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Iranian footballers get visas but tensions persist

WASHINGTON - New attacks in the Middle East on Friday threatened to unravel an already fragile US-Iran ceasefire, even as American officials confirmed that Tehran’s football players had received visas for the World Cup.

Bangkok Post

Iran targets US military vessel's 'command center' in Gulf of Oman, Centcom dismisses claim

Iran's state media reported its navy targeted a US destroyer in the Gulf of Oman, citing US actions against Iranian commercial vessels. The US Central Command refuted the claim, stating its military assets at sea are operating safely and unimpeded.

The Times of India

Fragile ceasefire faces fresh test as missiles keep flying as Iran, US trade new blows: Key details

Tensions in West Asia surged as Iran's IRGC claimed to target a US military base, while Washington announced fresh strikes on Iranian radar and command-and-control sites. Kuwait's air defense systems also responded to drone and missile attacks amid ongoing exchanges and diplomatic efforts.

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Vance optimistic as US-Iran deal awaits Trump green light

WASHINGTON - US Vice President JD Vance said Washington and Tehran are close to agreeing a deal to extend their ceasefire in the Middle East war, but the potential breakthrough still hangs on President Donald Trump’s approval.

Bangkok Post

US-Iran truce deal awaits Trump as strikes test ceasefire

US and Iranian negotiators edged toward a deal to extend their fragile ceasefire for 60 days, but the potential breakthrough was still hanging on President Donald Trump'on Thursday. Late on Thursday, US Vice President JD Vance told reporters that Trump was not yet ready to approve it, even though negotiations…

The Economic Times

Bigger proportion of non-Iran ships crossing Hormuz strait: Data

The proportion of vessels not linked to Iranian ownership that are transiting the key Strait of Hormuz has risen, according to data from maritime firm Lloyd's List Intelligence shared Thursday. Adding to the uncertainty, Iranian forces have fired at four ships attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without authorisation,…

The Economic Times

US, Iran accuse each other of violating truce after attacks

The US and Iran accused each other of breaching a fragile ceasefire after fresh clashes around the Strait of Hormuz, marking the worst flare-up since the truce began in April. Iran said it fired at unauthorised ships and targeted a US-linked airbase after strikes near Bandar Abbas, while US forces…

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US and Iranian strikes the most serious since truce began

TEHRAN - The United States and Iran traded strikes on Thursday in their most serious clash since an April ceasefire began, rattling ongoing efforts to negotiate an end to the war and open the vital Strait of Hormuz.

Bangkok Post

US and Iran exchange strikes as Israel intensifies attacks on southern Lebanon

US forces down drones near strait of Hormuz, sparking attack on American airbase in Kuwait

The Guardian - AU

Iran says ‘low’ possibility of return to war with US

TEHRAN - Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Wednesday that a return to war with the United States was unlikely, while warning that the Islamic republic stood ready against any attack.

Bangkok Post

US strikes Iran, Tehran hits back with attack on American air base

The United States carried out strikes on a ground control station in the south of Iran on Thursday, prompting retaliation from Tehran which targeted a US base in the most serious clashes since the April ceasefire began.

France 24

Iranian TV teaches viewers to shoot as IRGC ramps up child recruitment

Iranian state TV has broadcast live weapons training, including simulated shooting at Trump, Netanyahu and the UAE flag, as the IRGC formally recruits children as young as 12 for checkpoints.

Euronews

US and Iran exchange fire in Strait of Hormuz, Trump says ceasefire holds

The US military said it struck Iranian targets in self-defence but that it does not seek escalation. Iran said it launched missiles at "enemy" forces in the waterway after a claimed US attack on an oil tanker, and reported shooting down several drones.

Euronews

Watch: Video shows how Iran navy forces seized ships in Strait of Hormuz amid US standoff

Iran released footage showing its forces seizing two commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with the IRGC claiming the vessels were diverted to Iranian waters over alleged security violations. Meanwhile, Panama condemned the seizure of the MSC Francesca as “illegal,” warning it poses a serious threat to maritime security.…

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Iran’s chief negotiator blames US for 'failing to gain trust' after peace talks in Pakistan collapse

Iran's chief negotiator blamed the US for the failure to reach a deal at Islamabad talks, citing a lack of trust despite Iran presenting "forward-looking initiatives." US Vice President JD Vance stated no agreement was reached, emphasizing the need for Iran's affirmative commitment against pursuing nuclear weapons.

The Independent UK

Every facet of Iran's military and theocracy is under assault. These images show the damage

The U.S. and Israel are striking a much wider array of targets in Iran than they did during 12 days of war last summer, when their focus was on the country’s nuclear enrichment sites

International Business Times

(VIDEO) Eight Killed as Protesters Storm US Consulate in Karachi After Iran Confirms Khamenei Killed

At least eight people were killed and more than 40 injured when thousands of protesters stormed the US Consulate General in Karachi on March 1, 2026

The Independent UK

Voices: The Islamic Republic’s authority is a casualty of its war with Israel

INDEPENDENT PERSIAN: The image of the Islamic Republic’s crumbling edifice is visible not just to Iranians but to the world. This could be the point of no return, writes Azadeh Eftekhari

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Al Jazeera

Trump warns Tehran residents to ‘evacuate immediately’. But can they?

Tehran, home to 10 million people, suffers from severe traffic congestion making a speedy evacuation impossible.

Latin Times

'Disgusting' MAGA Influencer Laughs as Iranian Media Is Struck by Israeli Airstrike on Live TV: 'Something Seriously Wrong With You'

Controversial far-right influencer Laura Loomer mocked a live broadcast capturing the moment an Israeli airstrike hit Iran's TV network, IRIB.

Al Jazeera

Israel bombs Iran’s state TV after threatening it would ‘disappear’

Strike on the secure media compound during a live broadcast is highly symbolic as tensions between Israel and Iran soar.

Latin Times

WATCH: Iranian TV Broadcasts Live As Its Hit By An Israeli Airstrike

Iran's state broadcaster IRIB was hit by an Israeli airstrike while it was broadcasting live, prompting the host to abruptly leave her seat

Reuters

Iran hangs Swedish-Iranian convicted over attack that killed 25 people

Iran on Saturday executed a Swedish-Iranian dissident convicted of leading an Arab separatist group accused of attacks including one on a military parade in 2018 that killed 25 people, the Iranian judiciary said.

Reuters

Iranian military factory hit by drone attack

A loud explosion struck a military industry factory near the central Iranian city of Isfahan overnight in what Tehran said on Sunday was a drone strike by unidentified attackers.

Al Jazeera

US says Iran’s latest response on nuclear deal ‘not constructive’

US and Iran have been trading changes to a ‘final’ proposal to revive the accord, presented by the EU in early August.

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