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UN Demands Justice for Iranian School Bombing Amid Israel-Iran Conflict
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UN Demands Justice for Iranian School Bombing Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

The UN human rights chief expressed 'visceral horror' over the deadly bombing of an Iranian school, demanding justice and urging Washington to conclude its probe. This comes as Israel launched extensive attacks on Tehran and Iran attacked Kuwait's port, with rescue teams finding children's toys in the rubble.

Iran Urges BRICS to Intervene in War, Highlighting Alliance Fault Lines
WorldTimes of Indiaindian-express19d ago2 sources

Iran Urges BRICS to Intervene in War, Highlighting Alliance Fault Lines

Iranian President Pezeshkian has called on the India-led BRICS alliance to play an independent role in halting aggressions against Iran, a move that further exposes geopolitical fault lines and divisions within the BRICS alliance regarding the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Houthis Signal Readiness But Have Not Yet Joined the US Iran Israel War
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Houthis Signal Readiness But Have Not Yet Joined the US Iran Israel War

Iran's Shi'ite allies in Lebanon and Iraq have joined the war in the region unleashed by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Tehran. The U.S. says Iran has armed, funded and trained the Houthis with help from Hezbollah.

Iranian Leaders Rally Supporters Amidst Attacks
Worldla-repubblica26d ago

Iranian Leaders Rally Supporters Amidst Attacks

Iranian leaders, including Pezeshkian and Larijiani, rallied supporters in Tehran's squares despite ongoing attacks that claimed one woman's life, asserting their presence among the people.

Studio Live, Tuesday at 12 PM: Bombing of the Middle East
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Studio Live, Tuesday at 12 PM: Bombing of the Middle East

The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion, leading to nearly 800,000 people displaced and a serious humanitarian emergency.

Epstein documents with claims against Trump released
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Epstein documents with claims against Trump released

The US Justice Department published additional FBI documents describing interviews with a woman who said President Donald Trump sexually assaulted her after she was introduced to him by Jeffrey Epstein.

Iran strikes Gulf again: More explosions in Dubai, Doha and Manama; airports targeted?
Politicsindex-hrTimes of Indiaindian-express+4cyprus-mailklix-ban1-bihexpress-tribune1mo ago7 sources

Iran strikes Gulf again: More explosions in Dubai, Doha and Manama; airports targeted?

Iran launched retaliatory strikes across key Gulf cities, including Dubai, Doha, and Manama, targeting areas hosting US military bases. These attacks followed US and Israeli strikes that reportedly killed Iran's Supreme Leader. Major airports experienced evacuations and flight suspensions due to the escalating regional conflict.


										 Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Politicsoc-media1mo ago

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Regional * The Deputy Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan have met on the sidelines of the Human Rights Council session in Geneva. * Azerbaijani pro-government media outlet APA has reported that 4,500 tonnes of diesel would be sent to Armenia today via rail. Armenia * Defence Minister Suren Papikyan has met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian as part of his working trip to Tehran. Papikyan ‘emphasised the need to resolve the situation around Iran through diplomatic means’, in

Witkoff reiterates U.S. red lines; Pezeshkian signals optimism
Politicshindu1mo ago

Witkoff reiterates U.S. red lines; Pezeshkian signals optimism

“Iran is committed to peace and stability in the region. Recent negotiations involved the exchange of practical proposals and yielded encouraging signals,” Mr. Pezeshkian, a doctor-turned-moderate politician who was elected President in 2024 after the death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter accident, wrote in a social media post

Iranians chant anti-government slogans
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Iranians chant anti-government slogans

Iranian students chanted anti-government slogans and scuffled with counterprotesters on Saturday in the latest display of anger at the country's clerical leaders, who also face a US military build-up aimed at pressuring them into a nuclear deal. The gatherings at universities, which were reported by both local and diaspora media outlets, followed a mass protest movement that was met with a government crackdown last month that left thousands dead. The crackdown had prompted US President Donald Tr

Fragile US-Iran Ceasefire Under Pressure Amid Lebanon Strikes and NATO Tensions
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Fragile US-Iran Ceasefire Under Pressure Amid Lebanon Strikes and NATO Tensions

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.

PoliticsNHK World1d ago

Prime Minister Kishi holds telephone talks with Iranian President Pezeshkian

高市総理大臣は午後4時ごろからおよそ25分間、イランのペゼシュキアン大統領と電話会談を行いました。アメリカとイランが2週間にわたる停戦で合意した中、事態の沈静化やホルムズ海峡の安全な航行の確保に向けた方策などをめぐり意見を交わしたものとみられます。

Iran War: Global Impacts, Societal Changes, and Military Preparations
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Iran War: Global Impacts, Societal Changes, and Military Preparations

The ongoing Iran war is impacting global financial policy and fundamentally changing Israeli politics, economy, and society, with accusations of war crimes against the US and Israel, while Iran reportedly beefs up its defenses and recruits children in preparation for a ground war.

Iran's Demand for Hormuz Strait Tolls Raises Concerns, Passage Rules Clarified
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Iran's Demand for Hormuz Strait Tolls Raises Concerns, Passage Rules Clarified

An Iranian demand for tolls in the Strait of Hormuz is being viewed as a potential step away from the rules-based world order, though some doubt its realism. Meanwhile, rules regarding which countries' ships are allowed passage through the strait have been clarified.

Israel Intercepts First Missile from Yemen; US Troops Wounded in Saudi Arabia
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Israel Intercepts First Missile from Yemen; US Troops Wounded in Saudi Arabia

Israel's military has intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, marking the first such interception since the war began, while at least 12 US troops were reportedly injured in an Iranian attack on the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.

Trump Extends Iran Strike Pause Until April 6; Global Markets React
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Trump Extends Iran Strike Pause Until April 6; Global Markets React

US President Donald Trump has extended the pause on military strikes against Iran's energy infrastructure until April 6, citing positive negotiation progress. This decision, amid renewed Mideast tensions, has caused global markets to react, with oil prices falling and Seoul and Tokyo stocks opening sharply lower.

Trump Reiterates Hormuz Ultimatum, Iran Warns Retaliation and Restricts Strait Access
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Trump Reiterates Hormuz Ultimatum, Iran Warns Retaliation and Restricts Strait Access

President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.

PM Modi and Iran President Discuss Regional Security, Criticize US/Israel
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv18d ago4 sources

PM Modi and Iran President Discuss Regional Security, Criticize US/Israel

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, conveying greetings and condemning attacks on critical infrastructure. The Iranian president used the call to slam US and Israeli "inhumane actions" and proposed a regional security framework without foreign interference.

Israel Jets Strike Multiple Iranian Naval Ships in Caspian Sea
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Israel Jets Strike Multiple Iranian Naval Ships in Caspian Sea

Israel has reportedly attacked Iranian Navy ships in the Caspian Sea for the first time, with jets striking multiple vessels equipped with aerial surveillance systems and anti-submarine missiles off the coast of Bandar Anzali.

Iran Vows Retaliation After Larijani Killing, Claims Havoc in Occupied Territories
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Iran Vows Retaliation After Larijani Killing, Claims Havoc in Occupied Territories

Tehran has vowed vengeance after the killing of Ali Larijani, with the IRGC claiming to have 'shoveled' US and Israeli gathering points in retaliation and caused havoc in Israeli-occupied territories using new weapons. Iran's Foreign Minister stated that the loss of officials will not affect the country's robust political structure, and Iran is prepared for a long war with the US and Israel, relying on its 'mosaic defense'.

Zelenskiy Seeks Money and Technology for Middle East Drone Help
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Zelenskiy Seeks Money and Technology for Middle East Drone Help

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has stated that Ukraine is seeking financial aid and technology in exchange for its assistance with drone operations in the Middle East, reiterating his country's conditions for such support.

Iranian President Pezeshkian Vows to Rebuild Amidst War
Politicsnewsbeast26d ago

Iranian President Pezeshkian Vows to Rebuild Amidst War

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the nation, stating that the country continues to function normally despite the war, thanks to the efforts of government colleagues. He vowed to rebuild everything that has been destroyed.

Reparations, guarantees only ‘off-ramp’, says Pezeshkian
WorldDawn28d ago

Reparations, guarantees only ‘off-ramp’, says Pezeshkian

• Iranian president acknowledges proposals by Pakistan, Russia to de-escalate • PM’s aide says Islamabad continues to stand by Riyadh ‘no matter what’ ISLAMABAD: Iran’s president has demanded “reparations” and “firm international guarantees against future aggression”, calling this the only way to end the war “ignited by the Zionist regime [of Israel] & US”. The demand was articulated by Masoud Pezeshkian in a late-night tweet on Wednesday, where he referred to his conversations with the leade...

WorldNHK World1mo ago

President Trump Emphasizes Achievements Amidst Repeated Attacks from Iran in Gulf States

Regarding the military operations against Iran by the United States and Israel, US President Trump stated on the 7th that they are "going very well," once again emphasizing the achievements. Meanwhile, Iranian President Pezeshkian announced that he has no intention of attacking neighboring countries, but after that, Iran-attributed attacks, believed to be targeting US military bases and other locations, have continued in the Gulf states, showing no signs of de-escalation in the military conflict.

Samantekt: Heita því að gefast aldrei upp
Worldmorgunbladid1mo ago

Samantekt: Heita því að gefast aldrei upp

Forseti Írans, Masoud Pezeshkian, hét því fyrri í dag að landið myndi aldrei gefast upp í stríðinu við Ísrael, eftir eina umfangsmestu loftárás Ísraela frá því átökin hófust fyrir rúmri viku.

Iran's Natanz n-site hit: Tehran vows to rebuild facility; IAEA flags radiation risk
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Iran's Natanz n-site hit: Tehran vows to rebuild facility; IAEA flags radiation risk

Iran's Natanz nuclear facility was reportedly targeted in recent US and Israeli military operations, according to Tehran's UN envoy. President Pezeshkian vowed to rebuild, asserting Iran's nuclear program is for civilian use, not weapons. IAEA chief Grossi expressed grave concern over potential radiological releases, urging restraint amid escalating regional tensions.

US Confirms Bunker Buster Strikes on Iran's Isfahan Depot; Explosions Also Reported in Tehran
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US Confirms Bunker Buster Strikes on Iran's Isfahan Depot; Explosions Also Reported in Tehran

US President Donald Trump shared a video purportedly showing a munitions depot in Iran being attacked, following reports of a US bombing in the night. American officials have confirmed that the US military struck a large ammunition depot in Isfahan with 907-kilogram bunker buster bombs during intense US-Israeli attacks, with witnesses recording dramatic footage of the strikes and explosions also reported in Tehran.

Iran President Confirms Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib Assassinated
WorldBBCnzztagesschau+14fazberlingskeDWrzeczpospolitatvn24index-hrTimes of Indiahindustan-times+6 more21d ago17 sources

Iran President Confirms Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib Assassinated

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed the death of intelligence minister Esmail Khatib, condemning it as a “cowardly assassination” after Israel reported killing him in a 'precise strike' in Tehran.

Macron Holds Phone Call with Iranian President Pezeshkian
Politicsaftonbladetmorgunbladid24d ago2 sources

Macron Holds Phone Call with Iranian President Pezeshkian

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke by phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, telling him it is "unacceptable" for Iran to attack French interests. The call follows an incident involving a French soldier.

Tehran reminds Modi about need to activate BRICS
WorldDawn25d ago

Tehran reminds Modi about need to activate BRICS

• Under India’s chairmanship, the expanded bloc has remained silent • Pezeshkian, Araghchi urge Indian counterparts to spearhead a ‘strong and constructive’ intervention • New Delhi caught in a diplomatic bind amid domestic LPG crisis; balances pro-Israel comments with its ‘friend of Iran’ status NEW DELHI: Iran’s top leaders have urged their Indian counterparts to activate the BRICS to play a “strong and constructive role” in the escalating war with the US and Israel, according to Iranian go...

Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes
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Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes

Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.

Iran Deploys Mines in Strait of Hormuz as US Forces Work to Clear Waterway
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Iran Deploys Mines in Strait of Hormuz as US Forces Work to Clear Waterway

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.

Pezeshkian, two officials to lead transition after Khamenei’s death — Iran TV
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Pezeshkian, two officials to lead transition after Khamenei’s death — Iran TV

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and two other senior officials will lead the country during a transitional period following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, state television reported on Sunday. The post Pezeshkian, two officials to lead transition after Khamenei’s death — Iran TV appeared first on Vanguard News.

‘Legitimate duty and right’: Iran's Prez vows revenge after Khamenei's assassination
PoliticsAl Jazeerarzeczpospolitahotnews+3Times of Indiahindustan-timeschannel-news-asia1mo ago6 sources

‘Legitimate duty and right’: Iran's Prez vows revenge after Khamenei's assassination

Iran's President vows revenge for Supreme Leader Khamenei's killing in US-Israeli strikes, calling it a 'declaration of war.' The assassination creates a leadership vacuum and sparks regional unrest, with Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatening severe retaliation. Amidst a near-total internet blackout, Tehran views this as a pivotal moment in the Middle East conflict.

US presses missile issue as new Iran talks to open in Geneva
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US presses missile issue as new Iran talks to open in Geneva

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday he had a 'favorable outlook for the negotiations' that could finally 'move beyond this neither war nor peace situation.' Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who is leading the Iranian delegation at the talks, has called them 'a historic opportunity,' adding that a deal was 'within reach.'

US military buildup in Middle East as tensions with Iran rise
WorldReuterswsjtimes-uk+16yle-uutisetle-figaroder-standardobservadordnevnik-bghindustan-timescyprus-mailDawn+8 more1mo ago19 sources

US military buildup in Middle East as tensions with Iran rise

Iran and the United States are sliding rapidly towards military conflict as hopes fade for a diplomatic solution to their standoff over Tehran’s nuclear program, officials on both sides and diplomats