The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Gulf expat reactions to Iran war show us how countries like UAE instil loyalty in western migrants

When the US and Israel launched their strikes on Iran on February 28 and Iran retaliated by targeting the Gulf Arab states, I was closely monitoring social media accounts from the region. I research Middle East politics, with a focus on the Gulf, and the social media platforms I use…

The Conversation · Jun 3

Netanayahu’s been ‘a great partner’, says Trump – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK · Jun 3

S&P Futures Muted as Fresh U.S.-Iran Hostilities Lift Oil and Bond Yields, ADP Jobs Report and Broadcom Earnings on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.05% this morning as oil prices and bond yields climbed after the U.S. and Iran exchanged heavy fire in the Persian Gulf.

Barchart · Jun 3

FIFA 2026: Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on Saturday

FIFA 2026: Iran's football team is set for its final World Cup warm-up match in Turkey. The squad will then depart for their tournament base in Mexico. Their participation in the World Cup has been a concern due to recent events. The team will play their matches in Mexico and…

The Economic Times · Jun 3

Far-right praise for shah’s secret police puts Reza Pahlavi on the spot

Son of deposed shah forced to distance himself from the once-dreaded Savak as some of his supporters glorify it

The Guardian - US · Jun 3

Drone race: How Ukraine's defence tech redefined Russia's war

In its most recent attacks against Ukraine, Russia hit the cities with dozens of ballistic missiles, knowing very well that this is one of the very few weapons Ukraine remains vulnerable to. As for the drones — this is where Kyiv mastered both defensive and offensive know-how.

Euronews · Jun 3

Fire burns in Kuwait after Iran launches drone and missile attack

Iran carried out a drone strike on a passenger terminal at Kuwait International Airport early Wednesday (3 June), wounding several people and forcing the suspension of air traffic, Kuwait's state news agency reported.

The Independent UK · Jun 3

Iranian drone attack causes heavy damage to Kuwait airport as US and Iran trade strikes

Kuwait suspended commercial flights after drones heavily damaged its international airport, hours after Iran fired missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain and the US struck an Iranian military facility on Qeshm Island. Iran's IRGC said it had targeted the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.

Euronews · Jun 3

Hostilities flare in Iran war with talks at a stalemate

An Iranian drone attack has closed Kuwait's airport and the US has launched strikes near the Strait of Hormuz as talks to end the war remain at an impasse.

AAP · Jun 3

Hostilities flare in Iran war, oil jumps with talks at a stalemate

CAIRO/WASHINGTON - Gulf hostilities flared again on ​Wednesday, with an Iranian missile attack damaging Kuwait's airport and the U.S. military carrying out strikes near ‌the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomacy between Washington and Tehran showed little progress.

Bangkok Post · Jun 3