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A New York Times report claims the US and Israel planned to install former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as leader during the war, a plan that allegedly went awry after an Israeli strike aimed at freeing him from house arrest. Sources differ on the credibility and implications of the plan, with some calling it implausible or reckless.
President Trump has warned Iran to accept a deal to end the Middle East war or face renewed bombing, while reports suggest talks are at a critical juncture. The ceasefire is described as on 'life support,' and both sides remain entrenched, with Iran seeking to end hostilities and reject nuclear dismantlement.
US Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper testified before Congress that the investigation into the February 28 strike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, is complex because the school was located on an active Iranian cruise missile site. Initial US military findings suggested US forces were likely responsible, but Cooper did not confirm responsibility, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
Explosions were heard on Iran's Qeshm Island on Tuesday, with initial reports citing an unknown cause before a local official said unexploded enemy ammunition was being neutralized. The incident comes as US President Donald Trump paused a planned resumption of strikes on Iran after Tehran sent a new peace proposal.
A Reuters analysis reveals that Iran's largest crypto exchange, Nobitex, has processed at least $2.3 billion since 2023 on blockchains founded by crypto billionaires Justin Sun and Changpeng Zhao—both prominent backers of President Trump's World Liberty Financial. While there is no suggestion the Trump family knew of the Iranian transactions, the report highlights potential conflicts of interest in the presidency's business ties.
Russian media report that the US and Israel are preparing new strikes against Iran, while Washington awaits Tehran's response to a proposal aimed at ending the conflict. Separate reports cover delays in Russia-Ukraine talks, potential extensions of oil waivers, and warnings of symmetric strikes over the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council has formally announced the creation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage the strategic waterway, a move that has drawn international attention amid ongoing tensions. The authority is set to regulate vessel passage, with provisions for tolls and specialized services, while the US has added it to sanctions lists.
Kosar Eftekhari, an Iranian activist who lost an eye during the 2022 protests, warns that the Islamic regime's extremism is being imported to Europe. Her account includes forced veiling, harassment, and clashes between pro-regime and anti-regime demonstrators in several cities.
Reports indicate the Trump administration has encouraged the UAE to become more directly involved in the conflict with Iran, with discussions reportedly including the seizure of Iran's Lavan Island. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have conducted secret strikes against Iranian targets in response to Iranian attacks, while the UAE has sought to coordinate with Gulf neighbors.
FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom met with Iranian football officials in Istanbul, expressing confidence about Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup despite tensions following US and Israeli attacks. The talks addressed Iran's concerns, including visa issues after federation president Mehdi Taj was denied entry to Canada. Iran's matches are scheduled in the US, and FIFA is working to ensure a secure environment.
US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping produced little agreement on ending the Iran war. While China reiterated its opposition to the conflict and its diplomatic efforts, no concrete deal emerged, and the war continues with heavy casualties and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's economy, already strained by sanctions and corruption, has been pushed to the brink by war and a prolonged internet blackout. Officials estimate over a million jobs lost and two million indirectly unemployed, with businesses from manufacturing to tech collapsing under the pressure.
A ship was boarded by unauthorized personnel off the UAE coast and is heading toward Iranian territorial waters, the UK Maritime Trade Operations reported. Media reports identify the vessel as the Honduras-flagged Hui Chuan, a suspected floating armoury, though details remain unconfirmed.
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping began a two-day summit in Beijing, covering trade, the war on Iran and Taiwan. The White House said the two leaders agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open, while China opposed its militarisation and any tolls, and expressed interest in buying more American oil.
Lebanon has filed a complaint with the UN Security Council accusing Iran of interfering in its internal affairs and violating diplomatic protocol, according to multiple sources. The complaint centers on Iran's failure to recall its ambassador after being declared persona non grata and alleged illegal activities by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The move comes amid ongoing US-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon.
The U.S. Department of Defense has told Congress the war with Iran has cost nearly $29 billion, but independent trackers and Iranian officials put the figure much higher. The conflict, which began in late February and saw a ceasefire in April, has left Iran seeking compensation for what it says are hundreds of billions in damages.
Viral AI-generated images purporting to show Iranian 'kamikaze dolphin' drones are being debunked after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that Iran does not have an active military dolphin unit. Analysts point to the long, real-world history of military marine mammal programs, which could be the root of the misinformation.
Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem reiterated the group's refusal to disarm and its commitment to defend Lebanon, rejecting direct negotiations with Israel. The US condemned his calls for the Lebanese government's overthrow, while analysts assess the potential for civil unrest.
The Wall Street Journal reports that the UAE conducted strikes on Iranian territory, including an oil refinery on Lavan Island, during the recent US-Iran conflict. The report suggests the US quietly welcomed the Emirati involvement, while Iran responded with missile and drone attacks on the UAE and Kuwait. The revelations have raised concerns about Gulf states being drawn into a wider war.
President Donald Trump has described the ceasefire with Iran as being on "massive life support," according to multiple news outlets, after rejecting Tehran's latest counter-proposals. The comments come amid reports of ongoing Iranian attacks on commercial vessels and U.S. forces, and as retired military officials and experts are split on whether Washington should resume military operations. The U.S. has sent Iran a set of conditions for easing the conflict, but Iran's demands—including sanctions relief and recognition of its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz—have been dismissed by the White House.