The Latest Breaking News from Iran

'Occasional disagreements' with Trump on Iran, says Netanyahu; opposes proposed US F-35 sale to Turkey

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his apprehension over the possible transfer of F-35 jets to Turkey. He noted a divergence with President Trump concerning the approach to Iran. Netanyahu cautioned that such a move could upset the equilibrium in the Middle East, characterizing Turkey's leadership as antagonistic and not…

The Times of India · Jul 7

Third tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours as Qatar blames Iran, raising fears over global energy route

Commercial tankers faced escalating attacks in the Strait of Hormuz recently. Qatar blamed Iran for an unacceptable assault on its liquefied natural gas vessel. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported three tanker incidents within 24 hours. These attacks threaten regional stability and global energy security significantly. Diplomatic efforts continue…

The Times of India · Jul 7

Trump administration shared Iranian asylum seekers' confidential data with Tehran, lawsuit alleges

A lawsuit alleges the Trump administration shared confidential Iranian asylum seeker data with Tehran. US immigration authorities allegedly disclosed sensitive details from asylum applications to Iranian officials. This information sharing reportedly occurred while coordinating deportations of Iranian nationals. The Department of Homeland Security denies these allegations, stating compliance with US…

The Times of India · Jul 7

What Is Mitch McConnell's Health Status? Here's How His Absence Let Democrats Force US Troop Withdrawal From Iran

Emergency audio describing a possible cardiac arrest at Mitch McConnell's Washington home has intensified scrutiny of the 84-year-old senator's health and his unexplained absence from the Senate.

International Business Times UK · Jul 7

LNG tanker at risk of exploding after two vessels struck near Strait of Hormuz

The Al Rekayyat, loaded with liquefied natural gas, sent out ​distress signals seeking assistance after it was hit on its port side, one of the sources said. Another source briefed on the matter said the vessel was at risk of exploding due to a fire in its engine room. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

Trump administration gave Tehran details on Iranian asylum seekers, lawsuit alleges

‘Despite the U.S.’s ongoing war with Iran, the administration seems more committed to mass deportation than protecting human lives,’ said an attorney at Public Citizen Litigation Group

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Shahrnush Parsipur, Iranian author of Women Without Men, dies at 80

The revered writer and political exile’s publisher says her ‘legacy in literary history can’t be compared to anyone else’s’

The Guardian - UK · Jul 7

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Considering Move To Reduce Its Reliance On Hormuz Strait As Iran Seeks To Tighten Its Grip

Saudi Arabia is reportedly considering expanding its pipeline to the Red Sea to reduce its reliance on the Hormuz Strait.

International Business Times · Jul 7

Oil Climbs As New Iranian Attack In Hormuz Strait Could Throw Wrench In Washington-Tehran Talks

Oil prices are climbing in Tuesday after Iran struck two vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times · Jul 7

US President Donald Trump arrives in Turkey to attend NATO summit

The two-day gathering in Ankara comes a year after NATO members pledged to ramp up security-related spending to 5% of GDP under pressure from the US leader. Yet, the US President has lashed out at European allies over Iran.

Euronews · Jul 7