Vance: Israel should not attack its only powerful ally left, must abide by peace in Lebanon
Vance emphasized that if Iran doesn't change its behavior, it won't "get the benefit of the bargain," of the newly signed MoU.
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Iran deal turns into global loyalty test as tension builds between Trump and Israel - analysis
Iran sentences singer Parastoo Ahmadi, eight others to lashings over performance without hijab
Khamenei’s post-war Iran: What comes next for the regime's Supreme Leader? - analysis
Deadly Iran attacks on Saudi, Bahrain civilian sites may be war crimes, Amnesty International says
At least 28 people were killed and hundreds were injured after Iran launched unprovoked attacks on GCC countries, though information on said attacks was largely restricted by those states.
Trump's Iran deal driven by economics, fear of midterm defeat, not ideology - analysis
The threat of a global recession, rising fuel prices and a potential Republican midterm defeat may have weighed as heavily on Trump's Iran decision-making as concerns over Tehran's nuclear program.
Gulf states hesitant to fund $300b. Iran reconstruction, worried of reinforcing regional rival
While Gulf states were likely relieved by what they see as a “tactical pause,” there is an obvious fear that the financial terms of the agreement would allow Iran to further destabilize the region.
‘Greater jihad begins from today’: Khomeini’s grandson hails US deal as major Iran ‘victory’
Khomeini advised that to maintain victory, Iranians “must stay away from pointless disputes, disputes that are the product of ego and self-centeredness.”
Secret Hamas records given to 'Post' expose covert deception plan behind October 7 - exclusive
The documents, provided by the Meir Amit Institute, detail the progression of Hamas's secret plans to systematically deceive Israel into complacency before the October 7 massacre.
Middle East reroutes its energy networks as region navigates shifting sands - analysis
Investments in new pipelines and energy products will be a key feature in the new regional order.
The US-Iran MoU is a product of Tehran's survival-first strategy - analysis
While Iran has turned toward China for support and to deepen ties, Beijing views Iran as a chaotic regime that doesn’t offer a return on investment.
IDF to remain in Lebanon as long as needed, Netanyahu vows as another IDF soldier killed
Israeli officials remain 'frustrated' over US-Iran agreement • Monthly record number of ships pass through Strait of Hormuz • Mike Pence, Nikki Haley slam Iran deal
UN warns Israeli settlers could join blacklist for violations against children
The report continues to blacklist Hamas’ armed wing and affiliated factions for killing and maiming children and for abductions, and attributes 2,806 violations to Palestinian armed groups.
Trump signs MoU as Iran says uranium will remain in country, IDF's Lebanon attacks 'breach' deal
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said that the country's defensive capabilities "will not be discussed in any process or with any party."
