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Tehran hardliner alleges Israel tipped off Russia on regime change plan

Tehran hardliner alleges Israel tipped off Russia on regime change plan

An Iranian official's assertion that Russia had prior knowledge of Israel’s plans to topple the Islamic Republic has sparked a renewed debate in Iran over the relative silence of Tehran's superpower ally during a punishing war in June.

Iran-linked operatives may have entered US with Venezuelan passports - Daily Mail

Iran-linked operatives may have entered US with Venezuelan passports - Daily Mail

A document obtained by the Daily Mail lists more than 10,000 individuals from Iran, Syria and Lebanon who were allegedly granted Venezuelan passports, raising concerns over potential infiltration into the United States.

Draft US bill on university ban set to deepen woes of Iranian students

A US senator’s proposal to bar all Iranian students from American universities is due to pile another obstacle in the way of aspiring scholars already effectively blocked from entry by Trump administration travel restrictions.

Iran says nuclear talks with Europe continue but no agreement in sight

Iran is holding talks with European powers on its nuclear program, but no negotiations aimed at reaching a new agreement are currently underway, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said in an interview published on Saturday.

Israel warns of terror threat abroad, including from Iran, as UAE staff said to be pulled

Israel warns of terror threat abroad, including from Iran, as UAE staff said to be pulled

Israel is pulling most diplomatic staff from the United Arab Emirates, Israeli media reported Thursday, after the National Security Council warned of threats from Iran, Hamas, Hezbollah and other groups.

Tehran rejects Western warnings on Iranian intelligence threats as smear campaign

Tehran rejects Western warnings on Iranian intelligence threats as smear campaign

Iran rejected a joint statement by the United States and thirteen allied governments that said Tehran has engaged in plots targeting individuals in Europe and North America, the Iranian foreign ministry said on Friday.

Who calls the shots? Iran's policy split laid bare by ‘shadow rule’ claims

Who calls the shots? Iran's policy split laid bare by ‘shadow rule’ claims

Allegations of a “shadow government” meddling in Iran’s foreign policy have reignited concerns about the country’s diplomatic direction, just as high-stakes nuclear talks with the West hang in the balance.

Tehran moderates urge US talks to avert collapse, hardliners cry betrayal

Tehran moderates urge US talks to avert collapse, hardliners cry betrayal

A reformist call for renewed talks with the United States as a way out of Iran’s post-war troubles has laid bare deep divisions within the Islamic Republic, with hardliners accusing the letter’s authors of treason and appeasement.

State TV blocks foreign minister’s war interview, sparking uproar

State TV blocks foreign minister’s war interview, sparking uproar

Iran’s state broadcaster (IRIB) is facing backlash after refusing to air an interview with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi that included politically sensitive disclosures about the 12-day war with Israel.

US blames Tehran for deepening Iran water crisis

US blames Tehran for deepening Iran water crisis

The United States on Tuesday criticized Iran’s leadership over the ongoing nationwide water crisis, which have affected millions across the country, blaming it on mismanagement, corruption and neglect.

West uses nuclear issue as pretext for hostility towards Iran, Khamenei says

West uses nuclear issue as pretext for hostility towards Iran, Khamenei says

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said on Tuesday that Western powers, led by the United States, are using Tehran’s nuclear program as an excuse for confrontation with the Islamic Republic.

Exiled prince says 50,000 insiders back Iran regime change - Politico

Exiled prince says 50,000 insiders back Iran regime change - Politico

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s last shah, told Politico that at least 50,000 government and military insiders have registered with his defection platform to help topple the Islamic Republic.

Sanctions reloaded: what’s at stake for Iran as snapback looms?

Sanctions reloaded: what’s at stake for Iran as snapback looms?

The triggering of international sanctions on Iran threatened by Europe could unleash a cascade of new challenges on the country's energy sector, from shrinking oil exports, blocked payments, halted infrastructure upgrades and deeper isolation from global markets.

IAEA says Iran open to technical talks, inspections on hold

IAEA says Iran open to technical talks, inspections on hold

Iran has signaled readiness to resume technical-level discussions with the UN nuclear watchdog, though IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said Friday that any planned visit would not yet involve inspectors.

On eve of European talks, Iran's top envoy says enrichment will continue

On eve of European talks, Iran's top envoy says enrichment will continue

Tehran will continue enriching uranium and maintain a firm stance on its nuclear rights during talks with France, Britain and Germany in Istanbul on Friday, Iran’s foreign minister said on Thursday.

Iran agrees to IAEA technical team visit, but not to inspect sites

Iran agrees to IAEA technical team visit, but not to inspect sites

Tehran has agreed to allow a delegation from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to travel to Iran for technical talks but not to inspect nuclear sites, Iran's foreign ministry said on Wednesday.

Time for Iran's return to nuclear talks, US ambassador to NATO says

Time for Iran's return to nuclear talks, US ambassador to NATO says

Iran should return to nuclear talks, US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker said in an interview, despite citing President Donald Trump's position that US attacks on Iran last month had devastated its nuclear program.

US says ball in Iran’s court, signals openness to direct talks

US says ball in Iran’s court, signals openness to direct talks

The United States is open to direct talks with Iran but the next move must come from Tehran, the State Department said on Tuesday, as the Islamic Republic and European powers gird for high-stakes nuclear talks in Istanbul later this week.

Iran satellite launch signals defiance after war with Israel, experts say

Iran satellite launch signals defiance after war with Israel, experts say

Less than a month after the end of a 12-day war with Israel, Iran conducted a suborbital test using a satellite launch vehicle in a move experts say showcases its defiance and determination to advance its strategic goals.

Khamenei aide steps back into spotlight with surprise Moscow visit

Khamenei aide steps back into spotlight with surprise Moscow visit

A surprise Moscow visit by a senior adviser to Iran’s supreme leader on the eve of a joint military drill has stoked discussion about Tehran’s internal calculations and shifting foreign policy posture.

Revolutionary Guards media slams Araghchi over Fox interview

Revolutionary Guards media slams Araghchi over Fox interview

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s interview with Fox News contained strategic errors that could damage Iran’s position in future nuclear talks, the IRGC-affiliated Fars News Agency said on Tuesday.

Trump says US will attack Iran again if necessary

Trump says US will attack Iran again if necessary

The United States will strike Iran again if necessary, President Donald Trump said on Monday night, responding to recent remarks by Iran’s foreign minister about the severe damage caused by Washington’s June strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites.