Islamic Republic of Iran
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Iranian officials express uncertainty as former US President Trump prepares to visit the Gulf, highlighting Tehran’s difficulty in countering unexpected American policies and growing regional instability.
Iran is set to send Fattah-360 missile launchers to Russia for use in Ukraine, deepening military cooperation and raising new security concerns for Israel and its allies.
Iranian officials confirm that parts of former President Raisi’s remains are still at the crash site, highlighting shortcomings in rescue operations and renewed scrutiny of Iranian crisis management.
Iran and Malaysia have completed a prisoner swap involving 88 Iranians repatriated from Malaysia and two Malaysian women released by Iran after long sentences for drug trafficking offenses.
A Persian wild ass foal was recently born in Iran’s Khojir Nature Reserve, offering hope for endangered species conservation despite ongoing environmental and regional security challenges.
Iran now holds over 4,300 tons of natural uranium, according to the IAEA, sparking global apprehension about the country’s nuclear intentions and its potential impact on Middle East stability.
Authorities in Tehran have introduced household water pressure reductions to prevent depletion of the capital’s reservoirs, highlighting the escalating water crisis and long-term mismanagement facing Iran.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard commander issued direct threats against Israel and the US during a speech marking President Raisi’s death, escalating tensions amid ongoing conflict with Iranian-backed terror groups.
Iran warns Europe of severe consequences if snapback sanctions are pursued, deepening diplomatic rifts and highlighting the risks of Tehran’s escalating nuclear program and terror proxy activities.
Iran executed over 110 people in the past month, signaling an escalation of regime repression amid internal dissent and international criticism of its rising use of capital punishment.
Iran criticizes U.S. inconsistency in nuclear negotiations as talks in Vienna conclude without scheduling a new round. Despite frustrations, both sides agree to maintain diplomatic engagement.
Efforts to equate Iran’s nuclear ambitions with Libya’s historic disarmament misrepresent the situation, masking the unique security challenges Iran poses to Israel and regional stability through its nuclear pursuits.
Global analysts are perplexed by the unpredictable U.S. approach to Iran’s nuclear program, while Tehran presses forward with a consistent strategy, heightening regional security tensions and Israeli alarm.
Bangladesh’s ambassador to Iran highlighted cultural similarities during a visit to Qazvin. The incident underscores shared authoritarian tendencies, human rights restrictions, and broader implications for regional power alignments and Israeli security.
A senior Iranian commander disclosed that Iran’s missile and drone production has exceeded storage capacities, highlighting the regime’s expanding support for proxies in Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen.
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