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.

People hold placards on Whitehall during a demonstration in support of the nationwide protests in Iran, in London, Britain, January 25, 2026.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani speaks after meeting with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, in Beirut, Lebanon August 13, 2025

Iranian official says work on framework for negotiations with US is progressing

A PERSON walks past a sign at a currency exchange, as the value of the Iranian Rial drops, in Tehran, Iran, December 30, 2025.

US issues sanctions on six Iranian officials for crackdown on protesters as rial hits record low

An explosion occurred at Iran's southern port of Bandar Abbas on Saturday, Iranian media reported.

Six killed in two explosions across Iran, Israel denies involvement


Saudi Arabia won't allow airspace to be used for military action against Iran, crown prince says

According to Saudi state news agency, SPA, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed the airspace issue with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian over the phone.

US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman watch a military flyover at the White House in Washington, DC, US, November 18, 2025.

From Cyrus to today: Iranian resistance outlasted regime indoctrination - opinion

Despite years of indoctrination and incitement, the Iranian people have not fully succumbed to the coerced messaging of the regime

A woman with tears of blood demonstrates in Paris on January 18 in support of the Iranian uprising against the Islamic Republic. Despite years of indoctrination, Iranians in the country and beyond are pushing back against the regime.

Not just another business deal: Trump must do what's right and strike Iran - comment

Trump could declare victory in his classic fashion, saying he had the art of the deal know-how to get a deal from Iran, or he could do what he promised and strike the terror-riddled Islamic Regime.

 US President Donald Trump and members of his cabinet in the situation room during US strikes on Iran, June 22, 2025.

'Trump promises, does nothing': Iranians fear US may never take action against regime

“I’m angry at the world. I’m angry because nothing is happening. And because Trump promises and then does nothing, I’m angry,” Sara, a resident of Mashhad, told N12.

A man reads a newspaper at a kiosk in Tehran on January 27, 2026.

Netanyahu claims IDF Gaza losses due to lack of ammunition, Trump improved situation

At a joint conference with Hostage Coordinator Gal Hirsch, Netanyahu pointed out that, for the first time in 12 years, there are no hostages being held in the Gaza Strip. 

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to the press following Ran Gvili's return to Israel on January 27, 2026.

Atomic scientists set 'Doomsday Clock' closer to midnight than ever

This was the third time in the past four years that the scientists moved the clock closer to midnight.

The location of the minute hand on its Doomsday Clock has been revealed, indicating what world developments mean for the perceived likelihood of nuclear catastrophe, during a town-hall in Washington, DC, US, January 23, 2026.

CENTCOM announces air force readiness exercise amid growing Iran tensions

Although CENTCOM said that the "exercise is designed to enhance asset and personnel dispersal capability," military parties have used such drills in the past as cover for launching a surprise attack.

A US Airman attaches a GBU-31 munitions system to an F-15E Strike Eagle in the US Central Command area of responsibility, December 19, 2025, in support of Operation Hawkeye Strike as the US military launched large-scale strikes against dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria.

How Trump's handling of Minnesota's crisis may influence Iran tensions - analysis

The administration’s focus on Minnesota and its reversal of some policies there may have ramifications for US foreign policy. First of all, it has shifted the White House’s focus.

US President Donald Trump visits a Ford production center in Dearborn, Michigan, US, January 13, 2026.

Iranian rial reaches record low value, trading at over 1.5m IRR per USD

The Iranian rial fell to a record low of about 1.52 million per dollar on the unofficial market, deepening economic turmoil as nationwide protests continue and confidence in the regime weakens.

Iranian Rial banknotes over a backdrop of the Iranian flag; illustration.

US begins deportation of Iranian nationals in first since protests broke out, CNN reports

The Trump administration deported 14 Iranians to Iran on Sunday, the first such flight since nationwide protests erupted, as rights groups warn of severe risks facing returnees.

Iranian Americans march across Lafayette Park during a candlelight vigil outside the White House, January 16, 2026