Iran
Iran to continue ‘maximum patience’ approach, holding out hope for fair US negotiations
Kamal Kharrazi, head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, says conditions are not currently suitable for negotiations with the US.
Is Iran being offered as a bargaining chip in Russia-US negotiations?
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov conducted a swift but significant six-hour visit to Tehran on February 25, meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Lavrov in Tehran to discuss Trump sanctions and nuclear programme
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov arrived in Tehran on February 25, holding a private meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian.
US Treasury targets Iran's National Oil Co. CEO in new sanctions push
The United States imposed a fresh wave of sanctions on Iran’s oil sector, targeting over 30 individuals and tankers, including the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Co. (NIOC), for facilitating the sale and transportation of Iranian crude.
Iran kills Peugeot model after 25 years production
Iran has finally ended production of the long-in-the-tooth Peugeot Pars model as people move to Chinese competitors in droves.
Millions face longer wait to retire as Iran overhauls pensions
Iran has set maximum retirement ages of 62 for men and 55 for women as part of sweeping pension reforms announced by First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref.
Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines to resume flights to Iran
German flag carrier Lufthansa and its Austrian subsidiary will resume flights to Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in early March.
Thousands mourn Hezbollah leaders at historic Beirut funeral
Tens of thousands of mourners filled Beirut's Sports City Stadium for the funeral of Hezbollah's Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine on February 23, in what officials called Lebanon's largest memorial service in 20 years.
Russia's Rosatom in talks to build new nuclear power plant in Iran
Russian state-run atomic energy giant Rosatom is in talks to construct another nuclear power plant (NPP) in Iran, the company’s chief said.
Gold hits new record as global prices surge while dollar spikes in Iran
Gold prices in Iran spiked due to the weakening rial exchange rate against the US dollar on February 20.
Iran’s embattled energy minister warns of worsening power shortages
Speculation is mounting over Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi's potential dismissal from President Masoud Pezeshkian’s government after widespread blackouts in Tehran.
Brazil to host expanded BRICS summit in July amid US dollar tensions
Brazil will host leaders from the BRICS nations and their new members in Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7, as the burgeoning bloc faces growing pressure from the US over plans to reduce dollar dependence in trade.
INTERVIEW: Kandice Ardiel, UNIFIL's deputy spokesperson in Lebanon
A series of interconnected events has heightened tensions in Lebanon this weekend, beginning with a violent attack on United Nations peacekeepers that has drawn international condemnation.
Trump could use Putin to talk to Iran
Russia's Putin is being floated as a possible "Iran whisperer" as part of the Trump administration's latest push to tackle the long-standing Iran problem.
US and Israel vow to prevent nuclear Iran as Rubio makes first Middle East visit
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Tel Aviv on the evening of February 15, marking his first visit to the Middle East since taking office, as negotiations continue for the release of six remaining hostages and tackle Iran's influence.
US deportation of asylum seekers to Panama condemned by Iran
The United States has deported 119 asylum seekers of various nationalities to Panama, including Iranian nationals who claim they were transferred without notice or deportation documentation.
Brazil drops BRICS currency plan in favour of local payment push
Brazil will not pursue a common BRICS currency during its presidency of the bloc this year, focusing instead on facilitating trade in local currencies despite warnings from US President Donald Trump about challenging dollar dominance.
Iran seizes 240,000 illegal crypto miners as power theft concerns mount
Iranian power utility Tavanir has confiscated over 240,000 illegal cryptocurrency mining devices consuming about 800 MW of electricity, with estimates suggesting three times as many remain active across the country.
Beirut airport protests coincide with security developments and Israeli strikes
Tensions have escalated after demonstrators carrying Hezbollah flags blocked the main route to Rafik Hariri International Airport in Beirut, protesting against Lebanon's decision to prevent an Iranian aircraft from landing.
Iran’s Pezeshkian says dialogue with US possible but not under pressure
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Iran is open to negotiations but not under pressure imposed by the United States.