In a shocking admission, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has revealed that Tel Aviv actively tried to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the recent war — but was unable to find a viable opportunity. The comments, made during a televised interview, have drawn global attention and escalated tensions following the fragile ceasefire …
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Iran Rejects US Nuclear Talks, Downplays Impact of American Strikes
Iran has firmly denied any plans to resume nuclear talks with the United States, days after the end of a 12-day war with Israel that significantly strained regional stability. Speaking on state television Thursday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed reports that Tehran would return to the table, calling them baseless. “I would like to …
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American Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Engine Smoke
An emergency landing was carried out by an American Airlines Airbus A321 on Wednesday after smoke was seen coming from its left engine shortly after takeoff from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas. The aircraft, operating as Flight 1665 to Charlotte, carried 153 passengers and six crew members. The pilot turned back minutes after …
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CIA Claims Iran’s Nuclear Program Severely Damaged by US Strikes
The CIA now believes key Iranian nuclear facilities have been significantly damaged following recent US airstrikes, with reconstruction expected to take years. CIA Director John Ratcliffe cited “new intelligence from a historically reliable source” indicating the destruction of multiple sites critical to Iran’s nuclear program. Conflicting Intelligence Assessments Despite Ratcliffe’s claims, the US intelligence community …
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France Confirms Intercepting Iranian Drones Targeting Israel Before Ceasefire
PARIS – France’s Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu confirmed on Wednesday that the French military intercepted several Iranian drones aimed at Israel in the days leading up to the recently declared ceasefire. Speaking during a parliamentary debate on the Middle East crisis, Lecornu said the French army actively participated in efforts to prevent further escalation. “I …
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Iran Partially Reopens Eastern Airspace After Ceasefire With Israel
TEHRAN – Iran has partially reopened its airspace following a 12-day military escalation with Israel, signaling a tentative return to calm after both sides agreed to a ceasefire. State media reported on Wednesday that the eastern half of the country is now open to international overflights, as well as domestic and international flights that either …
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Trump Confirms US-Iran Nuclear Talks Next Week After Ceasefire
US President Donald Trump has confirmed that nuclear talks with Iran will begin next week. He made this announcement while praising what he called a swift and successful end to the recent Israel-Iran conflict. Trump’s Statement from NATO Summit Speaking at the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump said US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, …
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Iran Suspends IAEA Cooperation as Israeli Strikes Kill 51 in Gaza
Tensions in the Middle East escalated further as Iran nuclear standoff deepened and deadly violence resumed in Gaza. On Tuesday, Iran’s parliament passed a bill to suspend cooperation with the UN’s International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The move still awaits approval from Iran’s national security council. Ceasefire Faces New Strains US President Donald Trump, who …
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Massive Funeral Held in Iran’s Yazd for Soldiers Killed in Israeli Strike
A large crowd gathered in the city of Yazd, Iran, on Wednesday for the funeral procession of six Iranian soldiers reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike earlier this week. Videos shared by Tasnim news agency on X showed hundreds of mourners, including local religious scholars and military officials, taking part in the somber procession. The …
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World Bank Approves $250 Million for Lebanon to Rebuild War-Ravaged Infrastructure
The World Bank has approved $250 million in emergency financing for Lebanon to help the country rebuild critical infrastructure and manage the overwhelming volume of rubble left behind after the devastating 2023–2024 war between Hezbollah and Israel. The funding marks the first phase of the Lebanon Emergency Assistance Project (LEAP), a broader $1 billion recovery …
Iran’s Parliament Votes to Suspend Cooperation with UN Nuclear Watchdog
In a significant development amid mounting tensions with the West, Iran’s parliament has passed a bill to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The move was first reported by Iran’s semi-official Nournews and later confirmed by parliamentary spokesman Alireza Salimi. According to Salimi, the legislation will bar IAEA …
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US Says Iran ‘Much Further Away’ From Nuclear Weapon After Strikes
US Senator Marco Rubio has claimed that recent American airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites caused “very significant, substantial” damage, pushing Iran much further away from acquiring a nuclear weapon. In an interview with Politico, Rubio praised the Biden administration’s action, describing it as a decisive move that delivered a severe blow to Tehran’s nuclear …
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Trump-Brokered Ceasefire Pauses Israel-Iran Clashes
The ongoing Middle East truce between Israel and Iran began to take effect Tuesday under strong diplomatic pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. The ceasefire follows 12 intense days of aerial bombardments, which raised fears of a wider regional war and global oil disruptions. Trump Urges Restraint Trump publicly criticized both sides for violating the …
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Israel-Iran Conflict Grounds Flights and Strands Travelers
The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict has triggered severe air travel disruption across the Middle East, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and airlines rerouting or canceling flights amid rising security concerns. Flight Chaos Hits Gulf Hubs Qatar’s Hamad International Airport, one of the world’s busiest hubs, temporarily suspended operations on Monday as Iran launched missile strikes at …
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Israel and Iran Agree to Ceasefire After Intense Missile Barrage
After nearly two weeks of relentless strikes, the Israel-Iran ceasefire has come into effect, offering a glimmer of hope for de-escalation in the Middle East. Both sides confirmed the truce early Tuesday, following a last-minute missile barrage from Iran. Ceasefire Confirmed by Leaders Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel had accepted a ceasefire …
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Iran Targets Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
A major escalation unfolded on Monday as Iran launched a missile strike on Al Udeid Air Base, home to US troops in Qatar, triggering alarms across the Gulf. This move, claimed by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), marks a critical moment in the ongoing confrontation following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Iran Confirms …
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U.S. Warns China Over Potential Hormuz Blockade by Iran
The United States has urged China to stop Iran from closing the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route. The warning follows U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, which raised fears of retaliation from Tehran and a potential global energy crisis. Call for Diplomatic Pressure U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on China …
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Iran-Israel Missile Clash Escalates After US Bombing of Nuclear Sites
Missile retaliation between Iran and Israel intensified the growing regional crisis after the US bombed key Iranian nuclear facilities. On Sunday, Iran fired two volleys of 27 missiles each at Israel, targeting military and infrastructure sites in what it called a direct response to US aggression. Missiles Rain Down on Israeli Cities Air raid sirens …
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Tehran Warns of Retaliation After US Bombs Key Nuclear Sites
Iran has vowed to defend itself with “all force” following devastating US airstrikes on its nuclear facilities, further escalating the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East. Tehran described the strikes as an unlawful act of aggression and urged the UN Security Council to intervene immediately. Iran Denounces Strikes as Violation of International Law The Iranian …
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Oman, Qatar, and Iraq Warn of Escalation and Legal Violations
In the aftermath of the US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, key regional mediator Oman strongly condemned Washington’s actions. The Sultanate, which recently hosted back-channel talks between Iran and the US over nuclear issues, described the strikes as a “flagrant violation” of international law and the UN Charter. According to the official Oman News Agency, …
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US Attacks Iran’s Fordow Site with Six Bunker Buster Bombs: Report
In a dramatic escalation of military tensions, the United States has reportedly struck Iran’s deeply buried Fordow nuclear facility with six massive bunker buster bombs. According to Fox News host Sean Hannity, who claimed to have spoken directly with former President Donald Trump shortly after the attack, the bombs were dropped by US Air Force …
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Saudi FM Condemns Israeli Strikes on Iran, Reaffirms Support for Palestine
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan used the OIC meeting platform in Istanbul to deliver a firm message. He strongly condemned Israel’s airstrikes on Iran and reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s enduring support for Palestine. His remarks came during the opening session of the 51st Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) …
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OIC Foreign Ministers Condemn Israeli Attacks, Push for Unity
In a strong show of solidarity, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers united in Istanbul on Saturday to denounce Israeli aggression in both Gaza and Iran. The session called for an immediate ceasefire and urged diplomatic solutions to de-escalate the worsening regional crisis. Call for Peace and Dialogue OIC Chairperson Hissein …
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