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Iraqi PM's Secret Tehran Visit, Facilitated by Trump, Aims to De-escalate US-Iran TensionsPolitics

Iraqi PM's Secret Tehran Visit, Facilitated by Trump, Aims to De-escalate US-Iran Tensions

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi made a secret visit to Tehran, reportedly at the request of US President Donald Trump, in an effort to de-escalate tensions between the United States and Iran. The visit aimed to open channels for de-escalation and prevent Iraq from being drawn into a wider regional conflict.

The National|November 9, 2026
Tehran Rally Sees Burning of Trump, Vance, and Netanyahu BannersMiscellaneous

Tehran Rally Sees Burning of Trump, Vance, and Netanyahu Banners

A rally in Tehran involved the public burning of a large banner featuring Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and Benjamin Netanyahu. The event was documented in a 30-second video.

Al Jazeera English|November 5, 2026
Iran's Supreme Leader Dismisses Midterm Impact on US Hostility, Citing Deep MisconceptionPolitics

Iran's Supreme Leader Dismisses Midterm Impact on US Hostility, Citing Deep Misconception

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated that midterm election results will not change US hostility towards Tehran, calling any such belief a grave misconception. The ongoing US-Israeli conflict in Iran has impacted global energy prices and was a campaign focal point.

Egypt Independent|November 4, 2026
Iranian Man Recounts Devastation After US-Israeli Attack Kills 12 Family Members, Including WifeMiscellaneous

Iranian Man Recounts Devastation After US-Israeli Attack Kills 12 Family Members, Including Wife

Hamed Mirzaei recounts the devastating loss of 12 family members, including his wife, in a March 2026 attack on his Tehran home, which he attributes to the United States and Israel. He describes his ongoing grief and his inability to leave the ruins of his former life.

Al Jazeera English|October 30, 2026
Gulf Nations Convene in Tehran: A Last Ditch Effort to Avert Regional Conflict?Politics

Gulf Nations Convene in Tehran: A Last Ditch Effort to Avert Regional Conflict?

Top officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkiye are meeting with Iranian leaders in Tehran amid heightened US-Iran tensions and spillover conflict from Yemen. The meeting is viewed as a critical diplomatic effort to de-escalate the situation and secure the region.

Al Jazeera English|October 27, 2026
Tehran Hosts Security Talks Amidst Palestinian-Israeli TensionsMiscellaneous

Tehran Hosts Security Talks Amidst Palestinian-Israeli Tensions

Delegations have gathered in Tehran for security talks, as Palestinians and Israelis voice their views amidst rising tensions ahead of an election.

Al Jazeera English|October 26, 2026
Saudi Defence Minister Leads Makkah Pact Delegation to Tehran for Regional De-escalationPolitics

Saudi Defence Minister Leads Makkah Pact Delegation to Tehran for Regional De-escalation

Saudi Arabia's Minister of Defence, Prince Khalid bin Salman, is heading to Tehran with a delegation from Makkah Pact countries to discuss de-escalation and diplomatic solutions for regional crises. The visit includes high-ranking officials from Pakistan, Turkey, and Iran.

The National|October 26, 2026
Iran Stages Mock Arrest of Donald Trump in Tehran DisplayMiscellaneous

Iran Stages Mock Arrest of Donald Trump in Tehran Display

Tehran has unveiled a symbolic display featuring a mock installation of former US President Donald Trump in a jail cell, highlighting ongoing political tensions.

Al Jazeera English|October 21, 2026|2
Iran Scores Diplomatic Wins at the UN, but New Proposal Faces US SkepticismPolitics

Iran Scores Diplomatic Wins at the UN, but New Proposal Faces US Skepticism

Iranian leaders made high-profile diplomatic moves at the UN General Assembly and presented a new proposal to the US, though Washington's response remains uncertain amid ongoing tensions.

Egypt Independent|September 26, 2026|1
Iran Warns US of Crushing Retaliation Following Trump's UN ThreatsPolitics

Iran Warns US of Crushing Retaliation Following Trump's UN Threats

Iran's military and political leadership have warned the United States against any new attacks following threats made by US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly.

Egypt Independent|September 23, 2026|1
Azeez Al-Shaair Pays Tribute Amid Sightings of Mystery Object Over TehranSports

Azeez Al-Shaair Pays Tribute Amid Sightings of Mystery Object Over Tehran

NFL player Azeez Al-Shaair honors a Palestinian girl killed by Israel, coinciding with footage of a mystery object hovering over Tehran.

Al Jazeera English|September 21, 2026|1
France Summons Iranian Ambassador Following Closure of Tehran Language Centre Amid Escalating TensionsPolitics

France Summons Iranian Ambassador Following Closure of Tehran Language Centre Amid Escalating Tensions

France is summoning the Iranian ambassador after Tehran shut down a French language centre, deepening diplomatic tensions between the two nations.

The National|September 21, 2026
France to Summon Iranian Ambassador Following Closure of Tehran Language CentrePolitics

France to Summon Iranian Ambassador Following Closure of Tehran Language Centre

France has announced it will summon Iran's ambassador and take retaliatory measures after Iranian authorities shut down a French-language centre in Tehran, citing alleged violations of diplomatic conventions.

Al Jazeera English|September 20, 2026|2
Severe Medicine Shortages in Iran Expose the Vulnerable Amid US Sanctions and Economic CollapseHealth

Severe Medicine Shortages in Iran Expose the Vulnerable Amid US Sanctions and Economic Collapse

US sanctions, inflation, and economic collapse have left sick individuals in Iran struggling to access essential medications amid severe shortages and soaring prices.

Egypt Independent|September 20, 2026|1
Skyrocketing Car Prices Expose the Harsh Reality of Iran's Economic CrisisEconomy

Skyrocketing Car Prices Expose the Harsh Reality of Iran's Economic Crisis

An economic crisis and soaring car prices in Iran have left citizens struggling to afford vehicles, highlighting a broader cost-of-living emergency.

Al Jazeera English|September 19, 2026|1
Pentagon Reports $45.1 Billion Price Tag for War with Iran in Update to CongressPolitics

Pentagon Reports $45.1 Billion Price Tag for War with Iran in Update to Congress

The Pentagon has informed Congress that the ongoing war with Iran has cost $45.1 billion, surpassing previous budget projections while excluding certain repair and indirect expenses.

Egypt Independent|September 19, 2026|1
Iranian Women Defy Laws to Participate in Tehran Race Without HijabsCulture

Iranian Women Defy Laws to Participate in Tehran Race Without Hijabs

Iranian women defied local laws by participating in a race in Tehran without wearing a hijab, as captured in a short video.

Al Jazeera English|September 19, 2026|1
Hundreds of Thousands of Iranians Rally in Tehran to Show Defiance Against USPolitics

Hundreds of Thousands of Iranians Rally in Tehran to Show Defiance Against US

Hundreds of thousands of Iranians marched in Tehran to demonstrate defiance against the US, showcasing a newly formed volunteer military force amidst ongoing economic and geopolitical tensions.

Al Jazeera English|September 18, 2026|1
Pentagon Watchdog Details Heavy US Losses, Missile Shortages, and Facility Damage in First Review of Iran WarBreaking News

Pentagon Watchdog Details Heavy US Losses, Missile Shortages, and Facility Damage in First Review of Iran War

A newly released Pentagon watchdog report provides the first formal accounting of US facility destruction, munition shortages, and diplomatic damage resulting from the early months of the Iran war.

Egypt Independent|September 15, 2026|1
Omani Official Announces Indefinite Postponement of Iran-Gulf Talks on Opening the Strait of Hormuz Without USPolitics

Omani Official Announces Indefinite Postponement of Iran-Gulf Talks on Opening the Strait of Hormuz Without US

An Omani official announced the indefinite postponement of a planned regional meeting between Gulf diplomats and Iranian officials regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The talks, which excluded the United States, aimed to discuss an Omani plan for reopening the waterway.

Egypt Independent|September 14, 2026|1
American Airman Recounts Harrowing Rescue After Being Shot Down in IranBreaking News

American Airman Recounts Harrowing Rescue After Being Shot Down in Iran

An American airman rescued from Iran after his jet was shot down shared harrowing details of his 50-hour ordeal and daring recovery in a recent television interview.

Egypt Independent|September 14, 2026|1
Commercial Vessel Struck in Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating US-Iran TensionsEconomy

Commercial Vessel Struck in Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating US-Iran Tensions

An Iranian commercial vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz resulting in one death, while regional tensions mount and Houthi rebels claim an attack on a Saudi military base.

Egypt Independent|September 13, 2026
Iran-Backed Houthi Rebels Capture Strategic Red Sea Island and Port, Threatening Global Shipping LanesPolitics

Iran-Backed Houthi Rebels Capture Strategic Red Sea Island and Port, Threatening Global Shipping Lanes

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have captured the strategic Perim Island and the port town of Mocha, raising global concerns over vital Red Sea shipping routes and potential impacts on oil prices amidst the wider US-Iran conflict.

Egypt Independent|September 12, 2026|1
Blame Erupts After Iran-Backed Houthis Capture Key Yemeni Port and Strategic Red Sea IslandPolitics

Blame Erupts After Iran-Backed Houthis Capture Key Yemeni Port and Strategic Red Sea Island

A rapid advance by Iran-backed Huthis down Yemen's Red Sea coast has led to the fall of Mocha and Perim Island, sparking a blame game among US and regional allies.

Egypt Independent|September 12, 2026|1