Iran-US peace talks overshadowed by closure of strait JD Vance has arrived in Switzerland for peace talks with Iran, days after the signing of a memorandum of understanding establishing a 60-day ceasefire. AAP · Jun 20
What lessons will Iran’s new leadership draw from the 110-day war? Now fighting is over, the question is how Iran’s government will behave. Early clues point to more authoritarianism and prioritising relations with China The Guardian - UK · Jun 20
Iranian Guards' business empire to win big if US sanctions lifted A potential deal to end the war between Washington and Tehran presents a paradox: sanctions relief could significantly empower Iran's Revolutionary Guards, a group designated as terrorist by the US and its allies. These elite forces have built a vast commercial empire and are poised to benefit immensely from renewed… The Economic Times · Jun 20
How Iran used secret Iraqi cells to strike Gulf states and evade US detection Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) quietly established a network of secret cells inside Iraq to launch drone attacks on Gulf states hosting American forces, according to a Reuters investigation that sheds new light on Tehran's evolving regional strategy. The Times of India · Jun 19
Iran's Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has formed new secret groups in Iraq. These cells are carrying out drone attacks on Gulf nations like Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This tactic bypasses established militia networks. The move aims to maintain Iran's regional influence amid depleted resources. These actions pose a challenge… The Economic Times · Jun 19
'All US blockade enforcement efforts have ceased': Centcom lifts blockade on ships to, from Iranian ports Big news out of the Middle East! The US has officially lifted its blockade on ships going to and from Iranian ports. Central Command confirmed this major development, signaling a significant shift in maritime operations and potentially easing tensions in the region. This move could have wide-ranging implications for international… The Economic Times · Jun 18
From regime change to regime deal? How Tehran's political camps are reacting to leaked US-Iran deal Iran's hardliners have framed the framework deal as a victory, even as Trump dismissed reports of a $300bn reconstruction fund and warned he would resume strikes if Tehran did not comply. Euronews · Jun 17
World Cup 2026: Visa expired after just one game for Iran Footballer Mehdi Torabi who is linked to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-IRGC, attended pro-government rallies in Tehran after US-Israel strikes Iran national team are commuting from their tournament base in the Mexican border city of Tijuana for their three World Cup group-stage matches, the first two in Los Angeles and the third in Seattle. The Economic Times · Jun 16
Trump Claims He Is in the Final Throes of a Regional Peace Deal, Then Strikes Iran Over a Downed Helicopter In response, the IRGC launched strikes on U.S. bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The Mary Sue · Jun 16
No victors, only losers: How Iran war left every side worse off In war, there are usually winners. Someone gains territory, influence, or deterrence. The Iran war has produced none of that. After months of fighting, thousands of casualties, soaring energy prices, and one of the largest American military deployments in the Middle East in decades, it is difficult to identify a… The Times of India · Jun 16
Iran World Cup clash sees protest against killing of schoolchildren by US strike IRANIAN football fans have staged a protest against US strikes on the country which have killed hundreds of civilians. The National (Scotland) · Jun 16
Why is Instagram Down Today? What We Know So Far A global outage affected Facebook and Instagram, leaving users locked out and frustrated. The disruption coincides with geopolitical tensions involving Iran's threats against US tech companies. International Business Times UK · Jun 12
Missile barrage across Gulf puts region on edge; hopes of an Iran-US deal fade as both sides trade fire: 10 things to know Tensions surge as the US and Iran exchange fresh military strikes. Iran targeted US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The US responded with strikes inside Iran. Regional nations condemned Iran's actions. Fears of a wider war across West Asia intensify. The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint. Diplomatic efforts… The Times of India · Jun 11
We Got This Covered · Jun 11 Iran says it launched drone and missile attacks on US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan in retaliation for US strikes Missiles started flying.
The Times of India · Jun 10 Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after fresh US strikes; IRGC clashes with American forces, says report Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after the United States launched a new wave of strikes on targets inside the country. Iran's top joint military command said the strategically important waterway was closed to all traffic, including oil tankers and commercial vessels, and warned that…
The Economic Times · Jun 10 Jordanian military intercepts 5 Iranian missiles amid sharp US-Tehran escalation in Gulf Jordan's air defence systems intercepted multiple projectiles launched from Iran. Iran claimed to have destroyed hangars housing F-35 jets and targeted US bases in Jordan. Further explosions were reported in Kuwait and Bahrain. Iran stated its naval forces attacked the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.
The Times of India · Jun 10 Watch: Explosion seen at US 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain as Iran retaliates Iran's IRGC claimed a drone attack on the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain, alleging it was retaliation for recent US airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure. The IRGC stated the operation targeted the base in Manama after US strikes damaged civilian facilities in Jask, Sirik, and Qeshm, warning of stronger…
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Criminals backed by Iran and Russian-state proxies to face 14 years in jail under tough new powers MI5 has tracked 20 potentially lethal Iranian-backed plots in the past year alone
The Independent UK · Jun 9 Iran-US war latest: Iran attacks US bases across three Gulf allies after Trump renews strikes on Tehran US military says nearly all drones fired towards Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain have been intercepted
Euronews · Jun 8 IRGC threatens regional energy assets as Iran trades strikes with Israel An IRGC source warned that any further attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure would trigger strikes on energy assets in the broader region, after Israel struck Iran's Karun petrochemical plant in Khuzestan and the IRGC responded within the hour by hitting facilities in Haifa.
Pedestrian.tv · Jun 8 Missiles, Airstrikes And A Shaky Ceasefire: What’s Going On With Iran And Israel Now Iran has fired missiles at Israel and Israel has hit targets inside Iran after a deadly strike in Beirut. Here’s how the escalation unfolded.
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Iran-US war latest: Trump insists Israel will not resume war after ‘on your own’ warning to Netanyahu US president said of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu: ‘If I tell him to do something, he does it’
International Business Times UK · Jun 7 'We Are Upset': Iran National Team Hits Back at US Visa Delays After Staff Denied Entry Before World Cup 2026 Iran condemns US visa refusals for key staff ahead of the 2026 World Cup, even as all 26 players were cleared to enter and the team moved its base to Tijuana.
Reason · Jun 7 Keep the Blockade of Iran in Place The government of Iran is likely to experience real regime change, and to surrender unconditionally in two to four months.