Iran
Iran’s diplomatic scramble to gather allies against US - analysis
Iran's current goal appears to be getting some countries that have influence with the United States to intercede on its behalf in order to avoid potential military action.
Iranian official says work on framework for negotiations with US is progressing
US issues sanctions on six Iranian officials for crackdown on protesters as rial hits record low
Six killed in two explosions across Iran, Israel denies involvement
If Iran’s clerical regime falls, Israel faces its tough strategic test - opinion
Israel cannot assume Iran’s collapse brings peace; it must understand the need for strategic planning.
Israel’s delicate role in Iran’s moment of fragility - opinion
Iran’s regime is weakening. Israel must act with patience and discretion, supporting change without overtly interfering in Tehran.
CENTCOM, IDF chiefs meet in shadow of possible Iran conflict, await Trump's final decision
The IDF announced on Sunday that the two had met on Saturday, showing "the personal connection between the commanders, and the tight strategic connection between the IDF and the US military."
Collapse of responsibility in the name of faith - opinion
Parashat Bo warns: true faith demands responsibility, that honoring life means accountability and protecting the vulnerable.
Australian defense department chief to replace Kevin Rudd as US ambassador
Australian PM Anthony Albanese appointed Defense Department chief Greg Moriarty as the next ambassador to the US after Kevin Rudd said he would step down early, following Trump's criticism.
Emory University removes Iranian official Larijani's daughter from medical faculty - report
Dr. Fatemeh Ardeshir-Larijani was previously listed on the Emory University School of Medicine's website as an assistant professor in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology.
KLM, Air France suspend Israel flights as US-Iran tensions escalate
These cancellations come after US President Donald Trump said on Thursday the US had an "armada" heading towards Iran.
Iranian-backed militias exploit Syria-SDF clashes to entrench role in Iraq - analysis
The Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), which are mostly made up of Iranian-backed militias, have now deployed to the border.
Iran says two Islamic State‑linked men executed for 2023 bus bombing
The Iranian judiciary said the attack killed a toddler and injured several others on a bus traveling from Tehran to Ilam, a province in the west that borders Iraq.
Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei moves to underground bunker amid fears of US strike - report
According to the Iranian opposition outlet, Masoud Khamenei, the ayatollah’s third son, has taken over management of the supreme leader’s day-to-day responsibilities.
