Why is this Nowruz different from all other Nowruz? - analysis
This Nowruz, Iranians face a crossroads. With the regime weakened, will the Persian New Year mark a turning point in the struggle for freedom? The stakes are higher than ever.
Middle East
Araghchi denies Iran targets civilians, ready to form regional committee to probe strikes - report
University of Oregon analysis maps US, Israeli strikes in Iran
Rising militia strikes leave Washington with few good choices in Iraq - analysis
Hamas urges Iran not to strike neighboring countries, backs retaliation against Israel
The ongoing US-Israeli campaign against Iran and Tehran's retaliation has positioned Hamas in a tricky position, having close ties with both Tehran and with actors in the Gulf.
Lebanese ‘Patriotic Officers’ warn army not to confront Hezbollah, fueling fears over army unity
The unusual warning comes amid external and internal calls to dismiss current Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal.
Araghchi claims Strait of Hormuz open except to enemies, shrapnel hits in central Israel
No problem with Mojtaba Khamenei, Iranian Foreign Minister says • US embassy urges Americans to leave Iraq • Drones strike Kuwait airport's radar system
Shi’ite cells in Gulf states are cooperating with Iran, leaking data, coordinates to IRGC
The clearest evidence of the presence of IRGC agents within some Gulf states is the filming of drone or missile strikes on their targets, even before the actual attack.
US will be 'bombing hell out of shoreline' to get Strait of Hormuz open, Trump says
According to US President Donald Trump's announcement, the strikes were focused on military targets on the island and avoided the oil installations.
Missile strikes helipad in US embassy compound in Iraq
The attack came after a missile was intercepted on its way to Doha, Qatar, on Friday night, with the country evacuating certain areas as a precautionary measure.
Iranian aircraft leaves India with sailors, bodies as Indian ships granted passage through Hormuz
The aircraft had earlier taken off from Sri Lanka carrying the bodies of 84 Iranian sailors killed in a US submarine attack on a warship off the island’s coast last week.
National Security Council issues warning for Israelis in UAE amid Iranian threat
The advisory, which urged Israelis to refrain from participating in events and gatherings linked to Israel, comes as Iranian forces are believed to be intent on targeting Israelis in the Gulf region.
Lured by profits, some shipowners brave mines and missiles to sneak oil past Iran
At least 10 ships operated by Greek companies, and at least two Chinese-operated vessels, have sailed through the strait between Iran and Oman since US and Israeli strikes began on February 28.
Israel declines Lebanon's offer for direct talks, sources say
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed the state's willingness to begin direct negotiations with Israel this week, reportedly going as far as to say he was ready to move toward normalizing ties.
