Iran

Trump warns Iran of ‘obliteration’ if assassination attempt succeeds

bnm Gulf and Tehran bureaus February 5, 2025

Trump openly threatens Iran with destruction in the event of his own assassination

Iran demands France pay for dead illegal migrants as tensions grow between Tehran and Paris

bnm Tehran bureau February 4, 2025

Iran's deputy foreign minister Vahid Jalalzadeh has demanded France pay for two dead illegal migrants who died in a mass shooting in France's northern town of Dunkirk in December.

Tehran showcases advances ahead of revolution anniversary

bnm Tehran bureau February 3, 2025

Tehran Municipality has erected banners showcasing the nation's advances across various sectors ahead of the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution on February 10.

Sweden says Stockholm mosque used as Iranian spy centre

bnm Tehran bureau February 3, 2025

The Swedish government has accused the Imam Ali Islamic Centre in Stockholm of serving as a platform for Iranian intelligence operations targeting Sweden and the Iranian diaspora, Social Affairs Minister Jakob Forssmed announced on February 3

Iran eyes role as a digital hub in Persian Gulf region

bnm Tehran bureau February 3, 2025

Iran is aiming to carve out a role as a key data transit corridor linking Asia, Europe, and the Persian Gulf

Iran unveils new air defence system and ballistic missile

bnm Tehran bureau February 2, 2025

Iran unveiled an air defence system and a new medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit to an exhibition of the Defence Ministry’s Aerospace Organisation.

Iran's first post-suspension flight to Europe cancelled by France

bnm Tehran bureau January 30, 2025

Iran’s first planned flight to Europe after several months of suspension, scheduled to depart from Tehran to Paris on January 31, has been cancelled by France.

Iran visa-free agreement with Tajikistan goes into effect

bnm Tehran bureau January 28, 2025

Iran and Tajikistan implemented a visa-waiver agreement on February 2 in a boost to the two Persian-speaking countries' relations.

Iran ends mobile phone registration restrictions in policy shift

bnm Tehran bureau January 28, 2025

Iran has lifted all restrictions on registering imported mobile phones, marking a significant change in the country's anti-smuggling policies, a senior official announced on January 28

Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei labels US epitome of colonialism

bnm Tehran bureau January 28, 2025

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei delivered a sharp critique of the United States during a religious celebration on January 28.

PANNIER: Taliban’s relations with Central Asia imperilled as Trump turns off aid taps

Bruce Pannier January 27, 2025

Afghanistan pays for electricity and food imports with US development assistance. No more?

Iranian jailed businessman Babak Zanjani resurfaces in video promoting cryptocurrency

bnm Tehran bureau January 22, 2025

Babak Zanjani, an infamous Iranian billionaire, has triggered the country’s media again with a new bitcoin-backed “bank,” local media reported this week.

Iran's Hezardastan sells Android app store Café Bazaar to local Tapsell

bnm Tehran bureau January 22, 2025

Iran's Hezardastan Group has completed the sale of Café Bazaar, its app marketplace platform, to digital advertising company Tapsell.

Fighter jet crashes in Iran without casualties

bnm Tehran bureau January 22, 2025

An Iranian Army Air Force plane crashed during a training mission in the western province of Hamedan on the morning of January 22.

Iran’s leader remains silent on Trump at Tehran industry expo

bnm Gulf bureau January 21, 2025

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei remained silent on the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, instead visiting an exhibition of private sector achievements on January 21.

COMMENT: Trump's cryptocurrency venture sparks debate as memecoin risk data emerges

Miad Kasravi in Scotland January 21, 2025

Donald Trump’s rapid leap into cryptocurrency, widely referred to as “Trump Coin,” has triggered a wave of global attention a day into his presidency.

Saving the Caspian Sea for Central Asia and Kazakhstan

Vadim Ni in Almaty January 20, 2025

The Caspian Sea has long been a cornerstone of life for Central Asia, especially for Kazakhstan, where it plays a critical role in supporting local economies, biodiversity and communities.

COMMENT: Iran holds its breath as Trump returns to power

bnm Tehran bureau January 20, 2025

As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, Iranians and their government are holding their breath over what is to come.

Iran seeks to expand nuclear power cooperation with Russia's Rosatom

bnm Tehran bureau January 19, 2025

Iran has expressed interest in building a new nuclear power plant in cooperation with Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom, the company's CEO Alexei Likhachev said.

UPDATED: Hamas military leader thanks Iran, vows resistance will continue

bnm Gulf bureau January 19, 2025

Hamas's military wing spokesman Abu Obeida praised the October 7 attacks on Israel as "unprecedented" and thanked Iran for its "continuous support" in a rare public address.

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