Iran arrests 139 foreign nationals over protests in central Yazd province
The protests, which started in December over economic hardships and quickly turned political, were repressed in the most violent crackdown since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Middle East
Istanbul meetings this week focus on avoiding Iran-US conflict, official says
Abbas announces Palestinian Parliament will hold election on November 1
Iran’s Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi calls for ‘day of action’ on February 14
WATCH: Massive fire breaks out in Tehran shopping center amid protests
Firefighting teams arrived at the scene in Tehran's Jannat Abad neighborhood, attempting to extinguish the fire. It remains unclear if the fire was directly related to anti-regime protest activity.
Iran signals willingness to shut down or suspend nuclear program to avoid US conflict - NYT
US President Donald Trump vowed to use force if Tehran ignored his demands and announced an “armada” heading toward Iran.
Turkey delivers advanced drones to Egypt for Sudan operations
Egypt, sharing a 1,200 km border with Sudan, has strongly backed Sudan’s military in its nearly three-year conflict with the RSF paramilitary group.
Hamas document reveals secret plan to maintain control of Gaza admin. under NCAG's noses - KAN
The document outlines how officials affiliated with Hamas must act before the establishment of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG).
Iran fears US strike could break Islamic regime's grip on power by reigniting protests, sources say
"People are extremely angry," a former official said, adding a US attack could lead Iranians to rise up again. "The wall of fear has collapsed. There is no fear left."
Damascus courts Kurdish trust with arrests, Kurds say Sharaa must acknowledge Rojava atrocities
While reports indicate a member of the Syrian Arab Army was arrested for butchering the braid off a murdered female SDF fighter, Kurds say they are still waiting for the violence to be acknowledged
Iran's Khamenei labels protesters 'seditionists' akin to Islamic State as regime kills thousands
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Iranian protesters carried out acts similar to Islamic State and blamed the US for creating the group.
Syrian government forces enter SDF held Hasakah after ceasefire deal
Syrian Interior Ministry forces entered Hasakah on Monday under a deal with the US-backed SDF, marking a key test of coordination after weeks of clashes.
Head of new Gaza leadership Ali Shaath says Rafah Crossing opens 'window of hope' for Gazans
Israel fully reopened the border crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Monday for people on foot, a day after rolling out a limited, one-day pilot on Sunday to address potential logistical issues.
UAE denies reports it would assume civilian administration of Gaza
The UAE issued a blunt denial of reports it would take over Gaza’s civilian administration following a Channel 12 report.
