Iranian Jew executed in 'street brawl' case
The execution has drawn particular attention from human rights organizations due to its timing amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.
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WSJ: Iran to use 'powerful' warheads for first time
Breaking from previous patterns of drone and missile-only attacks, Iranian strategists are considering a broader range of military options, according to officials who spoke with The Wall Street Journal. The planned response could feature upgraded missiles surpassing the capabilities demonstrated in Iran's October 1 strike, as well as having the military join the IRGC.
Iranian woman defies police, strips in public
A female student has been arrested at Tehran Islamic Azad University after reportedly being harassed by authorities, who claim the woman was experiencing psychological distress.
NYT: Khamenei orders preparation for Israel strike
Order reportedly comes after Khamenei reviewed accounts of damage to Iran's missile production facilities, air defense systems, and vital infrastructure from recent IAF strikes.
Couple arrested on suspicion of surveilling defense sites for Iran
Rafael Guliyev of Lod conducted surveillance of several high-security locations, including Mossad headquarters, with his wife Lala allegedly assisting in several operations.
Germany closes all Iranian consulates
Germany has decided to close all three Iranian consulates within its borders and recall its ambassador to Iran, Markus Potzel, to Berlin, in response to the execution of Jamshid Sharmahd, a German-Iranian national who Iran accused of terrorism.
Trouble on all fronts: Iran shoots refugees, deports millions, and builds border wall
Tehran is struggling to control its eastern border, which has been a gateway for over a million refugees fleeing Taliban rule in Afghanistan in recent years. Meanwhile, Iran also faces internal threats from local terrorist organizations in the area.
Despite evidence, Iran denies disruption of missile production
Iran’s Defense Minister claims that the recent Israeli attack was 'No disruption', while the Iranian Foreign Minister reiterated accusations that Israel used Iraqi airspace in the attack, stating, 'The area is under American control; we will pursue this legally.'
Imagery shows critical Iranian missile factory damaged
A key Iranian missile production facility has been destroyed in what appears to be a precision strike, according to satellite imagery analysis conducted by the Associated Press.
Horrific moment cleric shot dead in Iran captured on tape
The shooting occurred after Friday prayers, according to IRNA, which notably avoided characterizing the death as martyrdom. Friday prayer imams, who are appointed by religious authorities under supreme leader Ali Khamenei's oversight, hold significant religious and political influence in Iranian communities.