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Over 1,230 killed as US and Israel attacks on Iran escalate regional conflict

Regional conflict intensifies as reported death toll from US and Israel attacks on Iran rises to 1,230, with casualties also reported across Lebanon, Gulf states, and Iraq.

Israel to attack Iran's underground missile sites in second phase of war

The joint air assault with the US in Iran is nearing the end of its first week after opening salvos killed the country's leaders

Russia accuses US and Israel of trying to drag Arab countries into a wider Middle East conflict

President Putin spoke by phone to leaders of four Arab Gulf states, offering to use Moscow's ties ⁠to Iran

Iran warns US after frigate sunk, Sri Lanka says trying to safeguard lives on second Iranian ship

Sri Lankan cabinet spokesman told parliament that Colombo was aware that there was another Iranian ship in our "exclusive economic zone" outside its maritime boundary and it was "addressing situation"

Middle East war spirals as Iran hits Kurds in Iraq

Tehran said it had hit Iraq-based Kurdish groups, as the United States reportedly seeks to arm Iranian Kurdish guerrillas to infiltrate Iran

UAE's property sector faces reckoning after Iran strikes

The attacks on airports, ports and residential areas in both cities have punctured the region’s reputation for stability

China prioritises energy and diplomacy over Iran support

"The Iran crisis is unlikely to derail the Trump-Xi summit unless the United States launches a sweeping crackdown on Iran-China (oil) flows," Dan Wang, China Director for the Eurasia Group, said

China to send special envoy to Middle East for mediation

Chinese foreign minister praised Saudi Arabia’s restraint and its stance of resolving disputes through peaceful means.

Canada PM Carney says can't rule out military participation in Iran war

Carney had earlier said the US-Israeli strikes on Iran were "inconsistent with international law". The Canadian leader reiterated on Thursday his call for a "de-escalation" of the conflict

145 flights from Pakistan cancelled for sixth consecutive day amid Middle East war

Two flights from Quetta to Middle Eastern countries were also cancelled.

US Senate backs Trump on Iran strikes, blocks bid to limit his war powers

The Senate voted 53 to 47 not to advance the resolution, largely along party lines, with all but one Republican voting against the procedural motion and all but one Democrat supporting it

Iran launches fresh missile attacks on US, Israeli targets, claims destroying 10 drones

Iran warned that if United States and Israel attempt a regime change in Iran, Tehran could target Israel’s nuclear facilities

Trump rates Iran war as '15 out of 10'

President Donald Trump on Wednesday rated the US performance in the war with Iran as a 15 on a scale of 10, saying the Islamic republic's leaders were rapidly being killed, and vowing to push on

Fewer Israeli strikes but also less aid in Gaza as Iran war rages

Gaza depends almost entirely on aid trucks for food, medicine and fuel. When the crossings close, even briefly, local markets react instantly

162 more flights cancelled in Pakistan as war rages in Middle East

Flight operations remain suspended due to regional tensions

Another 456 Pakistanis return via Gabd Rimdan as Iran war repatriation continues

A total of 456 Pakistanis, including 156 students, have returned through Gabd Rimdan border in four days following the Iran war, officials confirmed.

US says Iran firing fewer missiles, US strikes to expand inland

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says that the United States was winning in its war against Iran

Ishaq Dar discusses regional tensions in telephone call with Egyptian counterpart

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Egypt’s Badr Abdelatty discussed regional tensions, stressed de-escalation and international law, and reaffirmed strong Pakistan-Egypt bilateral ties.

Ishaq Dar visits Iranian Embassy, offers condolences on Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar visited the Iranian Embassy in Islamabad, expressed solidarity with Iran, and offered condolences on Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s martyrdom.

US submarine sinks Iranian warship near Sri Lanka, killing 87 sailors

According to Sri Lankan officials, the vessel was carrying about 180 personnel at the time of the attack. Authorities have recovered 87 bodies from the sea, while 32 wounded were taken to hospital

Iran says won't negotiate with US, can 'continue the war'

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that US President Donald Trump has “betrayed diplomacy and Americans who elected him”.

Spain's Sanchez to Trump: 'You cannot play Russian roulette with the destiny of millions'

"This is how humanity's great disasters start ... You cannot play Russian roulette with destiny of millions," Sanchez said in a televised address to the nation

Saudi Arabia assures oil supply to Pakistan through alternative route after Hormuz Strait closure

Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Malki reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s commitment to standing by Pakistan in times of need.

Tanker heads to UAE port via Strait of Hormuz to load oil, sources say

Suezmax tanker Pola switched off its AIS tracker late on March 2, when it approached the Strait, and re-appeared on March 3 off Abu Dhabi, LSEG data showed

Defense executives plan to meet at White House as strikes on Iran diminish stockpiles

Companies including Lockheed Martin and Raytheon parent RTX along with other key suppliers, have been invited to attend the meeting, officials said on condition of anonymity

Qatar arrests 10 over alleged Iran-linked espionage

During interrogation, the suspects reportedly confessed to being affiliated with the Revolutionary Guards.

Trump announces third round of military action against Iran, new leadership could be targeted

Trump said Iran’s navy, air force, radar systems, and air surveillance infrastructure had been “almost completely destroyed.”

China's foreign minister tells Israeli counterpart that attacks on Iran must end

"Force cannot truly solve problems; instead, it often creates new ones and leaves serious long-term consequences. The real value of military power lies not on the battlefield ⁠but in preventing war"

Iran says it has not yet used its most advanced weaponry

“We have the capacity to resist and to continue an offensive defense longer than what [the enemy] has planned for this imposed war,” ministry spokesman Reza Talaei-Nik said

US assault on Iran ahead of schedule, says US Middle East Commander

U.S. and Israel intensify strikes on Iran, hitting 2,000+ targets as Tehran retaliates across the Gulf. Civilian toll rises, markets reel, flights halt, and Hormuz shipping remains choked.

Trump says US Navy could escort tankers, Iran aimed to strike first

"If necessary, the United States Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, as soon as possible," Trump said on his Truth Social platform

Drone strike sparks fire at US consulate in Dubai amid rising regional tensions

A drone strike hit the US Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire but no casualties. Missiles were also fired at Qatar as US officials confirmed rising attacks across the region

IAEA chief says no proof Iran is building nuclear weapon

Grossi said he has consistently maintained in his official reports that there is no proof Iran is constructing a nuclear weapon

Mojtaba Khamenei elected as Iran's new Supreme Leader: Israeli media

Mojtaba is a cleric and a political figure and the second son of Ali Khamenei. He participated in the Iran-Iraq War and has been described as influential within Iran’s political and security circles

Trump threatens Spain ties over Iran war refusal, not happy with UK

Prime Minister Sanchez, one of Europe's most defiant leaders against Trump, has said that bases long used by US forces could only be allowed for activities consistent with the United Nations Charter

IRGC claims attack on U.S. forces in Dubai, says 100 troops killed

The Iranian military command said the strike formed part of a broader retaliatory campaign following the US-Israeli assault on Iran.

Trump, Rubio offer conflicting reasons for US entry into Iran war

Trump rejected suggestions that Israel pushed the U.S. into the conflict. Rubio said the U.S. launched the attack because of fears that Iran would retaliate in response to planned Israeli action

Trump insists he struck Iran on his own terms

President Donald Trump and his team scrambled Tuesday to reclaim the narrative on why he decided to attack Iran

Pakistan cancels another 116 flights amid regional tensions

Airline officials have instructed passengers to go to the airport only upon notification

Mahmood Achakzai demands security briefing be given to full Parliament

Opposition Leader Mahmood Achakzai says security briefing should be delivered to entire Parliament, not selected members, amid dangerous regional developments and rising tensions

US-Israeli strikes across Iran leave 787 dead amid escalating regional tensions

Iran’s death toll rises to 787 as US-Israeli strikes intensify and Trump signals talks with Tehran are now too late.

Iranian missiles and drones fired at Gulf countries

Data of drones and ‌missiles that Iran has fired at their territories ​since the start of war

Iran shuts borders with Pakistan, Afghanistan; trade and supplies halted

Iran has closed its borders with Pakistan, Afghanistan and neighbouring countries, halting trade and triggering concerns over food and medicine supplies in Balochistan.

Another 115 Pakistanis return from Iran as repatriation total reaches 279

A further 115 Pakistanis, including students and pilgrims, returned via the Gabd-Rimdan border, bringing the three-day repatriation total from Iran to 279.

Iran's acting defence minister 'martyred' in US-Israeli strikes

Iranian sources say Acting Defence Minister Majid bin al-Reza was killed in Israeli and US strikes, as casualties across Iran reportedly rise to 787.

Russia warns Iran war could spur nuclear weapon race in broader Middle East

Lavrov told Brunei's foreign minister during talks in Moscow: "We still see no evidence that Iran was developing nuclear weapons, which was the main, if not the only, justification for the war"

Brushing off Trump criticism, UK's Starmer defends actions over Iran

In parliament, he said he did not want to repeat mistakes made over the invasion of Iraq in 2003, when Britain joined US action to remove Saddam Hussein that was justified on false claims

Hundreds dead in Iran and dozens in Lebanon along with 11 in Israel

In Israel, where several locations were hit by Iranian missiles, 11 people were killed. The semi-official Tasnim news agency reported airstrikes killed 13 Iranian troops in Kerman

Iran conflict widens to Lebanon, Kuwait mistakenly downs US jets

The attack on Iran has pitched the Gulf into war, killed scores of civilians in Iran, Israel and Lebanon, thrown global air transport into chaos and shut down shipping through the Strait of Hormuz

Trump's Republicans defend Iran strikes as Democrats push for war powers vote

Rubio told reporters that there was an imminent threat to the United States because the US knew that Israel planned to attack Iran and expected Iran to retaliate by attacking US forces

US embassy in Riyadh hit by drones: Saudi defence ministry

The drone attack came amid ongoing Iranian missile and drone strikes on Gulf states that host ⁠U.S. bases, following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran on Saturday.

Pakistan, Kuwait for de-escalation amid heightened tensions

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed Pakistan’s solidarity and support for the leadership and people of Kuwait at this critical time

Nawaz Sharif expresses condolences over Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom

Nawaz Sharif conveyed condolences to Iran over Ayatollah Khamenei’s martyrdom in US-Israeli strikes, calling it a historic tragedy and urging regional peace and stability.

Pakistan actively pursuing diplomacy to ease Middle East tensions: Dar

He stressed that Pakistan is urging all sides to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation.

Three US fighter jets taking part in Iran strikes crash in Kuwait; pilots safe

CENTCOM says three US F-15 fighter jets crashed in Kuwait during operations, with all six aircrew safely recovered as regional tensions escalate.

Tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz as tankers caught in crossfire

Risks to commercial shipping have surged in the past 24 hours, with more than 200 vessels including oil and liquefied gas tankers dropping anchor around the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters

Several US military jets crash, Kuwait Defence Ministry confirms

In a statement, the ministry’s spokesperson said search-and-rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the crash sites

Kuwait intercepts hostile drones on third day of Iran retaliatory strikes

A series of loud blasts was heard on Monday morning in Dubai and the Qatari capital of Doha, according to Reuters witnesses. Loud bangs and sirens were heard earlier in Kuwait

Suspected drone strike hits British air base in Cyprus

The Shahed-type unmanned aerial vehicle caused minor damage when it crashed into the military facilities at 12:03 am, President Nikos Christodoulides said in a speech

Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first, sources say

Officials said the day before that President Donald Trump decided to launch the attacks in part because of indicators that Iranians might strike US forces in the Middle East "perhaps preemptively"

Crowds worldwide rage or celebrate after Iran strikes; 23 killed in Pakistan

In Iraq, police fired tear gas and stun grenades to scatter hundreds of pro-Iranian protesters who had gathered outside the diplomatic compound in the capital Baghdad, where the US embassy is located

US announces its first casualties in Iran war; poll signals challenge for Trump

US aircraft and warships have struck more than 1,000 Iranian targets since Trump ordered the start to major combat operations on Saturday, the US military said

Israel strikes Lebanon following Hezbollah attacks, widening Iran conflict

Israel widens strikes to Lebanon after Hezbollah retaliation, as US-Israel campaign on Iran intensifies. Trump says assault could last weeks; regional attacks disrupt oil shipping and air travel

Trump claims 48 Iranian leaders killed in strike, says nuclear threat averted

President Donald Trump claimed 48 Iranian leaders were killed in strikes, saying action prevented Iran from building nuclear weapons within weeks.

US military says three of its troops killed in first Iran operation casualties

The casualties were announced on the second day of strikes by the US and Israel against Iran

Iran appoints Ayatollah Alireza Arafi to interim leadership council after Khamenei's killing

The interim council will also include the president and the head of the judiciary

PM Shehbaz expresses grief over Khamenei's martyrdom

PM said he is deeply saddened by the martyrdom of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and emphasized that the people and government of Pakistan stand in full solidarity with the Iranian people

Mohsin Naqvi says ready to join peaceful protests against attacks on Iran

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said he stands with protesters against attacks on Iran, urging unity, restraint and peaceful demonstrations in Pakistan.

More strikes aimed at Iran after US, Israeli assault kills supreme leader Khamenei

US President Donald Trump said the air strikes on Iranian targets were aimed at ending a decades-long threat from Iran

Iran vows revenge for slain supreme leader despite Trump threat

Iran's President Pezeshkian declared Khamenei's killing a "declaration of war against Muslims" and warned: "Iran considers it its legitimate duty and right to avenge the historic crime"

US CENTCOM releases video of strikes on Iran

The 33-second video shows American forces targeting designated sites in Iran.

Khamenei's death: Naqvi urges protesters to remain peaceful

Naqvi expressed deep sorrow over the martyrdom of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, saying that every Pakistani shares the grief of the Iranian people.

CIA tracked Iranian leadership meeting then Israel struck, US media reports

US and Israel officials allegedly adjusted the timing of the planned strike to capitalize on the opportunity.

Israelis take shelter at underground station in Tel Aviv, amid Iranian missile strikes

Some said they spent the night at the station, saying they have no shelters at home, others said they prefer to be with many people than alone at their home's shelter

Explosions heard in east of Saudi capital Riyadh

Residents state that hey heard several loud bangs and saw smoke rising.

US-Iran conflict disrupts thousands of flights as travel chaos deepens

Key transit airports, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE and Doha in Qatar, were shut or severely restricted as much of the region’s airspace remained closed after US and Israeli attack

Iranian armed forces chief of staff Abdolrahim Mousavi killed, Iran TV says

Mousavi was among the some 30 key Iranian regime leaders and military chiefs.

Why is the US attacking Iran?

The biggest foreign-policy gamble of Trump's presidency comes after he campaigned for reelection as a "peace president" and after saying he preferred a diplomatic solution to the standoff with Iran

British, Australian prime ministers support US action against Iran

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the United Kingdom has also joined the war against Iran

Trump warns Iran of unprecedented force if it retaliates

US and Israel launched major operation against Iran on Saturday morning, hitting several targets at a time.

Death toll in joint US-Israeli military strike on Iran primary school rises to 148

Shajareh Tayebeh primary school in the coastal city of Minab was hit at approximately 10:45am, said Mohammad Ashouri, governor of Hormozgan province

Israel launches more strikes aimed at Iran after killing supreme leader in joint assault with US

Israel's military said its strikes on Sunday morning targeted Iran’s ballistic missile and air defense systems. Iranian state media said an explosion was heard in Tehran on Sunday morning

One killed, 121 wounded in Iranian attacks on Israel

The Israeli military claimed that Iran launched a large-scale missile attack on the country

156 flights from Pakistan to Middle East cancelled amid regional tensions

A total of 22 international flights were cancelled at Allama Iqbal International Airport.

Trump's Iran strikes mark his biggest foreign policy gamble

The president, who came to office last year promising to avoid "stupid wars," has also set out a daunting objective of regime change in Tehran

Iran declares 40 days of mourning for Ali Khamenei

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned vessels not to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as Iranian missile strikes continue to hit its Arab neighbors.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: The leader who shaped Iran's defiance

Born in 1939 in the holy Shia city of Mashhad in northeast Iran, Khamenei was the son of a renowned Muslim leader and ethnic Azerbaijani from neighbouring Iraq.

Pakistan urges restraint amid escalation in Middle East

Condemns attacks on Iran at a Security Council meeting

Trump says Iran's supreme leader killed in strikes

The US president has called for regime change following a massive US and Israeli attack, which prompted an unprecedented wave of retaliatory strikes by Iran

UN Chief Guterres regrets 'squandering' opportunity for diplomacy

The UN boss said this as the UNSC panel began its emergency meeting in the wake of US-Israel attacks on Iran, which Iran has responded to with strikes in countries across the region

Conflicting claims about death of Iranian supreme leader

Iran’s foreign minister said the country’s supreme leader was alive

Iran confirms supreme leader Khamenei killed in US-Israel attack

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's daughter, grandchild, daughter-in-law and son-in-law were killed in US-Israeli strikes

PM Shehbaz assures solidarity with Saudi Crown Prince amid Middle East tensions

PM Shehbaz Sharif calls Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, condemns regional attacks, pledges unwavering support for Saudi sovereignty and offers constructive role for peace

PIA suspends Gulf flights amid changing Middle East situation

PIA suspends flights to UAE, Bahrain, Doha and Kuwait amid regional tensions, reroutes Saudi Arabia flights on Boeing 777 aircraft pending airspace restoration.

Pakistan condemns attacks on Iran as US-Israel launch strikes

Ishaq Dar condemns attacks on Iran and urges diplomacy as US-Israel strikes trigger regional escalation and airspace closures.

Lebanon's PM warns against dragging country into 'adventures'

Hezbollah has fought numerous conflicts with Israel since it was established by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in 1982.

Airlines cancel flights after US, Israel strikes on Iran

Airlines including Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic and Wizz Air cancelled or rerouted Middle East flights after U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, leaving regional airspace largely empty.

Pakistan issues urgent advisory for nationals in Iran amid escalating regional conflict

The Foreign Office has instructed Pakistani nationals currently residing in Iran to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant.

IAEA schedules Iran 'technical' talks on March 2

The IAEA urged Iran to cooperate “constructively”, stressing “the utmost urgency” of its request to verify all its nuclear material.

What are Iran's ballistic missile capabilities?

Iran's arsenal of missiles has been sticking point in negotiations

Deal with US within reach 'only if diplomacy is given priority', Iran's foreign minister says

"We have a historic opportunity to strike an unprecedented agreement that addresses mutual concerns and achieves mutual interests," Araqchi said in a post on X

'This is the Golden Age of America,' Trump begins in State of the Union address

As he arrived to address a joint session of Congress Trump was welcomed with cheers and a standing ovation from Republicans

India orders its citizens to leave Iran amid rising tensions with US

Amid fears of a US strike, India directs roughly 10,000 citizens in Iran, including students and pilgrims, to return home or relocate to safe countries.

US envoy: Trump questions why Iran hasn't 'capitulated'

The United States and Iran this week resumed Oman-mediated talks in Geneva aimed at averting the possibility of military action

Iran and US views on sanctions relief differ, senior Iranian official tells Reuters

The official said Tehran could seriously consider a combination of exporting part of its highly enriched uranium stockpile, diluting the purity of its HEU

Iran won't bow to pressure amid US nuclear talks: President Pezeshkian

Masoud Pezeshkian says "world powers are lining up to force us to bow our heads"

Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economy

Trump has ordered a huge buildup of forces in the Middle East and preparations for a potential multi-week air attack on Iran

Iran says draft nuclear plan to be ready in 'next two, three days'

Trump said on Thursday that Iran had at most 15 days to make a deal on concerns starting with its nuclear programme, suggesting the US would attack if it did not.

Trump warns Iran of 'bad things' if no deal made, sets deadline of 10-15 days

Trump said negotiations with Iran to end the tense standoff were going well but demanded that Tehran reach a "meaningful" agreement.

Iran issues rocket launch notice as US signals readiness for strikes

Earlier this week, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards conducted drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil transit chokepoint

Israel on high alert as officials assess imminent US strike on Iran

Netanyahu issued directives to “various rescue agencies and the Home Front Command to prepare for war,” according to the daily Yedioth Ahronoth.

Iran launches drills in Strait of Hormuz amid nuclear talks with US

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) began exercises under the banner of “Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz

Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US

Iran and the US renewed negotiations earlier this month to tackle their decades-long dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme

US secretly smuggled 6,000 starlink terminals into Iran after protest crackdown

US media claims 6,000 Starlink terminals were smuggled into Iran after protest crackdown to aid opposition communication. Trump administration denies direct role in unrest.

US, Iran to seek de-escalation in nuclear talks in Oman

Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian FM to take part in talks, say sources

US shoots down Iranian drone approaching aircraft carrier

The Iranian Shahed-139 drone was flying towards the carrier and was shot down by a F-35 US fighter jet.

Pakistan to join Iran-US talks on de-escalating regional tensions, FO confirms

Pakistan will participate in US-Iran talks in Istanbul aimed at easing tensions, alongside Saudi Arabia, UAE, and other regional powers.

Trump hopeful about Iran deal after Tehran warns of regional war

“The Americans should know that if they start a war, this time it will be a regional war,” he said, telling Iranians they “should not be scared” of Trump’s rhetoric

Deadly explosions rock Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz amid heightened Iran-US-Israel tensions

Twin explosions in Iran’s Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz kill five and injure 14 amid US and Israeli threats over the nuclear programme.

Dar stresses dialogue, diplomacy in call with Iranian FM amid regional situation

Ishaq Dar and Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi discussed regional concerns, stressing the need for dialogue. Meanwhile, Trump weighs military options against Iran amid ongoing unrest and US military buildup.

Iran announces live-fire drills near Strait of Hormuz amid rising US military presence

Iran announced live-fire drills near the Strait of Hormuz amid US military buildup, warning of restricted airspace and immediate response to any attack, raising regional tensions.

Trump says US 'ready to help' as Iran unrest grows

Iran is looking at FREEDOM, perhaps like never before,” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social

Fact-finding mission urges Iran to end crackdown, restore internet

“It underscores that threats or acts of unilateral military intervention by third states are contrary to international law”

Iran halts visa-free entry for Indian citizens

Iran suspends visa-free entry for Indian nationals after trafficking and kidnapping cases emerged, requiring all ordinary passport holders to obtain visas for travel or transit from 22 November

US Treasury issues Iran-related missile and drone sanctions

The U.S., its European allies and Israel accuse Tehran of using its nuclear programme

Pakistan and Iran sign MoUs to boost media cooperation

Pakistan and Iran signed several MoUs to enhance media cooperation, including joint productions, training programs, and regulatory collaboration, aiming to strengthen bilateral and cultural relations.

Iran's Supreme Leader says cooperation with US not possible while it backs Israel

Iran's Supreme Leader says cooperation with US not possible while it backs Israel

Iran's Khamenei rejects Trump offer of talks, denies US destroyed Iranian nuclear capabilities

Tehran, Washington engaged in five rounds of indirect nuclear negotiations that ended with the 12-day air war

US is ready for deal with Iran when Tehran is, Trump says

Tehran and Washington held five rounds of nuclear talks, prior to a 12-day war between Iran and Israel in June, which Washington joined by striking key Iranian nuclear sites.

US begins deporting hundreds of Iranians after rare deal with Tehran

Deportees include criminals, illegal entrants, US official says

Khamenei rules out US talks, vows uranium enrichment will continue

Iran’s Supreme Leader slams Western pressure as European powers push for sanctions revival.

Iran holds military drills months after war with Israel

Navy units fired missiles and drones at open water targets in the Indian Ocean

US issues new Iran-related sanctions, Treasury says

The US targets include RUNC Exchange System Company and its leadership

US hits Iranian shipping network with major new sanctions

Curbs target 15 shipping firms, 52 vessels, 12 individuals and 53 entities

Iran and Europeans hold 'frank' nuclear talks with UN sanctions looming

First talks with Western powers since Israeli and US strikes

Iranian President to visit Pakistan in August, say sources

Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit aims to strengthen diplomatic, political, and defense ties

Trump insists Iran nuclear sites destroyed amid reports some survived

Iran insists it has not tried to weaponise its civilian nuclear power programme

Iran says cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog will take 'new form'

Tehran to assess nuclear site access requests case-by-case, citing safety and concerns

Iran warns of more strikes on US bases after Qatar attack

Supreme Leader Khamenei calls recent missile strike "no minor incident"

US issues additional Iran-related sanctions, Treasury website shows

Sanctions imposed on 22 companies in Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey

Netanyahu nominates US President Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

“Coming from you in particular, this is very meaningful,” Trump told Netanyahu

Iran open to renewed nuclear talks with US if trust rebuilt, says President Pezeshkian

Iranian leader urges Washington to resist Netanyahu’s 'forever war' agenda

Tucker Carlson says to air interview with president of Iran

Tucker Carlson says to air interview with president of Iran

US imposes fresh sanctions targeting Iran oil trade, Hezbollah

The US has imposed waves of sanctions on Iran's oil exports over its nuclear programme

Iran bans IAEA chief from entry amid escalating tensions

Nuclear inspection cameras removed as Israel-Iran conflict intensifies; US military joins in strike

Iran holds state funeral for slain top brass in 12-day war with Israel

After the initial gathering, a procession was scheduled to move toward Azadi Square

Iran says no plan for new US nuclear talks, plays down impact of strikes

Iran on Thursday denied it is set to resume nuclear talks with the United States

Trump, Netanyahu agree on Gaza ceasefire terms: Israeli media

War likely to end within two weeks; UAE, Egypt to oversee Gaza administration post-Hamas withdrawal

Ayatollah Khamenei says Iran 'dealt severe slap' to US, claims victory over Israel

Ayatollah Khamenei says Iran 'dealt severe slap' to US, claims victory over Israel

The US and Iran have had bitter relations for decades. After the bombs, a new chapter begins

Now we have a U.S. president saying, of all things, “God bless Iran.”

Trump signals US may ease Iran oil sanction enforcement to help rebuild country

Trump said a day earlier that China can continue to purchase Iranian oil

Trump says US to hold talks with Iran as 'war is over'

Trump said the US strikes were responsible for ending the war between Israel and Iran

US strikes failed to destroy Iran's nuclear sites, intelligence report says

US strikes failed to destroy Iran’s nuclear sites, intelligence report says

Blasts shake Tehran after furious Trump tells Israel to stop strikes to preserve truce deal

Explosions ring out in Tehran despite Trump's order to Israel to stop strikes

PM Shehbaz reiterates Pakistan's support for Iran at all diplomatic forums

PM Shehbaz Sharif reaffirms support for Iran and stresses diplomacy amid Middle East tensions.

Big questions loom over Trump's announcement of Israel-Iran ceasefire deal

Big questions loom over Trump's announcement of Israel-Iran ceasefire deal

Airlines suspend Middle East flights

Israel's strikes against Iran have prompted international airlines to halt flights to Middle East

Trump 'not happy' over breach of ceasefire by Israel and Iran

Qatari PM condemns Iranian strike, welcomes Iran-Israel ceasefire

US Democrats introduce resolution to check Trump's use of military against Iran

The joint statement came hours after Trump claimed Israel and Iran had agreed to a ceasefire

Israel reports waves of Iranian missiles, soon after Trump announced ceasefire

Israel's military said six waves of missiles were launched by Iran

Trump brokered ceasefire in call with Netanyahu while US team spoke to Iran

A White House official said Netanyahu agreed to it so long as Iran does not launch fresh attacks

Iran says no reason to end war with Israel, US

Iranian official says the country is intensifying its retaliatory strikes

Iran now 'incapable' of building nuclear weapon: US vice president

Says 'Tomorrow really is a new day —end of 12 Day War, end of the Iranian nuclear programme'

No Iranian missiles hit US base in Qatar, official tells Reuters

No Iranian missiles hit US base in Qatar, official tells Reuters

Iran chemical fire video predates Israel strikes in June on Tehran

Iran chemical fire video predates Israel strikes in June on country

North Korea condemns US strike on Iran as violation of sovereign rights

The United States and Israel are the culprits of the current tensions in the Middle East

Tankers U-turn, zig-zag, pause around Strait of Hormuz

Disruption is already evident, with tankers avoiding spending more time than needed in the strait

Israelis who lost their homes in Iranian missile strike hope 'war will end'

Keren Morag had lost her home in strike, but said “The most important thing is that the war ends"

PM Shehbaz holds key meeting with Iranian ambassador, discusses regional situation

During the meeting detailed discussions were held on Iran-Israel tensions

Any Iranian closure of Hormuz Strait would be 'extremely dangerous', EU's top diplomat says

About 20% of global oil and gas demand flows through the channel

Australia says it supports US strike, calls for return to diplomacy

Australia closed its embassy in Tehran on Friday

China says US attack on Iran has damaged its credibility

Russia, China and Pakistan proposed the 15-member body adopt a resolution calling for a ceasefire

Democrats assail 'erratic' Trump over Iran strikes

Republicans have been lining up since the strikes to praise Trump and endorse his decision

UN Security Council to meet over US strikes on Iran

Iran requested the meeting, calling on body "to address this blatant and unlawful act"

World awaits Iran's response after Trump says US 'obliterates' nuclear sites

World awaits Iran's response after Trump says US 'obliterates' nuclear sites

PM Shehbaz discusses Iran crisis with Nawaz Sharif

Following this consultation, PM contacted the Iranian President to condemn the US attacks

PM Shehbaz condemns US strikes on Iran, reaffirms solidarity in call with Iranian president

PM condemns US attacks on Iran, reaffirms solidarity in call with Iranian president

PTI chairman condemns US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

He emphasised that Iran has the full right to defend itself against foreign aggression

Iran's top security body to decide on Hormuz closure after parliament approval

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route through which large portion of world’s oil supply passes

UNSC meets on Iran as Russia, China and Pakistan push for ceasefire

"Peace in the Middle East cannot be achieved by the use of force," said China's UN Ambassador Fu

IAEA reports no rise in radiation after US strikes on Iran nuclear sites

IAEA confirmed that radiation levels outside the targeted sites remained within normal limits

What we know about US bombing of Iran's nuclear sites

Trump says Fordow nuclear site was hit with “full payload of bombs”

Iran launches major missile, drone barrage on Israel in retaliation for US strikes

Air raid sirens sounded across Israel, including in Tel Aviv and Haifa

Strikes on Iran mark Trump's biggest, and riskiest, foreign policy gamble

Such moves could escalate into a broader, more protracted conflict than Trump had envisioned

Where are Iran's main nuclear sites and what does it use them for?

Israel has hit Iranian nuclear sites since launching attacks on Iran on June 13

Airlines keep avoiding Middle East airspace after US attack on Iran

Flight tracking website FlightRadar24 website showed planes avoiding Iran, Iraq, Syria and Israel

Congress members split over US attack on Iran

US House Democratic Leader Jeffries condemns Trump for attacking Iran without authorization

Iran says it reserves all options on response to 'outrageous' US strikes

Iran reserves all options to defend itself after US strikes on its nuclear sites, Araqchi said on X

US B-2 bombers and bunker-busters used in Iran strike

The B-2 is one of America's most advanced strategic weapons platforms

US intervenes in war between Israel and Iran, striking 3 Iranian nuclear sites

Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran confirmed attacks took place on Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz sites

Israel and Iran exchange attacks amid stalled European diplomatic efforts

Weeklong Israeli strikes have killed at least 657 people in Iran and wounded 2,037 others

Britain to withdraw UK staff from embassy in Iran

Britain to withdraw UK staff from embassy in Iran

Pakistan advises citizens to avoid travel to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria

FO issues travel advisory amid rising tensions; over 170 Pakistani students return from Iran

US State Dept has established Middle East task force amid Israel-Iran war

US State Dept has established Middle East task force amid Israel-Iran war

The Israel-Iran conflict: A timeline

This marks the latest escalation since the war in Gaza began in 2023

Iran leader Khamenei sees his inner circle hollowed out by Israel

Iran leader Khamenei sees his inner circle hollowed out by Israel

Italian Navy ship docks at Karachi port

Three-day goodwill visit to boost Pakistan-Italy maritime bonds

Pakistan, Turkiye voice concern over deteriorating regional situation

Pakistan, Turkiye voice concern over deteriorating regional situation

Khamenei appoints Brigadier General Majid Mousavi as commander of IRGC Air Force

Mousavi selected after martyrdom of Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh