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US and Iran exchange missile strikes (Video)
Tehran has targeted US military assets after what the Pentagon claimed were “self-defense strikes” on an Iranian island. Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has said...
‘You’re f***ing crazy!’ Trump yelled at Netanyahu for derailing Iran talks – Axios
Tehran has warned it could resume direct confrontation if Israel continues its campaign in Lebanon. US President Donald Trump has lashed out at Israeli Prime...
Iran halts talks with US
Tehran has also reportedly ordered the Strait of Hormuz to be blocked over the ongoing Israeli offensive in Lebanon. Iran has halted negotiations with the...
Iran retaliates after US strikes
Tehran says it targeted a American-linked air base in the region after Washington hit sites in southern Iran following a drone incident. The Iranian Islamic...
US fighter jet fired missile at Iranian-bound cargo ship – CENTCOM
US forces disabled a vessel attempting to breach the blockade near the Strait of Hormuz, Central Command said. A US aircraft fired a missile at...
US servicemen injured in Iranian strike on Kuwaiti base
The incoming missile was reportedly intercepted, but debris destroyed an MQ-9 Reaper drone and seriously damaged another. Around five US servicemen and contractors suffered minor...
Deal still elusive in US-Iran talks
The United States and Iran remain at odds over several key issues despite reports that a framework agreement to extend their ceasefire and begin...
Iran accuses US of ‘gross violation’ of ceasefire with new air strikes
Iran has condemned fresh American air strikes in the country’s south as a “gross violation” of the ceasefire agreement, warning the attacks threaten already...
West planning to use former ISIS militants against Iran – FSB chief
The jihadists are being moved from prisons in Syria to special camps in neighbouring Iraq, Aleksandr Bortnikov has said. Western spy agencies are intending to...
Iranian enriched uranium stockpile to be ‘destroyed’ – Trump
High-stakes negotiations aimed at easing Middle East tensions are underway in Qatar. US President Donald Trump has outlined his preferred options for disposing of Iran’s...
US jets attack Iranian naval vessels
The strikes reportedly occurred in the narrowest section of the Strait of Hormuz. US fighter jets have struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) speedboats as...
Trump slams ‘losers’ criticising Iran deal
The US president has instructed negotiators “not to rush,” saying critics “know nothing about” the ongoing talks. US President Donald Trump has lashed out at...
Iran moves World Cup base to Mexico amid security and visa concerns
Iran’s football federation says FIFA has approved relocating the national team’s World Cup training base from Arizona in the United States to Tijuana, Mexico,...
US officials detail possible Iran deal
Tehran has said the sides were moving closer to a “convergence of views,” but expressed concerns about a U-turn by Washington. The US and Iran...
Trump announces Iran deal ‘finalization’
The US president says a peace agreement has been “largely negotiated,” with the “final aspects” still under discussion. US President Donald Trump has said that...
Trump skips son’s wedding amid reported Iran strike preparations
The US president said he must remain at the White House due to “circumstances pertaining to Government”. US President Donald Trump has abruptly cancelled plans...
Trump delays ‘very major attack’ on Iran for 2–3 days
The US Department of War remains on standby for a full-scale assault unless Tehran accepts a deal on Washington’s terms. US President Donald Trump has...
‘Clock is ticking’ for Iran – Trump
“There won’t be anything left” of the country if it doesn’t agree to American demands, the US president has threatened. US President Donald Trump has...
UAE reports drone strike on nuclear power plant
The Gulf monarchy condemned the “terrorist attack” amid tensions with Iran. The UAE said an unidentified drone struck the territory of its only nuclear power...
Trump warns Iran ‘time is of the essence’ as peace talks stall
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran as negotiations aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East appear to...
US and Israel preparing to renew attack on Iran next week – NYT
While Tehran has said it does not trust Washington, it maintains the standoff cannot be resolved through military means. The US and Israel are actively...
Xi promised not to send military equipment to Iran – Trump
The US president has said China would like to see the Strait of Hormuz reopened. US President Donald Trump has said Chinese President Xi Jinping...
US seeking to convince China to pressure Iran – Rubio
Washington hopes Beijing will help unblock the Strait of Hormuz, the secretary of state has said. The US plans to persuade China to pressure Iran...
Netanyahu reveals secret UAE visit
The revelation deepens what is known about the Emirates’ involvement in the war on Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to...
Iran’s response to US peace terms ‘totally unacceptable’ – Trump
Tehran has delivered its counterproposal to Washington’s conditions for ending the war via Pakistani mediators. US President Donald Trump has called Iran’s response to Washington’s...
Iran responds to US war proposal
Iran says it has formally responded to a US proposal aimed at ending the conflict triggered by American and Israeli strikes earlier this year,...
World oil reserves drain at record pace
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are pushing global inventories toward operational ‘stress’ and ‘floor’ levels, the outlet has reported. Global oil inventories are shrinking...
When the world’s most powerful country has no war plan
Washington’s rhetoric and mixed signals are turning the Iran conflict into a wider test of US power – and of global trust in American...
Iran demands guarantees ahead of World Cup
Iran has confirmed it still intends to compete at the upcoming FIFA World Cup but is seeking a series of assurances from FIFA and...
Washington ignored intel warnings on Iran – Trump’s ex-counterterror chief
The US has been dragged into war by Israel despite CIA assessments that Tehran was not building a bomb, Joe Kent has said. Washington joined...
Trump promises ‘one big glow’ in Iran if ceasefire collapses
Washington and Tehran have exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing each other of “unprovoked” violations. The US military has launched a wave of...
US launches new strikes on Iran
Tehran has accused Washington of violating the ceasefire and retaliated against US military vessels. The US military has launched a wave of strikes on Iranian...
Oil trader pockets reported USD $125m on suspiciously well-timed Iran bet
The alleged trade came shortly before reported progress toward US-Iran deal to end the war, raising suspicions of insider information. A massive crude oil bet...
Trump pulled plug on ‘Project Freedom’ after Saudi snub – NBC
Riyadh reportedly blocked key military assets after Trump announced the Strait of Hormuz operation without coordination. Saudi Arabia reportedly refused to allow the US military...
US attacks Iranian tanker after Trump’s ultimatum
The US president has threatened to resume bombings at much higher intensity unless Tehran agrees to a deal. The US military has fired on and...
Trump pauses US military escorts in Hormuz
The US president has abruptly put ‘Project Freedom’ on hold after just two days. US President Donald Trump has temporarily paused a military operation to...
Global oil shortages to hit within weeks – Chevron CEO
Concerns over availability will soon replace fears about price, according to Mike Wirth. Physical oil shortages could begin to emerge worldwide within weeks due to...
Iran hits US Navy ship with missile strike – media
Tehran previously warned Washington to stay out of the Strait of Hormuz. A US Navy patrol boat has been hit by two Iranian missiles not...
Iranian strike causes ‘major fire’ at petroleum facility – UAE
Three Indian nationals have been injured in the attack, according to the authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah. At least three Indian nationals have been...
Trump rejects Iranian peace offer
The US president says Tehran’s proposed path to de-escalation is not acceptable. US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian counterproposal to a peace plan...