Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani warned US President Donald Trump on Tuesday to be cautious, calling his threats “empty.” Larijani said Iran is not afraid and even greater powers could not eliminate the Iranian nation. The remarks followed Trump’s warning of stronger retaliation if Iran disrupts oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz. In a […]
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FM Dar, Iran’s Araghchi discuss regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a phone call with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Friday, expressing concern over the evolving regional situation. Both leaders agreed to maintain contact as the Middle East conflict continues following US and Israeli airstrikes that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several senior officials. Tehran responded […]
Iran signals openness to CIA talks to end war
Iran’s intelligence operatives have signalled openness to indirect talks with the Central Intelligence Agency to explore options for ending the war. The outreach comes amid ongoing conflict involving the United States and allies. However, uncertainty remains about whether either side is ready to pursue diplomacy. Operatives from Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence communicated willingness to engage […]
China opposes US-Israel strikes on Iran
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar on Tuesday that Beijing opposes strikes on Iran. The phone call comes after US and Israeli attacks over the weekend killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The violence has since spread across the Middle East, raising regional security and humanitarian concerns. Beijing, a close […]
Turkey seeks multi-layered diplomacy amid Iran conflict
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Turkiye is engaging with all parties to end the war in Iran and resume negotiations. Ankara is also coordinating with Oman, which is pursuing similar peace efforts. Fidan emphasized that a multi-layered negotiation is underway, involving the U.S., Europe, and Gulf nations. The conflict escalated after U.S. and Israeli […]
UAE destroys 161 of 174 Iranian missiles, 13 hit sea
The United Arab Emirates intercepted 161 of 174 Iranian ballistic missiles, while 13 missiles fell harmlessly into the sea, officials said. The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed the country’s defence systems successfully neutralized nearly all threats. The attacks caused debris-related damage but no direct missile strikes on UAE soil. At a press briefing in Abu […]
Iran strikes U.S. embassy in Saudi Arabia, war expands
Iranian drones targeted the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh early Tuesday, causing minor damage and a limited fire, officials said. The attack follows U.S. and Israeli airstrikes across Iran, killing hundreds and escalating the regional conflict. The strikes directly threaten civilians and destabilize countries across the Gulf and Middle East. Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry confirmed limited […]