Iran

'Fair game': Iranian officials say US diplomats, officials are targets for assassinations - report

US officials expressed concern Iran was in the “advanced stages” of planning these attacks, while Iran is also preparing for the possibility of an Israeli or US strike against it.

A group of Basiji (mobilized militia) men in military fatigue and armed seen in the middle of Naqsh-e Jahan Square mounted on their motorcycles on the occasion of Imam Reza's birthday while holding Iranian flags with images of the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on April 29, 2026.
Former President Barack Obama speaks at a “Get Out the Vote" rally in support of Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on October 24, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.

'Flip the circuit breaker': Obama attacks Trump administration to boost Democrats in Michigan

Women carrying weapons resembling shoulder-fired missiles ride in a truck during a pro-government National Army Day demonstration on April 17, 2026 in Tehran, Iran.

Tehran threatens strikes on energy, civilian targets, and nuclear escalation if attacked

Two US Air Force A-10 Warthog aircraft patrol the skies over the Middle East, October 24, 2026; Illustrative.

Tehran threatens nuclear escalation, Saudi-led coalition destroys drone near Riyadh


After October 7 and years of war, Iranians and Jews have found a common enemy - opinion

Hamas unleashed its unprecedented wave of slaughter, rape, and kidnapping, fully knowing the inevitable Israeli response and the devastating cost to Gaza. Yet, they did it anyway. Why?

A man hands out Likud campaign leaflets featuring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in Jerusalem's Mahane Yehuda market, October 16, 2026

Sanctions strangle Iranian economy as IRGC goes on high alert over civil unrest risks - analysis

According to assessments, the Iranian street is simmering, and the next boiling point, driven by American leverage, could arrive within months, though public reaction remains unpredictable.

People attend a funeral ceremony for the Revolutionary Guards Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri, who was killed in strikes, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 1, 2026.

Iranian fishermen scramble for loot from sunken container ship after explosion

A massive shipment containing hundreds of brand-new iPhones, luxury French perfumes, and other consumer goods spilled into the sea following the sinking of the container ship "GFS Pride."

Boats are seen anchored at the Five-Step local fishing harbour in the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on September 5, 2026

Western leaders back a two-state solution, but do Palestinians even want one? - opinion

World leaders continue to champion a two-state solution, but the rejection of Israel by influential Palestinian voices raises questions about whether lasting peace is possible.

Britain's Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband speaks at the House of Commons in London, Britain, September 8, 2026.

Nexus of Russia, Iran relationship on display amid US sanctions controversy - analysis

Russia and Iran have had a relationship and ties going back many decades, with Russia being involved in supporting the Iranian regime over a large span of time.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian hold a meeting in Turkmenbashi on October 8, 2026.

IRGC claims two oil tankers hit naval mines in Strait of Hormuz, caught fire

IRNA reported that the vessels had switched off their positioning and radar systems and attempted to use an unauthorized route through the strategic waterway.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, October 2, 2026.

Iran-backed militias funnel money to IRGC amid economic crisis, CENTCOM commander Cooper says

Cooper said the financial pressure had become severe enough that Iran-aligned militias were reportedly withholding payments from their own fighters to funnel money back to the IRGC.

US CENTRAL COMMAND chief Adm. Brad Cooper has played a pivotal role in shaping American military strategy toward Iran and the wider Middle East. Here, he testifies before lawmakers in Washington in May.

Iran giving Yemen's Houthis target intelligence for drone, missile strikes on Saudi Arabia - report

Adam Baron, a Yemen expert and fellow with Washington-based policy institute New America, told the WSJ that the recent Houthi military gains were "undeniably" based on external Iranian assistance.

Smoke and flames rise from King Khalid Airport, after Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis said they attacked the airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 8, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video.

Iran claims oil tanker exploded after hitting mine, CENTCOM chief touts military success in Gulf

Missiles hit Yemen's Aden airport, Saudi coalition intercepts missile near Yanbu • UK advises against nonessential travel to Saudi Arabia • IDF kills Hamas terrorist who stormed Re'im base on Oct. 7

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, October 2, 2026.

Trump mocks popularity of the name Mohammad, says 'nobody wants to be president' in Iran

"Iran is the only country where nobody wants to be president," Trump said, then pretended to ask several people named Mohammad whether they wanted the job.

US President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign event in Dalton, Georgia, US October 16, 2026.