Iran

Amid rising tensions with Iran

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders deployment of additional warplanes in the Middle East as tensions with Iran and the Houthis escalate.

“Iran faces ‘bad, bad things,” What does Trump mean?

More than once, President Trump said he sent a letter to Iran’s Ayatollah warning that “Iran Faces’ Bad, Bad Things” if a new nuclear deal with the United States isn’t negotiated. Op-ed.

Israel warns:

Hamas increasing efforts to attack Israelis abroad

NSC issues updated global terrorism threat assessment, urging Israelis to stay vigilant abroad amid rising attacks and hate crimes.

Iran complains to UN:

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Iran complains to UN Security Council after Trump threatened the Islamic Republic with bombings and tariffs if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal.

Khamenei's advisor:

'If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons'

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, warns that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if attacked by the US or Israel, despite a religious edict banning them.

Report:

Senior IRGC officers implicated in $21 mil. cryptocurrency theft

Iran International investigation reveals Revolutionary Guard officials stole millions while faking corruption probe.

Khamenei warns Trump: You'll be dealt a powerful blow

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei responds to threats from US President Donald Trump, warning against attack.

After 48 days

Iranian security forces disperse pro-hijab demonstrators

Iranian authorities forcibly disperse sit-in by demonstrators advocating for the enforcement of mandatory head coverings for women.

Iran warns US:

'Our missiles are poised for launch'

After Trump threatens Iran with "bombings" if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal, state-controlled Iranian newspaper Tehran Times posts on X that Iran's missiles are loaded onto launchers and are ready for launch.

Amit Segal wonders:

Is Trump serious about his threats against Iran?

Israeli political pundit explains that while Trump's threats are usually just means of pressure, this time it is different.

'Zionism is like ISIS'

Iranian Jewish leader attacks Israel in live interview

In an interview with Iranian television, Rabbi Younes Hamami disavowed the State of Israel and Zionism: 'We do not approve of the Israeli government and what it is doing in the holy land.'

Trump threats Iran:

'There will be bombing like they have never seen before'

The US President threatened severe consequences if Iran refuses a nuclear deal.

Iran officially rejects direct talks with US

Tehran responds to Trump’s outreach with firm rejection, citing lack of trust and unfulfilled promises.

Trump warns:

'Bad things' will happen to Iran without a deal

US President says his preference is to work out a deal with Iran on its nuclear program, "but if we don't work it out, bad, bad things are going to happen to Iran".

Iranian Jews at the Al Quds March against Israel

Iranian Jews, including representatives in parliament, participated today in the annual march against Israel.

Via Oman:

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country sent a response via Oman to Trump's letter calling for new nuclear deal: Our policy is still to not engage in direct negotiations, but indirect negotiations can continue.

Netanyahu:

'Israel has become a fact of life for the Arab states'

Prime Minister Netanyahu reviews the dramatic changes the war has brought about so far across the Middle East.

Robert Levinson disappearance

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers for their alleged involvement in the disappearance of former FBI Special Agent Robert Levinson, who is believed to have died while in Iranian custody.

Iran unveils new underground missile base

IRGC announces new underground base it claims houses thousands of ballistic and precision-guided missiles.

Edward Yusufov, southern resident who spied for Iran, is indicted

Netivot resident Edward Yusufov, 65, indicted after carrying out surveillance and photography tasks.

US National Security Adviser:

'Iran has to give up its nuclear program'

White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the Trump administration seeks the "full dismantlement" of Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

Report:

Iran’s Quds Force chief orders militias to stand down

Esmail Qaani, commander of Iran’s Quds Force, reportedly instructs leaders of Iran-backed armed groups in Iraq to refrain from attacking Israel. Same message reportedly also relayed to Houthis in Yemen.

Quds Day:

Supporters of the Iranian regime gather in central London

On a stage outside the BBC headquarters speakers including Muslim clerics and British leftists took the stage to protest Israel and any support of it.

Another spy caught:

Resident of southern Israel photographed sensitive sites for Iran

Edward Yusufov, aged 65 from Netivot, allegedly photographed IDF bases, the Haifa Port, the Haifa oil refineries, and the Nuclear Research Center for his Iranian handler.

Iran deploys new missile systems on strategic Gulf islands

Revolutionary Guards station advanced missile systems on three key islands in the Gulf, claim they can strike “enemy bases, vessels, and assets” in the region.

Iran:

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.

In Norooz message

Iranian Crown Prince extends hand of friendship to Israel

Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran, delivers Norooz message calling for a free and peaceful Iran, extending a hand of friendship to Israel and neighboring countries.

'May it be a year of freedom'

PM Netanyahu's New Year message to the Iranian people

The Prime Minister published a message to the Iranian people on the occasion of Nowruz: ' May it be a year of friendship with those who have your best interests at heart, and that includes my country Israel.'

Report:

Trump gave Iran 2-month ultimatum for new nuclear deal

US President's recent letter to Iran's supreme leader reportedly included an ultimatum setting a deadline for it to reach a new nuclear deal.

Trump:

Houthis will be completely annihilated, even with Iran's help

The President called on Iran to stop sending supplies to the Houthi rebels in Yemen and said that Iranian support would only impede but not stop the Houthis' destruction.

Iran's mullahs must go:

Global public opinion stands against Iran's Regime - time to act!

The world now recognizes that peaceful coexistence with this malignant force in the modern era is unfeasible, necessitating the removal of this rogue and criminal entity from the global stage. And the sooner the better. Opinion.

Iran to release Green Movement leader from house arrest

Iran set to release Mehdi Karroubi, one of the prominent figures behind the 2009 Green Movement protests, who has been under house arrest since 2011.

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.