Iran test fires missiles during war games in show of strength before US nuclear talks US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are representing the Trump administration at talks in Geneva The Independent UK · Feb 17
Iran's foreign minister sees 'window of opportunity' after fresh nuclear talks with US The second round of indirect talks came amid fears of escalation after Iran said it temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz for live fire drills, and as the United States bolstered its military presence in the Middle East. Euronews · Feb 17
Tehran's top diplomat goes to Geneva for nuclear talks amid IRGC's Hormuz war games Iran and the US resume Geneva nuclear talks amid disputes over missiles and proxies, as Iran conducts IRGC war games in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Euronews · Feb 16
How Iran’s current unrest can be traced back to the 1979 revolution The recent unrest in Iran, with the third mass protests in the past six years, has left the theocratic regime wounded but not out. The Conversation · Feb 12
Iran summons EU ambassadors to protest designation of IRGC as terror group Tehran summoned EU ambassadors to protest the bloc's decision to classify Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) as a terror group. Euronews · Feb 2
Newsletter: Russia not negotiating in good will, Polish minister says Also in this newsletter: Séjourné calls for 'European preference' and Weber says EU needs a plan for its 'mutual assistance clause.' Euronews · Feb 2
'This time, it will be a regional war': Khamenei warns US' Middle East allies; slams Trump's 'rhetoric' Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday warned the United States’ Middle East allies that any potential US attack on the Islamic Republic would trigger a regional war, amid heightened tensions between the two countries following deadly domestic protests in Iran. The Times of India · Feb 1
Iran on edge: Explosions, diplomacy and Trump’s next move Despite multiple suspicious explosions in Iran, no major military strike occurred early Sunday. Amid ongoing diplomacy and rumors, such as possible uranium transfers to Turkey, and a massive US naval presence, the only thing clear is, that it remains uncertain what action Trump will actually take. Euronews · Feb 1
After EU decision: Iran says it now considers all EU militaries as terrorist groups Tehran is reacting to the latest EU decision with a symbolic counter-measure, thereby intensifying the political escalation between Iran and Europe. Euronews · Feb 1
Iran declares European armies 'terrorist groups' in tit-for-tat move Iran on Sunday declared European countries' armies "terrorist groups", following the EU's decision to apply the same designation to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Western governments have accused the Guards of carrying out a crackdown on a recent protest movement that left thousands dead. Radio France Internationale · Feb 1
Explosions reported in Iran, Israel denies involvement A powerful explosion rocked the southern Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas earlier today. Reports are coming in of more explosions. Euronews · Jan 31
Starmer signals support for Trump’s aggressive approach towards Iran Prime minister says ensuring that Iran does not develop a nuclear programme is a ‘number one priority’ The Guardian - UK · Jan 30
Trump-Iran latest: Iranian president backs nuclear talks – but only if they are ‘free from threats’ First meeting between US and Iran envoys since Tehran's 12-day war with Israel expected on Friday The Independent UK · Jan 30
EU designates Iran's military a terrorist outfit; Tehran calls move 'spite-driven' The European Union has designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization, citing its role in killing thousands of its own citizens. This move, supported by previously hesitant member states like France and Italy, follows a brutal crackdown on nationwide protests. Iran's military condemned the EU's decision as… The Times of India · Jan 29
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 EU designates Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organisation ‘Any organisation that kills thousands of its own people is working toward its own demise,’ says Kaja Kallas
Euronews · Jan 29 EU agrees to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist group The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran will be added to the European Union's terrorism blacklist, foreign affairs ministers decided on Thursday.
The Times of India · Jan 29 The Khamenei question: Can Trump’s ‘beautiful armada’ take out Iran's Supreme Leader? US President Trump is escalating pressure on Iran with a significant naval deployment and threats of severe retaliation for any attacks. He's considering targeted strikes, even on top leadership, aiming for a regime change similar to Venezuela. Iran warns of a powerful response, while regional allies express deep concern over…
The Independent UK · Jan 29 No 10 welcomes EU move to label Iran’s Revolutionary Guards terrorists – but won’t say if UK will do the same The EU agreed to include Iran’s IRGC on its list of terrorist organisations on Thursday
The Times of India · Jan 29 Should Iran Guards be on 'terrorist list'? EU to decide as toll crosses 6,000 The EU is poised to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard a terrorist group, aligning it with entities like al-Qaeda. This move follows international outcry over Tehran's violent crackdown on protests, which activists claim has killed thousands. The decision, requiring unanimous member state backing, signifies a strong condemnation and could impose further…
The Independent UK · Jan 29 Trump-Iran latest: US president says ‘very big, powerful ships sailing to Iran’ as he signals talks Iran condemns EU decision to list Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organisation
Euronews · Jan 28 France and Spain signal support to list Iran's Revolutionary Guard as terrorist group Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps could soon be designated as a terrorist organisation in the European Union after France and Spain, the two key hold-outs, signalled a change of mind.
The Times of India · Jan 28 Ummah or Dollars: Pakistan’s high stakes dilemma amid US-Iran conflict Pakistan faces a perilous tightrope walk as US-Iran tensions escalate. Caught between seeking vital US dollars for its economy and appeasing domestic Islamic sentiment, Islamabad is leveraging its unique diplomatic position. The nation's history of strategic ambiguity and its proximity to Iran present both opportunities and immense risks, potentially drawing…
Euronews · Jan 28 Newsletter: Costa vouches for ‘cooperation over confrontation’ in an ‘uncertain world’ Also in this newsletter: Zelenskyy sets 2027 deadline for Ukraine's EU accession, and how France is emerging as the main holdout in push to blackslist Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
The Times of India · Jan 28 ‘Another beautiful armada floating toward Iran’: Donald Trump hopes Tehran makes a deal amid rising tension US President Trump announced another US "armada" is heading towards Iran, expressing hope for a deal amidst heightened regional tensions. This follows increased US military activity, with Iran issuing sharp warnings against any attacks originating from neighbouring countries. While diplomacy is mentioned, military options remain on the table.
Euronews · Jan 27 France emerges as key holdout in EU talks on blacklisting Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Despite reports of mass casualties in Iran’s crackdown on recent protests, France remains wary of adding the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to the bloc’s terror list, saying the step would achieve little given existing sanctions.