Iran

Amid US economic pressure

Iran's Khamenei issues call for unity

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national unity and stronger public morale as US economic pressure on Tehran intensifies.

US targets Egyptian bank in new round of Iran sanctions

The US targets Banque Misr’s UAE branches over Iran-linked transactions as Washington expands sanctions aimed at cutting Tehran off from global finance.

Report:

Trump administration rejects return to June Iran deal

The Trump administration has rejected returning to a preliminary June agreement with Iran as the White House says no negotiations are currently underway.

'A lie'

Iran security chief dismisses report of plot against Barron Trump

Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei calls a report of a plot against Barron Trump a lie after Iranian TV aired a video threatening the president’s son.

CENTCOM chief:

'Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes now free of Iranian mines'

In an operational update, CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper says US forces cleared Iranian sea mines from Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes amid an ongoing naval blockade.

'I don’t want to meet, they do'

Trump rejects reports he wants Iran talks

President Trump rejects reports he wants talks with Iran, saying Tehran is “begging to make a deal" as the US focuses on economic pressure.

Outgoing Mossad Chief's strong message to Iran

Outgoing Mossad chief Dedi Barnea calls for escalating economic, diplomatic, and operational measures against Iran: “This regime will fall."

The threat to Yair Netanyahu: What really happened?

Israeli security officials clarify why Yair Netanyahu's security was increased.

Iran identifies foreign-based outlets as potential attack targets

Iranian military spokesman names BBC Persian, Iran International and Radio Farda as potential targets, accusing them of ties to Israeli and US intelligence.

Trump says he is 'not in a hurry' to resume Iran talks

Trump says he has no timetable for the Iran war and is “not in a hurry" to resume talks, while warning Tehran faces mounting economic pressure.

Trump

'Mojtaba Khamenei very seriously wounded, but not dead'

US President Donald Trump says Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei suffered serious wounds to the left side of his body but is likely still alive; praises US military and Navy operations and predicts a “very big victory."

Report: Iranian assassination target - Yair Netanyahu

A US official claims that a cell acting on behalf of the regime in Tehran stayed in the Miami area, closely monitored the Prime Minister’s son’s daily routine, and gathered intelligence on him.

Warns of preemptive action

Iran vows Strait of Hormuz will remain closed

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until key conditions are met.

Report:

Rubio says US not planning new Iran strikes 'for the time being'

Axios reports Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told allies the US is not planning new Iran strikes for now, as Washington intensifies sanctions and economic pressure.

Secret Service investigating Iranian video targeting Barron Trump

The Secret Service says it is investigating an Iranian state media video threatening Barron Trump and claiming his movements had been monitored.

Trump:

All mines in Strait of Hormuz removed

US President Donald Trump announced today that all Iranian mines have been removed from the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump: Iran facing 'humanitarian crisis of epic proportions'

US President says Iranian regime is failing to pay large segments of its military while executions continue, amid new US campaign aimed at economically isolating Tehran.

Who is in the crosshairs for the US sanctions on Iran?

Washington is moving to isolate Iran from the global economy, threatening sanctions against entities that continue trading with Tehran.

Pakistan says ‘significant progress’ made in talks with Iran

Pakistan says ‘significant progress’ was made in Tehran talks on the Iran-US conflict, regional tensions, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and a settlement.

US offers $10 million for information on senior IRGC commanders

US State Department is offering up to $10 million and possible relocation for information on five senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commanders.

'Another defeat'

Iran vows to withstand new US sanctions

Iran's economy minister says Tehran has a two-year plan to counter new US sanctions after Washington announces a sweeping economic campaign.

Hegseth clarifies:

'US not ruling out military strikes against Iran'

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says Washington is not ruling out military strikes against Iran despite its new campaign of economic pressure.

'A steep price'

Netanyahu welcomes new US sanctions on Iran

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes new US sanctions against Iran, praising Trump and Bessent for imposing a steep price on the regime.

Operation Economic Outcast

Bessent declares 'economic onslaught' on Iran

US Treasury Secretary says new campaign will seek to sever Iran’s financial connections worldwide, warns countries and institutions enabling Tehran that they could be cut off from US dollar system

Netanyahu

'Iran tried to assassinate one of my children'

Netanyahu revealed this evening that Iran has attempted to assassinate one of his children, after Iranian state TV threatened President Trump's son.

Iranian threat against Trump’s son

An Iranian state-run television channel aired a video threatening President Trump’s youngest son and claimed that details of his security arrangements had been exposed.

Trump

'Iran is completely collapsing'

US President says Iran is "completely collapsing" in social media post.

Supposed ceasefire:

Iran steps up weapons smuggling to Hezbollah

Defense establishment identifies significant increase in attempts by Quds Force of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to transfer weapons through Syrian territory directly into Lebanon.

Bessent warns: 'Endgame' with Iran is near

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Iran confrontation is entering its “endgame" as Washington prepares an unprecedented economic offensive.

Amid tensions with Iran

Report: Greece moves Patriot battery to Crete

Greece is moving a Patriot air defense battery to Crete amid heightened tensions with Iran and threats against US bases in Europe, local media report.

Iran warns nations:

'Supporting US economic campaign could be an act of war'

Iran warns that countries supporting the US economic campaign could be treated as enemies and threatens to halt all oil exports from the Persian Gulf.

Iran executes protest detainee accused of aiding Israel

Iran executes Majid Adineh, arrested during January protests and sentenced to death on charges including alleged actions in favor of Israel and the US.

Iran warns US allies:

'Do not join Trump's economic war'

Iran warns countries against joining Trump's economic campaign, threatening confrontation and saying the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed.

Report:

Iran-linked hackers shut down UK power plant

The Telegraph reports that Iran-linked hackers shut down a small British power plant for four days in an unprecedented cyberattack.

Trump:

'Military option against Iran remains on the table'

President Trump says military action against Iran remains an option: They would love a deal but are not ready to make the right one.

Operation Roaring Lion

Live updates: Trump announces economic campaign against Iran

Days after Israel braces for escalation, US pauses strikes on Iran, returning to negotiating table. Live Updates.

US turns to economic pressure

Vance: Iran war has entered 'new phase'

US Vice President JD Vance says the Iran war has entered a new phase, with Washington relying on economic pressure to prevent Tehran from rebuilding.

Ties to Quds Force

US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah

The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah over its ties to Iran's Quds Force and sanctions 10 people accused of helping move cash for the Lebanese terror group.

Sheikh who fought Hezbollah

“They brought ruin upon Lebanon"

Sheikh Muhammad Ali al-Fouani accuses Iran of brainwashing the disadvantaged population and claims that international pressure would lead to Hezbollah’s rapid collapse.

Report:

Trump suggests intense attacks on Iran if economic pressure fails

Report: President Donald Trump has ordered his Iran negotiating team to freeze talks for several weeks as prospects for a deal with Tehran diminish.

Report: US opens secret Hormuz oil corridor

US forces have established a secret Hormuz shipping corridor moving millions of oil barrels daily, according to an Axios report.

Trump declares 'economic D-Day' against Iran

President Trump announces an unprecedented economic campaign against Iran, threatening severe consequences for countries and businesses that aid Tehran.

Iran threatens US bases in Europe if war resumes

Sources close to Tehran tell the Financial Times Iran considering strikes on US assets in southeastern Europe, targeting undersea cables, if war renews.

Iranian Parliament Speaker:

'US seeking concessions beyond MoU'

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accuses Washington of seeking concessions beyond the Iran deal as the 60-day talks deadline expires.

Huckabee to Israeli media:

'Another Iran war could happen if regime rejects diplomacy'

In an interview with Channel 12 News, Ambassador Mike Huckabee discusses Iran, Gaza, the US-Israel relationship and recent violence in Qusra.

Until further notice

UAE halts trade and financial transactions with Iran

The UAE suspends all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran, citing regional escalations that threaten peace and security.

Trump

'There are no talks with Iran now'

US President says no negotiations are scheduled as the 60-day ceasefire agreement nears its end.

Behind Trump's threats against Oman

Trump threatened Oman amid concerns over its Iran ties as Washington seeks a nuclear deal with Tehran and the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

'A delusion'

IRGC rejects Trump claims of backchannel talks

Iran's IRGC dismisses Trump's claims of backchannel talks, as Trump rules out extending the June framework deal.

Trump rules out extending Iran framework agreement

President Trump declares he will not extend the framework deal with Iran, while maintaining the US holds "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz.

Kushner:

Hamas has 60-90 days to hand over weapons

President Trump's envoy and son-in-law says concerns raised by Netanyahu during four-hour meeting were addressed, stresses Israel will retain right to defend itself.

Trump: Hamas agreed to disarm, Israel must cease strikes on Gaza

US President Donald Trump tells Fox News that he will bomb Oman if they 'get in the way,' insists Hamas will disarm.

Iran advances law:

Prison terms for interviews with 'hostile' media

Iran's parliament approves a bill penalizing unauthorized interviews with hostile media with up to two years in prison, alongside strict curbs on foreign contact.

After Trump threats

Iranian Speaker claims war victory

Iran's parliament speaker declares victory over the US and Israel, after officials reject Donald Trump's assertion that the US will control the Strait of Hormuz.

Following tanker attacks

Strait of Hormuz traffic drops to near standstill

Ship tracking data shows transit through the Strait of Hormuz nearly stopped over the weekend following attacks on UAE vessels and stalled US-Iran talks.

Report:

Trump's secret channel to Iran's IRGC

The Trump administration reportedly turned to Kurdistan President Nechirvan Barzani for a secret channel to Iran's IRGC during efforts to end the war.

Iran MP warns Trump

'He should worry about his own security'

Iranian lawmaker mocks Trump over past security logistics while rejecting the US President's statement that Washington will claim the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran says missing pilots are alive - in Qatar

After months of uncertainty, Tehran claims three pilots thought missing since their jets were shot down are alive and being held by Qatari forces.

'The Strait will remain Iranian'

Iran unfazed by Trump’s threat to claim Hormuz

Iranian officials assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, say there are no active US talks after President Trump vows to declare the waterway a US territory.

Trump:

'I will declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory'

President Trump announces plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, declares Iran’s military and leadership are largely destroyed.