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Five killed in two explosions across Iran, Israel denies involvement

Both explosions in Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz were caused by a gas leak, Iranian authorities claimed. The IRGC refuted social media rumors that naval officials died in the blasts.

An explosion occurred at Iran's southern port of Bandar Abbas on Saturday, Iranian media reported.
Amnesty International Greek activists and Iranians living in Athens hold candles and placards in front of the Greek Parliament to support the people of Iran, in Athens, Greece, January 30, 2026.

Despair, 'endless anger' growing among Iranians as military action looms

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

US warns IRGC against 'escalatory behavior' in international waters

‘THEY LOVE Trump, they love America – but right now they feel abandoned, and it hurts.’ The US president said he has no reason to strike, but protesters have been asking for US intervention. Here, a man shows a sign mentioning Trump during a rally in support of nationwide protests in Iran in Rome.

'They feel abandoned': Iranians need Trump's help, former IRGC officer warns - interview


EU countries who blocked IRGC terror designation were threatened by Iran - report

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi denounced the EU's decision to designate the IRGC as terrorists, calling it a "major strategic mistake," a "blatant hypocrisy... selective outrage."

A member of Iranian militia forces (Basij) gestures during an anti-Israeli march in Tehran, Iran, January 10, 2025; illustrative.

Al Jazeera to host Iranian FM, Hamas leader, and CCP propagandist at its forum in February

Among the listed speakers is Hamas leader Khaled Meshaal, head of the terrorist group abroad.

The Al Jazeera Media Network logo is seen inside its headquarters in Doha, Qatar June 8, 2017.

Iranian-backed militias in Iraq declare support for regime in case of war against US

Akram al-Kaabi, a leader of paramilitary forces in Iraq, verbally attacked Trump and his Iraq envoy, saying that repeated violations of sovereignty would not be tolerated.

Supporters of Iraqi Shi'ite armed groups gather during a rally in solidarity with Iran's government in Tehran,near the Iranian Embassy in Baghdad,Iraq January 16, 2026.

From sanctions to warships: How Trump’s Iran policy brought US to the brink of war - analysis

US President Donald Trump’s shifting tone on Iran is part of the administration’s approach with Trump now warning that a new conflict with Iran will be worse than the 12-day war.

US President Donald Trump speaks at the Detroit Economic Club in Detroit, Michigan, US, January 13, 2026.

Iran rounds up thousands in mass arrest campaign after crushing unrest, sources say

Plainclothes security forces launched a campaign of widespread arrests against anti-regime protesters, accompanied by an intensified street presence based around checkpoints.

: Images of people killed during the recent protets in Iran are seen displayed on the Place Saint-Michel on January 18, 2026 in Paris, France.

'Region does not need new war': EU designates Iran's Revolutionary Guard as terrorist organization

Israel welcomed the move, with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar calling it "an important and historic decision."

Here, posters display assassinated military leaders, including IRGC commander-in-chief Hossein Salami (center), in Tehran at the end of June.

Sweden Democrats leader backs IRGC, Muslim Brotherhood terror listings amid rising antisemitism

“The need for [a national terror list] has emerged from the sad fact that the European Union is too weak and too indecisive to handle this matter,” Åkesson said.

Leader of the Sweden Democrats Jimmie Akesson gives a speech during the Party's election night in Nacka, near Stockholm on September 11, 2022, after exit polls were released during the general elections in Sweden.

Remembering the Holocaust in 2026 amid renewed threats to Israel - opinion

As Holocaust Remembrance Day approaches in 2026, memories of past atrocities collide with renewed war, rising antisemitism, and fears of another major confrontation with Iran.

 Star of David and yizkor candle.

US, 40 partner countries, hold symposium to implement UNSC regulations against Iran

The US and 40 partner countries convened in Prague to discuss the implementation of reimposed UNSCRs against Iran, focusing on its nuclear and ballistic missile activities.

An illustration of enforcing sanctions on Iran.

Trump weighs Iran strikes to inspire renewed protests - analysis

US military strikes against Iran may spark change or worsen regional instability, as experts weigh the potential outcomes.

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)