Iran
Huge billboard in Tehran calls Israel 'weaker than a spider's web' after weekend attack
A large billboard has gone up in the Iranian capital, calling Israel “weaker than a spider’s web” following the Islamic Republic’s drone and missile strike on Israel on April 13.
Dollar retreats in Tehran's market following Iran’s response to Israel
Exchange rates in Tehran's Ferdowsi Street saw a surprise decline on April 15, following Iran's first direct targeting of Israel two nights earlier
ISTANBUL BLOG: Critics seize on Turkey’s silence in face of Israel-Iran crisis
Shadow foreign minister “astonished” regional power Ankara has nothing to say. Observers think Erdogan officials fear derailing of attempt at economic recovery.
Iran escalates hijab crackdown amid heightened regional tensions
As Iran grapples with growing regional tensions with Israel, the police forces across the country have announced the resumed enforcement of mandatory hijab rules for women, causing more strife on the streets.
TEL AVIV BLOG: Experiences on the ground in Israel as Iran strikes
Since October 7, tension has gripped the air in Israel with a tighter grasp than I’ve ever experienced in previous conflicts.
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Gulf Arab states urge restraint in Israel, Iran escalation
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates have expressed deep concerns over the recent military escalation in the Middle East following Iran's unprecedented direct attack on Israeli territory late April 13.
Iran summons British, French, German envoys over stance on retaliatory attack
Iran's foreign ministry summoned the ambassadors of Britain, France and Germany on April 14 for their respective countries' "irresponsible positions" about Iran's retaliatory strike on Israel.
Iran cancels all flights to all airports amid tension with Israel
Iran has suspended all flights to and from major airports until April 15th due to ongoing tensions with Israel following Iran's retaliatory strikes on Israeli soil.
Iran's attempt at a "Goldilocks retaliation" strike on Israel was designed to fail, but tensions remain high
Iran launched its first ever direct military attack on Israel on April 13 after decades of proxy war hostilities. As the dust settles the following morning, the attack seems to have failed with only seven missiles penetrating Israel’s defences.
Iran's President Raisi vows severe retaliation against Israel after missile strikes
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi issued a stern warning to Israel on April 14, stating that Iran's armed forces will deliver a "heavier and more regretful response" to any new "adventurism" against Iran's interests
Iran announces end of retaliatory operation on Israel, no intention to continue
Mohammad Baqeri, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, said Iran's strike on Israel had successfully concluded.
Iran vs Israel: Who is better equipped for war?
The spark has been lit, and the drumbeats of war are sounding in the tumultuous Middle East.
BREAKING: Iraq, Syria and Jordan close airspace amid Iranian strike on Israel
Iraqi Minister of Transport Razzaq Al-Saadawi has announced the closure of Iraqi airspace
BREAKING: Iran launches dozens of drones headed for Israel
Iran has launched dozens of drones from the west of the country, which are currently headed toward Israel.
Netanyahu family wait at billionaire’s missile-proof house in Jerusalem
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara spent the weekend at the luxury villa of American billionaire Simon Falic in Jerusalem.
Iranian MP says Tehran will not initiate war but could 'eliminate' Israel
Mojtaba Zonouri, the vice speaker of the Iranian parliament, said Iran has no intention of initiating a war but could “eliminate” Israel.
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Global airlines suspend flights to and over Iran
KLM of the Netherlands, Qantas of Australia and Austrian Airlines have suspended flights over Iran, and Germany's Lufthansa has stopped flying into the country
Western intelligence: Iran is preparing to attack Israel
The already fragile security landscape in the Middle East has been rocked by the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas, with the spectre of an even wider regional conflict now looming.
Saudi Arabia to scale back plans for Neom city
Saudi Arabia has allegedly revised its plans for the ambitious $500bn Neom project, a futuristic city being developed in the northwest of the country, due to concerns over financing.
Iranian police officers killed in terrorist attack in Sistan and Baluchistan
Alireza Marhamati, the provincial deputy security and law enforcement governor, said a number of armed men affiliated with the Jaish al-Adl terrorist group had attacked police patrols in Sib and Soran counties.