TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Foreign Ministry’s spokesman condemned remarks by Germany’s top diplomat regarding mine clearance in the Strait of Hormuz, hammering Berlin for distorting reality and seeking to evade responsibility for its role in the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran.
What to expect from Trump's meetings with Erdogan and Sharaa in Ankara Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Mon, 07/06/2026 - 18:58 The US president has praised both leaders for their strength and charm US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pose for a photo during the Gaza ceasefire summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt on 13 October 2025 (Evan Vucci/AFP) Off US President Donald Trump is heading to Turkey for the annual Nato summit on Tuesday, where he is expected to kick off his trip with a meeting with his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and cap off the summit with a sit-down with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Wednesday. Building on personal relationships - especially where his predecessor Joe Biden may have failed - is what Trump does best. The US president has made no secret of his admiration for both regional leaders, calling Erdogan "strong" and Sharaa "tough".
Explosion heard in Damascus during French president's visit An explosion was heard in central Damascus on Tuesday as French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Syrian capital, AFP journalists said, with witnesses reporting smoke rising near a high-end hotel where the leader spent the night. At least one blast was heard before ambulances rushed to the scene, while Macron, the first Western European leader to visit Syria since the 2024 fall of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad, held talks with Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa at the presidential palace.
Spain may style itself as Israel's most fervent adversary, but its sanctions are far from comprehensive Submitted by Ana Maria Monjardino on Mon, 07/06/2026 - 15:00 Madrid, like Colombia and South Africa, has found that despite strong vocal opposition to the Gaza genocide, it has been unable to follow through on its rhetoric Protesters hold Palestinian flags and banners during a demonstration against the participation of Israeli basketball team Hapoel IBI Tel-Aviv in the Euroleague, ahead of their match against Valencia Basket, in Valencia, Spain, 15 October 2025 (Jose Jordan/AFP) Off As criticism of Israel’s genocide continues in Gaza and government across the Americas and Europe have remained largely muted, Spain has stepped into the vacuum as one of the most vocal critics of the country in the West. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has called for multilateral measures to end the arms trade with Israel, including a push to suspend the EU–Israel Association Agreement. It is also the only EU country to have formally recalled its ambassador and, back in October 2023, announced it was halting arms sales to the country.
On its 250th birthday, America must leave behind the illusion of primacy Submitted by Jeffrey D. Sachs on Mon, 07/06/2026 - 15:21 The failed Iran war presents costly proof that global dominance was always beyond Washington's grasp People wait to re-enter the event site after being evacuated due to storms during Independence Day celebrations in Washington, DC, on 4 July 2026 (Amid Farahi/AFP) On On the fourth of July, the United States turned 250 - an event that summoned the founders who spoke of a republic seeking “a decent respect to the opinions of mankind”, rather than dominion over them. Yet the story that matters most for our own moment does not begin in 1776.
QOM (Tasnim) – Massive crowds gathered in Qom on Tuesday for the funeral procession of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, with the ceremony beginning after funeral prayers at the Jamkaran Mosque before mourners marched toward the shrine of Hazrat Masoumeh (SA).
Watch: Crowds march through Tehran during funeral procession for Iran's slain Supreme Leader Aerial footage from the funeral procession of Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Monday showed hundreds of thousands of people marching through the streets of Tehran. Iranian media estimated that millions gathered in the capital to mourn the slain leader. Aerial footage from the funeral procession of Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Monday showed hundreds of thousands of people marching through the streets of Tehran.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council hit back at the US president over his latest threats against Iran, warning that Tehran will respond "in another language" if Washington continues to address the Iranian nation with threats.
A U. S. official said Iranian missiles struck two commercial ships.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the massive turnout at the funeral of martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei demonstrated the Iranian nation's unity and resilience, urging Washington to abide by its commitments under the Islamabad MoU.
Araghchi says US-Iran talks will not start if Washington threats continue Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi indicated that discussions between Tehran and Washington will not begin if US threats continue. "Millions of proud Iranians rallied in unity to honor Grand Ayatollah Khamenei and his legacy. Neither them nor our Brave Armed Forces are moved by any threats," he wrote in a post on X.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Parliament speaker said those responsible for the assassination of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution will face the consequences of their actions, noting that the massive turnout in the Leader’s funeral reflected the Iranian nation’s unwavering demand for revenge.
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Tensions have reignited amid an attack on an oil tanker off the coast of Oman, with severe damage to the vessel reported. While Axios indicated that two US officials blamed Iran for the attack on the ship, Tehran's IRIB state broadcaster reported that the targeting happened after the vessel "ignored repeated warnings". Here are more updates from across the region: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said that he is preparing to travel to the White House for a meeting with US President Donald Trump towards the end of July, where the two are set to discuss the framework of the agreement with Israel.
Netanyahu says US giving Turkey F-35 jets would 'upset power balance' in the region Netanyahu says the US shouldn’t give Turkey F-35 jets as it would "upset the power balance" maintained by "Israeli air superiority" and "America’s posture" in the region. Tensions between Israel and Turkey have escalated in recent times, as leaders exchanged pointed accusations amid a deepening geopolitical rift regarding competing influence in Syria. Turkey has also emerged as one of the most outspoken critics of Israel’s assaults on Iran, Gaza and Lebanon.
Beijing said the move was not aimed at any particular country, dismissing accusations of escalation A Chinese nuclear submarine launched a long-range ballistic missile with a dummy warhead into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, marking the first such test since 2024.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A large number of mourners attended the funeral prayers offered for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei at the Jamkaran Mosque in Qom.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Yemeni officials attending the funeral procession for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution said Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei’s pure blood will be a motivation to continue the path of resistance.
After days of public mourning ceremonies in the Iranian capital, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin arrived in Tehran’s Azadi Square. This is what I saw covering the miles-long procession on Monday.
Limah [Oman], July 7 (ANI): A tanker reported to be on fire after being hit by an unknown projectile on the port side, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency (UKMTO). In a post on X on Tuesday, UKMTO said that no casualties or environmental impact were reported. The incident occurred 8 nautical miles east of Oman's Limah whilst the ship was travelling southbound.
Iranian media says vessel struck near Oman for 'ignoring repeated warnings' Iranian media say ship attacked in Hormuz after attempting to take US-backed route We have more details on the attack on the tanker attack. The IRIB state broadcaster is reporting that an oil tanker attempting to pass through the Omani route in the Strait of Hormuz was attacked "after ignoring repeated warnings". According to the broadcaster, citing anonymous sources, the vessel was planning to travel through the waterway with the support of the US Navy.
