Beleaguered Lebanese army set to play key role in any truce
Experts in Lebanon have called for international backing for the cash-strapped Lebanese Armed Forces if a ceasefire is to be sustained between Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel.
Iran’s car factory in Syria shuts down, reflecting broader setbacks
An Iranian state-owned car assembly plant in Syria has closed after nearly 20 years, marking yet another blow to Tehran’s economic ambitions in the war-torn country, where it continues to maintain a significant military presence.
Sunday, 11/17/2024 Hardline Iran daily says retribution against Trump can't be ruled out
Tehran’s firebrand Kayhan daily rejected a Wall Street Journal report that Iran had provided written assurances to the Biden administration not to target Donald Trump, asserting that no such guarantees could ever be made.
Saturday, 11/16/2024 Will Trump choose dialogue or pressure in dealing with Iran?
The Iran hawks chosen by president-elect Donald Trump mark a major shift in US-Iran policy, signaling early steps toward change in Iran, a Middle East expert and former British Army officer told the Eye for Iran podcast.
Saturday, 11/16/2024 Israel strikes Iran-linked targets in Damascus for second day in a row
Israeli airstrikes targeted the Mazzeh suburb of Damascus on Friday, intensifying an air campaign against Iran-linked targets in Syria.
Friday, 11/15/2024 Elon Musk's meeting with Iranian envoy sparks controversy
Iranian officials have so far remained silent on reports that Elon Musk, a Trump team insider, met with Tehran’s ambassador to the UN. However, some state-controlled media outlets have described the meeting as potentially beneficial.
Friday, 11/15/2024 Three IRGC officers, four gunmen killed in Iran’s restive southeast
Three IRGC officers and four assailants were killed, while six others were arrested, in an attack that took place during a military operations in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province on Thursday.
Friday, 11/15/2024 Trump unlikely to buy any Iranian charm offensive
In the week since Donald Trump won the US election, Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian and his foreign policy chiefs have talked about the importance of engaging with Washington. Their wording may vary, but the message is one: that tensions with the US must be managed.
Thursday, 11/14/2024 US court throws out $1.68 billion judgement against Iran’s central bank
A US appeals court has overturned a $1.68 billion judgment against Iran’s central bank, angering the families of US Marine Corps personnel killed in the 1983 Iran-backed truck bombing in Beirut.
Thursday, 11/14/2024 Do Trump's cabinet picks mean the 'writing is on the wall' for Iran?
The return of Donald Trump to the White House could mean many things for the future of Iran, and no matter what unfolds when he takes office, his cabinet picks are offering some clues.
Thursday, 11/14/2024 What is drawing Tehran and Riyadh together?
The Saudi Crown Prince’s firm call this week for Israel to “cease all hostile actions on Iranian territory” surprised many, sparking questions about what is drawing the longtime rivals closer.
Wednesday, 11/13/2024 Trump's security and defense chiefs pose tangible threat to Tehran
President-elect Donald Trump’s latest nominations in security, intelligence and defense are set to cause concern in Tehran as key roles are filling up with figures not shy to take military action.
Wednesday, 11/13/2024 US targets Iran-backed militia in Syria for second day in a row
The United States launched airstrikes against Iranian proxy forces in Syria early Tuesday local time, marking the second consecutive day of strikes following attacks on US forces.
Wednesday, 11/13/2024 What could halt the cycle of strikes between Iran and Israel?
Iran and Israel may eventually halt their back-and-forth strikes, but this could remain the reality for both sides for months or even years, an Israeli insider and former Air Defense Commander (2015-2018) told Iran International.
Tuesday, 11/12/2024