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- 1Iran threatens retaliation against US military bases●Iran issues new retaliation threat against American military bases
Iran has issued a new threat warning of retaliation against American military bases in the region. NBC News reported the threat, which comes amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. The warning signals Iran's readiness to strike US forces stationed across the Middle East should confrontation escalate further.
- 2Trump expects new Iran talks this week after rejecting proposal●After nixing Iran proposal, Trump tells Axios he expects talks this week
President Trump says he expects talks with Iran to begin this week, telling Axios this shortly after his administration turned down an Iranian proposal. The comments point to renewed diplomatic activity between Washington and Tehran despite the rejected offer. Officials and observers will be watching whether the talks materialise and what terms the US is now seeking.
- 3Pezeshkian Sets Out Iran's Red Lines at UN General Assembly▼Pezeshkian Draws Iran’s Red Lines at UNGA 80 — Nuclear Weapons, Israel and Regional Security | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the 80th UN General Assembly, laying out Iran's positions on nuclear weapons, Israel and regional security. His speech drew wide attention, with many debating where Tehran drew its red lines amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear programme and confrontation with Israel.
- 4Iran says fully prepared for war to resume, diplomacy still open▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume but diplomacy not over yet, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran is 'fully prepared' if war breaks out again, but stresses that diplomacy has not yet been exhausted. His remarks come amid heightened tensions in the region, signalling that Tehran wants to project readiness while keeping the door open to negotiations over its nuclear programme and wider disputes.
- 5Iran's Pezeshkian Pledges Never to Build Nuclear Bomb Ahead of UN General Assembly▼Before UNGA 81, Pezeshkian’s Nuclear Pledge — ‘We Will Never Seek to Build a Nuclear Bomb’ | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that Iran will never seek to build a nuclear bomb, ahead of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The pledge, made shortly before his address in New York, is being read as an attempt to ease tensions with Western powers over Iran's nuclear programme and to signal Tehran's position on the international stage.
- 6Iran's foreign minister says country ready for diplomacy and war●Iran foreign minister says Iran ‘ready for diplomacy’ and ‘war at same time’: Full interview
Iran's foreign minister says the country is 'ready for diplomacy' and 'war at the same time', in a full interview with NBC News. The statement signals Tehran's dual posture amid heightened tensions, insisting it remains open to negotiation while warning it is prepared for confrontation if pressured.
- 7Iranian President Pezeshkian discusses protests and military actions in exclusive interview●EXCLUSIVE: Iranian President Pezeshkian on protests, future of military actions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has given an exclusive interview to Fox News addressing the protests in Iran and the future of possible military actions. In the conversation, the president faced questions about domestic unrest and Tehran's stance on further military escalation, remarks that are drawing wide attention as tensions around Iran remain high.
- 8Iran says ready for diplomacy but prepared for war with US●Iran says ready for diplomacy but ‘fully prepared’ for war if US attacks
Iran says it is ready for diplomacy with the United States but is 'fully prepared' for war if the US launches an attack. The statement underscores tensions between the two countries, with Tehran signalling both openness to negotiations and readiness for military confrontation.
- 9Iran says it is fully prepared for war but diplomacy continues▼Foreign minister: Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war, but diplomacy not over
Iran's foreign minister has said the country is fully prepared for war, while insisting that diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions are not over. The statement signals Tehran is bracing for a possible military confrontation while keeping talks alive. Commentators are weighing whether the remarks are a warning, a negotiating tactic, or a sign that de-escalation efforts are nearing a breaking point.
- 10Pezeshkian Tells UN General Assembly Iran Seeks No Nuclear Bomb▼Pezeshkian’s UNGA 80 Message — No Nuclear Bomb, Regional Security and ‘Peace Through Strength’ | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, declaring that Iran is not seeking a nuclear bomb and framing the country's stance around regional security and a doctrine of 'peace through strength'. His remarks drew wide attention as Tehran's messaging to the international community at a moment of heightened tensions over its nuclear programme and regional conflicts.
- 11Iran's foreign minister says Tehran ready for 'doomsday' war with US●Iran's foreign minister says Tehran ready for 'doomsday' war with U.S., but leaves diplomacy on the table
Iran's foreign minister said Tehran is prepared for what he called a 'doomsday' war with the United States, while insisting that diplomacy remains an option. The remarks underline the mounting tensions between the two countries, pairing stark military rhetoric with a stated openness to negotiations, and have drawn wide attention as observers weigh the risk of escalation against continued diplomatic efforts.
- 12Iran foreign minister warns country ready for war to resume▼Iran foreign minister says Iran prepared for war to resume, even if it becomes ‘doomsday’
Iran's foreign minister said the country is prepared for war to resume, even if the outcome becomes 'doomsday'. The stark warning comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, signaling Tehran's willingness to escalate rather than back down. The remarks are drawing international attention as observers weigh the risk of a wider regional conflict.
- 13Iranian President Says Tehran No Longer Trusts Talks With Washington●"Pezeshkian says Iran ‘no longer trusts talks with Washington’ In an interview with Al Jazeera, the Iranian president sa
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran no longer trusts negotiations with Washington, in an interview with Al Jazeera. He said Qatar and Pakistan are acting as intermediaries, relaying Tehran's messages to the United States. The remarks signal a further breakdown in direct US-Iran diplomacy, with third-party countries now carrying communication between the two sides amid heightened regional tensions involving Israel and the US.
- 14Trump rejects Iranian proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz●Trump rejects Iranian proposal to open Hormuz and end fighting
President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal that would have opened the Strait of Hormuz and brought an end to fighting between the two countries. The strait is a critical artery for global oil shipments, and the rejection keeps tensions high and raises questions about the risk of further escalation in the region. Markets and governments are watching closely for Tehran's next move.
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President Trump has rejected proposed terms for a deal with Iran, including a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire arrangement, reportedly expecting renewed bombing after the US midterms. An Iranian official says Tehran will make no nuclear concessions, signalling a hardening standoff between the two countries.
- 16Iranian Massacre Survivor Confronts Regime at UN●Iranian Massacre Survivor SLAMS Regime to Their Faces at UN (They Tried to Silence Him)
A survivor of the 1988 mass killings of political prisoners in Iran addressed the UN Human Rights Council, denouncing the Iranian regime directly to Iranian representatives and accusing Tehran of ongoing repression. UN Watch, which promoted the testimony, says Iranian delegates attempted to have the speaker silenced or cut off during his remarks. The speech has drawn wide attention online, with supporters praising his courage and renewing calls for accountability over the prison massacres.
- 17Iran foreign minister says country ready for diplomacy and war●Iran foreign minister says Iran ‘ready for diplomacy’ and ‘war at same time’: Full interview
Iran's foreign minister has said the country is 'ready for diplomacy' and 'war at the same time', in a full interview with NBC News. The remarks underline Tehran's tough posture amid heightened tensions with the United States and its allies, signalling that Iran is keeping both negotiation and confrontation on the table as regional pressures mount.
- 18US UN ambassador says Iran not negotiating in good faith▼UN ambassador Waltz says Iran was not negotiating ‘in good faith’ to end war
Mike Waltz, the United States ambassador to the United Nations, said Iran was not negotiating 'in good faith' to end the war. The remark came as diplomatic efforts to halt the conflict continued, and it signals Washington's assessment that Tehran was stalling rather than genuinely seeking a settlement at the negotiating table.
- 19Iran Seeks U.S. Clarification After Trump Rejects Cease-Fire Proposal●Iran Seeks U.S. Clarification After Trump Rejects Cease-Fire Proposal https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/world/middleeas
Iran is asking Washington to clarify its position after President Trump rejected a proposed cease-fire, according to a New York Times report citing developments around the Strait of Hormuz. The move signals mounting tension between Tehran and the U.S. administration, with diplomats seeking to understand whether negotiations over the cease-fire proposal can continue or have collapsed entirely.
- 20Iran says fully prepared for war to resume after US midterms▼Iran ‘fully prepared’ for war to resume if Trump authorizes strikes after midterms
Iran says it is fully prepared for hostilities with the United States to resume if President Trump authorizes new military strikes, which it expects could come after the US midterm elections. The statement signals Tehran is bracing for a renewed confrontation and warning Washington against further escalation.
- 21Iran Insists on Diplomacy After Trump Rejects Peace Plan▼Iran insists on diplomatic solution after Trump rejects peace plan
Iran says it remains committed to a negotiated, diplomatic resolution after US President Donald Trump rejected a proposed peace plan. The rejection has been picked up by major international outlets including Reuters and Ynetnews, highlighting renewed uncertainty over negotiations between Washington and Tehran. Iranian officials are signalling they still want talks despite the setback, while observers watch for how the US responds next.
- 22Trump rejects Iran proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz▼# Trump rejects # Iran proposal to reopen the # StraitOfHormuz Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White House
President Trump said Saturday outside the White House that he was rejecting an Iranian offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran had proposed reopening the strategic waterway and resuming talks on its nuclear program within seven days, on condition that the United States lift its naval blockade. Trump's refusal signals continued US pressure despite Tehran's overture.
- 23Israel warns Iran over nuclear programme as US talks stall▼West Asia Conflict: Israel warns Iran on nuclear push, signals fresh strikes as US-Iran talks stall & tensions escalate
Israel has issued a fresh warning to Iran over its nuclear programme, signalling it may carry out new strikes as negotiations between Washington and Tehran stall. The development points to escalating tensions across West Asia, with renewed military action looming as diplomatic efforts appear to be losing momentum.
- 24Trump Rejects Iran's Ceasefire Proposal Over Strait of Hormuz●Trump Rejects Iran's Ceasefire Proposal for Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump has rejected a ceasefire proposal from Iran concerning the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway that carries a large share of the world's oil shipments. The refusal signals continued escalation between Washington and Tehran, with observers warning that tensions around the Gulf could disrupt global energy markets and draw regional powers further into the confrontation.
- 25Iran Pressed to Make Nuclear Concessions to Revive US Talks●Iran Pressed to Make Nuclear Concessions to Revive Peace Talks With U.S. https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/iran-pres
The Wall Street Journal reports that Iran is under pressure to make concessions on its nuclear program in order to revive stalled peace negotiations with the United States. The report suggests Washington and its partners want concrete steps from Tehran before talks can resume, amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear activities and sanctions.
- 26Iran urges diplomacy after Trump rejects peace plan▼Only diplomacy can solve conflict, says Iran after Trump rejects peace plan
Iran says only diplomacy can resolve the ongoing conflict, speaking out after Donald Trump rejected a proposed peace plan. The statement underscores Tehran's position that negotiation, not military pressure, is the path forward. It comes amid heightened tensions and competing international efforts to broker an end to the fighting.
- 27Iran says it will make no nuclear concessions▼Iran will make no nuclear concessions, Iranian official says
A senior Iranian official has stated that Iran will make no concessions in negotiations over its nuclear programme. The declaration signals a hardening of Tehran's position amid ongoing international pressure over its nuclear activities. The remarks come as diplomatic efforts to reach an agreement over Iran's nuclear activities remain deadlocked, with Western powers calling for limits on enrichment and verification measures.
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Iran is pushing for a diplomatic resolution after Donald Trump rejected a proposed peace plan, according to a report from Modern Diplomacy. The rejection leaves open questions about what avenue, if any, remains for negotiations between Washington and Tehran, and analysts are watching how Iran responds to the diplomatic setback.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that Iran is ready for a 'doomsday war', according to Al Jazeera. The stark statement comes amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing concerns over Iran's confrontation with Israel and Western powers. The remark is being read as a signal of Tehran's readiness for a wider conflict.
- 30Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire, Expects Renewed Bombing▼Exclusive | Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire, Expects Renewed Bombing After Midterms
Donald Trump has rejected a ceasefire with Iran and said he expects bombing to resume after the US midterm elections, according to a Wall Street Journal exclusive. The report suggests military action against Iran is being delayed for domestic political timing rather than called off, drawing attention to how closely US strategy toward Tehran is tied to the American electoral calendar.
- 31Iran ready for 'doomsday war' if US resumes attacks, Araghchi says▼Iran ready for ‘doomsday war’ if US resumes attacks, but open to diplomacy: Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is prepared for what he called a 'doomsday war' if the United States resumes military attacks, while stressing that Tehran remains open to diplomacy. The remarks signal a mix of defiance and willingness to negotiate, framing Iran's position as defensive but leaving the door open for renewed talks.
- 32Iran floats deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz▼Where things stand after Iran’s new pitch for a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has put forward a new proposal aimed at reaching an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway at the centre of rising regional tensions. The pitch suggests Tehran may be seeking a negotiated off-ramp, and observers are weighing what concessions Iran wants and how the US and Gulf states might respond to the offer.
- 33US rejects Iran's war-ending proposal over sanctions demands●🟠 UPDATE US Rejects Iran's War-Ending Proposal Over Sanctions Demands Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated Iran is pre
The United States has rejected Iran's proposal to end the war, citing disagreements over sanctions. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is prepared for fighting to resume, warning that it would continue 'even if it comes to a doomsday war'. The statement signals a hardening of Tehran's position as diplomatic efforts stall and fears of wider escalation grow.
- 34Trump rejects Iran cease-fire proposal over Strait of Hormuz▼President Trump said on Saturday he turned down Iran’s latest cease-fire proposal that offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart talks on the country’s nuclear program in exchange for U.S. concessions. The rejection was the latest turn in a cycle of bo
President Trump said on Saturday he rejected Iran's latest cease-fire proposal, which would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz and resumed negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for concessions from the United States. The rejection marks another turn in a cycle of proposals and counteroffers between the two countries, with Washington and Tehran still far apart on terms to end the standoff.
- 35Iran says ready for renewed strikes after Trump rejects deal▼Iran says it’s ready for renewed strikes after Trump rejects deal
Iran has declared it is prepared for renewed strikes after President Donald Trump rejected a proposed deal, deepening tensions between the two countries. The announcement signals Tehran is bracing for a possible resumption of military confrontation. Commentators are watching closely to see whether diplomacy can still pull the standoff back from the brink.
- 36Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz●Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and other Middle East news
President Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the critical shipping chokepoint for global oil supplies. The refusal comes amid ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran over the Persian Gulf. Attention now turns to how Iran responds and whether the dispute will escalate further, with broader Middle East developments also drawing international focus.
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President Trump has rejected a proposal from Iran that included a 7-day timeline, reportedly part of negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme. The rejection signals continued deadlock between Washington and Tehran, with US officials dismissing the plan as insufficient while Iran has framed its offer as a serious concession. Diplomats warn the standoff raises the risk of renewed escalation in the region.
- 38Tehran reportedly behind terror attacks on Jews in Belgium▼Terror attacks targeting Jews in Belgium reportedly orchestrated by Tehran
Terror attacks targeting Jewish people in Belgium were reportedly orchestrated by Tehran, according to a Jerusalem Post report. If confirmed, the allegation would mark a serious escalation in Iran's alleged operations against Jewish targets on European soil and is likely to strain Belgium-Iran relations and prompt calls for an EU response.
- 39Iran's Pezeshkian says Tehran no longer trusts talks with Washington▼Pezeshkian says Iran ‘no longer trusts talks with Washington’
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran no longer trusts negotiations with Washington, signalling a hardening of Tehran's stance toward the United States. The statement, reported by Al Jazeera, comes amid heightened regional tensions and suggests diplomatic channels between the two countries have reached a new low, raising concerns about the prospects for renewed nuclear or de-escalation talks.
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The United States has threatened to ground Iranian airlines around the world starting Wednesday, according to Al Jazeera. The move would bar Iranian carriers from operating internationally and marks a sharp escalation in pressure on Tehran's aviation sector. Details on the legal basis and which airlines are targeted remain limited, and Iran's response is not yet known.