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Iran halts all flights nationwide amid aftermath of Israeli strikes 

Iran has suspended all domestic and international flights across the country until further notice following deadly Israeli airstrikes that struck military and civilian sites early Friday. 

Iran calls for UN security council emergency meeting on Israeli aggression

Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations has urged an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council in the wake of Israel’s assault against Iran.

Iran FM to UN chief: Israel to deeply regret its actions

In a letter to the President of the United Nations Security Council and the UN Secretary-General, Iran’s Foreign Minister described the Zionist regime’s military aggression against the Islamic Republic as a declaration of war and stated that “Israel will deeply regret this reckless act and grave strategic miscalculation it has committed.”

General Staff of Iran Armed Forces: No limits on responding to Israel’s attack

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, following the aggressive act of the Zionist regime and the martyrdom of a group of senior military commanders, nuclear scientists, and ordinary Iranian citizens, emphasized that no limitations remain for responding to the Israeli crime.

IRGC warns Israel to pay dearly for striking Iran

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned Israel that it will have to pay a heavy price for its military attack against Tehran.

Iran vows retaliation after Israeli strikes assassinate top commanders, hit multiple cities

The Iranian government has pledged a forceful and comprehensive response following a wave of Israeli airstrikes early Friday that assassinated dozens, including top military leaders and civilians.

Iran Leader vows harsh retaliation after Israeli airstrikes assassinate top military commanders

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned Israel of “severe punishment” following a deadly Israeli strike early Friday that that targeted both civilian and military sites across the country, leaving dozens dead, including women, children, and several top military officials.

Iran atomic chief: Advanced centrifuges ready to start enrichment in new site

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, announced that Iran is prepared to activate its third uranium enrichment facility in response to the latest IAEA Board of Governors resolution, calling it a reaction to what he termed an “unlawful and extremist” political move by Western powers.

Iran-US nuclear negotiations to resume in Oman on Sunday

The sixth round of US-Iran nuclear talks will be held on Sunday in Muscat, the Omani foreign minister announced on Thursday.

Head of Iran atomic body orders launch of advanced enrichment site following IAEA resolution

The President of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran has issued necessary directives for launching a new enrichment facility in a secure location, in reaction to an anti-Iran resolution passed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Yemen’s Houthis warn US, Israel of ‘war’ if Iran attacked

A source within the Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis, has shared with Newsweek a warning to Washington and Tel Aviv amid reports of a potential Israeli attack being planned against Iran.

US warns countries not to join French, Saudi UN conference on Palestine: Reuters

The United States is lobbying foreign governments not to attend a United Nations conference next week sponsored by Paris and Riyadh on a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, according to a US diplomatic cable reported by Reuters.

Trump tells Netanyahu to end Gaza war, stop Iran threats: CNN

US President Donald Trump has told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in the Gaza Strip and stop talk of an attack on Iran, a source familiar with the conversation told CNN.

Iran to launch third high-security uranium enrichment site in response to IAEA resolution

The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced plans to activate a third high-security uranium enrichment site, following a resolution passed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors criticizing Iran's nuclear program.

IAEA’s board of governors finds Iran isn’t complying with its nuclear obligations

The U.N. nuclear watchdog’s board of governors on Thursday formally found that Tehran isn’t complying with its nuclear obligations for the first time in 20 years, a move that could lead to further tensions and set in motion an effort to restore United Nations sanctions on Iran later this year.

Iranian president: We rely on our people, not US

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian, during a public address in the western province of Ilam, emphasized the importance of national unity and rejected any reliance on the US, saying Iran will not yield to pressure or coercion.

Iran’s envoy warns Tehran may withdraw from NPT if UN sanctions are reinstated

Iran has warned that it could legally withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) if European signatories to the 2015 nuclear accord proceed with endeavors to reinstate United Nations sanctions against Tehran.

Pezeshkian says Iran determined to foster synergy among Islamic countries in support of Palestine

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized that Iran is committed to fostering synergy among Muslim nations to enhance support for the Palestinian people.

FM warns Iran will react ‘strongly’ to potential ‘strategic mistake’ by European troika

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has issued a stern warning to the three European signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal, commonly known as the E3, saying they have failed to fulfill their obligations under the agreement and cautioning against further “strategic mistakes.”

US says reduced presence of staffers not deemed essential in Middle East as tensions rise

The United States is drawing down the presence of staffers who are not deemed essential to operations in the Middle East and their loved ones due to the potential for regional unrest, the State Department and military announced Wednesday.

E3 lacks legal authority to trigger ‘snapback’ of sanctions: Iran’s envoy

Iran’s ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has stated that the three European signatories of the 2015 nuclear deal—Britain, France, and Germany (E3)—are in violation of the agreement and therefore lack the legal authority to activate its “snapback mechanism” and reinstate international sanctions against Tehran.

Support for Palestine Banned at Azadi Stadium!

While support for Palestine was banned during the Iran vs. North Korea national football match by the event organizers, fans in 83 stadiums around the world freely showed a red card to Israel.

Efforts underway to resolve Hirmand water dispute with Afghanistan

Iran’s Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani has said on the sidelines of the cabinet meeting that a portion of Iran’s water rights from the Hirmand River is currently being transferred, and diplomatic efforts are ongoing to ensure the continuation of this process.

Gaza death toll surges past 55,000 as Israel’s war continues unabated

At least 55,104 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s war on the besieged Gaza Strip since October 2023, the Health Ministry announced on Wednesday.

Methanol plant fire in southern Iran leaves 3 dead, 10 injured

A fire and explosion at the Kaveh Methanol Petrochemical Plant in Bandar Dayyer, Bushehr Province, has left at least three people dead and ten others injured, according to local emergency officials. The incident occurred around 11:05 a.m. on Wednesday.