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Trump says 'some' munitions are low as Iran war grinds on
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BBC US & Canada
center3d ago

Trump says 'some' munitions are low as Iran war grinds on

President Trump acknowledged that some munitions are lower due to the Iran war, but vowed to replenish them to unprecedented levels. He also suggested the US might increase strikes on Iran after the November elections, despite previous claims of victory and ongoing domestic concerns about rising prices linked to his policies.

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Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels
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The Guardian Middle East
left3d ago

Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels

Crude oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz have largely returned to pre-war levels, with 16.5 million barrels per day exported in September, as the shipping industry utilizes alternative routes and ship-to-ship transfers. Despite this recovery in crude flows, refined product exports remain constrained, contributing to record high diesel prices and ongoing threats to maritime security in the region.

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Rubio orders Iran UNGA delegation to leave United States following stalled negotiations - report
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right3d ago

Rubio orders Iran UNGA delegation to leave United States following stalled negotiations - report

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered Iran's UN General Assembly delegation, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, to leave the United States on Monday following stalled indirect negotiations. This diplomatic rebuke occurred as Qatari mediators failed to bridge gaps between Washington and Tehran, leading US officials to conclude the talks had reached a stalemate.

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Iran’s UN mission dismisses US expulsion claim as ‘baseless and worthless' news
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Middle East Eye
center3d ago

Iran’s UN mission dismisses US expulsion claim as ‘baseless and worthless' news

Iran's UN mission stated its delegation departed New York on Monday as scheduled, refuting reports of an immediate expulsion order from the U.S. Department of State. The mission dismissed the expulsion claims as 'baseless and worthless news' propagated after diplomatic negotiations failed to yield results.

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Iran war live: Trump hints US could strike Iran, warns time coming
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Al Jazeera
center3d ago

Iran war live: Trump hints US could strike Iran, warns time coming

Former US President Donald Trump stated that the US has "virtually total control" over the Strait of Hormuz and warned that a choice must be made to "make a deal with Iran or blow them up." US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed that American forces have "destroyed" Iran's navy, air force, defense systems, leadership, and military-industrial capacity, while also crippling its nuclear ambitions.

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Iranian Airlines plane seized by Turkey over millions in unpaid debts, stranding Iranian passengers
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right4d ago

Iranian Airlines plane seized by Turkey over millions in unpaid debts, stranding Iranian passengers

Turkish authorities seized a Caspian Airlines Boeing 737 at Istanbul Airport on Monday due to a court order enforcing a €3 million debt owed to ACM Temsil Gözetim. The seizure occurred as passengers boarded, stranding them temporarily before the aircraft was returned to the terminal. This incident follows recent US secondary sanctions on Iran's aviation sector, which have led to flight cancellations and financial pressures on Iranian carriers.

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US, Iran may return to fighting after midterm elections, reached 'diplomatic stalemate' - report
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right4d ago

US, Iran may return to fighting after midterm elections, reached 'diplomatic stalemate' - report

US and Iran may return to fighting after the US midterm elections due to a diplomatic stalemate, Axios reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. Qatari mediators attempted to foster a breakthrough this week, but neither side was willing to compromise, increasing the likelihood of renewed combat operations.

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Vietnam taught America the limits of its power. Hormuz is teaching it again
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

Vietnam taught America the limits of its power. Hormuz is teaching it again

On September 22, only two commercial vessels crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil and LNG, despite the presence of US warships, as Washington's strategies of aerial bombardment, blockade, and escalation failed to restore normal passage. This situation echoes the Vietnam War, demonstrating that overwhelming US military power cannot guarantee desired political outcomes against an adversary willing to endure prolonged conflict.

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Iran’s Araghchi rejects UK claim of Tehran’s role in air base incident
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

Iran’s Araghchi rejects UK claim of Tehran’s role in air base incident

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi rejected UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham's claim that Iran played a part in a suspected attempted attack on RAF Fairford, stating that the UK was mistaken. Araghchi suggested the release of five suspects on bail by counter-terror police indicated the true nature of the incident.

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Hegseth says American forces have ‘destroyed’ Iran’s military
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

Hegseth says American forces have ‘destroyed’ Iran’s military

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth stated at Quantico Marine base on Wednesday that U.S. forces have destroyed Iran’s navy, air force, defense systems, leadership, and military-industrial capacity. Hegseth characterized this as crippling Iran's conventional shield and nuclear ambitions, while also noting the Pentagon had dismissed nearly 10 percent of its generals and admirals.

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Send us your questions about how the Iran war will affect US voters in the midterms
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The Guardian Middle East
left4d ago

Send us your questions about how the Iran war will affect US voters in the midterms

Our politics and foreign policy reporters will answer your questions live in a Q&A on Tuesday 6 OctoberThe war with Iran has had major implications for Americans’ wallets, government spending and US foreign policy. It’s also been key in reshaping the political landscape as it enters its seventh month before the 2026 US midterms.

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Nato chief calls US war on Iran ‘absolutely essential’
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

Nato chief calls US war on Iran ‘absolutely essential’

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte stated on Wednesday that it is "absolutely essential for the United States to take on Iran," citing the country's nuclear program as a threat to Europe and the Middle East. Rutte suggested that only the U.S. possesses the capability to dismantle Iran's nuclear infrastructure, while also advocating for increased European defense investments to manage regional security independently.

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DW News
center4d ago

Are the Houthis winning against Saudi Arabia?

Since July, the Houthi militia has intensified attacks on Saudi Arabia, disrupting the East-West oil pipeline and seizing control of areas around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. These escalations threaten Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 economic diversification plan and draw the kingdom deeper into a regional conflict, while US support is limited to intelligence due to strained resources and reluctance to open another front against Iran.

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UK PM says 'strong indications' Iran involved in airbase scare
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

UK PM says 'strong indications' Iran involved in airbase scare

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated on Wednesday that there are "strong indications" Iran was involved in suspicious activity at RAF Fairford over the weekend, which is used by the US military. Counterterrorism police released five men on bail after finding petrol but no explosives in their vehicle, while Iran has denied involvement.

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DW News
center4d ago

Iran's nuclear program remains shrouded in mystery as the regime debates ditching non-proliferation

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Tehran is open to diluting its enriched uranium and accepting international inspections if a deal is reached, contrasting with statements from other officials suggesting grounds for withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty. Meanwhile, reports indicate Iran is rebuilding nuclear facilities at Parchin and near Natanz, fueling speculation about underground equipment relocation amid ongoing US-Israel tensions and IAEA referrals.

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‘Economic war’: Is Iran losing its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz?
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Al Jazeera
center4d ago

‘Economic war’: Is Iran losing its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz?

Crude oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz have recovered to nearly 80 percent of pre-war levels, with Middle East exports reaching 16.3 million barrels per day in September, according to Kpler data. Despite this recovery, elevated tanker insurance costs and ongoing geopolitical risks suggest Iran's leverage over the vital waterway may be weakening rather than disappearing.

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Iran receives US feedback on seven-day trust-building plan, main issue is sequencing
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right4d ago

Iran receives US feedback on seven-day trust-building plan, main issue is sequencing

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi received US feedback on a seven-day trust-building plan via Qatari mediators in Doha on Tuesday, with sequencing of proposed steps being the main point of contention. The plan, aimed at de-escalating tensions and potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz, involves concrete measures on Iran's nuclear program, but disagreements persist over the order of implementation.

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Iran is renewing progress on its nuclear program, Netanyahu tells UAE President MBZ - report
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right4d ago

Iran is renewing progress on its nuclear program, Netanyahu tells UAE President MBZ - report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with intelligence indicating Iran is renewing progress on its nuclear program, citing new construction at the "Pickaxe Mountain" site south of Tehran. The meeting, reportedly also attended by a Saudi security official, focused on Iran's nuclear activities and regional threats, with Netanyahu assessing Iran could initiate an attack in the coming weeks.

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Shobeiri Zanjani: The quiet ayatollah who bridged Iran’s political divide
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

Shobeiri Zanjani: The quiet ayatollah who bridged Iran’s political divide

Submitted by MEE correspondent on Mon, 09/28/2026 - 12:38 Grand Ayatollah Mousa Shobeiri Zanjani passed away on 20 September at the age of 98 Grand Ayatollah Mousa Shobeiri Zanjani was a highly respected and influential religious figure across Iran's political spectrum (X) Off When Grand Ayatollah Mousa Shobeiri Zanjani died at 98 on 20 September, he left behind a rare position in Iran’s religious establishment: a cleric who kept his distance from political power, yet whose influence reached acr

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Morning update
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Middle East Eye
center4d ago

Morning update

Morning update Good morning, Middle East Eye readers, Here are the latest developments: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Qatari mediators in Doha late on Tuesday and received US feedback on a proposed seven-day trust-building plan. The plan aims to build trust and return to an enhanced version of a US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding signed in June, an official told Reuters.

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