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Tehran vows to 'crush' regional infrastructure if US hits Iranian sites

Iran said its response to any US strike on its infrastructure would result in destruction across the region, as multiple reports said Tehran had asked the Houthis to be ready to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threatening a second global shipping chokepoint.

Euronews

US attacks oil tanker in strait of Hormuz as strikes reported in Tehran

US disables unladen oil tanker using Hellfire missiles in strait of Hormuz amid concerns strikes could spiral into open conflict

The Guardian - AU

Chaos and confusion bring US no closer to resolution on strait of Hormuz

Five months of U-turns and false boasts leave Donald Trump in worse position than when he started

The Guardian - UK

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'Era of one-sided deals over': Iran Parl speaker Ghalibaf warns US after trade of strikes in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Parliament Speaker declared one-sided deals are over after US strikes. US forces conducted extensive strikes targeting Iranian military sites this week. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to destroy targets in Jordan in retaliation. Qatar and Jordan strongly condemned Iran's military actions and violations. These events follow Iran's announcement of…

The Economic Times

Mojtaba Khamenei's absence at Ali Khamenei funeral fuels questions over Iran's new leader

Mojtaba Khamenei's absence from his father's funeral raises health and security concerns. He was appointed supreme leader after his father's death in an airstrike. Analysts suggest he may delegate more power to the Revolutionary Guards. His leadership style is expected to differ significantly from his father's. This absence indicates underlying…

The Economic Times

‘Weaker’? Mojtaba Khamenei’s absence from father’s funeral may signal shifting role for Iran leader

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen in public since he was wounded in the US-Israeli air strikes that killed his father and wife – even at their week-long funeral ceremonies this week. While his injuries and the threat of assassination could well have played a role…

France 24

Truce and fire: The ghost of Versailles haunts Trump. But is Iran overplaying its hand?

President Trump declared the June 17 ceasefire with Iran over, ordering fresh US strikes. Iran responded by targeting tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions. The conflict's tempo is now largely controlled by Iran's ability to disrupt oil shipments. Both sides face pressures, with neither in a decisive position…

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Iran's Parliament Speaker Says Strait of Hormuz Will Open Only Under Tehran's Terms, Slams US 'Bullying'

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf doubled down on claims about Tehran controlling the Strait of Hormuz following missile strikes exchanged between the U.S. and Iran.

Benzinga

US releases footage of strikes on 90 Iranian military targets; Tehran warns of retaliation

The United States conducted extensive precision strikes against Iranian military targets. These attacks targeted air defense systems and command networks deep inside Iran. This action followed an initial wave of strikes responding to maritime attacks. Iran issued stern warnings of severe retaliation for further American military actions. International bodies urged…

The Economic Times

Starmer urges return to Iran ceasefire after ‘challenging’ two days

The Prime Minister warned that UK household bills would likely be hit unless the situation improved.

Evening Standard

Trump’s Iran ceasefire was built to fail

Donald Trump's claims of victory over Iran are undermined by ambiguous ceasefire terms. The agreed Memorandum of Understanding allows both sides to pursue war aims by other means. This has created an unstable situation with ongoing accusations of breaches. The US and Israel's air campaign killed Iranian leaders but did…

The Economic Times

Trump warns Iran he will ‘probably’ launch more raids as ceasefire collapses

Donald Trump said it was ‘a waste of time’ dealing with the Iranians.

Evening Standard

Iran’s ‘hardliners’: who they are, what they believe and why they matter

The US and Iran have returned to the brink of conflict after an exchange of strikes on July 7, just three weeks after the two sides had signed a framework deal to end their hostilities. In comments made ahead of the Nato summit in Turkey, Donald Trump declared the ceasefire…

The Conversation

Trump declares Iran ceasefire ‘over’ after wave of strikes

The US president described peace negotiations as a ‘waste of time’.

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The Times of India

'Bending rules, bullying rivals': Iran uses World Cup to mock US - top developments

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian took a swipe at the United States by comparing its role as host of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to its foreign policy, accusing Washington of "bending rules, bullying rivals, creating obstacles, and cheating".

Benzinga

Iran's Parliament Speaker Accuses US of Violating Peace Agreement, Says 'The Era of Bullying and Extortion Is Over'

Iran’s Speaker of the Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, on Tuesday accused the U.S. of committing major violations of the terms agreed upon in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Washington and Tehran following missile strikes.

The Independent UK

US strikes ‘over 80’ Iranian targets after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz

Following the strikes, Iran’s top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused the US of committing ‘major’ violations of the initial ceasefire deal.

The Times of India

Iran says MoU with US an achievement for 'Axis of Resistance' — what does it mean

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met Mohammed Al-Nuaimi, vice chairman of the Houthi supreme political council, in Tehran on Sunday, where he portrayed the recent US-Iran memorandum as a strategic success for the alliance, according to Iranian state news agency IRNA. The meeting took place on the sidelines of…

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Trump Says Iran 'Needs Food', Ghalibaf Fires Back Citing 40 Million Americans on Food Stamps

Iran's Parliament Speaker mocked Trump's claim that Tehran needs American food, reigniting US-Iran tensions despite recent diplomatic efforts.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Mourners gather as six-day funeral for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei starts in Tehran

Iran warned the US and Israel any attacks during the public funeral would be met with a ‘harsh retaliation’

The Economic Times

Iran begins six-day funeral ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran is commencing extensive six-day funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28. Authorities anticipate millions attending in Tehran, aiming to project unity against adversaries. The events are closely watched for signs of his son and successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, who has yet to appear publicly.…

The Times of India

Watch: Top Iranian leaders, including Ghalibaf, break down as Ayatollah Khamenei's week-long funeral begins

Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and foreign minister Abbas Araghchi got emotional during the farewell ceremony for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Friday, as the country began a week-long mourning period for the late leader.

The Economic Times

US must 'accept existing realities' on trade: Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf

Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, asserted that the US must acknowledge a changed global landscape following recent conflicts. He highlighted potential for expanded trade and transit cooperation, particularly with reduced American interference in the Persian Gulf. Ghalibaf also sharply criticized US President Donald Trump's remarks on Iran's economy and…

Euronews

Iran FM confirms reports Israel planned to target Tehran's negotiators

Iran's foreign minister corroborated US media reports that Washington warned Tehran Israel may have had its chief negotiators on a target list during April talks in Islamabad, the same talks that produced the framework deal signed on 17 June.

Bangkok Post

Iranian leaders pay last respects to Khamenei

TEHRAN - Top Iranian officials on Friday paid their final respects to the country’s slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei at the start of a week of funeral ceremonies, with allies and mourners converging on Tehran where his body is lying in state.

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