized Yemeni government had thwarted an attempt to smuggle Iranian weapons to the Houthi rebels on February 12.

Rubio to Herzog:

'Iranian regime behind all challenges in the region'

Ahead of their meeting, President Herzog and Secretary of State Rubio spoke to the media about the challenges that the two nations face in the region.

Rubio meets Netanyahu

'Trump insists Hamas can't have governing, military capabilities'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a statement to the media alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: "We have made it clear that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons"

Report:

Lebanon refused to allow Iranian planes to land due to US warning

Lebanese officials bar 2 Iranian flights from taking off for Beirut after receiving warnings from US that Israel could bomb the Beirut airport to prevent Iran from funneling funds to Hezbollah.

IAEA chief warns:

'Time is running out to curb Iran’s nuclear program'

UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi warns that time is running out to reach an agreement to curb Iran's nuclear program as the country continues accelerating its uranium enrichment to near weapons-grade levels.

Over blocked flight

Hezbollah supporters target UN convoy

Deputy UNIFIL Force Commander injured after Hezbollah supporters attack convoy of UNIFIL vehicles, in protest against Lebanon's refusal to allow a flight from Iran to land in Beirut.

Report:

Israel plans strike Iran's nuke program, seeks regime change

CNN reports that US intelligence warned both Biden and Trump Administrations that Israel will likely seek to strike Iran's nuclear program this year.

Iran’s President:

'Iran will rebuild its nuclear sites if attacked'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian unfazed by reports of possible strikes on his country’s nuclear facilities: If you strike a hundred of those we will build a thousand other ones.

Arab Reports:

Lebanon blocking flight from Tehran due to cash for Hezbollah

The Lebanese government is blocking an Iranian civilian airplane from landing in Tehran reportedly to meet an Israeli demand to prevent Iran from using flights to fund Hezbollah.

'We won't bow to pressure'

Iranian President criticizes US dual approach

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticizes US policy towards Tehran, after Trump says he's interested in a deal with Iran.

US intelligence reports:

Israel considering strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

Wall Street Journal report: US intelligence reports from both the Biden and Trump administrations conclude that Israel is considering significant strikes on Iranian nuclear sites this year.

IDF Spokesman reveals:

This is how Iran continues to smuggle funds to Hezbollah

Avichay Adraee, head of the Arab media division of the IDF Spokesperson's Unit, reveals that Iran's Quds Force and Hezbollah have been exploiting Beirut's airport to smuggle funds through civilian flights.