MYSTERIOUS: Iran - What They Never Told You

I set up a free school for Afghan girls – and the Taliban blindfolded me and broke my nose and jaw

When Basir Arian was summoned to the Taliban headquarters, he knew he had to go. To defy them meant death. The torture left him devastated and sure he had to leave the country

The Guardian - UK · 55m ago

MV Odyssey world cruise suspended in Cambodia as Iran war pushes fuel costs to $8,000 per cabin

The MV Odyssey is currently docked in Sihanoukville after suspending its voyage due to increased fuel costs. The operator, Villa Vie Residences, has emphasised financial difficulties leading to the ship's current situation. Passengers were given minimal notice to disembark while seeking temporary accommodation and living arrangements. Residents are expressing discomfort…

The Economic Times · 1h ago

Hegseth fires top Pentagon military planner as Trump weighs fresh Iran strikes: Report

Army Lt Gen Brett Sylvia has been removed from his post, raising concerns amid escalating tensions with Iran. President Donald Trump is reportedly considering military action against Iran after the midterm elections. Several regional governments are preparing for potential Iranian retaliation if hostilities resume, which may also affect energy infrastructure.…

The Times of India · 1h ago

US warns allies to prepare for possible Iran strikes, retaliation after elections, sources say

US officials have alerted regional allies about potential military action against Iran following the upcoming elections. President Trump's administration is considering renewed strikes against Iran, emphasizing preparations for possible retaliatory actions. Iranian officials express a willingness to pursue diplomatic solutions despite the tensions. The conflict has intensified with Houthi rebels…

The Economic Times · 3h ago

US Iran war: Vance sends letter to Tehran hard-liner in bid to revive peace talks as Trump threatens strikes

US Vice President JD Vance has reached out to Mohsen Rezaei in hopes of opening negotiations with Iran. This initiative comes as President Trump considers military strikes after the upcoming midterm elections. While trying to facilitate dialogue, Vance navigates internal conflict regarding the ongoing war. Rezaei has stated that Iran…

The Economic Times · 5h ago

Vance ‘reaches out to Iran for peace talks’ days after Trump threatens new bombing campaign

Vice president writes letter to Iranian Security Council chief in bid to revive peace negotiations

The Independent UK · 6h ago

Vance tests diplomatic route to Iran as Trump weighs escalation

US vice president JD Vance has opened a direct channel to one of Iran’s most powerful hard-liners in an attempt to revive peace negotiations according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. This developments comes even as US president Donald Trump threatens to resume military strikes in the coming…

The Times of India · 7h ago

The Fed Kept Rates Unchanged. Stocks Edged Up.

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said there are signs that financial conditions have tightened over the weeks since the central bank hiked interest rates in September.

International Business Times · 9h ago

Mediators Gave Iran a Proposal to Avoid Returning to War. Officials Will Reportedly Show it to The Supreme Leader.

The proposal would see Iran allowing UN inspectors to visit its nuclear sites in exchange for sanctions relief.

International Business Times · 10h ago

Qatar presents Iran with new draft deal to end war with US and Israel, Tehran to respond this week

Qatar and Pakistan are leading efforts to mediate a peace deal between Iran and the US. A new draft has been proposed, which addresses concerns of both Tehran and Washington. Iran is expected to respond to this draft by the end of the week. The deal proposes a seven-day timeline…

The Economic Times · 10h ago