The Latest Breaking News from Tehran

Welcome to the mega-war: Mideast and European conflicts merge, sucking in more countries along the way—even ones claiming neutrality

"The Iran and Ukraine wars may be connecting."

Fortune · Aug 1

US Mulls Massive Strikes. Iran Hints At Retaliation Plan

Tehran is also chalking out a retaliation plan after reports emerged that the US and Israel are planning heavy attacks against civilian infrastructure in Iran. Frustration is also growing among US allies in the Middle East with Saudi Arabia conveying that it wanted a de-escalation the Iran war.

International Business Times · Aug 1

'Weaker, stronger, peter out': Mixed messages complicate Trump's Iran exit plan

US President Trump is receiving conflicting advice from two key regional allies on how to handle Iran. Saudi Arabia is urging restraint and de-escalation to prevent a wider regional conflict, while Israel is pressing for a tougher stance against Tehran. Meanwhile, tensions continue to rise, with attacks on commercial shipping…

The Times of India · Aug 1

Days after Trump's dismissal, report claims Russia shared military intelligence with Iran

Days after US President Donald Trump downplayed Russia's alleged support to Iran, saying any assistance from Moscow had been "very unimpactful", a report claiming Russia is providing Tehran with intel to strengthen its military capabilities has surfaced. This comes amid the ongoing conflict with the United States.

The Times of India · Aug 1

Clashes Between The U.S. And Iran Continue Without Progress. Trump Says He's 'Losing Faith' In Tehran

President Donald Trump said he is "losing faith" about the possibility of reaching a deal with Iran.

International Business Times · Jul 31

Why did Riyadh join US strikes on Tehran's allies in Iraq?

Saudi Arabia joined the United States for the first time in launching air strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in the kingdom's regional posture after months of restraint. While Riyadh insists it was acting in self-defence, the operation raises questions about whether the kingdom…

France 24 · Jul 31

Trump-Iran latest: US president warns of fresh strikes as Kuwait intercepts missiles from Tehran

Iran’s military accused the US of ‘moving down the path of escalating tensions’

The Independent UK · Jul 31

Oil Price Today (July 31): Crude oil extends fall to $88. What’s behind the decline amid Iran war?

Saudi Arabia is seeking to spearhead a coalition to enhance defense cooperation in the Bab El-Mandeb Strait, the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The Saudi defense ministry said 14 countries, including Turkey, Pakistan, Egypt, Sudan and Djibouti, had issued a joint statement backing the proposed maritime security alliance.

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Iran claims to destroy drone hangars, fuel depot at US base in Kuwait

US Iran war: IRGC reported destroying US drone hangars and a fuel facility in Kuwait. The IRGC also claimed a missile strike on Jordan's al-Azraq airbase. US Central Command denied damage to any American aircraft in these incidents. They also refuted claims about a commercial oil tanker violating a US…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Mediator Pakistan says US-Iran talks ongoing as foes trade attacks

TEHRAN - Mediator Pakistan insisted Thursday that negotiations between Iran and the United States were ongoing, even as Washington carried out a "heavy wave of strikes" on its foe in retaliation for fresh attacks targeting Jordan.

Bangkok Post · Jul 30