Ivanka Trump targeted in IRGC-linked assassination plot - report
The New York Post reported that an IRGC-trained Iraqi suspect pledged to kill Ivanka Trump in retaliation for the US killing of Qasem Soleimani.
Middle East
Pakistan tries to bridge gaps between Iran, IDF strikes Hezbollah weapons site in Lebanon
Iran, Oman negotiate possible tolls system for Strait of Hormuz even as US warns against it - NYT
No deal in sight if US insists on discussing nuclear issue, Iranian FM spokesperson says - report
Third Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to China, data shows
Iran approved the shipment to help build confidence between Qatar and Pakistan, which is mediating in peace talks, according to two people familiar with the matter.
Iran’s Baha’i, Christian facilities targeted by discriminatory policies, CSW tells ‘Post’
Human rights groups have warned that regime authorities detained dozens of Baha’is in arbitrary arrests, many without charge, and denied them communication with their families or legal counsel.
Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors
Sailors interviewed by Reuters in recent weeks have described the hardships and anxieties of their experience, and a federation representing them warns of dire conditions.
Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source
Doha had until now distanced itself from playing a mediation role in the Iran war after it came under attack from Iranian missiles and drones during the latest conflict.
Pakistan tries to bridge gaps between Iran, US as Trump cancels trip to son's wedding, flies to DC
No deal in sight if US insists on discussing nuclear issue, Iranian FM spokesperson says • Rubio to tell NATO ministers Trump 'very disappointed' over Iran war stance • IDF strikes Hezbollah sites
Iran could launch surprise attack against Gulf States, Israel, say officials
Warnings of a potential surprise Iranian attack on Gulf States and Israel come as US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disagree on how to proceed with Tehran.
US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
The US House of Representatives had blocked three previous war powers resolutions in close votes earlier this year, with near-unanimous support from Republicans.
Rubio tells NATO ministers Trump 'very disappointed' over Iran war stance
US President Donald Trump has criticized NATO members for not doing more to help with the US-Israel war with Iran, even threatening to withdraw from the alliance.
Iran propaganda push seeks to project unity despite internal divisions
While Iran has managed to withstand US and Israeli airstrikes and brought President Donald Trump back to the negotiating table by closing the Strait of Hormuz, it faces a dire situation internally.
Trump vows US will retrieve enriched uranium from Iran
"I can think of nothing more important than the fact that we cannot let Iran have a nuclear weapon," said Trump.
