The Latest Breaking News from Tehran

‘Path of deception closed’: Iran vows ‘no limits’ in retaliation if US attacks

Iran has issued a stern warning, promising unlimited retaliation and a decisive conflict if the US attacks or dismisses its demands. Through Qatari mediators, Tehran has proposed seven conditions for a truce to Washington. Officials in Iran stressed that any regional nations supporting the US would be drawn into the…

The Times of India · Sep 20

Iran shuts language centre affiliated with French embassy in Tehran

Iranian authorities announced the closure of a French language center. The center, affiliated with the French embassy, was accused of illegal activities. Judiciary officials stated the center violated diplomatic conventions and abused its status. This action follows recent strains in relations between Iran and France. Two French diplomats were previously…

The Economic Times · Sep 20

Inside Iran’s petrol crisis: How war with the US has taken its toll

INDEPENDENT PERSIAN: Amirhossein Miresmaeili hears from motorists inside Iran about severe fuel shortages and contaminated petrol, seven months into the ongoing conflict with the US

The Independent UK · Sep 20

Contrast in Tehran as unveiled women race marathon alongside regime military display

Tehran split into two worlds: unveiled women ran openly in a city marathon while state forces paraded machine guns nearby. The striking contrast exposes a deeply divided capital, caught between defiance and regime mobilisation amid rising warfare.

Euronews · Sep 19

US "quite likely" to target Chinese firms aiding Iran's money flows: Ex-Trump NSA on Beijing's support to Tehran amid conflict

The United States may impose secondary sanctions on Chinese financial institutions. This action is likely if Beijing continues financial flows to Iran. Former US National Security Advisor HR McMaster stated this possibility. He believes President Trump will discuss this with President Xi Jinping. This potential move follows reports of Chinese…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Watch: Iranian women run Tehran race event without hijab, defying compulsory rules

Iranian women have increasingly appeared in public without headscarves since the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom protests, which erupted after the death of Mahsa "Jina" Amini while in morality police custody. Although uncovered hair has become increasingly common on Iranian streets and in some public spaces, compulsory hijab remains part of…

The Times of India · Sep 19

Iran claims it struck an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz

Iran reports striking an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Hundreds of thousands rallied in Tehran showing strong government support. South Korea considers expanding its naval presence in the Gulf of Aden. Houthi supporters demonstrated in Yemen protesting accusations regarding Mecca. Tensions also flared between Lebanese and Israeli soldiers…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Iranians stage massive rally as Tehran urges citizens to take up arms

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The Independent UK · Sep 18

Watch: Mega rally sees volunteers vow to defend Iran; military might on display

Hundreds of thousands of Iranians rallied in Tehran on Friday in a government-organised show of defiance, with volunteers pledging to undergo military training and defend the country amid the ongoing war and mounting economic pressure.

The Times of India · Sep 18

US grants visas to Iran's Pezeshkian, Araghchi for UNGA amid war with Tehran

The US has approved visas for Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and other members of Tehran’s core delegation to attend next week’s United Nations General Assembly in New York, despite the two countries remaining locked in a war that is entering its seventh month.

The Times of India · Sep 18