The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Trump news at a glance: Trump creates distance, but no apology, after promoting racist video of Obamas

Democrats outraged and Republicans mostly silent after president shared racist video of former president and first lady

The Guardian - US · Feb 7

Trump says U.S. and Iran had "very good talks"

"Iran looks like it wants to make a deal very badly, but we have to see what that deal is," Trump told reporters.

Axios · Feb 7

France urges Iran-backed groups to show restraint if US-Iran tensions escalate

France's foreign minister is urging Iran-backed groups in the Middle East to show restraint if tensions escalate between Iran and the U.S. He made the remarks in Beirut on Friday after visiting Syria and Iraq

The Independent UK · Feb 6

Iran and US to hold more nuclear talks after indirect negotiations in Oman

Iran and the US held indirect Oman talks on Tehran’s nuclear programme, agreeing to continue negotiations despite ongoing tensions.

Euronews · Feb 6

Trump envoys met directly with Iran foreign minister in Oman

The negotiations were almost called off earlier in the week, but went ahead on Friday.

Axios · Feb 6

Oman talks: Iran-US hold fresh nuclear discussions amid threat of direct conflict — where negotiations stand

Iran's foreign minister described mediated talks with the US in Oman as a "good start" for nuclear discussions, expressing optimism for a positive framework if the current path continues. Both sides agreed to further discussions, with Iran conveying its concerns and interests while the US seeks to address its missile…

The Times of India · Feb 6

US and Iran hold high-stakes nuclear talks in Oman as fears of war continue

Washington moved an ‘armada’ to the region last month in an effort to pressure Tehran into a deal

The Independent UK · Feb 6

Azerbaijan joins Trump-backed peace board in a bid to increase its global profile

The decision to become a founding member of the “Board of Peace” marks Baku’s attempt to translate regional clout into international weight, while navigating sensitive regional dynamics with Iran.

Euronews · Feb 6

First Thing: ICE uses private jet owned by Trump friend to deport Palestinians to West Bank

Luxury plane owned by Florida property tycoon has twice flown Palestinian men from Arizona to Tel Aviv, Guardian investigation shows. Plus, Democratic senator calls for national strike if Trump interferes with midterms

The Guardian - UK · Feb 6

Mass executions in Iran being planned after Trump talks end, lawyers claim

INDEPENDENT PERSIAN: The Islamic Republic has now entered a new phase of systematic repression, reports Amirhossein Miresmaeili, as lawyers warn of an unprecedented scale of repression despite ongoing meetings with the US

The Independent UK · Feb 6