New posts 23:08 New US Measures Target Iran's Sanctions Evading Network By RFE/RL The US Treasury has announced a series of moves to increase pressure on Iran's sanctions evading network, especially targeting Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, which it says remains a "major force" behind Tehrans oil export
New posts 19:27 Iranian Media Report Explosions On Qeshm Island And In Andimeshk Iranian media has reported that explosions were heard on Qeshm Island and in the southwestern city of Andimeshk, without providing further details. Citing the Hormozgan provincial governor's office, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting said that at 7 p. m.
US strikes hit Iran for a third night killing three people Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 07/14/2026 - 09:53 Trump says he is instituting 20 percent levy on travel through Strait of Hormuz as conflict resumes A man walks past a huge billboard showing Iran’s national football team in the 2026 World Cup, Enghelab Square, Tehran, 18 May 2026 (AFP) Off At least three people have been killed in overnight strikes as the US hit Iran for a third night in a row. The US released footage of the attacks after saying its forces completed a new wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday. In addition, US President Donald Trump said they would reinstate a blockade of Iranian shipping in the Gulf on Tuesday afternoon.
Two tankers were struck in the disputed waterway, an Indian crew member was killed and others were injured, days after another strike India has summoned Iran's deputy chief of mission in New Delhi after an attack on two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz left an Indian crew member dead and injured eight others.
Iran says UK's designation of IRGC as security threat is 'unjustified' Iran on Tuesday said that the decision by the United Kingdom to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a security threat was “unjustified” and “irresponsible”. The country's foreign ministry, in a statement, said that the IRGC was an official part of Iran’s armed forces and accused London of violating international law by targeting a state institution. On Monday, Britain banned support for the IRGC under new powers aimed at preventing foreign states from using proxies for activities such as surveillance and sabotage.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the UK’s decision to designate the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps as a so-called terrorist organization, warning that Tehran reserves the right to take reciprocal measures and holding London responsible for the consequences of the move.
The Iran war has yet to trigger an exodus of entrepreneurs from the Persian Gulf, but falling investment, rising costs and slower funding are beginning to test the region’s heavily financed startup strategy, Bloomberg reported on Tuesday.
How the World Cup brought out the best and worst of America Submitted by Joseph Fahim on Tue, 07/14/2026 - 09:10 Football's message has always been rooted in egalitarianism, but our writer says the US has left a very noticeable mark on the world's most popular sporting event Mostafa Ziko celebrates scoring Egypt's second goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt in Atlanta on 7 July (AFP) Off Since Trump’s second coming, I have tried to avoid discussing politics with my Arab- American family. In previous Middle East Eye articles , I chronicled my family’s conservative politics, which often stood at odds with their views on Gaza - a wholehearted embrace of Trumpism and an accompanying disdain for non-white immigration - despite being of Arab immigrant origin themselves. Over the past 15 months, however, I have sensed a shift among some relatives, ranging from embarrassed scepticism to outright dismissal of Trump’s handling of both the economy and foreign policy.
New posts 12:27 Jordan Says Downs Iranian Ballistic Missiles Targeting US Base The government of Jordan said it intercepted four Iranian ballistic missiles targeting a US air base in the country after a warning by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) that Amman dismantle American bases in the kingdom.
TEHRAN/WASHINGTON, July 14 (Xinhua) -- Fresh U. S. airstrikes and Iranian retaliation have plunged Washington and Tehran back into open conflict less than a month after they signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the war and paving the way for broader negotiations.
Iran's parliament removed two outspoken critics of negotiations with the United States from the leadership of its National Security and Foreign Policy Committee on Tuesday, a day after lawmakers returned to the chamber for the first time in more than four months.
The Iran-backed Houthis blame Saudi Arabia for the attack in Yemen's capital and say they targeted Abha airport in response.
Israel to hold elections on October 27, Knesset says Israel’s parliament will dissolve on July 17 and national elections will be held on October 27 as scheduled, according to Knesset Legal Adviser Sagit Afik. Times of Israel reported that the vote would mark Israel’s first election held on schedule since 1988 and make Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government the first Israeli administration to complete a full term since 1973. The current coalition was formed in December 2022 following the collapse of the Naftali Bennett-Yair Lapid government.
The rushed U. S. -Iran agreement is sliding backward, potentially transforming a short-term crisis into a long, intractable war.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Respecting Iran’s rights and adherence to the Islamabad MoU are the only conditions for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranian Army’s spokesman said, warning that Tehran will not accept any arrangements imposed through pressure or military threats.
President Trump announced a 20 percent fee on cargo through the waterway, despite his own administration’s position that such fees violate international law.
The attack could signal the end of Riyadhs truce with the Houthis and broaden the US war against Iran, the outlet has said US President Donald Trump has given Saudi Arabia the green light for a renewed military operation against Yemen's Houthi movement, Axios has reported, citing US officials.
Plane bringing Houthi delegation home from Tehran had to divert after Yemeni government bombed Sana’a airport Middle East crisis live – latest updates Iranian flights to and from Yemen are an unacceptable violation of the country’s sovereignty, the vice-president in Yemen’s Saudi-backed, UN-recognised government has said. Abdullah al-Alimi said in an interview that the planes contained equipment for the Houthi movement, which he said had transformed from merely a domestic threat into a regional and international threat to global security and the global economy. Continue reading...
GCC condemns attacks on Emirati tankers in Hormuz The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has condemned attacks on two Emirati oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, with Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi describing the incident as an “explicit violation” of UN Security Council Resolution 2817, which calls for the protection of international navigation. Albudaiwi said the GCC stands firmly with the United Arab Emirates and urged the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to take decisive action to halt further attacks. He also urged the UN to hold the responsible parties accountable and safeguard maritime shipping routes in the Gulf.
ABU DHABI, 14th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed hostile attacks by Iran targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan with missiles and drones.
