Iran
Political tensions and security concerns mount as Paris Olympics begin
As the Paris 2024 Olympics prepare to open, the event is facing a complex web of political tensions and security concerns, with reports of potential threats to the event putting the French organisers on high alert.
Ukraine war makes Caspian Sea environmental crisis worse
The war in Ukraine is making a growing environmental crisis in the Caspian Sea worse, claims Zaur Shiriyev, a scholar at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center. Pollution from the war is making an already bad situation worse.
Israel depicts toddler Erdogan in Iran’s lap, Greece takes aim at Turkey’s “junk” jets in wars of words
Known for dishing it out, this week Turkish leader has had to take some of his own medicine.
Iran, China launch freight trains as part of new rail corridor
Iran launched its first freight train to China on July 21 using the new railway. The Iranian train will pass through the neighbouring countries of Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan on its way to China.
Iran swelters as temperatures top 40C in 170 locations across country
Temperatures have exceeded 40C (104 Fahrenheit) at 170 weather stations across Iran on July 20 with Susa hitting hit 50C.
Israel says it struck Yemen’s Hodeidah oil terminal
A series of Israeli strikes on Yemen’s Houthi-controlled port of Hodeidah have left mass destruction in the country.
Yemeni Houthis claim deadly drone attack on Tel Aviv
Yemeni Houthi armed forces spokesman announced on July 19 that they had carried out a drone attack on Tel Aviv, marking the first time the Israeli city has been targeted by Yemeni forces.
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Iran's President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian offers olive branch to industry and workers
Iran's President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged to engage the country's private sector in the nation's economy and production.
Iran open to resuming nuclear talks with US, says foreign minister
Iran's Acting Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani said on July 16 that Tehran welcomes the resumption of talks with the United States.
Experts warn Iran's Golestan will turn into desert within 15 years
Iran’s lush northern Golestan province faces a shocking transformation into a barren wasteland in just 15 years as climate change bites.
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Powering change: Iran's electricity crisis and the path forward under Pezeshkian
Iran’s mismatch between energy supply and consumption has led to industrial power outages and blackouts for residential users, leading to increased poverty, economic losses and social unrest.
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Syria’s Assad says no meeting with Erdogan unless core conflict issues are on table
Pushes for focus on Ankara’s backing for “terrorism” and pullout of Turkish forces
Iran experiences unprecedented heat wave in 50 years
Iran has experienced its hottest temperatures in 50 years, with the city of Ahvaz recording over 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit) for more than seven days.
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Iran’s Pezeshkian-led Reformists face monumental challenge in tackling electricity shortfall
As the days of the current government of Iran are numbered, the nation continues to grapple with widespread power shortages exacerbated by the scorching summer heat.
Iran, Russia sign deal to share ATM networks
The governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), Mohammad Reza Farzin, announced on July 6 that Iran and Russia are set to use their national currencies in trade and connect ATM networks by August.
Markets in Iran react positively to Pezeshkian’s presidential win
Iranian markets reacted positively to the outcome of the second round of snap elections held on July 5 on the first day of trading in the country.
Who is Iran’s President-Elect Masoud Pezeshkian?
Masoud Pezeshkian has been elected as the new President of Iran, securing over 16 votes in the second round of the 14th presidential election on July 6, but who is the new president-elect?
Reformist Masoud Pezeshkian wins Iran presidential election
Iranian reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian won around 53.6% of the vote in runoff elections
Reformist Masoud Pezeshkian wins presidential runoff
Masoud Pezeshkian has been voted in as the ninth president of Iran's Islamic Republic.
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COMMENT: Iran has no friend in Britain's Keir Starmer
With Keir Starmer’s Labour Party achieving a resounding victory in the UK general election on July 5, Iran faces a markedly tough stance from the new British government.