The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that damage was caused to Iran’s nuclear facility in Khondab following a reported attack, raising fresh concerns about the safety of sensitive sites in the region. Read More: IAEA sees no hit on Iran nuclear sites According to the agency, Iran informed it on March 27 about the […]
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Pezeshkian lauds Pakistan, urges trust-building
Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts during a call with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday. He stressed that trust-building is essential to enable meaningful peace talks and mediation in the Middle East. The development highlights growing regional urgency as escalating tensions continue to affect millions across the region. During the hour-long […]
Pakistan assures Iran of support for regional peace
ISLAMABAD — Shehbaz Sharif has assured Iran leadership that Pakistan will continue to play a constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability amid rising tensions in the Gulf. Read More: Dar stresses diplomacy for regional peace in meeting with Iran’s envoy The prime minister conveyed these remarks during a telephone conversation with Masoud Pezeshkian, during which both leaders […]
Pakistan favours diplomacy for peace, PM tells Iran’s president
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed the prevailing regional situation in a phone call on Wednesday, according to an official statement. During the call, PM Shehbaz expressed concern over the recent tensions in the region and stressed that Pakistan considers diplomatic efforts and dialogue essential for ensuring peace, stability, and de-escalation. […]
Pezeshkian vows nuclear transparency, invites scrutiny
Iran is ready to accept full inspections of its nuclear programme, President Masoud Pezeshkian said Wednesday. He repeated that Tehran does not seek nuclear weapons. His remarks come amid rising tensions with the United States and Israel. Speaking during the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, Pezeshkian stressed Iran’s peaceful nuclear intentions. He said the […]
Iran orders nuclear talks with US amid Trump’s deal hopes
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, signaling willingness for diplomacy while maintaining that Tehran will respond firmly to any military threats. Following anti-government protests last month, US President Donald Trump threatened military action and deployed an aircraft carrier group to the region, while insisting he remains […]
Iran orders US nuclear talks amid Trump hopes
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States. President Trump said he remains hopeful of a deal to prevent military action. Both sides are signaling diplomacy while tensions remain high in the region. The talks follow Iran’s deadly crackdown on anti-government protests last month. Trump had threatened military […]
Iran warns attack on supreme leader would be declaration of war
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Sunday warned that any attack on the country’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, would constitute a declaration of war. His remarks came in response to US President Donald Trump’s recent statement calling it “time to look for new leadership” in Iran. Read More: Khamenei accuses Trump of fueling Iran unrest Limited internet […]
From Prices to Power: What Iran’s Protests Really Mean – Explainer
Iran is once again witnessing widespread public demonstrations. What began in late December 2025 as protests over rising prices and a rapidly weakening currency has evolved into one of the most serious political challenges the Islamic Republic has faced since the “Woman, Life, Freedom” movement of 2022–23. By early January, demonstrations had spread to more […]
Tehran at risk as Iran grapples with worst water shortage
Iran is facing a severe water crisis, and authorities warn that Tehran could soon become uninhabitable. President Masoud Pezeshkian said if rainfall does not occur by December, the government may have to ration water. Without immediate action, residents could be forced to leave the city. The crisis stems from years of mismanagement, overbuilding of dams, […]