Tag: #MiddleEastTensions
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GULF STATES, U.S. CONDEMN IRAN’S “RECKLESS” MISSILE ATTACKS
Gulf nations and the U.S. are sounding the alarm over Iran’s latest missile and drone strikes, calling them “indiscriminate and reckless.” In a joint statement Sunday night, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the U.S. slammed Tehran for targeting sovereign territories, endangering civilians, and damaging infrastructure. “The Islamic Republic’s actions…
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TRUMP: IRAN WAR COULD LAST FOR WEEKS
The U.S. president says Americans should brace for weeks — not days — of fighting with Iran. In a phone interview with the Daily Mail on Sunday, Donald Trump said the ongoing armed conflict with Iran could run for about four weeks — or even less. “From the outset, it was assumed that it would…
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ISRAEL LAUNCHES ‘PREEMPTIVE’ STRIKE ON IRAN AS EXPLOSIONS ROCK TEHRAN
Tensions in the Middle East spiked sharply Saturday night after Israel announced it had carried out a preemptive strike against Iran. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said the operation targeted Iran, as explosions were reported in Tehran, with thick smoke seen rising over parts of the capital. Sirens wailed across Israel shortly after, and authorities…
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IRAN, U.S. FACE OFF IN HIGH-STAKES NUCLEAR TALKS IN GENEVA
With military tensions rising and deadlines looming, diplomacy returns to the table. Delegations from Iran and the United States are meeting in Geneva for a crucial new round of nuclear negotiations — their third indirect engagement this year, mediated once again by Oman. Iran’s team is led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, while Washington is…
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UN CHIEF’S SOS: STOP THE KILLING IN IRAN’S ECONOMIC RAGE PROTESTS
Day 10 of Tehran fury over skyrocketing costs, UN boss António Guterres “deeply saddened” by deadly clashes, injuries; demands no more lives lost. Spox Stéphane Dujarric: Uphold free speech, assembly let folks air grievances peacefully. All sides, region-wide: Cool tensions, dodge instability. Vids from Tehran/Yasuj Monday; activists say protests hit most provinces last week. Rights…
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IRAN OFFERS DIALOGUE TO PROTESTERS AMID RIOT, CRASHING RIYAL – PEZESHKIAN PLEDGES REFORMS
Iran’s government switched gears Tuesday, promising talks with protest leaders after bazaar shopkeepers and crowds hit Tehran streets Sunday-Monday over skyrocketing inflation from the rial’s record plunge to 1.39M per USD – central bank boss quits, economy reels under sanctions. President Masoud Pezeshkian tasked Interior Minister to hear “legitimate demands,” while spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani announced…
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ISRAEL FACES SHOCK, FRUSTRATION AS ONLY FEW DEAD HOSTAGES RETURNED FROM GAZA
Tensions are high in Israel following the release of only a handful of deceased hostages after 20 survivors were freed from Gaza. While 28 bodies were expected to be handed over under the Gaza ceasefire agreement on Monday, only four coffins arrived, sparking shock and frustration among Israeli officials and families. Hamas has yet to…
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IRAN REFUSES TO SURRENDER TO U.S. BULLYING ON NUCLEAR ISSUE
President Pezeshkian vows dignity and fairness despite international pressures. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Iran will never bow to U.S. “irrational and bullying” behavior on the nuclear issue, emphasizing the country’s readiness for transparent, fair negotiations based on mutual respect. He condemned sanctions and rejected any restrictions, citing a religious decree by Supreme Leader…
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ISRAELI MILITARY STRIKES LEBANON AND SYRIA AGAIN, RAISING REGIONAL TENSIONS
Renewed Israeli attacks hit Lebanon and Syria, drawing sharp condemnation from Damascus. An Israeli drone struck a vehicle south of Beirut, seriously injuring one person, while airstrikes targeted areas near Homs and Latakia in Syria, with no initial casualties reported. Damascus condemned the attacks as violations of international law risking regional security. Israel said it’s…
