Iran

Syria claims:

Israel attacked near Damascus, fatalities reported

Syrian sources report that Israel attacked near Damascus. Syrian Health Ministry reports three dead, other reports say death toll is higher.

Report:

Israel, Saudi Arabia stepping up talks amid concerns over Iran

Sources say Israel’s new government has stepped up US-backed talks with Saudi Arabia in light of growing concerns about Iran.

Iran prosecutes woman for 'disrespecting' headscarf

The announcement follows video which showed a woman throwing her headscarf to the ground.

Report:

Will Iran avenge an Israeli attack by targeting diaspora Jews?

According to a Jewish woman who met Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, Iran is identifying key Jewish figures as a plan for revenge.

White House warns:

Russian buying chips, tech from Iran, North Korea and China

Latest statement from Commerce Department comes as G7 nations debate new sanctions on firms accused of exporting military tech to Russia.

Gallant:

'Iran in talks to sell advanced weapons to 50 countries'

Minister of Defense at Munich Security Conference: Keep all the possible means on the table to prevent Iran from gaining a nuclear weapon.

Iranian woman applauded for removing head covering in public

A woman removed from the IRI National Council For Engineering for not wearing her hijab correctly removed her hijab on stage to applause.

Iran planning hit squads to assassinate diaspora Jews

French journalist details Iran’s “mapping” of high-level global Jewish targets in event of Israeli attack on nuclear program.

Report:

Iran blames Israel for Azeri independence movement

Iran reportedly fears city of Tabriz and the surrounding area could break away and declare indepence.

US officials:

'Iran using Ukraine war as a shop window for its drones'

Analysts at Defense Intelligence Agency outline how Iran has become Moscow’s most significant military backer in the Ukraine war.

Iran:

'We welcome Iraq's efforts to help resume nuclear talks'

Spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry says Iran will seriously consider Iraq's efforts to play role in talks to restore 2015 deal.

Iran:

'We arrested main actors involved in Isfahan attack'

Last month's drone attack on a defense ministry site in Isfahan was attributed to the Mossad.

Iran:

Hackers interrupt president's address marking Islamic Revolution

In his address, Iranian president Raisi called on those who participated in the anti-regime protests to 'repent.'

ZOA slams Biden admin move to lift nuclear sanctions on Iran

Zionist Organization of America outraged over White House sanctions waiver that will also benefit Russia.

Iranian and Israeli co-direct thriller about Iranian regime

Israeli/Iranian thriller, co-directed by Guy Nattiv, revolves around Iranian judoka forced to choose between her sport and her freedom.

'Death to Israel' written in Hebrew on Iranian ballistic missile

Iranian threats to destroy the Jewish State continue.

Is Iran smuggling weapons to Syria alongside earthquake aid?

Iran has been known to smuggle agents and weapons under the guise of Red Crescent operations. Is it up to its old tricks?

Iran reveals existence of underground military airbase

Base will house fighter planes equipped with long-range cruise missiles.

Iran:

'Diplomatic dynamism exists in talks to revive nuclear deal'

Spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says Iran welcomes goodwill efforts to resolve stalemate in nuclear talks.

Iranian caricature of Netanyahu sparks row with Azeri Jews

Iranian newspaper publishes caricatures mocking warming ties between Israel and Azerbaijan, claims Israeli rabbis are spies.

Iran:

Khamenei grants amnesty to 'tens of thousands' of prisoners

The announcement acknowledges for the first time the scale of the Iranian crackdown against the so-called "hijab protests".

Iran blasts IAEA's 'unprofessional and unacceptable' behavior

Iran slams IAEA over report on covert changes to equipment at the Fordow uranium enrichment plant.

Netanyahu to Macron:

'Deterrence against Iran and its proxies must be strengthened'

Netanyahu and French President meet for about three hours. PM calls for IRGC to be added to EU's terror blacklist.

Iran's First Lady: Mothers, wives must encourage 'martyrdom'

Wife of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says 'resistance' wouldn't be possible if wives and mothers of murderers didn't give their approval.

Iran accuses:

Israel responsible for drone attack on missile factory

Iran's UN envoy: "Iran has the right to respond to the attack at any time and place."

US monitoring claim Iran establishing foothold in Panama Canal

Iranian state media claim navy sending warships to South American to establish permanent presence in vital Panama Canal.

Iran:

Couple sent to jail over video of them dancing in Tehran

Young couple given jail sentences over viral video of them dancing in Tehran, with the woman not wearing a headscarf.

Azerbaijan:

Seven arrested in connection with Iranian 'espionage network'

The arrests follow a shooting attack in which the head of security at the Azeri embassy in Tehran was killed and two guards were wounded.

Iran threatens Israel after drone attack

Iranian officials have no doubt Israel was behind the attack, but Mossad says it can strike anywhere within Iranian territory.

Former Navy commander: Israel needs to strike Iran this year

The former commander of the Israeli navy Vice Admiral Eliezer Marom says the Jewish State has run out of options.

Intelligence officials:

'Drone attack in Isfahan was the work of the Mossad'

Senior intelligence officials tell The New York Times Israel attacked military facility in Isfahan due to concerns about its own security.

EU exploring legal options to blacklist IRGC

Paris and Berlin voiced their support for the measure, officials tell The Financial Times.

US officials: Israel behind bombing of Iranian drone factory

Report citing US officials and other sources claims Israel bombed Iranian military facility using bomb-laden unmanned helicopters.

3 suicide drones used in attack on Iranian munitions factory

American sources say US, another country which is not Israel, behind attack intended to send message about ballistic munitions exports.

DOJ charges 3 men in plot to assassinate prominent Iran critic

Members of Eastern European criminal group indicted for murder-for-hire scheme to kill journalist critical of Iranian regime.

Op-ed:

Juniper Oak, the JCPOA and ‘Zero Surprises’

Biden is committed to a policy that will empower Iran militarily, economically and diplomatically against Israel and Sunni Arabs. Op-ed.

Military expert: Iran using Jenin to wage war against Israel

Hamas looking to recruit potential terrorists from Judea and Samaria as Iran using Jenin as a launching pad for attacks against Israel.

Following B'nai Brith action:

Canadian capital renames street after Mahsa Amini

City council in Ottawa officially renames section of street outside the former Iranian Embassy after woman whose death sparked protests.

Op-ed:

Why the gender-obssessed West abandoned Afghan and Iranian women

In the insane West, the word “woman” no longer has a meaning, and you can get in trouble for using the word - so why save them? Op-ed.

Who will celebrate World Hijab Day this year?

The progressives celebrating World Hijab Day are really revealing their low expectations for other cultures by excusing misogyny. Op-ed.

Iran threatens 'reciprocal' measures if IRGC is blacklisted

Iran's Foreign Minister says his country will blacklist elements of EU countries if the IRGC is blacklisted by Europe.

IRGC commander to EU:

'Don't make a mistake by blacklisting us'

IRGC chief: If the Europeans make a mistake, they must accept the consequences.

Amid sanctions

Iran's currency sinks to all-time low

The dollar was selling for as much as 447,000 rials on Iran's unofficial market on Saturday, compared with 430,500 the previous day.

Report: IRGC office discovered in Jewish area of London

UK politician urges government to shut down office used as 'outreach center' for Revolutionary Guard Corps.

EU to sanction Iran officials, IRGC blacklist still under debate

EU will impose new sanctions on 37 Iranian officials and organizations, but will stop short for now of blacklisting the Revolutionary Guard.

Iran:

'EU would be shooting itself in the foot if it blacklists IRGC'

Iran's Foreign Minister warns EU against blacklisting the IRGC following non-binding vote on the issue by the European Parliament.

Report:

US official met with Iranian UN ambassador multiple times

The State Department confirmed that messages are being delivered to Iran, even though the nuclear deal “is not on the agenda.”

Iranian general to US, Israel:

'Soon the Great Satan will be destroyed'

Deputy commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps repeats threats to destroy Israel and the US, boasts about military capablities.

'Chess pieces': Did Prince Harry give Iran a 'talking point?'

Why was Prince Harry bragging about 'killing 25 people' during his tour of service in Afghanistan?

Germany summons Iran's ambassador for a second time

German Foreign Minister summons Iran's ambassador to Berlin over rash of executions by Tehran.

National Security Council

'If Israel is abandoned, Netanyahu will bomb Iran'

National Security Council head and long-time Netanyahu ally Tzachi Hanegbi says PM is prepared to bomb Iranian nuclear facilities.

Op-ed:

Khamenei's new police commander is a lunatic thug

The kangaroo Islamic court of mullahs is ruling to execute young protesters amid crack down on the anti-regime’s nationwide protests. Op-ed.

Report:

Anti-regime Iranian cleric visits Israel, meets with officials

According to i24News, the imam did not deny the visit and noted his friendship with an official close to the prime minister.

Iran executes former Deputy Defense Minister

Alireza Akbari, a British-Iranian national, was sentenced to death on charges of spying for Britain.

Nasrallah meets visiting Iranian Foreign Minister

The two discuss threats by Israeli officials "after the formation of the new government composed of extremists and corrupts."

100 EU lawmakers sign letter urging tougher response to Iran

Parliamentarians call on EU foreign affairs chief to enact stronger measures to deter Iran's ongoing violations against its own people.

B’nai Brith urges ouster of Iranian representative in Montreal

Advocacy org calls for investigation into alleged terror ties of ex-Iran Air CEO representing Islamic Republic at UN agency in Montreal.

Watch: Netanyahu warns Hezbollah - 'We will jog your memory'

The Prime Minister said Iran and Lebanon would get a 'reminder' of Israel's red lines if they tried to cross them.

Charlie Hebdo doubles down on Khamenei cartoons

French satirical newspaper publishes fresh cartoons of Iranian Supreme despite protests from Iran and its allies.

Iran claims:

'We detained 13 members of Mossad-linked network'

Iran once again claims to have captured a network of spies working for Israel's Mossad.