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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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Iran rejects Trump’s claim to ‘control’ Hormuz: What’s the latest in talks?
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Al Jazeera
center58d ago

Iran rejects Trump’s claim to ‘control’ Hormuz: What’s the latest in talks?

Iran's Supreme National Security Council head stated the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US changes its behavior and meets Iran's demands, refuting President Trump's claim of total control. Commercial shipping remains disrupted in the strait, with ongoing attacks and blockades by both Iran and the US.

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US may model Iran uranium extraction on recent Syrian nuclear operation, Israeli officials assess
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right58d ago

US may model Iran uranium extraction on recent Syrian nuclear operation, Israeli officials assess

Israeli security officials assess that the US may model a potential operation to remove nuclear material from Iran on a recent IAEA operation in Syria. Amid ongoing US-Iran negotiations concerning the Strait of Hormuz, Israeli officials maintain high military readiness for various scenarios, including a joint operation with the US.

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Pakistan interior minister in Iran for talks
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Middle East Eye
center58d ago

Pakistan interior minister in Iran for talks

Pakistan's interior minister is visiting Iran to discuss regional security, stability and other developments, the Pakistani foreign office said on Wednesday. Mohsin Naqvi, previously involved in mediation efforts between Iran and the US, is known to be close to the powerful head of the Pakistani army, Asim Munir.

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Iran refined drone, missile attacks to overwhelm air defenses as US ran low on Patriots - report
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right58d ago

Iran refined drone, missile attacks to overwhelm air defenses as US ran low on Patriots - report

In June, Iran launched waves of drones and missiles at US bases in Jordan, employing tactics like sudden course changes to overwhelm air defenses and deplete scarce US Patriot interceptors. This Iranian adaptation forced the US to expend approximately 65% of its Patriot interceptors between February and July, impacting its overall munitions stockpile.

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Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war
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BBC US & Canada
center58d ago

Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war

President Donald Trump secretly switched aircraft in Ankara, Turkey, last month, reportedly due to credible Iranian missile threats against Air Force One. This elaborate ruse, involving a catering truck for transport, highlights ongoing security concerns for Trump amidst the conflict with Iran.

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Is Russia’s economy cracking despite the Iran war windfall?
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Al Jazeera
center58d ago

Is Russia’s economy cracking despite the Iran war windfall?

Russia's economy faces increasing strain from the ongoing Ukraine war, evidenced by slowing growth and a widening budget deficit, despite benefiting from higher oil revenues due to Middle East conflict. While accessible reserves remain substantial, Ukrainian strikes are reaching deeper into the economy, and US Senate-backed tariffs aim to curb Russian energy revenue.

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Morning update
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Middle East Eye
center58d ago

Morning update

Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, These are some of the latest developments from across the region: US President Donald Trump told reporters that he does not "trust Iran", and further claimed that the US has full control over the vital Strait of Hormuz. "I don’t trust Iran.

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Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports say
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BBC US & Canada
center58d ago

Trump hid in catering truck in secret plane swap over Iran threat, reports say

Donald Trump secretly swapped planes in Turkey last month, reportedly using a catering truck to move to a military aircraft amid a credible Iranian missile threat. Journalists and some staff remained unaware of the switch, which occurred after US intelligence detected a potential attack on the presidential jet.

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Iran appoints AMIA bombing suspect to National Security Council
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right58d ago

Iran appoints AMIA bombing suspect to National Security Council

Iran appointed Mohsen Rezaei, a suspect wanted by Argentina for the 1994 AMIA bombing, as the secretary of its Supreme National Security Council. This appointment follows the earlier naming of another AMIA suspect, Ahmad Vahidi, as IRGC commander, underscoring Iran's continued defiance amid international legal action and Interpol Red Notices.

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US says helicopter fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade
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BBC US & Canada
center58d ago

US says helicopter fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade

US Central Command says its helicopter hit the engine room of a Panama-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman.

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US military fires on cargo vessel it said sought to break Iran blockade
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Al Jazeera
center58d ago

US military fires on cargo vessel it said sought to break Iran blockade

On Tuesday, a U.S. Navy helicopter fired Hellfire missiles at the engine room of the Panama-flagged cargo vessel Vela Nova in the Gulf of Oman, which CENTCOM stated was attempting to break the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. This incident occurred amid stalled U.S.-Iran diplomacy and follows a period of relative calm in broader regional hostilities.

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Houthis reportedly kill six in first deadly attack since start of Iran war
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BBC Middle East
center58d ago

Houthis reportedly kill six in first deadly attack since start of Iran war

Three people were reportedly killed in a Houthi projectile attack on the cargo ship Tihamah in the Red Sea south of Mocha, Yemen, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre. This incident marks the first reported deadly strike by the Iran-allied group on a vessel since the start of the conflict involving Iran.

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Iran delays Pakistan visit as Islamabad says US, Tehran near 'some sort' of deal - report
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right58d ago

Iran delays Pakistan visit as Islamabad says US, Tehran near 'some sort' of deal - report

Iran has delayed a planned visit by top officials to Pakistan, citing the need for 'appropriate conditions,' according to Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. This comes as Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran, amid Pakistani claims that the US and Iran are nearing 'some sort' of deal.

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‘This is Tehran’: Khamenei posters and Iran regime flags displayed at London march
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right59d ago

‘This is Tehran’: Khamenei posters and Iran regime flags displayed at London march

Posters of Ayatollah Khamenei and flags of the Iranian regime were displayed during the Arbaeen Procession in London on Sunday, attended by an estimated 35,000 people. These displays occurred despite the UK's recent designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization, raising questions about potential violations of the National Security (State Threats) Act 2026.

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Hormuz blockade is 'worse than war’: Iranian official says US blockade would cost Iran $18 billion
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right59d ago

Hormuz blockade is 'worse than war’: Iranian official says US blockade would cost Iran $18 billion

Majidreza Hariri, head of the Iran-China Joint Chamber of Commerce, warned that an ongoing US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would cost Iran's economy $18 billion annually. Hariri advised Iran to end the blockade by any means necessary, stating that relying on land trade would restrict imports and exports to 20% and cripple the economy.

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CENTCOM: US forces strike Panamanian vessel in Gulf of Oman over alleged breach of blockade on Iran
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right59d ago

CENTCOM: US forces strike Panamanian vessel in Gulf of Oman over alleged breach of blockade on Iran

US Central Command forces fired a missile at the Panamanian-flagged container ship Vela Nova in the Gulf of Oman on Tuesday morning, reportedly attempting to bypass the US embargo on Iranian ports. The ship sustained damage and a fire, but no casualties were reported as its crew was transferred to another vessel.

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Inside the growing rift between Iran’s dealmakers and ultraconservatives
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Middle East Eye
center59d ago

Inside the growing rift between Iran’s dealmakers and ultraconservatives

Iran's political landscape is marked by a growing rift between dealmakers, including President Pezeshkian and Speaker Ghalibaf, who seek an agreement with the US, and ultraconservatives aiming to block any deal. This internal division is highlighted by leaked claims that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has warned President Pezeshkian against resignation and sidelined Foreign Minister Araghchi from US negotiations.

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Inside the growing rift between Iran’s dealmakers and ultraconservatives
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Middle East Eye
center59d ago

Inside the growing rift between Iran’s dealmakers and ultraconservatives

A rift is growing within Iran's political establishment between dealmakers like President Pezeshkian and ultraconservatives seeking to block any agreement with the United States. Leaked recordings and denials from the supreme leader's office highlight internal power struggles and competing narratives regarding negotiations and the direction of the country.

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Turkey suspects Israel fabricated Trump Air Force One assassination plot to derail US-Iran deal
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Middle East Eye
center59d ago

Turkey suspects Israel fabricated Trump Air Force One assassination plot to derail US-Iran deal

Turkish officials suspect Israel fabricated an intelligence report alleging Iran planned to assassinate Donald Trump during a July 8th NATO summit in Ankara to undermine US-Iran negotiations. The report emerged amidst extensive security measures at Ankara Airport, where Air Force One was parked, and Turkish authorities are investigating the Israeli intelligence's veracity.

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Turkey suspects Israel fabricated Trump Air Force One assassination plot to derail US-Iran deal
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Middle East Eye
center59d ago

Turkey suspects Israel fabricated Trump Air Force One assassination plot to derail US-Iran deal

Turkish officials suspect Israel fabricated an intelligence report alleging an Iranian plot to assassinate Donald Trump during the July Ankara NATO summit to undermine US-Iran negotiations. The report, which warned of Manpads targeting Air Force One, prompted significant security changes and a secret relocation of Trump, raising Turkish suspicions about the intelligence's veracity and timing amidst sensitive US-Iran deal talks.

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