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KEY ACTORS
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
Axis of Resistance—Iran-backed network of allied groups including Hezbollah, Houthis, and Iraqi militias
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Iran changed the rules in Hormuz. The Gulf is changing the rules for Iran
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Al Jazeera
center60d ago

Iran changed the rules in Hormuz. The Gulf is changing the rules for Iran

Iran and Oman are reportedly nearing an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington stating it would lift port blockades once shipping resumes unimpeded, though Iran's IRGC later rejected this account, asserting that reopening depends on Iran's conditions. Concurrently, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan signed a joint defense pact, a move analysts suggest is a regional response to Iran's growing leverage and proxy activities.

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'A paper tiger': Iran sees Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan defense pact as a major win, expert tells 'Post'
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right60d ago

'A paper tiger': Iran sees Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan defense pact as a major win, expert tells 'Post'

Iran views the new Mecca Joint Defense Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan as a major success, despite experts describing the pact as a "paper tiger." The agreement, which frames an attack on one as an attack on all, has been criticized for deflecting blame from Iran's regional aggression towards Israel.

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The Caspian gamble: Iran-Ukraine tensions widen the 'geography of instability'
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

The Caspian gamble: Iran-Ukraine tensions widen the 'geography of instability'

A Ukrainian long-range drone struck the Iranian commercial ship Anna in the Caspian Sea on July 25, killing 23-year-old sailor Nima Moradi and wounding another crew member. Iran's foreign minister described the attack as a UN Charter violation at Israel's behest, while analysts suggest Ukraine gambled on merging its war with Russia into the broader Iran-US-Israel conflict.

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Iran's demands to reopen Strait of Hormuz echo terms already agreed to in MoU
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right60d ago

Iran's demands to reopen Strait of Hormuz echo terms already agreed to in MoU

On Friday, IRGC commander Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr announced six conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including ending hostilities in Gaza, Yemen, Iraq, and Palestine, and lifting sanctions. These demands largely mirror an existing MoU, but Iran seeks to use control of the strait as leverage to ensure US commitment to economic relief and reconstruction.

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Iran says Pakistan-Turkey-Saudi defense pact is no threat, reflects a 'shift in approach'
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right60d ago

Iran says Pakistan-Turkey-Saudi defense pact is no threat, reflects a 'shift in approach'

Iran's Foreign Ministry stated on Monday that a new security pact between Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia is not a threat and reflects a regional shift towards self-reliance. Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister specified the agreement, named the Mecca Agreement, is purely defensive and not directed against any country, aiming instead to bolster regional peace and stability.

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UAE oil company announces new investments to bypass Hormuz
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

UAE oil company announces new investments to bypass Hormuz

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) announced plans to construct a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the UAE's eastern coast to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic investment follows repeated attacks on Adnoc vessels transiting the Strait and aims to ensure the full restoration of exports in the fourth quarter, bolstering its Q2 2026 net income of $665 million.

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Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US

Tehran has described Iranians as “professional chess players” in their dealings with the US, as it insisted that Washington must meet its demands for the re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump on Sunday indicated that he was prepared to let economic pressure mount against Iran, appearing to back away from more military strikes after Tehran issued a list of demands for opening the Strait of Hormuz.

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Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

Iran says its people are ‘professional chess players’ in dealing with the US

Iran's foreign ministry spokesman stated that Iranians are "professional chess players" in their dealings with the US, responding to President Trump's remarks about economic pressure. Iran has issued demands, including an end to sanctions and US naval blockades, for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with an agreement with Oman on new shipping lanes reportedly in final stages.

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What’s behind Trump’s shift to economic pressure on Iran? Will it work?
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Al Jazeera
center60d ago

What’s behind Trump’s shift to economic pressure on Iran? Will it work?

United States President Donald Trump announced a shift towards economic pressure on Iran, citing Iran's poor financial state and a US naval blockade, rather than immediate military action. This strategy aims to reduce Iran's oil revenues and increase economic strain, with Vice President JD Vance stating a combination of diplomatic, economic, and military tools are being applied.

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How significant is Mohsen Rezaei’s appointment as Iran’s security chief?
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Al Jazeera
center60d ago

How significant is Mohsen Rezaei’s appointment as Iran’s security chief?

Former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaei was appointed secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council on Sunday, a position that intersects the country's presidency, foreign ministry, and security agencies. Rezaei's appointment comes amid ongoing talks over the Strait of Hormuz and is seen as significant due to his military and political experience, potentially influencing domestic balancing and negotiations with the United States.

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Trump's claim of 'low-keying' negotiations reignites debate over US policy towards Iran
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right60d ago

Trump's claim of 'low-keying' negotiations reignites debate over US policy towards Iran

Suleiman Maswadeh, a commentator for Channel 13 News, addressed the developments with 103FM, warning that even the current statement does not necessarily indicate Trump's future direction.

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US says it has rerouted 55 Iran-linked vessels
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

US says it has rerouted 55 Iran-linked vessels

The US military said on Monday it had rerouted 55 commercial vessels sailing towards Iran as part of its operations to enforce restrictions on Iranian ports. The US Central Command, which coordinates US operations in the Middle East, said in a statement published on X that it had rerouted the vessels, disabled two others and inspected two additional ships to ensure compliance with the restrictions.

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Iran, Oman 'very close' to reaching deal, Araghchi says
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

Iran, Oman 'very close' to reaching deal, Araghchi says

During a press conference in Tehran, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi stated that negotiations with Oman over a "temporary route" for the Strait of Hormuz are "very close to reaching a conclusion". During the same presser, Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian made remarks on the management of the Hormuz crisis, underlining that "violations occur in every memorandum of understanding," and thus "a team should have been formed to address violations rather than to fight".

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DW News
center60d ago

Is Iran's middle class being pushed into poverty?

Economists report that the ongoing conflict, exacerbated by sanctions and trade disruptions, has pushed an estimated 3.5 to 4.5 million more Iranians into poverty since last year, with inflation nearing 69% and food prices soaring. This economic contraction has severely impacted middle-class families, forcing them to cut back on essentials like meat and medical care, while businesses face uncertainty due to currency collapse and shifting trade routes.

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Trump signals shift to economic pressure on Iran over new military strikes
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Al Jazeera
center60d ago

Trump signals shift to economic pressure on Iran over new military strikes

President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that the U.S. is prioritizing economic pressure, including a naval blockade, over new military strikes to compel Iran toward a deal, citing Iran's severe financial difficulties. This approach comes as Oman-mediated talks over the Strait of Hormuz appear close to a breakthrough, though Iran insists on U.S. behavioral changes before fully reopening the waterway.

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UK couple detained in Iran ends hunger strike
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

UK couple detained in Iran ends hunger strike

A British couple detained in Iran accused of spying have ended their latest months-long hunger strikes protesting their treatment in prison, their family said Monday. Lindsay and Craig Foreman, both aged in their early 50s, were seized in January 2025 as they passed through Iran while on a round-the-world motorbike trip.

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Iran says it is not concerned by new 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement'
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Middle East Eye
center60d ago

Iran says it is not concerned by new 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement'

Esmaeil Baghaei, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, said on Monday that Tehran saw no reason to be concerned that a new security pact between Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia is directed against Iran. Baghaei said the pact showed a "change in perception" towards US, as well as a shift in regional countries' approach to security, with greater reliance on their own capabilities rather than outside powers.

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After months out of public view, Iran releases undated video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right60d ago

After months out of public view, Iran releases undated video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Iran's semi-official Mehr News Agency released an undated, brief video appearing to show Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei speaking with a group of men, the first public footage of him in months. The release follows conflicting accounts from President Pezeshkian regarding his access to Khamenei and aims to counter speculation about the leader's health following the assassination of his father.

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Khamenei appoints IRGC founding leaders Rezaee, Zolghadr to senior political positions
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Jerusalem Post — Iran News
right60d ago

Khamenei appoints IRGC founding leaders Rezaee, Zolghadr to senior political positions

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei appointed two founding IRGC leaders to senior political roles on Sunday. Mohsen Rezaee, former IRGC commander, was named Khamenei's representative on the Supreme National Security Council, while Mohammed Bagher Zolghadr, a former IRGC deputy chief, was appointed as Khamenei's political advisor.

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Iran appoints former IRGC chief to top security post
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Middle East Eye
center61d ago

Iran appoints former IRGC chief to top security post

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has named former Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Mohsen Rezaee as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council. Rezaee will also serve as Khamenei’s representative on the council, placing him at the centre of Iran’s security and defence decision-making.

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