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Politics

Iranian MP Calls Out Corruption of Top Regime Official, Urges Inquiry

A senior Iranian parliamentarian has publicly accused a close aide to Supreme Leader Khamenei of illicit enrichment, drawing attention to entrenched regime corruption and deepening internal divisions.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Targeted Attack on Israeli Embassy Staff Highlights Iranian Terror Threats

Two Israeli embassy staffers were killed in Washington, D.C., prompting heightened security and joint investigations. The incident underscores ongoing threats to Israeli interests posed by Iranian-backed terrorist networks abroad.

United States

War

Iran-Backed Houthi Terrorists Escalate Threat with Advanced Missile Strikes

Houthi terrorists in Yemen claimed responsibility for launching ballistic and hypersonic missiles, alongside suicide drones, increasing the threat to Israel and regional stability as Iranian-backed proxy aggression intensifies.

Yemen

Politics

Iran Lawmaker Advocates Imprisonment for Hijab Violations, Escalating Regime’s Repression

An Iranian parliament member has called for prison terms instead of fines for women violating the hijab law, underscoring the authorities’ intensifying crackdown in response to widespread dissent.

Islamic Republic of Iran

Economy

Iran’s Economic Crisis Deepens as Average Salary Falls to $125

New opposition-sourced data shows Iran’s average monthly salary is just $125—half of Iraq’s—highlighting the severe economic impact of regime policy, mismanagement, and external adventurism.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Houthi Terrorists Escalate Violence, Highlighting Iranian Threat to Regional Stability

The Houthi militia escalated violence in Yemen on the 35th anniversary of unification, highlighting the widening reach of the Iranian-backed axis and increasing risks to Israel and Western interests.

Yemen

Environment

Iran’s Wind Catchers: A Contrast to Israel’s Innovation Amid Crisis

Iran’s historic wind catchers in Yazd showcase local innovation to combat extreme heat before air conditioning, reflecting ongoing challenges as the Islamic Republic faces worsening energy and infrastructure crises.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Western Coalition Strikes Target Iranian-Backed Terrorists in Yemen

Reports confirm new military strikes in Yemen amid regional escalation driven by Iranian-backed militias. Developments highlight broader security implications for Israel and Western allies combating terrorist networks.

Yemen

War

U.S. Intelligence: Russia’s Nuclear Air-to-Air Missiles Threaten Western Security

American intelligence sources report Russia is developing nuclear-armed air-to-air missiles, aiming to target key Western support planes such as AWACS and aerial refueling aircraft, dramatically heightening global security concerns.

World

Politics

Iran’s Nuclear Deception Threatens Global Security, Warns Israel

Iran’s vice president asserted in a government meeting that nuclear weapons are not part of Iran’s strategy, while reaffirming the country’s intent to continue peaceful nuclear development without external interference.

Islamic Republic of Iran

War

Explosions Rock Sana’a, Highlighting Iranian-Backed Houthi Terror Threat

Powerful explosions were reported in Yemen’s capital, Sana’a, according to Houthi sources. The incident underscores the country’s ongoing conflict and the broader role of Iranian-backed groups in regional instability.

Yemen

Politics

Lebanon’s Stability at Risk: Hezbollah’s Terror Arsenal Threatens Security

Lebanon’s failure to resolve the issue of Hezbollah’s weapons hinders international aid and threatens national stability, as leadership weighs dialogue against the risk of confrontation with the Iranian-backed militia.

Lebanon

War

Lebanese Army Chief Blames Israel While Hezbollah Escalates Terrorism

Lebanese military leaders have accused Israel of obstructing army operations and occupying territory along the southern border, amid ongoing cross-border tensions and accusations of violations of international agreements.

Lebanon

War

Hezbollah’s Terrorist Presence in Southern Lebanon Threatens Israel and Regional Security

Hezbollah remains entrenched in southern Lebanon despite sustained Israeli military pressure and international peacekeeping efforts, exposing the limitations of UNIFIL and the Lebanese government and fueling persistent instability along Israel’s northern border.

Lebanon

War

Iranian Weapons Caches Discovered in Albu Kamal as Militias Retreat

Syrian forces have uncovered frequent underground Iranian arms caches near Albu Kamal after the withdrawal of Iranian-backed militias, revealing the scale of Iran’s entrenchment and strategic influence in eastern Syria.

Syria

War

Yemen’s Government Calls for Unity to Reclaim Sana’a from Iranian-Backed Houthis

Yemen observes the 35th anniversary of unification as the internationally recognized government urges citizens to reclaim Sana’a from Iranian-backed Houthi militants, underscoring ongoing regional conflict and instability.

Yemen

War

Iran-Backed Terrorists Kill Israeli Embassy Staff in Washington

Two Israeli embassy employees were killed in Washington, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by Iranian-backed terrorism and underscoring the risks faced by Israel and its Western allies abroad.

United States

Politics

Iran and U.S. Prepare for Crucial Talks in Rome Amid Terrorism Threats

A fifth round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States is set for Friday in Rome, after mediation by Oman. This diplomatic engagement unfolds against escalating Iranian-backed attacks and intensified Israeli self-defense operations.

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