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Donald Trump announced he would headline the 250th anniversary fair opening himself, replacing artists who had dropped out of the event. He stated he would draw larger audiences than Elvis and suggested replacing the concerts with a MAGA rally.
Iranian hardliners are reportedly attempting to undermine US ceasefire negotiations, expressing anger with Supreme Leader Khamenei and indicating a lack of transparency regarding the concessions being made.
President Trump stated that the US would not rush into a deal with Iran, tempering expectations for a swift resolution to ongoing tensions. This comes as Gulf states reportedly pressure the US to avoid further conflict and a tanker blackout rattles the region ahead of oil transfers.
Dissatisfaction is growing among hardliners in Iran, who are demanding proof of life from a leader and blaming "the enemy" for the situation.
Iranian hardliners have reportedly threatened attacks on European military bases. This comes as an Iranian Kurdish opposition group has reported over 70 attacks on its own bases, indicating escalating security actions involving Iranian forces or proxies.
An article analyzes the internal power struggles within Tehran, focusing on key hardliners and moderate figures, and how these dynamics impact decision-making and US-Iran negotiations.
A shooter has been charged with attempted murder of President Trump following an incident at a Washington correspondents' dinner. Witnesses described panic after gunshots were fired during the event.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar defeated Viktor Orbán in Hungary's parliamentary election, ending the prime minister's 16-year rule. International leaders celebrated the result while the Kremlin signaled hopes for continued pragmatic ties with Budapest.
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran is facing significant challenges, primarily due to ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon, which Iran argues are a violation of the truce. Disagreements over whether Lebanon was included in the ceasefire terms have led to confusion and threats of withdrawal, while US President Trump has also used the situation to criticize NATO allies for their perceived lack of support.
Following Khamenei's death, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and other hardline officials are reportedly gaining control and intensifying their calls for a shift in nuclear policy towards acquiring nuclear weapons as a security guarantee, with sources confirming these ramped-up demands.
Analysts question Tehran’s power dynamics as younger hardliners may rise after killing of leaders Khamenei and Larijani.
US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
Iran's Council of Experts appointed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new Iranian Supreme Leader on Sunday, succeeding his late father, signaling that hardliners remain firmly in power...
Russian hardliners, initially cautiously optimistic about Donald Trump's return to the White House and hoping his unpredictability would benefit Moscow on Ukraine, are now reportedly in a state of panic following his recent actions or statements.
The hard-line opposition was on full display during a rally in Tehran on Friday, where supporters packed the streets carrying flags and calling for continued resistance.
Influential conservative lawmakers insist Tehran stick to maximalist terms for ending conflict with Washington
Attacks from Kyiv on Moscow have led to increased skepticism regarding the city's protection and prompted Russian hardliners to issue new nuclear threats.
The powerful Iranian ultra-hardliner group "Jebhe-ye Paydari," described as "Super Revolutionaries," has emerged as one of the loudest opponents of any agreement with Washington regarding Iran-US nuclear talks.
An opinion piece suggests that Iran's hardliners and the IRGC are driving the country's direction, potentially leading it to adopt a similar nuclear deterrent strategy as North Korea, based on events since the war began.
A comment by President Emmanuel Macron targeting French hardliners over Algeria has provoked a strong reaction from right-wing presidential candidate Bruno Retailleau, escalating tensions ahead of the 2027 Elysée Palace race.
A commentary piece suggests that Iran's regime has changed for the worse following an American-Israeli attack, leading to the rise of hardliners and creating doubts about the possibility of lasting peace.
Russian hardliners are mourning the electoral loss of Orban, while the Kremlin has begun reaching out to his successor.
Investors bet approximately $950 million on falling oil prices just hours before the US and Iran announced a ceasefire, Reuters has learned.
US President Donald Trump has extended a deadline and promoted progress in talks with Iran, stating he is suspending attacks on Iranian energy plants. These diplomatic developments continue as military strikes persist, causing market volatility and stock drops.
Hezbollah's Iran-loyal hardliners have prevailed, leading to a war in Lebanon that is destroying the country, with little regard for its people, and is expected to continue even if the conflict in Iran ends.
Donald Trump stated on social media that there would be no deal with Iran unless Tehran surrenders unconditionally, reiterating his hardline stance.
Iran has sometimes played up differences between hardliners and moderates as a negotiating tactic with the West, but the dispute over Pezeshkian's statement on Saturday revealed genuine divisions.
Reports indicate rare panic in Russia, with President Putin retreating into isolation and hardliners expressing alarm, as US attacks on Iran deepen paranoia and a desire to win in Ukraine at all costs.
With US-Israeli airstrikes killing Khamenei and other Iranian leaders, veteran politician Ali Larijani seems to be calling the shots. Larijani comes from a powerful family — but was never fully embraced by hardliners.
A hardline faction within the Iranian regime is reportedly refusing any dialogue with Washington, viewing negotiations as a betrayal and advocating for sending missiles to 'negotiate with the devil'.
Akhtar Makoii suggests that Iran's hardliners are actively sabotaging their own government's peace talks, driven by a fundamental distrust of the Americans.
Wycliffe Oparanya recounts how hardliners within the ODM party frustrated his attempts to unite its various factions, including the Linda Mwananchi camp.
The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) is actively investigating various corruption cases across Europe, including alleged misuse of EU funds and irregularities involving public officials. These investigations have led to summonses and raised concerns about corruption and media freedom in several countries.
Donald Trump has reportedly instructed his aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, particularly the Strait of Hormuz. He also issued a stern warning to Iran, stating they 'better get smart soon' and that the 'no more Mr. nice guy' approach is over.
An analysis reveals how Iran has changed, and in some ways remained the same, after two months of war, with common Iranians facing job losses and shortages while key institutions and hardliners maintain their strength.
Security being tightened for Taoiseach and Ministers amid concerns around hardliners and far-right agitators
The 10 points Iran demands from the United States for peace: they would make it the big winner of this war
Relatives of the late Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani were arrested by US federal agents after their permanent residency status was revoked, with reports indicating they had celebrated attacks against US soldiers.
Iran hardliners ramp up calls for a nuclear bomb, sources say Reuters
Iran has begun mining the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil shipping chokepoint, with US naval forces actively destroying the mines. President Trump demanded Iran immediately remove all mines, warning of severe consequences. Reports estimate Iran possesses 5,000-6,000 sea mines, posing a major threat to global shipping.
Hardliners in the European Parliament are poised to approve stricter deportation procedures and controversial camps in third countries, despite remaining hurdles.
Should the regime survive, hardliners believe the IRGC’s influence will be ever greater
When US President Donald Trump returned to the White House last year, some Russian hardliners were cautiously optimistic, hoping his unpredictability and transactional nature might benefit Moscow on Ukraine. But his attack on Iran means many now see him as a growing threat to Russia itself and are questioning if Trump is the pragmatic, potentially pro-Moscow strongman ready to deal in realpolitik that they thought he was. Some hawks are publicly demanding that Moscow abandon US-brokered pea...
UCL's Ahlul-Bayt Islamic Society, which purports to explore the teachings of Islam as taught by the Prophet and his household, posted its "condolences" on Khamenei's "martyrdom."