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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)—Elite military force overseeing Iran's regional proxy network and strategic programs
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei—Highest political and religious authority in Iran
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Iranian military says US preparing to attack again
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Middle East Eye
center13d ago

Iranian military says US preparing to attack again

Iran's military stated on Sunday that the US is preparing to launch direct attacks against the country again, vowing retaliation and warning that any nations hosting US assets would be considered complicit. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps spokesperson indicated that new weapons and targets would be introduced in response to any new US strikes.

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The Houthis’ offensive is the latest spillover from Trump’s Iran disaster | Mohamad Bazzi
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The Guardian Middle East
left14d ago

The Houthis’ offensive is the latest spillover from Trump’s Iran disaster | Mohamad Bazzi

The Houthis have intensified their offensive in Yemen, seizing the Bab al-Mandab strait and expanding into eastern provinces controlling oil and gas fields, potentially reigniting the civil war. This escalation, following Saudi airstrikes on Sana'a and a Houthi blockade on Red Sea shipping, has displaced over 100,000 people and impacts global energy supplies.

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Yemen's Houthis are upending the Gulf order. The Saudis are the biggest losers
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

Yemen's Houthis are upending the Gulf order. The Saudis are the biggest losers

On Saturday, Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles striking a fuel depot near Riyadh's international airport and other Saudi cities, exposing the kingdom's vulnerability. The US declined direct military intervention, while Israel reportedly offered intelligence and military assistance to Saudi Arabia amidst escalating regional tensions and internal conflicts.

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Pakistan interior minister heads to Tehran amid regional tensions
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

Pakistan interior minister heads to Tehran amid regional tensions

Pakistan's Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi departed Islamabad for Tehran on Monday to meet with Iranian officials, focusing on bilateral relations and regional coordination. The visit follows previous understandings and could address broader regional issues, though no specific message from the United States was indicated.

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US suffers 'historic and shameful defeat' in war on Iran, IRGC spokesperson says
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

US suffers 'historic and shameful defeat' in war on Iran, IRGC spokesperson says

IRGC spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi stated on September 21, 2026, that the United States suffered a "historic and shameful defeat" in its war against Iran. Mohebbi claimed that military and political experts acknowledge this defeat and that Iran possesses undeclared strategic weapons developed during and before the conflict.

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Morning update
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Here are the latest developments: Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said that its new advanced aerospace defence system "intercepted and destroyed" another American MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions at a weapons depot in the early hours of Monday in al-Eis, southern Aleppo, wounded at least four.

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Iran’s military says US preparing to resume strikes
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Al Jazeera
center14d ago

Iran’s military says US preparing to resume strikes

Iran's military command stated on Sunday that the United States is preparing to resume strikes on the country, threatening retaliation against American bases and complicit regional states. This warning raises the prospect of renewed fighting as US President Donald Trump indicated he is in a "deciding mode" regarding military action or a potential deal with Iran.

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Hegseth kicks off ‘Send Me Tour’ in attempt at gaining support for war on Iran
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

Hegseth kicks off ‘Send Me Tour’ in attempt at gaining support for war on Iran

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is attempting to bolster support for the unpopular US-Israel war on Iran by visiting military training programs across the country and launching a new “Send Me” tour of duty. The initiative draws on biblical verses and links an interpretation of Christian scripture to the historical expansion of US military power and its current projection in the Middle East.

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Qatar pushes for revival of US-Iran talks, warns against ‘cycles of escalation’
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

Qatar pushes for revival of US-Iran talks, warns against ‘cycles of escalation’

Qatar is working to restart negotiations between the United States and Iran, its foreign ministry said on Sunday, as the prime minister warned that regional security cannot rest on repeated confrontation. A ministry spokesperson said Qatari officials were “shuttling between capitals” in the hope of making progress, and that Doha had received assurances from US administration officials that Washington wants to reach an agreement.

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War on Iran: How the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps underpins the republic
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

War on Iran: How the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps underpins the republic

Submitted by Daniel Tester on Thu, 09/17/2026 - 13:07 The IRGC has been core to Tehran's influence at home and abroad, not least through Quds Force Members of the IRGC stand in formation during a "Sacred Defence Week" parade in Tehran in September 2019 (AFP/Iranian presidency handout) On Often called a state within a state, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is a deeply conservative organisation that has underpinned Iran’s establishment for decades and directed much of its response to

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Postponing the future: War and inflation redraw marriage terms in Iran
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Al Jazeera
center14d ago

Postponing the future: War and inflation redraw marriage terms in Iran

Young Iranians Subhan Dashti and Nadia Sabzi postponed their wedding due to escalating inflation and fears of renewed conflict, with the cost of a television doubling and safety concerns rising after a recent strike on a wedding celebration. This decision reflects a broader trend where war, sanctions, and rising costs are forcing couples across Iran to delay or scale back marriage plans amid economic uncertainty.

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What are Iran’s latest conditions to end its war with the US?
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Al Jazeera
center14d ago

What are Iran’s latest conditions to end its war with the US?

Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei stated via Qatari mediators that Tehran has conveyed conditions to the US to end the conflict, including an end to the war on all fronts, release of frozen funds, and an end to the naval blockade. Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until these conditions are met and Iranian rights are recognized.

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Pahlavi: Iran regime continues to erode from within as defections grow
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right14d ago

Pahlavi: Iran regime continues to erode from within as defections grow

Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi stated in Toronto that members of Iran's military and civilian establishment are actively defecting from the Islamic Republic, eroding its foundations from within. He characterized the current phase as an "active defection" period, building on a decade of growing opposition and adapting tactics following the January uprising.

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Iran says Hormuz will not reopen until US honours June agreement
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Iran says Hormuz will not reopen until US honours June agreement

Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States fulfils commitments under a June agreement and meets Tehran's conditions. Ghalibaf conveyed Iran's conditions through intermediaries, linking the waterway's reopening to the lifting of US sanctions and recognition of Iran's rights.

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QatarEnergy says Hormuz crisis may delay some expansion projects
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

QatarEnergy says Hormuz crisis may delay some expansion projects

The crisis over the Strait of Hormuz could delay some QatarEnergy expansion projects, as critical equipment is unable to reach Qatar, CEO Saad al-Kaabi said Sunday, adding that the company is currently producing only a "very minute" volume of liquefied natural gas. Qatari LNG volumes are so large that QatarEnergy will be difficult for buyers to ignore once the Hormuz crisis ends, he said at the Qatar Economic Forum in New York.

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Trump tells Tehran to 'behave' and lays out three options on ending war on Iran
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Middle East Eye
center14d ago

Trump tells Tehran to 'behave' and lays out three options on ending war on Iran

US President Donald Trump called on Tehran "to behave" in an interview with Fox News on the state of the war on Iran. When addressing the available options for ending the war, Trump candidly said the United States had three options: "Obliterate Iran, letting it rot economically or reach a deal.

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What’s behind Iranian authorities’ push for a mass mobilisation campaign?
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Al Jazeera
center14d ago

What’s behind Iranian authorities’ push for a mass mobilisation campaign?

Iranian authorities have launched a mass mobilization campaign, dubbed Janfada, to train and arm volunteer civilians under the IRGC's Basij militia, with officials claiming over 33 million registrations. This effort, which includes military and non-military roles, aims to bolster state security and address national resource challenges amidst economic turmoil and energy imbalances.

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Thousands of IRGC, Basij volunteers march through Tehran in show of defiance against US, Israel
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right15d ago

Thousands of IRGC, Basij volunteers march through Tehran in show of defiance against US, Israel

Hundreds of thousands of Iranians participated in a rally in Tehran, organized by the regime, to display defiance against the US and Israel and to volunteer for combat training. The event, part of an initiative called “Janfada Iran,” saw participants in combat uniforms and included displays of military equipment, with the Basij head stating new recruits would be a "nightmare" for Iran's enemies.

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Ghalibaf: Iran must ‘fight and negotiate’ as war with US drags on
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Ghalibaf: Iran must ‘fight and negotiate’ as war with US drags on

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated on Sunday that Tehran must simultaneously fight and negotiate with the United States, vowing to use military force to repel adversaries while pursuing diplomacy from a position of strength. Ghalibaf also indicated the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until U.S. commitments were met, as Iran reportedly outlined seven conditions for potential talks with Washington.

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Morning recap
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Middle East Eye
center15d ago

Morning recap

Morning recap Good morning Middle East Eye readers, If you're just joining us, here are key developments from across the region: • Iran has announced seven conditions for starting any negotiations to the US government, Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council has said. • Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is set to visit Tehran on Sunday to meet with senior Iranian officials.

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