Iran

The second time in six days:

Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy craft surround and seize Greek-owned tanker.

US House reps introduce bill to make Iran sanctions permanent

Measure would remove sunset clause from main tool in US law used to enact sanctions on Iran for its nuclear ambitions and support of terror.

Iran's atomic chief:

'West making baseless accusations about our nuclear program'

Head of Atomic Energy Organization of Iran insists country's nuclear program is peaceful.

Yuli Edelstein:

'Every attack on Israel has Iran's fingerprints on it'

The Foreign and Defense Committee Chairman met with counterparts from the Baltic states to discuss military and intelligence cooperation.

Persian Gulf:

Iran airs footage of raid on oil tanker

Iran claims the Advantage Sweet ran into another Iranian vessel, leading to its seizure.

Iran's Foreign Minister:

'The Zionist collapse is near'

Iranian Foreign Minister visits town near Lebanon's border with Israel, says "the Zionists only understand power".

Ron DeSantis in Israel: His words

DeSantis spoke clearly about his policies re Saudi Arabia, Iran, Israeli defense, Judea and Samaria, on his fourth visit to Israel. Op-ed.

Iran seizes oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman

Iran claims the seizure came after an unknown ship collided with an Iranian vessel in the Persian Gulf.

MKs act on behalf of Baku Jewry following State visit

Jewish community of Azerbaijan asks Israeli government to join them in opposing Iran's oppression of its Azeri minority.

Iran:

Court orders US to pay for 2017 ISIS attack

Iranian court issues $312.9 million judgment against the United States over 2017 attack in Tehran.

Iran:

Two actresses charged for removing head covering in public

Iran charges two prominent actresses for publishing pictures of themselves without a hijab amid crackdown on breaches.

Iranian Jewish MP criticizes Crown Prince's Israel visit

The representative of the Jewish community in the Iranian parliament criticizes Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi's visit to Israel last week.

What is Iran plotting and planning?

Obama saw the covert infiltration of Islam into the White House and Biden, the influence of China. Iran can thus aim at Israel.Op-ed.

Khamenei:

'The deterrent power of the Zionist entity has come to an end'

Iran’s Supreme Leader says the "Zionist entity" is in a worsening crisis and its end is approaching.

As Iran alienated the West, Persian rug exports plummeted

Once thriving billion dollar industry reduced to nearly zero after decades of rogue actions by Iranian regime.

Iranian Crown Prince leaves Israel after 'unforgettable' visit

'A democratic Iran will work to re-establish cultural, scientific, and economic ties with Israel,' Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says.

Iran, Jordan to meet in bid to improve bilateral ties

Foreign ministers of Jordan and Iran speak on the phone, agree to hold a meeting to discuss ways to improve their bilateral relations.

Defense Minister:

Israel preparing for multifront war

Gallant notes Iran's growing strength means terrorist organizations also grow in strength, making conflict more likely.

The consequences and import of Reza Pahlavi's visit to Israel

The Crown Prince of Iran changed the political theatre in Iran and in its diaspora. Do not let it go to waste. Op-ed.

Following Iran-Saudi deal:

Netanyahu warns Saudi Arabia about Iran

In interview with CNBC, Netanyahu comments on Saudi Arabia-Iran agreement: Those who partner with Iran partner with misery.

Iranian Crown Prince:

'Iranians and Israelis need to be strategic partners'

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi: The Iranian regime does not represent the Iranian people.

Iranian Crown Prince prays at the Western Wall

Reza Pahlavi, Iranian Crown Prince, visits Western Wall asking for 'peace, freedom, security, for the people of Israel and Iran."

Iranian crown prince: Help us bring down Revolutionary Guards

'Negotiations are not going to help with the Iranian regime, the Iranian people are your allies,' Crown Prince Pahlavi tells Israeli paper.

Iranian Crown Prince:

'It's my duty to honor Holocaust victims'

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi tells i24NEWS: The Iranian regime doesn't represent the Iranian people.

Historic visit:

Iranian Crown Prince welcomed by senior officials at Ben Gurion

The Shah's son says he wants to open a channel of dialogue between the Iranian people and Israelis.

During Israel visit:

Lindsey Graham warns of damage to US-Israel ties

Republican senator travels to Israel, meets with Foreign Minister Eli Cohen, vowing to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Iran closes more than 150 businesses over hijab law

More than 150 businesses in 24 hours shut down for not respecting obligation for women to wear headscarves.

Iran:

10 sent to prison over downing of Ukrainian airliner

Iran sentences 10 members of armed forces to prison over involvement in downing of Ukraine International Airlines flight in January of 2020.

Surprising guest:

Iranian Crown Prince to visit Israel

Intelligence Minister Gamliel to host Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi with the goal of creating a bridge between Israel and the Iranian people.

Jewish Iranian MP participates in anti-Israel demonstration

Dr. Homayoun Sameyah, Jewish representative in the Iranian parliament, says that "the occupied territories will be liberated."

Iran:

Courts to prosecute those who call for women to remove hijab

The Islamic Republic's attorney general told local press that promoting unveiling will be dealt with in the criminal court.

'Press on with the struggle':

Iranian President delivers rare speech to Gaza rally

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi gives speech to rally in the Gaza Strip on the occasion of Al-Quds Day.

Report:

Iran coordinating attacks on Israel with Hamas and Hezbollah

Head of IRGC's Quds Force, Esmail Ghaani, recently met with terrorist leaders across the region, including some operating in Syria and Iraq.

Op-Ed:

‘Death to Israel’: The Iranian plan to attack Israel

If the Israeli public wants to survive, it must prepare—mentally and physically—for war with the Iranian octopus.Op-ed.

Rights groups report 75% surge in Iran executions last year

Rights groups say at least 582 people were executed in Iran in 2022, the highest since 2015.

'War is closer than peace'

Iran is behind recent escalation, says former security chief

Iran sees Israel as disintegrating, says Gen. Yaakov Amidror. Recent terrorist attacks, rocket fire part of Iran's proxy war against Israel.

Report:

Iran exploits earthquake in Turkey to fly weapons to Syria

Iran used earthquake relief flights to bring weapons and military equipment to Syria.

Report:

Iran in secret talks with China and Russia

Politico: China & Russia are in secret talks with Iran to replenish Iran's supply of a compound used to propel ballistic missiles

Iran unveils new suicide attack drone

According to the IRGC, the Me’raj 532 can travel a distance of 450 kilometers in a one-way mission at a height of 12,000 feet.

Iran installs cameras to locate and penalize unveiled women

Iranian authorities installing cameras in public places and thoroughfares in bid to rein in women defying the country's dress code.

Iran claims it foiled drone strike on military compound

Iranian military claims drone shot down during foiled strike on military compound.

Op-Ed:

The US administration seeks regime change in Israel

Biden jumped into Israel's domestic political controversy by supporting the small, well-funded minority of progressive-left parties.Op-ed.

Handler of Pakistanis behind Greek terror plot was Iranian agent

Identity of handler revealed to be Pakistani national who has worked for Revolutionary Guards for years and has international connections.

Report:

US discussing freeze-for-freeze approach on Iran

Biden administration discussed Iran sanctions relief in exchange for it freezing parts of its nuclear program.

IDF: Drone shot down from Syria likely Iranian

Iranian drone crossed into Israeli airspace before being shot down. Another UAV shot down over Gaza today.

Iran:

Viral video shows yogurt poured on women who didn't wear hijab

Iranian authorities arrest the man who poured the yogurt on the two women, but also order arrest of the women.

World's largest drone company likely selling technology to Iran

Chinese drone manufacturer denies report it markets its products to Iran in violation of US sanctions.

US Jewish leaders create group to support Iranian protesters

New organization will aid Iranian diaspora and anti-regime activists outside Iran with their aspirations for freedom and democracy.

Iran claims advisor killed in Israeli air strike in Damascus

Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps advisor in Syria reportedly killed in air strike attributed to Israel.

Intl Court rejects Iran's bid to claim $2 billion frozen by US

Hague Court rules it does not have jurisdiction to force US to return funds seized to compensate victims of 1983 bombing.

Interrogation reveals Iranian attempt to infiltrate Africa

Iranian agent in Tanzania describes plan to recruit ethnic Iranians for terror plots and espionage, targeting Israelis, among others.

Athens: Terrorist attack on Jewish restaurant foiled

Iranian terrorists of Pakistani origin arrested after plotting to attack Jewish and Israeli targets in the Greek capital.

Canada announces new sanctions against Iran

Canada targets two entities and eight individuals as part of new sanctions against Iran over human rights violations and drone production.

Following drone attack on US base:

US strikes Iranian targets in Syria

The US air strikes came after a drone believed to be Iranian struck a Coalition base in northeast Syria.

Following restoration of ties:

Saudi and Iranian Foreign Ministers to meet

Saudi Foreign Minister and Iranian counterpart agree in phone call to meet and pave the way for the re-opening of embassies.

Israeli official:

'Iran enriching uranium above 60% could trigger a strike'

Israeli official says Israel is telling US and Europe that any Iranian progress above 60% enrichment could trigger military action.

US sanctions Iranians over equipment for drones

Four firms and three people sanctioned for allegedly buying equipment to be used for Iran’s drone and weapons programs.

UN expert:

'Iranian authorities may have committed crimes against humanity'

UN Special Rapporteur on Iran says Iranian authorities committed violations in recent months that may amount to crimes against humanity.

After Saudi-Iran deal:

Iranian President invited to visit Saudi Arabia

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi welcomes invitation from Saudi Arabia's King Salman to visit the kingdom.

How can we celebrate Nowruz when Iran is in crisis?

March 20 is the first Nowruz—the Iranian New Year—since the government murdered 22-year-old Iranian woman Mahsa Amini. Op-ed.