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'Locked and loaded': Trump threatens Iran over protester deaths
US President Donald Trump warned Iran that the US could step in if protesters are met with harsh government response. The warning came as mass protests erupted in Iran over a cost of living crisis, re...
Iranian protests are not for 'regime change' but for relief from US economic war
This article argues that recent Iranian protests stem from economic hardship induced by US sanctions rather than a desire for regime change or political revolution. Economist Mohammad Reza Farzanegan ...
Factbox-Who is fighting in Yemen?
Yemen's civil war has escalated with UAE-backed separatists taking control of southern territory, dividing the Saudi-led coalition that was originally assembled against the Iran-aligned Houthi group. ...
Trump and Iran official exchange threats after protests turn deadly in the Islamic Republic
US President Donald Trump and top Iranian officials engaged in threatening exchanges as protests against the collapsing rial currency escalated into anti-government demonstrations in Iran, resulting i...
Trump threatens Iran over protest deaths as unrest flares
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. stands ready to support protesters if Iranian security forces use lethal force against them during ongoing protests in Iran which have resulted in ...
Trump says US will intervene if Iran violently suppresses peaceful protests
U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the United States would come to the rescue of Iranian protesters if they are shot and killed by authorities during the ongoing demonstrations against economic h...
6 killed in Iran as cost-of-living protests turn violent
Violent protests over high costs and economic issues have led to clashes between protesters and security forces across several Iranian cities since Sunday. Two deaths were reported today, occurring in...
Iran executions hit 35-year high with 1,500 killed in 2025, rights group says
The Iran Human Rights (IHR) organization based in Norway reported that at least 1,500 people were executed in Iran last year, marking a significant rise from the 975 executions recorded in 2024. The g...
Arab League holds emergency meeting over Israel's recognition of Somaliland
The Arab League convened an emergency meeting in Cairo on Sunday, chaired by the UAE, to discuss Israel's official recognition of Somaliland. The move has been condemned by a coalition of countries in...
Iran Closes Nuclear Case Before UN Security Council
The article discusses Iran's actions regarding its nuclear program and their interactions with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). It mentions that Iran is addressing its nuclear case before t...
US, Iran spar over nuclear talks at UN
The United States and Iran exchanged confrontational statements during their meeting in the UN Security Council regarding nuclear talks revival conditions. The U.S. maintains readiness for direct nego...
Ukraine Building Nearly 1,000 Specialized Drones Daily To Counter Russian-Iranian Shahed Drones
Ukraine intensifies its drone production efforts with nearly 1,000 specialized drones made daily to combat Iranian-manufactured Shahed drones supplied by Russia. The increase reflects a strategic push...
US and Israel 'planted' media leaks alleging tensions before Iran attack: Report
According to The Washington Post, the US and Israel manipulated news reports to give a misleading impression of tension between their governments before launching an attack on Iran in June 2025. This ...
Update: Blutige Proteste im Iran — was der Westen tun kann
Iran experiences its most intense protests in years, with violence escalating. Human rights organizations report over 500 deaths and more than 10,000 arrests, as the regime attempts to cut off interne...
US opens 'air defence coordination cell' in Qatar as Iran tensions rise
The United States and Qatar have established an air defense coordination center at Al-Udeid Air Base as regional tensions increase due to potential actions against Iran by the US government. This deve...
Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs On Countries Doing Business With Iran
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would impose a 25 percent tariff on any country doing business with Iran. This decision is aimed at increasing pressure on Tehran regarding its vi...
Iran Activists Report Protest Casualties Reaching 544
Activists in Iran claim that at least 544 people have been killed due to the ongoing protests against government policies and human rights violations....
Deaths from Iran protests reach more than 500, rights group says
A rights group reports that over 500 deaths have occurred due to protests in Iran. Amidst the unrest, Iran's government threatens retaliation against US military bases if President Trump acts on his t...
Over 530 Dead and Over 10,000 Detained in Iran, Activists Say
According to activist reports, over 530 people have died in protests against the Iranian government, with more than 10,000 individuals detained. The unrest has been ongoing since early September....
The Fall of Iran Could Change Everything
An analysis discussing potential implications if Iran's Islamic Republic were to collapse, suggesting such an event could bring instability and chaos instead of stability throughout the Middle East du...
Iran's protests: What we know
Protests in Iran started in Tehran due to high prices and economic stagnation, spreading across other cities. At least six people have been killed during clashes with security forces. Official media m...
Netanyahu plans to brief Trump on possible new Iran strikes, NBC News reports
According to NBC News, US President Donald Trump will be briefed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the potential threat of Iran expanding its ballistic missile program. Israel is conc...
Evening Brief: Trump Halts Iran Talks, Russia Bombards Ukraine's Power Grid, Winter Storms Claim Lives of Displaced Palestinians in Gaza
The Evening Brief highlights significant geopolitical developments including U.S. President Donald Trump’s suspension of nuclear talks with Iran, Russian attacks on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, ...
Special Urgent Report: Pentagon Prepares Wider Options for Action Against Iran
The U.S. Department of Defense has reportedly developed expanded military options for potential actions against Iran. The nature and extent of these plans remain undisclosed, but they are indicative o...
Social media a key factor for both sides in Iran domestic unrest
Iranian protests have seen significant use of social media by protesters and authorities alike. Social media has played a critical role in organizing protests, sharing information, and documenting the...
Trump urges Iranians to keep protesting, take names, saying 'help is on its way'
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Iranians to continue protesting against their government and assured them that help from the U.S. is imminent. This statement follows reports by an unnamed Ir...
Trump vows 'very strong action' if Iran hangs protesters
US President Donald Trump warned that the United States would take 'very strong action' against Iran should Iranian authorities start hanging protesters as part of their suppression of anti-government...
Pentagon Shows Options for Interfering with Iran's Intermediate Range Program
The Pentagon has presented options for interfering with Iran’s intermediate-range program, focusing on potential military and non-military strategies aimed at curbing Iranian missile capabilities....
Trump Briefed On New Options For Strikes In Iran
President Trump has been informed of new options concerning potential military strikes against Iran. The details and implications regarding these strike options are under review....
Fashion student, bodybuilder, footballer: the victims of Iran's crackdown
Four young individuals from diverse backgrounds and regions in Iran—Rubina (a fashion student), Rebin (an aspiring football player), Mehdi (a bodybuilder and weightlifter), and Erfan (recently turned ...
Rutte Claims That Russia, Iran and China Seek Confrontation with NATO
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte asserts that Russia, Iran, and China are actively seeking confrontation with NATO. He highlights the aggressive behavior displayed by these nations as a threat to the a...
Iran regime collapse would crash oil prices, weaken Russia’s war funding — analyst explains double blow to Moscow
An analysis suggests that a potential collapse of the Iranian regime would cause oil prices to plummet, significantly impacting Russia's war funding in Ukraine. This scenario presents a dual threat to...
Daily Memo: Tehran’s Crackdown Continues, Talks on Greenland
Iranian authorities intensified their crackdown on protestants for the 16th consecutive day, with an Iranian official revealing that 2,000 people have died so far; some were security forces and others...
Trump tells Iranians ‘help is on its way’ as protest death toll hits 2,000
The death toll from ongoing protests in Iran has reached at least 2,003 people killed, according to activists connected with the Human Rights Activists News Agency. Protesters have been able to make i...
Yoav Gallant says Israel should steer Iran protests 'with an invisible hand'
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has called for Israel to guide Iran's ongoing protests from the background and maintain readiness to act when necessary. He stressed that Israel must show ...
Pentagon Proposes Wider Strike Options Against Iran To Trump
According to media reports, the Pentagon has proposed broader military strike options against Iran to President Donald Trump. The details of these proposals are not specified in the article but sugges...
From Missile Sites to Nuclear Program: Pentagon Presents Attack Options to Trump
The U.S. Department of Defense has presented President Donald Trump with various military options in response to Iran's missile sites and its nuclear program. The presentation includes potential attac...
Pentagon Presents Trump with Plan of Action Against Iran
According to CBS News, the Pentagon has provided President Donald Trump with a strategy for addressing issues related to Iran. The details of the plan are not specified in the report but imply ongoing...
Trump risks imploding China trade truce with Iran tariff vow
President Donald Trump's recent vow to impose tariffs on Iran could undermine the fragile trade agreement struck months ago with Chinese President Xi Jinping, which暂停了关税并给予美国稀土资源的访问权。特朗普的新承诺可能危及与中国的贸易...
Is Trump Going to Attack Iran? Pentagon Pizza Index Soars, Alert Levels Revealed
Speculation about a potential military strike by the United States against Iran has been fueled by an increase in the 'Pentagon Pizza Index', an unofficial metric reflecting heightened readiness level...
Zelenskyy: What's Happening in Iran Is a Clear Sign That Things Won't Get Easier for Russia
President Zelenskyy of Ukraine comments that recent developments in Iran are indicative of increasing complexities and challenges that Russia will face on the international stage. He suggests these ev...
Zelensky: World Must Help Iranians Seize Moment for Change
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the international community to support the ongoing protests in Iran and help the Iranian people seize their moment for change, drawing parallels b...
Zelenskyy on Iran Protests: Calls Unrest an Uprising and Urges Global Action
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has commented on the recent protests in Iran, referring to them as an uprising. He called for global community action in response to the situation, anticipating...
Iranians agree more on regime change than on what might come next
Recent protests in Iran have seen widespread public support for regime change despite violent crackdowns by the Islamic Republic leadership. With over 500 reported deaths and more than 10,000 arrests ...
Iran Escalates Protest Crackdown but Says Open to U.S. Talks
Iran's foreign minister warns that while they are not seeking war, they are prepared for one, amid the country's crackdown on protesters....
Ukraine's Zelenskiy: world must help Iran engineer change
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy addressed the ongoing protests in Iran during his nightly video message on January 12, calling them an 'uprising.' He emphasized that global support for these p...
Iranians tap Musk's Starlink to skirt internet blackout, sources say
Despite nationwide internet restrictions imposed by Iranian authorities during anti-government protests and subsequent crackdown, some Iranians are reportedly still connecting using Elon Musk's Starli...
Iran dangles diplomacy as Trump weighs strikes amid protests
Iran maintains its diplomatic stance while not backing down on its core demands during negotiations with the United States. Domestic protests and potential U.S. military action complicate both nations...
Hellfire missiles rain death from above — in Ukraine, they defend skies from Shaheds
The article discusses the use of Hellfire missiles by Ukrainian forces, likely deployed on off-the-shelf vehicles capable of shooting and retreating quickly to avoid counterattack. The context suggest...
Daily Memo: Mass Deaths in Iran Protests, SDF Leaves Aleppo
Iranian protests continue for over two weeks with state media showing mass casualties at Tehran's morgue. U.S. President Donald Trump notes Iranian officials’ attempts to negotiate after threatening m...
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