Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told NBC News that his country will not agree to a ceasefire in the Middle East, saying Tehran must “continue fighting for the sake of our people.” He accused the US and Israel of targeting civilians, including students and hospitals, and said previous ceasefires, including the one ending last year’s […]
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Strikes escalate across ME as Israel hits Beirut, Tehran
Iran struck the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia’s capital with a drone early Tuesday, as it continued to target areas around the region. Across Tehran, explosions rang out overnight as the US and Israel pounded Iran with airstrikes. Iran and its allies have hit back against Israel, neighboring Gulf states and targets critical to the […]
Israel confirms strikes on Tehran
Israel has launched strikes on Iran, with explosions reported in the Iranian capital late Tuesday night, according to Iranian media. Reports from Tehran said loud blasts were heard in multiple parts of the city, while thick plumes of smoke were seen rising into the night sky. Iranian outlets stated that several missiles landed near University […]
Israel Launches Strikes on Iran, Explosions Reported in Tehran
Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply after Israel announced it had launched preemptive strikes against Iran. The Israeli Defense Minister confirmed that Tehran was targeted in the operation. Iranian media reported hearing at least three explosions in Tehran, sparking concern among residents of the capital. According to reports, several missiles struck areas near University […]
Iran condemns EU designation of Revolutionary Guards as terrorist group
PARIS: Iran on Thursday strongly criticized the European Union’s decision to designate its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organisation, calling the move “irresponsible and spite-driven” and warning it could have “destructive consequences.” Read More: Iran Revolutionary Guards say intelligence chief replaced The 27-nation bloc announced the designation in response to the deadly […]
Tehran’s Lockdown
Iran has effectively been cut off from the outside world. Phone calls to and from Iran are failing while state media dribbles out only partial updates. This dramatic clampdown on connectivity came amid rare public outrage over inflation and shortages. The closure of Tehran’s grand bazaars, long a bellwether of economic legitimacy, matters because it […]
Taliban blamed for Afghan General’s assassination in Tehran amid Iran-Taliban rapprochement
A former Afghan police commander and outspoken Taliban opponent was shot dead in the heart of Iran’s capital last week, prompting sharp criticism from Afghan political figures and opposition groups, who have pointed the finger at the Taliban’s intelligence apparatus. Former General Ikramuddin Saree, who served as police chief under the previous US-backed government, was […]
Iranian women ride against the odds in Tehran
Maryam Ghelich, an Iranian motorbike ride instructor, first rode through Tehran’s empty streets at night to avoid scrutiny over her clothing or lack of a licence. Fifteen years later, she has trained hundreds of women, helping them navigate the city’s busy roads while challenging societal barriers for female motorcyclists. Read More: Bykea to take in female drivers […]
Iranians pray for rain amid severe drought in Tehran
TEHRAN: Hundreds of residents gathered at Emamzadeh Saleh mosque in northern Tehran on Friday to pray for rain, as Iran faces one of its worst droughts in decades. The capital has recorded its lowest rainfall in a century, and half of the country’s provinces have seen no significant precipitation for months. Read More: Tehran faces severe […]
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, […]