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- 1Iranian President Pezeshkian discusses protests and military actions●EXCLUSIVE: Iranian President Pezeshkian on protests, future of military actions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has given an exclusive interview addressing the protest movement inside Iran and the future of the country's military actions. In the conversation, Pezeshkian responds to questions about domestic unrest and Iran's military posture, comments that are drawing wide attention as observers assess whether Tehran may change course on both internal repression and external confrontation.
- 2Iran says fully prepared for war but diplomacy continues▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume but diplomacy not over yet, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is 'fully prepared' for the resumption of war while stressing that diplomatic efforts are not yet over. His remarks, reported by NBC News, signal a dual message of military readiness and openness to negotiation, keeping tension high around Iran's standoff with the West.
- 3Iran says ready for diplomacy but prepared for war with US▼Iran says ready for diplomacy but ‘fully prepared’ for war if US attacks
Iranian officials say the country is open to diplomacy with the United States but is 'fully prepared' for war if the US attacks. The statement, carried by international outlets including Anadolu Agency, underscores Tehran's dual messaging amid heightened tensions. It signals Iran's attempt to keep negotiation on the table while warning of a firm military response to any American strike.
- 4Iran says fully prepared for war to resume if Trump orders strikes▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume if Trump authorizes strikes after midterms
Iran says it is fully prepared for hostilities to resume if US President Donald Trump authorizes new military strikes, with Iranian officials suggesting action could come after the US midterm elections. The statement signals rising tension between Tehran and Washington, with both sides weighing the risk of a renewed conflict in the region.
- 5Iran warns of 'doomsday war' but keeps diplomacy open▼Iran ready for ‘doomsday war’ if US resumes attacks, but open to diplomacy: Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is prepared for a 'doomsday war' if the United States resumes military attacks, while stressing that Tehran remains open to diplomatic negotiations. The statement underscores Iran's dual posture of military deterrence and willingness to talk as tensions with Washington persist.
- 6Iran says ready to renew war with US but open to diplomacy▼Iran says it's ready to restart war with U.S., but diplomacy an option
Iranian officials say the country is prepared to resume hostilities with the United States if necessary, while leaving the door open to renewed diplomatic negotiations. The statement underscores Tehran's dual-track posture following this year's confrontation, pairing military warnings with signals that talks remain possible. Observers are watching whether Washington and Tehran will re-engage in negotiations or drift back toward escalation.
- 7Iran says fully prepared for war but still pursuing diplomacy▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume with US but still pursuing diplomacy: Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is fully prepared for war with the United States to resume, while insisting Tehran continues to pursue diplomacy. The statement, reported by regional media, underlines the twin track of Iran's posture amid ongoing tensions with Washington over its nuclear programme and regional standoff.
- 8Iran's Pezeshkian: Diplomacy Can Reopen Strait of Hormuz▼Hormuz Crisis: Iran President Pezeshkian Says Diplomacy, Not Force, Can Reopen Strait
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the Strait of Hormuz can be reopened through diplomacy rather than military force, amid the ongoing crisis over the strategic waterway. The channel carries a large share of the world's oil, so any closure or reopening has global energy and shipping implications. Commentators are watching whether talks can defuse tensions and restore free passage.
- 9U.K. Investigates Possible Iran Link to Terror Plot at U.S. Base●U.K. Probes Possible Iran Link to Suspected Terror Plot at Base Hosting U.S. Forces https://www.wsj.com/world/u-k-probes
British authorities are investigating a suspected terror plot targeting a U.K. military base that hosts U.S. forces, and are examining whether Iran may have been connected to it. The probe, reported by the Wall Street Journal, is drawing attention amid already heightened tensions between Western governments and Tehran. Details about suspects and the alleged plot have not been disclosed.
- 10Iran's strikes challenge core US military assumption▼Opinion | Iran destroys a fundamental U.S. military assumption
A Washington Post opinion column argues that Iran's military actions have shattered a fundamental assumption underpinning United States military strategy. The piece contends that long-held American beliefs about deterrence and regional dominance no longer hold in the face of Iranian capabilities. The argument feeds a wider debate over whether US defense planning remains suited to current threats in the Middle East.
- 11Counter-terror police probe Iran link to RAF base bomb plot▼Counter-terror police investigate Iran link to suspected RAF base bomb plot
Counter-terrorism police are investigating a suspected plot to bomb an RAF base in the UK, and are examining a possible link to Iran. Details about those suspected and the base targeted remain limited, with the Telegraph reporting that officers are pursuing the Iranian connection as part of the inquiry. The case is likely to raise questions about Iranian activity in Britain and the security of military installations.
- 12Iran Files Formal UN Complaint Over Trump's Military Threats▼Iran Files Formal UN Complaint Over Trump’s Military Threats
Iran has submitted a formal complaint to the United Nations over what it calls military threats from Donald Trump. The move escalates tensions between Tehran and Washington, with Iranian officials arguing the statements violate international law and the UN Charter. It comes amid already strained relations over Iran's nuclear program and regional conflicts.
- 13Police probe suspected Iran link to RAF Fairford bomb plot●RAF Fairford live updates: police investigate Iran link to suspected bomb plot https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live/
Counter-terror police are investigating a suspected bomb plot connected to RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, with officers examining a possible Iranian link. The Guardian is running live updates as the investigation develops, and the case is drawing attention given the airbase's role in UK-US military operations and rising tensions involving Iran.
- 14Oil prices jump 4% as Trump rejects Iran's Hormuz proposal●"Oil prices jump over 4% as Trump rejects Iranian proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz" # Taco # Nacho # News # Politics
Oil prices climbed more than 4% after Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the critical shipping chokepoint for global crude supplies. The move signals continued escalation between Washington and Tehran, and traders are pricing in heightened risk to energy flows, with markets watching closely for further diplomatic or military developments.
- 15Counter-terror police probe Iran link over RAF bomb plot▼Counter-terror police investigate Iran link over suspected bomb plot at RAF base used by US
Counter-terrorism police are investigating a suspected bomb plot at a RAF base in the UK that is also used by US forces, reportedly examining a possible Iranian connection. The story was reported by The Guardian and concerns security at a strategically important military site. Further details about arrests, suspects or the specific base have not yet been made public.
- 16Iran's Araghchi says ready for 'doomsday war' but open to diplomacy▼Iran’s Abbas Araghchi Says Iran Is Ready for Doomsday War, Still Open to Diplomacy: 16 outlets compared
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is prepared for a 'doomsday war' while insisting Tehran remains open to diplomatic negotiations. The remarks, reported across 16 outlets, pair hardline military rhetoric with an offer to keep talking, reflecting Tehran's effort to deter adversaries without fully closing the door on a negotiated settlement.
- 17UK Police Arrest Five Men Near US Air Base●⚡ NEWS UK Arrests Five Terror Suspects Near US Air Base UK police arrested five men and seized suspected explosives near
UK counterterrorism police have arrested five men and seized suspected explosives near a US Air Force base in England. Investigators are working to establish the men's intentions and are examining possible links to Iran, which has denied any involvement. The arrests, carried out by counterterror units, are expected to prompt questions about security around American military sites in Britain.
- 18Iran's rial hits another record low●Iran’s rial hits another record low under economic and military pressure
Iran's currency, the rial, has fallen to another record low against the US dollar, according to Iran International. The collapse comes as the country faces combined pressure from international economic sanctions and military tensions in the region. The sliding rial drives up import costs and deepens hardship for ordinary Iranians, and analysts point to shrinking confidence in the economy as the currency continues to lose value.
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The US military has rejected Iranian claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway through which a large share of the world's oil passes. US officials maintain the strait remains an international passage that American forces are positioned to keep open. The dispute adds to rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, with analysts warning that any closure attempt would have global energy and shipping consequences.
- 20Iran delegate's reaction to Trump's 'annihilate' warning draws attention●See Iran Delegate's Chilling Reaction to Trump’s 'Annihilate' Warning
President Donald Trump warned Iran he could 'annihilate' the country, and footage of an Iranian delegate's reaction during his address at the United Nations has drawn widespread attention. The delegate's grim expression as the threat was delivered is being widely shared and discussed, amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran over nuclear and military issues.
- 21Iran says US must decide whether to end the war▼Iran’s president: It’s up to US to choose if it wants to end war Russian and Iranian foreign ministers agree that only a
Iran's president has declared that the United States holds the decision on whether to end the war, putting the burden squarely on Washington. The statement came as the Russian and Iranian foreign ministers, meeting diplomatically, agreed that only a negotiated settlement could resolve the Middle East tension sparked by the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. The remarks underscore Tehran's positioning ahead of any potential talks and Moscow's alignment with Tehran's call for diplomacy over continued military action.
- 22Five Arrested in UK Terrorism Probe Linked to RAF Base and Iran●⚡ NEWS Five Arrested in UK Terrorism Probe Linked to RAF Base and Potential Iranian Involvement UK counter-terrorism pol
UK counter-terrorism police have arrested five men after explosives consistent with improvised explosive devices were found in three vans near an RAF base used by US forces. The investigation is examining potential Iranian involvement in the plot. The arrests have raised concerns about security at military sites and foreign state links to terrorism on British soil.
- 23RAF base linked to US strikes on Iranian missile sites▼RAF base at centre of counter-terror operation is used by US planes to hit Iranian missile sites
A Royal Air Force base in the UK, reportedly the focus of a counter-terrorism operation, is also being used by American aircraft conducting strikes against Iranian missile sites. The dual role of the base has drawn attention to the extent of US military activity from British soil amid heightened tensions with Iran and ongoing security concerns at home.
- 24Trump says Iran-linked terror suspects plotting UK base attack were under watch▼Trumps says terror suspects in possible Iran-linked plot to attack UK base were being watched
Donald Trump said terror suspects allegedly involved in a possible Iran-linked plot to attack a British military base were already being monitored by authorities before arrests. The claim highlights growing concern over Iranian-backed activity targeting UK installations. Further details about the suspects, the specific base, and the state of any investigation have not yet been confirmed by UK officials.
- 25Trump suggests US and Iran could cooperate on nuclear cleanup▼Trump suggests US, Iran could work together to remove 'nuclear dust'
Donald Trump has suggested the United States and Iran could work together to remove what he called 'nuclear dust' following strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The remark, reported by ABC News, hints at possible American-Iranian cooperation on assessing or cleaning up damage to nuclear sites. It comes amid heightened attention to the state of Iran's nuclear programme after recent US military action.
- 26Iran seizes advanced US military underwater vehicle▼Iran seizes 'advanced US military underwater vehicle'
Iran says it has seized an advanced US military underwater vehicle, according to reports carried by US media. The incident involves an unmanned underwater drone, a type of vessel the US Navy uses for surveillance and mapping in international waters. The seizure adds to a series of provocations and encounters between Iranian forces and the US military in the region, raising tensions amid ongoing disputes over shipping and security in the Gulf.
- 27Police probe Iran link to terror plot against RAF base used by US forces▼Police probe Iran link to terror plot against RAF base shared with U.S. military
Police are investigating a suspected terror plot targeting a Royal Air Force base in the United Kingdom that is also used by the U.S. military, with reports indicating they are examining a possible Iranian connection. Few details about the plot, those suspected, or the specific base have been released so far.
- 28Yemen army says four Iranian drone experts killed in 72-hour offensive▼4 Iranian drone experts killed, 756 operations against Houthi military positions over 72 hours: Yemen army
Yemen's army says four Iranian drone experts have been killed and 756 operations carried out against Houthi military positions over 72 hours. The announcement highlights the intensity of the ongoing campaign against the Houthis and points to a direct Iranian role in their drone programme, claims likely to fuel debate over foreign involvement in Yemen's conflict.
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Iran's IRGC Navy has seized a second US military underwater drone, according to Iranian media reports. The incident marks another escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington in the Persian Gulf region, following a previous seizure of similar American naval equipment. Details about the circumstances of the capture and whether the US has responded remain limited.
- 30Terror suspects arrested over alleged van bomb plot at UK base▼Stripped down terror suspects arrested after ‘planning van bombings’ at UK base used by US bombers — as police eye Iran
British police have arrested terror suspects who reportedly stripped off their clothes during the incident, over an alleged plot to carry out van bombings at a UK air base used by US bombers. Investigators are reportedly examining a possible Iranian connection. The arrests have drawn international attention given the base's role in American military operations and lingering tensions with Iran.
- 31Eight Marines reportedly injured in Iranian strike on vessel●# IranWar ANALYSIS “With the recent NBC News reporting last night that🚨8 Marines were injured during an Iranian strike o
NBC News reported that eight US Marines were injured during an Iranian strike on a vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Commentators seized on the report, arguing it signals an escalation beyond a previous 'tanker for tanker' tit-for-tat exchange framework, with one analysis suggesting the injury of American troops effectively forecloses any further US restraint until military operations conclude.
- 32Iran denies role in alleged plot against US air base in England●Iran denies involvement in suspected plot targeting a US-operated air base in England | World News | 2news.com
Iran has denied any involvement in a suspected plot targeting a US-operated air base in England. The denial comes as British and American authorities investigate the alleged scheme. Tehran rejects the accusations, and officials in the UK and US have not confirmed details publicly, keeping attention on how the case may affect already strained Western-Iran relations.
- 33Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Offer Amid Bombing Threat●🔴 BREAKING Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Offer Amid Bombing Threat President Trump has dismissed an Iranian proposal for
President Trump has dismissed an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire, with reports suggesting US bombing operations could resume after the November elections. The move escalates tensions between Washington and Tehran, with observers warning of a widening conflict and debating whether the election calendar is shaping the administration's military posture toward Iran.
- 34Five men arrested over suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford●🔴 BREAKING Suspected Terror Plot Near RAF Fairford Linked to Iran Five men were arrested on terrorism charges after expl
Five men have been arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were discovered near RAF Fairford in the UK, in a case reportedly linked to Iran. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting praised a member of the public who alerted authorities to the suspected plot, an intervention credited with helping authorities move quickly.
- 35Yemen Army Says Four Iranian Drone Experts Killed, 756 Strikes on Houthi Positions▼4 Iranian Drone Experts Killed, 756 Operations Against Houthi Military Positions Over 72 Hours - Yemen Army
Yemen's army reports that four Iranian drone specialists have been killed and that its forces carried out 756 operations against Houthi military positions over a 72-hour period. The announcement highlights the scale of ongoing fighting in Yemen and points to direct Iranian involvement in drone operations supporting the Houthis. The figures come amid intensified cross-border strikes and renewed international focus on the Iran-aligned group's military capabilities.
- 36Iran urges UN to examine European role in US military operations●Iran urges UN to examine European role in US military operations against Iran
Iran has called on the United Nations to investigate the role European countries played in US military operations against Iran. The appeal, reported by Tehran-based media, signals Tehran's effort to widen diplomatic pressure beyond Washington by implicating European governments it accuses of complicity. The move comes amid already heightened tensions between Iran and Western powers over military activity and sanctions.
- 37UK terror police investigate plot to bomb US airbase●Terror police probe plot to bomb UK base used by US forces to strike Iran
British counter-terrorism police are investigating an alleged plot to bomb a UK military base used by US forces to launch strikes on Iran. The base is reportedly among the American installations used during recent operations against Iranian targets. Details about suspects or arrests have not been confirmed, and the investigation is ongoing.
- 38Five men bailed after arrests near US-run air base in UK●5 men arrested near a US-run air base are bailed as UK police probe whether there's a link to Iran
Five men arrested near a US-run air base in the UK have been released on bail while police investigate a possible link to Iran. The arrests have drawn attention amid heightened concerns about security around American military sites in Britain, and authorities have not yet confirmed the nature of the suspected connection or brought any charges.
- 39Alert neighbor may have foiled Iran-linked UK base terror plot▼Nosy neighbor may have foiled possible Iran-linked UK base terror plot: ‘Saved a lot of lives’
An observant neighbor in the UK may have helped stop a suspected Iran-linked terror plot targeting a British military base, with reports suggesting the tip-off 'saved a lot of lives'. Authorities are investigating possible Iranian involvement. The case is drawing attention for its potential to avert a major attack on UK soil and for the role an ordinary civilian played in alerting security services.
- 40Iran Condemns Rutte's Remarks Backing US Aggression●Iran Condemns Rutte’s Remarks on European Support for US Aggression
Iran has sharply criticised remarks by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in which he suggested European nations would support US military action, calling the comments an endorsement of aggression. Iranian officials and state-linked media denounced the statement as dangerous meddling that aligns Europe with hostile policies toward Tehran.