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- 1Iranian President Pezeshkian Discusses Protests and Military Actions in Exclusive Interview●EXCLUSIVE: Iranian President Pezeshkian on protests, future of military actions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has given an exclusive interview in which he addressed ongoing protests inside Iran and the future of the country's military actions. The interview, aired by Fox News, drew wide attention and heavy engagement. Commentators are weighing his remarks for signals about Tehran's stance on domestic unrest and whether military operations could escalate or de-escalate.
- 2Iranian massacre survivor confronts regime at UN human rights session●Iranian Massacre Survivor SLAMS Regime to Their Faces at UN (They Tried to Silence Him)
A survivor of the massacres in Iran confronted the Iranian regime directly at the United Nations, accusing officials of trying to silence him during his testimony. The speech was circulated by UN Watch and has drawn wide attention online, with many praising the survivor's courage and criticising Tehran's attempt to suppress his account. The incident has renewed focus on the 1988 mass executions of political prisoners in Iran.
- 3Iranian people are the regime's first victims, expert says●The Iranian people were this regime’s first victim, expert says
A commentator has argued that the Iranian people were the first victims of Iran's ruling regime, describing the government as a source of oppression for its own citizens before its conflicts with other countries. The remarks, made on Fox Business, frame the population as suffering under authoritarian rule and have drawn significant attention online amid ongoing debate over Iran's government and its treatment of its people.
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Donald Trump has confirmed that a meeting with an Iranian delegation will take place, while Qatar is actively pushing for diplomatic engagement between Washington and Tehran. The talks signal a possible opening in tensions between the US and Iran, with Doha positioning itself as a key mediator. Details of the meeting's agenda and who will attend have not been fully disclosed.
- 5Václav Havel Prize 2026 goes to Nasrin Sotoudeh▼2026 Václav Havel Prize awarded to Iranian human-rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh
Iranian human-rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh has been awarded the 2026 Václav Havel Prize, announced by the Council of Europe. Sotoudeh is known for defending women's rights activists and political prisoners in Iran and has faced repeated imprisonment for her work. The prize honours outstanding defenders of human rights in Europe and beyond, and the award is being widely noted as recognition of her continued activism despite years of persecution.
- 6Iranians stockpile food and medicine amid fears of new US conflict▼Iranians stock up on food and medicine as fears of new US fighting grow
Iranians are buying extra food and medicine as concerns grow that the United States could launch new military action against Iran, Al Jazeera reports. Shoppers are preparing for possible shortages or disruption, a sign of public anxiety over escalating tensions between the two countries.
- 7Bucharest Exhibition Condemns Iran's Executions and Rights Abuses▼Bucharest Exhibition Condemns the Iranian Regime’s Executions and Human Rights Violations
An exhibition has been held in Bucharest condemning the Iranian government's executions and broader human rights violations. The event, promoted by Iran-focused opposition and advocacy groups, highlights alleged abuses by authorities in Tehran and calls attention to political prisoners. The exhibition is part of ongoing campaigns by Iranian diaspora organisations to keep international pressure on the Iranian regime over its rights record.
- 8British police probe alleged Iranian bomb plot targeting RAF Fairford●🔴 BREAKING Alleged Iranian Bomb Plot Against RAF Fairford British police identified a potential Iranian bomb plot target
British police have identified an alleged Iranian bomb plot against RAF Fairford, a UK military airbase in Gloucestershire used by US forces. Reports say the warning escalated from a standard police alert into a serious national security matter. Details about suspects, timing and the evidence remain limited, and officials have not confirmed the full scope of the alleged plan.
- 9Report: Over-Reliance on Palantir AI Behind US Bombing of Iranian School●Stupid Over-Reliance on Palantir AI Helped Lead to US Bombing of Iranian School
New reporting claims that excessive reliance on Palantir's artificial intelligence contributed to a US strike that bombed a school in Iran, reportedly hitting schoolgirls. The report, covered by Techdirt, criticizes the military's dependence on AI targeting tools in the strike decision. The story is drawing attention to the risks of automated systems in warfare and accountability for civilian casualties.
- 10Iranian rial hits all-time low amid economic crisis▼Iranian rial hits all-time low as economy continues free fall
Iran's currency, the rial, has fallen to an all-time low against the US dollar, underscoring the country's deepening economic crisis. The slide reflects ongoing pressure from inflation, sanctions and eroding confidence in the economy, with ordinary Iranians seeing their purchasing power shrink further as the currency continues to lose value.
- 11US sanctions 10 over Iranian military procurement networks●US sanctions 10 individuals, entities tied to Iranian military procurement networks
The United States has imposed sanctions on 10 individuals and entities accused of ties to Iranian military procurement networks. The action, announced by the Treasury Department, targets people and companies alleged to have helped Iran acquire materials and technology for its military programs. It is part of Washington's ongoing effort to tighten pressure on Iran's defense procurement channels.
- 12Senate Probe Finds Iranian Regime's Widespread Use of Tether●The Morning Risk Report: Senate Investigation Finds Rampant Use of Tether's Stablecoin by Iranian Regime https://www.wsj
A US Senate investigation has found that Iran's government has made extensive use of Tether's USDT stablecoin, according to a Wall Street Journal risk report. The findings are expected to intensify scrutiny of Tether's role in sanctions evasion and could add pressure on US lawmakers considering stricter regulation of dollar-pegged stablecoins.
- 13Iran's Rial Falls to Record Low Against US Dollar●⚡ NEWS Iran's Currency Hits Record Low Amid Regional War The Iranian rial has fallen to a new record low against the US
The Iranian rial has dropped to a new record low against the US dollar, with exchange rates exceeding 2.5 million rials per dollar. The collapse comes amid ongoing regional warfare, and observers say it reflects mounting pressure on Iran's economy as conflict disrupts trade and confidence in the currency.
- 14Iranian Strikes on UAE Targets Paired With Cyberattacks, Expert Says●Every Iranian Strike on UAE Ports and Refineries Was Paired With a Cyberattack, Expert Says
A security expert says every Iranian missile strike on ports and refineries in the United Arab Emirates was accompanied by a coordinated cyberattack, suggesting Iran links kinetic operations with digital operations targeting critical infrastructure. The claim highlights growing concern that Gulf states face simultaneous physical and cyber threats, and that attacks on energy and shipping facilities are now multi-domain by design.
- 15Iran denies nuclear weapons ambitions, calls Trump 'a big liar'●‘Iran not after nuclear weapons’: Iranian Guard Corps spokesperson denies US claim; calls Trump ‘a big liar’ | World News
A spokesperson for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has rejected US claims that Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons, insisting Tehran is not after an atomic bomb. The spokesperson directly attacked President Donald Trump, calling him 'a big liar'. The sharp exchange comes amid continued tensions between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear programme.