Iran

Nasrallah:

'Death of Iranian woman is exploited to incite protests'

Hezbollah leader says death of Mahsa Amini while in Iranian police custody was a "vague incident" being exploited against Tehran.

Iran arrests woman who ate at restaurant without a headscarf

The picture of the woman sitting in a traditional Tehran restaurant and eating without a headscarf went viral on social media.

Calls mount for FIFA to kick Iran out of World Cup

FIFA under pressure to expel Iran from World Cup in Qatar over human rights abuses.

Canada urged to enact Iran sanctions for downing of Flight PS752

With the 1,000 day anniversary approaching of Iran's shooting down of Ukraine Airlines flight, B'nai Brith calls for additional sanctions.

US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil

The move is the latest attempt by Washington to bring Tehran back to negotiations on a return to 2015 nuclear deal.

Iraq summons Iranian ambassador after drone attacks

The move comes a day after Iranian drones targeted an Iranian-Kurdish opposition group in northern Iraq.

Canadian Conservative Party calls for regime change in Iran

During panel discussion on Iran, deputy Conservative leader agrees with need for regime change but Liberal MP doesn't answer the question.

B’nai Brith urges Albania to join IHRA in response to Iran

Advocacy org calls on Albania to take further step against Iran to 'send a powerful message that the world is ready to stand up to Iran.'

Italy's Meloni tweets in support of Iran protestors

Italy's new Prime Minister appears to have changed her views since expressing support for Iran's involvement in Syria.

Iranian President:

'Rioters must be dealt with decisively'

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi: We feel grief over death of Mahsa Amini, but we cannot allow chaos.

Iraq:

US shoots down Iranian drone which targeted US forces in Erbil

US scrambles F-15 jet to shoot down Iranian drone that appeared to be heading towards US forces in Erbil, US official says.

Iran:

Former President's daughter arrested for inciting protests

Iran arrests daughter of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani as protests over death of detained woman continue.

Is Russia trying to hit Jews?

Attack drones launched over Uman amid Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage

According to Ukrainian media Russia launched several Iranian-made attack drones over the city while Jews celebrated the holiday

Iran indicts 14 over elimination of top nuclear scientist

Iran has accused Israel of being behind the 2020 elimination of top Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.

Iran accuses US of supporting anti-government rioters

Iranian Foreign Minister condemns US over alleged support for rioters protesting the death of young woman after she was arrested.

Iranian negotiator to meet IAEA chief

Head of Iran's atomic energy agency to meet with the head of the UN's nuclear watchdog amid attempts to revive 2015 deal.

Iran 'regrets' Ukraine's decision to reduce diplomatic presence

Ukraine announced it would downgrade diplomatic ties with Iran due to its decision to supply Russian forces with drones.

At least 50 killed in Iran unrest

Iranian organization claims 50 dead in anti-government protests.

"An unfriendly act"

Ukraine downgrades ties with Iran over drones to Russia

The move comes hours after Ukraine said it downed four Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles.

US Treasury letting tech firms increase internet access in Iran

Measure announced in wake of Iran shutting down internet after protests erupt over death of 22-year old woman in police custody.

Watch: Rioting in Iran intensifies, protesters turn over cars

The 22-year-old's death in the hands of 'Morality Police' has sparked a world-wide movement that vows to bring down the Iranian regime.

US official:

'Nuclear talks have hit a wall because of Iran's stance'

State Department official says nothing has happened this week to suggest Iran is willing to change its stance.

US places sanctions on Iran’s morality police

Treasury Department announces sanctions following death of Iranian woman in police custody accused of 'improper hijab.'

Watch: Massive protests engulf Iran, hundreds burn their hijabs

Hundreds have been arrested and 7 killed since the violence broke out. Social media is down as masses of women protest Islamic dress code.

IAEA chief:

'The issues with Iran are not going to be wished away'

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says his inspectors have limited access to Iran's nuclear facilities and hopes to meet Iranians in a few days.

Iran cuts access to social media amid protests

Instagram and WhatsApp not available in Iran amid protests over the death of a woman who was arrested by the morality police.

Benny Gantz:

'Israel will not accept dictates from Iran and its proxies'

Defense Minister warns that "Lebanon's energy dependence on Iran may lead to the establishment of Iranian bases on Lebanese soil."

Watch: At least 5 dead as riots spread across Iran

Protesters are attacking police throughout the country after a woman was found dead while under arrest for improperly wearing her hijab.

EU condemns Iranian President's Holocaust denial

EU mission to Israel 'appalled" by Ebrahim Raisi's questioning of the Holocaust during "60 Minutes" interviwew.

Daughter of Jewish refugees is helping refugees in California

Iranian-Jewish teen growing up in Beverly Hills joins with classmate to launch Refugee Empowerment Project.

US demands accountability after death of Iranian woman

US demands accountability for death of Iranian woman who was arrested for wearing an “improper hijab”.

French Foreign Minister:

'There will not be a better offer on the table for Iran'

France's Foreign Minister urges Iran to decide now whether to return to 2015 nuclear deal.

Chief of Staff:

'Those who lie about Holocaust can't be allowed lethal weapons'

IDF Chief of Staff visits Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp. 'Any person who lies about the Holocaust will continue to lie.'

Raisi:

'It should be investigated if the Holocaust happened'

In interview with "60 Minutes", Iranian President refuses to acknowledge Holocaust happened.

Pompeo to INN:

'No evidence this administration is listening to Israel on Iran'

Former US Secretary of State: Biden admin appears intent on giving Iran hundreds of billions of dollars. That would be an enormous mistake.

Watch: Riots spread across Iran following 'hijab death'

Will protests over the alleged police beating of a woman who refused to wear a hijab in public lead to regime change?

Gravely ill?

Khamenei seen meeting students in Tehran

Iran's Supreme Leader makes public appearance following reports that he is in serious condition after undergoing surgery.

Iran:

President orders probe into death of woman while in custody

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi orders probe in case of young woman who died after being arrested by the local “morality police”.

Report:

Khamenei cancels all public appearances due to failing health

Sources tell The New York Times Iran's Supreme Leader had surgery last week and is currently being monitored by doctors around the clock.

Iranian woman dies after being beaten for 'improper hijab'

A 22-year-old woman has died after being beaten by Iranian police for not fully covering her hair.

Iran blasts US charges against three citizens over cyberattacks

Iran condemns “false accusations” levelled by US against three of its citizens for alleged cyberattacks.

Political stunt? Iran to execute 2 homosexual women

EU officials are enraged by Iran's decision.

US to IAEA:

'Iran is not a willing partner in nuclear talks'

US tells IAEA Board of Governors: We're ready to strike a deal but lack a willing partner in Iran.

Iran:

Individuals detained for ties to the 'Zionist regime and west'

Several individuals were arrested under the suspicion of being involved in the assassination of IRGC officer Hassan Sayyad Khodae.

Maneuvering back to the old nuclear deal

Understanding how both sides, Iranian and US, are fighting to portray the signing of the agreement as a political victory at home. Op-ed.

Gantz to UN Security Council:

'Iran has tripled its uranium enrichment rate'

Israel's defense minister warns UN Security Council that Iran has both improved its nuclear technology and increase its rate of production.

Blinken:

'Iran deal not likely in the near term'

US Secretary of State says Iran's response to EU proposal indicates it is unwilling to reach an agreement.

Alleged Iran cyber commander outed by anti-regime group

The group he operated is believed to have stolen data from a medical institute & dating site, and contacted a man employed by DM Gantz.

Iran releases crews from two seized Greek oil tankers

49 crew members allowed to return to home countries after Greece agrees to release 100,000 tons of seized Iranian oil.

Gantz: Iran building 'terror industries' across the Middle East

Defense Minister warns Iran building missile, weapons production facilities in proxy nations which will spread war and terror across region

Iran boasts new suicide drones can reach Tel Aviv

Iranian military announces it has developed advanced long-range drones capable of striking Israeli cities.

Albania blames Iran for second cyberattack

Albania’s Interior Ministry says border system hit by second cyberattack that came from the same Iranian source as July attack.

Iran:

'European powers taking steps in the path of the Zionist regime'

Iran blasts joint statement by Germany, France and Britain which raised "serious doubts" about Iran's sincerity in seeking nuclear deal.

US Treasury sanctions producers of Iranian drones sent to Russia

Producers and manufacturers of drones to be subjected to sanctions and asset blocking in the United States.

US official in closed talks:

'Iran deal won't be signed before midterm elections - if at all'

US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman reportedly pessimistic about chances of reaching agreement with Iran.

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'We will not compromise on any of our red lines'

Iranian Foreign Minister says Iran will try to neutralize the sanctions while continuing nuclear negotiations.

Iran:

'Accusation we were behind Albania cyberattack is baseless'

Iran calls Albania's decision to sever diplomatic ties over alleged cyberattack "an ill-considered and short-sighted action".

IAEA warns Iran getting closer to nuclear bomb

Iran now has 60 kg of uranium enriched to 60%, an increase of 12.5 kg in 3 months.

Albania severs diplomatic ties with Iran

Albanian prime minister orders all staff at Iranian embassy to leave country within 24 hours in response to July Iranian cyberattack.

Western sanctions are moving Russia closer to Iran, Putin says

Russian president says sanctions imposed on his country won't bring Moscow down, are only leading to closer ties between Russia and Mideast.