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Iran is ready for any necessary steps to reach deal with US, deputy foreign minister says

The Iranian diplomat said any US strike on Iran is "a real gamble," adding that Tehran is ready to reach a deal with Washington as soon as possible.

Then-Iranian permament represenative at the UN, and current Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi speaks at the UN building in New York, June 24, 2019; illustrative.
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters onboard Air Force One, on travel from West Palm Beach, Florida, to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, February 16, 2026.

Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks to U.S. troops, next to a banner reading, "Peace Through Strength", during a visit to Al Udeid Air Base in Doha, Qatar, May 15, 2025.

Pentagon moves troops at Qatar Al Udeid, Middle East bases amid tensions with Iran - NYT

 L to R: Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, US President Donald Trump against backdrop of respective flags and missile strikes.

The tipping point that changes history - opinion


Advisory warns of 'heightened threat environment' in US after Iran strikes

The National Terrorism Advisory System put out a warning within the US of a "heightened threat environment" after the US strike on Iran nuclear facilities.

 Iranians burn a U.S. flag during the 45th anniversary of the U.S. expulsion from Iran, in Tehran, Iran November 3, 2024.

Pro-Israel Christian groups urge Trump to confront Iran

The initiative urges the president to take “bold steps” to neutralize Iran’s nuclear threat and support regime change in the Islamic Republic.

Congressional Israel Allies Caucus Celebrates Independence Day on Capitol Hill Over 300 Rabbis and Pastors Gather in Washington, D.C. for Israel Advocacy Day and Independence Day Reception May 6, 2025, Washington D.C.

Starlink operating in Iran, Elon Musk says, as Islamic regime shuts internet down

Following Israel's attack on Iran on Friday, Internet access has been reportedly disrupted across multiple network providers.

 Elon Musk, chief executive officer of SpaceX and Tesla, seen at the Porte de Versailles exhibition center in Paris, France, June 16, 2023

Iranian FM says Israel’s preemptive attack disrupted nuclear talks with US

Iranian foreign minister rejects restraint, vows firm response after Israeli attacks.

 Image of Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi against a backdrop of the Iranian flag, US flag and fire.

Sen. Lindsey Graham urges US to 'go all in with Israel' if Iran refuses nuclear talks - interview

Graham said Operation Rising Lion could be the most successful coordinated military and covert campaign in the history of the Jewish state.

 US Senator Lindsey Graham speaks outside the White House, in Washington, DC, US, February 28, 2025.

Iran faces US without Plan B as nuclear red lines collide

"The plan B is to continue the strategy before the start of talks. Iran will avoid escalating tensions, it is ready to defend itself," a senior Iranian official said.

 Iranian centrifuges are seen on display during a meeting between Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and nuclear scientists and personnel of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), in Tehran, Iran June 11, 2023.

Khamenei endorses ‘Death to America’ chants ahead of nuclear talks

Khamenei praised the crowd's anti-American stance as talks in Vienna approach amid Tehran's defiance.

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looks on during a meeting with Iranian students in Tehran, Iran, March 12, 2025.

Nuclear talks delayed as Iran accuses US of 'provocative statements'

Iran accused the US of "contradictory behavior and provocative statements" after the US warned Iran of consequences for backing the Houthis and imposed new sanctions.

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)

US-Iran nuclear talks progressing well, Trump tells reporters

"I'm pretty sure it's going to happen very soon, without us having to drop bombs all over the place," Trump told the press.

 A model of an Iranian missile is seen during a gathering in Tehran, Iran, April 9, 2025

Iranian FM dangles ‘trillion dollar’ opportunities for US companies in Iran in cancelled address

These statements were supposed to be delivered by the Iranian foreign minister as part of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace think tank’s conference.

 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks during a joint press conference with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi (not pictured), in Tehran, Iran, December 30, 2024