Two years ago the editor of Iran's most hardline newspaper said management of the country's biggest online retailer would "fortunately" pass to those who serve the state. It is now chaired by a former spokesman for the supreme leader's business empire.
DOHA, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- Qatari and Iranian foreign ministers discussed on Thursday the establishment of a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and the implementation of a joint project to clear the strait of mines, according to a statement by the Qatari Foreign Ministry.
Israel replaces Damascus Gate name on East Jerusalem signs Submitted by Fayha Shalash on Thu, 08/27/2026 - 12:51 Israeli authorities change public signage as Palestinians warn of efforts to reshape the city's historic and cultural identity Israeli municipality workers install a new sign for Damascus Gate in occupied East Jerusalem (X) Off Israeli authorities have replaced “Damascus Gate” with “Ancient Gate” on public signs in occupied East Jerusalem, in what critics describe as a further attempt to erase the city’s Palestinian identity. Damascus Gate, on the northern side of Jerusalem’s Old City, is one of the most prominent entrances through its ancient walls. It is also a main route for Palestinians travelling to Al-Aqsa Mosque and a key social gathering point.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Qatari Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani held a meeting with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi in Tehran on Thursday, focusing on bilateral ties and regional de-escalation.
The visit by Qatar's Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani follows a week of intense diplomacy in Iran involving separate meetings with Oman's top diplomat and senior Pakistani officials seeking ways to end the Middle East war and reopen Hormuz.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Pakistan rejected reports that Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Iran as an envoy for US President Donald Trump, saying his trip was part of Islamabad’s own diplomatic efforts to help resolve the US-Iran conflict.
Iranian press review: Principlists warn that regional mediation could be US trap Submitted by Heba Nasser on Thu, 08/27/2026 - 10:00 Meanwhile, there's a mixed response to new US sanctions, former diplomat criticises 'too much courtesy' towards Gulf states, and Sharif university expels six dissident students Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi (R) meets with Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi in Tehran, 25 August 2026 (Iranian foreign ministry/Wana/Handout via Reuters) Off Principlists warn of 'US deception' in talks Recent efforts by Pakistan and Oman to mediate between Iran and the US have been met with scepticism from Iran’s principlist camp, which views regional diplomatic initiatives as part of Washington’s efforts to mislead Tehran and alter its calculations. The Kayhan daily, an outlet close to this camp, described the visits by Pakistani and Omani officials to Tehran as part of a “new phase in the White House’s deception operation”. This scepticism towards mediation stems from the fact that the US and Israel have, on two occasions so far, launched attacks while negotiations with Iran were under way; an experience that has contributed to deeper distrust of any proposal for negotiations or a ceasefire.
Badenoch must answer for the Tories' blanket support for Israel Submitted by Peter Oborne on Wed, 08/26/2026 - 15:45 Despite ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people, the UK Conservative Party remains staunchly allied with the Netanyahu regime UK Tory leader Kemi Badenoch speaks in London earlier this month (Justin Tallis/AFP) Off UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s change of stance on Israel is popular in Britain , though many consider that it comes much too late and does not go far enough. It has naturally been condemned by Israel, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denouncing the “Islamic Republic of Britain” and Foreign Minister Gideon Saar slapping down his counterpart , Ed Miliband, for his “patronising tone”. Israel can, however, continue to rely on one significant supporter: Kemi Badenoch’s Conservative Party.
Kremlin dismisses US media reports after meeting as ‘scare stories’, as Pentagon policy chief prepares to meet Nato secretary general Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. A trip by the CIA director to Moscow this week was to warn Russia against any attack on Nato member states, US media reported, after Donald Trump attempted to downplay the visit. Two dozen mainly Democratic‑led states filed a fresh lawsuit to block Donald Trump ’s executive order restricting mail voting in this year’s midterm elections.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian called for greater unity among Muslim countries, urging them to turn their shared resources and capabilities into collective strength and prevent their territories from being used against one another.
Iranian officials acknowledged mounting economic strain on Wednesday, and in the same breath restated their conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as Donald Trump said he was in no hurry to resume talks.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei ridiculed Washington’s latest measures against Iran, saying they expose the weakness of its efforts to build an anti-Iran coalition.
Iran’s Pezeshkian urges Muslim nations’ for unity despite differences Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian is delivering a speech at the 40th International Islamic Unity Conference in Tehran. During the speech, he called for unity among Muslim nations despite their differences. Masoud Pezeshkian also slammed US-Israeli aggression against his country, and said that "Iran stood strong against US-Israeli aggression".
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, Here are the latest developments: Syrian president Ahmad al-Sharaa said that his country has entered a new phase of "reconstruction" after the US lifted sanctions. "We are at the beginning of a long and sustainable road defined by dignity, revival, reconstruction, development and civilisation," Sharaa said during the opening of the 63rd Damascus International Fair. The head of the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (Unrwa) told Al Jazeera that the Israeli government’s raid on the last remaining facility run by the UN agency earlier this weep is an attempt to "eliminate the presence of the United Nations" in the occupied Palestinian territories.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s nuclear industry has maintained its progress despite sanctions, military aggression and terrorist operations, Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami said.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf hailed Beijing’s rejection of Washington’s illegal sanctions against Tehran, stressing that the strategic ties between Iran and China are based on win0win-cooperation and need no one’s permission.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesman for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the visit by Qatar’s top diplomat to Iran on Thursday is aimed at boosting ties and enhancing regional peace and stability.
Netanyahu vows to establish more settlements in the occupied West Bank Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue establishing settlements in the occupied West Bank despite mounting international pressure, while promising a major wave of Israeli immigration to the occupied Palestinian territory. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue establishing settlements in the occupied West Bank despite mounting international pressure, while promising a major wave of Israeli immigration to the occupied Palestinian territory. pic.
New posts 13:38 Iran Says It Will Block UN Watchdogs Access To Bombed Nuclear Sites By RFE/RL's Radio Farda Mohammad Eslami (left), the head of the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization, speaks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Tehran.
US senator slams Ben Gvir and 'extremists' in the Israeli government after Unrwa raid US Senator Chris Van Hollen has criticised Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and "extremists" in the Israeli government after a raid on an Unrwa facility in occupied East Jerusalem. "Ben-Gvir & extremists in the Israeli govt want to get rid of UNRWA with the hopes of ensuring that there is no such thing as a Palestinian refugee," Van Hollen said in a post on X. "The world should not continue to sit back & let this happen to UNRWA.
