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Blackouts, hyperinflation, dissent: Iran considers perilous prospect of peace

Conditions that led to bloody prewar protests have been made worse, commentators say

The Guardian - UK

The veil lifted on a quiet rebellion on the streets of Tehran

Iran's women are defying the regime by ditching their hijabs.

The Canberra Times

Iran inflation hits highest level since World War II. Is another crisis brewing?

Iran's annual inflation rate surged to its highest level since World War II in May, highlighting the deepening economic crisis facing ordinary citizens as the country grapples with the fallout of conflict, sanctions and long-standing structural problems.

The Times of India

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Iran rejects reports President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned over power struggle

Over the last 24 hours, reports have surfaced claiming Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned due to an alleged power struggle between his government and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps which is "excluding" him from decision-making in the Iran war. Tehran has outright denied the reports, calling it "rumour mongering" by…

France 24

Iran threatens to suspend peace talks after ‘violation of ceasefire’ in Lebanon

Tehran says it holds Israel and US responsible, while Trump says ‘going silent’ on negotiations ‘would be very good’

The Guardian - UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump ‘calls Netanyahu crazy’ in furious call as Hezbollah agrees to halt attacks

Iranian media said Tehran would not participate in talks while Israel continued to bomb Lebanon

The Independent UK

Did Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian Resign Over an IRGC Takeover of His Government?

Amid US-Iran ceasefire talks, reports claim Iran's leadership faces internal power struggles, with allegations of an IRGC takeover. Iranian officials deny these claims, emphasising political stability.

International Business Times UK

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Iran president Pezeshkian submits resignation letter to supreme leader over IRGC control, says report; official rejects claim

Reports emerged of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian submitting a resignation letter, citing exclusion from decision-making and IRGC control. He reportedly stated an inability to govern effectively under these circumstances. However, an official from the president's office dismissed these claims as baseless rumors and wishful thinking from foreign networks.

The Times of India

Reconnected? Iranians say only 'drip-feed' internet has returned after three-month shutdown

After almost three months of being cut off from the world, internet access was partially restored in Iran starting on Tuesday. While some rejoice at finally being reconnected and able to check in on their loved ones, many complain about the persistent slowness in connectivity and doubt a complete restoration…

France 24

Iran’s Internet Back After Over 80 Days of Darkness. But Donald Trump’s Sanctions Have Left the Country in Digital Ruins

Iran had been completely cut off from the world for 2,093 hours, the longest such outage ever recorded for any country.

The Mary Sue

Iran partially restores internet access after months-long shutdown

Iran has partially restored internet connectivity after an extended shutdown. This move comes after nearly three months of limited access. While some home internet services are back, mobile connections remain affected. This development follows earlier blackouts linked to protests and the ongoing conflict. The restoration marks a significant shift, though…

The Economic Times

Iran partially restores internet access after three-month shutdown

Iranian authorities on Tuesday partially restored internet access after an almost three-month nationwide shutdown imposed during the war with Israel and the United States. While home broadband connections resumed in some areas, mobile internet remained largely blocked, leaving many Iranians still reliant on VPNs to access international websites and social…

France 24

Iran's internet flickers back on despite judicial halt, reports claim

Live metrics show partial restoration of connectivity after President Pezeshkian ordered the international internet to be reopened, but an Iranian court has suspended the order before it could fully take effect, leaving Iranians in legal and digital limbo on day 88 of the country's longest blackout.

Euronews

Mojtaba Khamenei sidelined, IRGC in command - Is Iran going the Pakistan way or will it be something worse?

Iran may be edging toward Pakistan's model of power concentration: A system where elected leaders remain in office, but the military-security establishment holds the real levers of authority.

The Times of India

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Why is the Iran deal still stuck? Hormuz, uranium, US blockade and the unresolved fault lines

Intense diplomatic efforts are underway to secure an agreement between the US and Iran, aiming to end the Middle East conflict, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and ease energy market pressures. Despite claims of progress, significant disagreements persist over uranium enrichment, sanctions relief, and regional influence, leaving a final deal…

The Economic Times

Iran "not seeking nuclear weapons," says President Pezeshkian amid peace talks

According to state media Press TV, the President made these remarks during his visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB). Pezeshkian said the Islamic Republic remains open to providing assurances that its nuclear programme is strictly peaceful in nature.

The Independent UK

Trump gives Tehran new warning on nuclear weapons as US and Iran edge towards peace deal

US says ‘significant progress’ made towards peace – but Trump stressed on Sunday that Tehran ‘must understand’ it cannot have a nuclear weapon

Euronews

Tehran's tiered internet leaves most Iranians in the dark 82 days on

Iran's 82-day internet blackout has created a multi-tiered system, granting officials and businesses some access while ordinary citizens pay up to 12 times as much for VPNs, Iranians back home told Euronews.

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‘There won’t be anything left’: Trump says ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as nuclear talks stall

US President Donald Trump intensified pressure on Iran on Sunday as diplomatic efforts to end months of conflict in the Middle East appeared to edge closer to collapse. Trump issued a stark warning on social media following a call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, signalling growing frustration over stalled…

The Economic Times

Trump returns from China with little progress on reopening Hormuz

Iran says passage through the Strait of Hormuz will return to normal once security is restored. US President Donald Trump seeks to reopen the critical waterway after talks with China. Iran insists on maintaining control. Disruptions have caused oil prices to surge. The US has imposed sanctions on Iran's oil…

The Economic Times

Iran forms agency to control Hormuz shipping

Iran has formed a new government agency to control passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This move raises concerns for international shipping. Meanwhile, peace talks continue between Iran and the U.S. mediated by Pakistan. Both sides are reviewing proposals. Hopes for an end to the conflict are growing, impacting global…

The Independent UK

Iran creates new agency to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz while reviewing peace deal with US

Iran has created a government agency to control and tax vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz

Euronews

Iran's president says he met Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei amid persistent health rumours

As speculation grows over the possibility of an agreement between Iran and the US, Pezeshkian said he had met with the new Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who is still to appear in public following his appointment.

The Guardian - UK

UAE says air defences engaging with Iranian attacks – as it happened

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The Independent UK

Iran war briefing: Trump pauses ‘Project Freedom’ after just two days

US president Donald Trump has announced he will pause his ‘Project Freedom’ plan to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing “great progress” toward a deal to end the war with Iran. Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian said the US is pursuing “a policy of maximum pressure” while also expecting…

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