Iran
Iran-US talks back on the table?
Diplomatic activity involving Iran, Oman, Saudi Arabia and US reignites speculation about resumed Tehran-Washington dialogue. Iranian FM visits Muscat whilst President Pezeshkian sends letter to Saudi king interpreted as discreet overture.
Iran air pollution reaches hazardous levels, Danish embassy reports
Air pollution in Tehran reaches hazardous levels with an AQI of 189 recorded at the Danish embassy. Authorities also move schools online for November 25-26 and ban outdoor sports as emergency measures are implemented across the capital.
Iranian foreign minister says Cairo nuclear agreement terminated after IAEA censure
Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi announces termination of Cairo Agreement on nuclear inspections, blaming US and E3 for killing deal through provocations following Israeli attack on Iranian nuclear facilities in June.
UAE officials discuss flight routes to Iran on sidelines of airshow
Iran and UAE aviation officials discuss new flight routes and bilateral cooperation during Dubai Airshow 2025 meeting between Hossein Pourfarzaneh and Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
Iranian dam effectively shut down due to ongoing drought
One of the major dams feeding the Iranian capital's water has reached the dead storage level and unless significant rainfall arrives in the upper catchment this month, even limited withdrawals will soon become impossible.
Iran releases Talara tanker and 21 crew members following STS transfer
Iran releases Talara oil tanker and 21 crew members after six-day detention for fuel smuggling in Persian Gulf waters, following completion of judicial proceedings and cargo discharge.
Iran's Kharrazi urges Trump to pursue 'real negotiations' based on equality
Iran's top foreign policy adviser has called on US President Donald Trump to pursue genuine negotiations based on mutual respect, rejecting talks conducted under coercion following the cessation of dialogue after US-Israel military action.
Iran's snow cover plummets 98.6% as water crisis deepens
Satellite data shows Iran's snow cover has plummeted 98.6% compared to last year, with dam levels at record lows threatening drinking water supplies and agriculture as the country faces an intensifying water crisis.
Deals signed in Syrian gas reset
Syria’s energy pivot accelerates as Chevron and Dana Gas join Gulf partners to rehabilitate war-torn infrastructure and secure urgent fuel supplies.
Iran’s capital faces potential evacuation orders, expert warns
Tehran may require a temporary partial population evacuation if autumn rainfall fails in the next few weeks.
Tehran Friday prayers cleric demands legal action against Donald Trump
Tehran's interim Friday prayer leader urges Iran to formally complain about US President Trump after he admitted leading Israel's attack on Iran during Friday prayers sermon.
Oil tanker diverts to Iranian territorial waters in Gulf of Oman incident
Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker diverts towards Iranian waters after being approached by three boats near UAE's Khor Fakkan in suspected targeted incident, British security firm reports.
Iran's Latyan Dam drops to just 9% capacity amid water crisis
Iran's Latyan Dam falls to just 9% capacity, its lowest level in a decade, as consecutive droughts and 40-50% rainfall drops threaten water supply to eastern and northern Tehran.
Iran tests Shahed 161 drone engine at aerospace exhibition
Iran tests Shahed 161 drone engine at National Aerospace Park exhibition. Indigenous drone has 150km range, two-hour endurance, 26,000-foot ceiling and can carry two 50kg bombs plus optical payloads for reconnaissance and combat missions.
Lufthansa reviews airspace safety as it prepares to resume Tehran flights
Germany’s flagship carrier Lufthansa carried out an on-site assessment of Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) and Iranian airspace as it prepares to restart flights between Frankfurt and Tehran in early 2026.
PANNIER: Booming breadbasket Kazakhstan now shipping grain to three continents
Drought-stricken countries such as Iran thankful Kazakhs are enjoying bumper crops. Improving cargo routes helping to push up shipments.
Iran announces emergency restrictions in Tehran over air pollution
Tehran governorate imposes 24-hour emergency restrictions on mining and school sports across 10 districts due to severe air pollution, whilst keeping schools and offices open on November 11.
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Iran denies alleged plan to assassinate Israel’s ambassador in Mexico
A series of conflicting statements between Washington, Tel Aviv, Tehran and Mexico City has followed allegations that Iran planned to assassinate Israel’s ambassador to Mexico, Einat Kranz-Neiger.
Water shortages reported across Iran's capital as day zero approaches
Iran's water industry spokesman says any planned water restrictions for Tehran residents will be announced in advance. Policy is to manage pressure from midnight to morning, with 10% consumption reduction target through public cooperation.