The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Putin’s ‘hidden hands’ may be behind Iran tactics – John Healey

John Healey visited the Northwood military headquarters in Hertfordshire.

Evening Standard · Mar 12

California governor says no imminent threat despite warning about possible Iran drone attack

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says there's no imminent threat to the state from Iran

The Independent UK · Mar 12

Keir Starmer ‘working to de-escalate the war’ as Iran vows to avenge its dead

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has also threatened to continue blocking the Strait of Hormuz, driving up oil prices.

Evening Standard · Mar 12

'Strait of Hormuz will stay closed to pressure enemies', says Khamenei amid global fuel crisis

Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed that Iran would continue fighting to avenge those killed in the conflict, including victims of attacks on civilian sites such as schools. Tehran, he said, would “obtain compensation” from its enemy in an apparent reference to the United States. If Washington refuses, Iran will…

The Times of India · Mar 12

The islands off Iran's southern coast are key to its economy and security. What to know about them

A top Iranian official is warning that attacks on the Persian Gulf islands that form Iran’s southern maritime frontier would provoke a new level of retaliation

The Independent UK · Mar 12

Iran Guard Vows to Target Banks, Economic Centres in War Risking Global Economy

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a warning that could have far-reaching effects on the global economy, as tensions rise in the Middle East.

International Business Times UK · Mar 12

Iran's new supreme leader vows revenge on U.S., Israel

He said Iran is looking at opening new fronts "where the enemy has little experience and is highly vulnerable."

Axios · Mar 12

We will support action against Iran for as long as it takes, says minister

Defence procurement minister Luke Pollard said the UK had made a “long-standing” commitment to protect its resources and allies in the region.

Evening Standard · Mar 12

Iran War Triggers 400M Barrel Oil Release as Europe Fears Ukraine-Style Inflation

Europe is racing to prevent a new inflation shock after the Iran conflict rattled energy markets, with a historic 400-million-barrel oil release aimed at stabilising prices.

International Business Times UK · Mar 12

Analyst Warns Iran Will Never Surrender But May Pursue Nuclear Weapons Against US and Israel

A Middle East analyst warns Iran will not surrender in the current conflict, raising the risk it may pursue nuclear weapons as a deterrent against the US and Israel.

International Business Times UK · Mar 12