Trump says Iran is taking ‘too long to negotiate a deal’ and ‘now they will have to pay the price’

TEHRAN/WASHINGTON, June 10 – Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on Wednesday after the United States carried out a new round of airstrikes against targets inside Iran, prompting retaliatory missile attacks by Tehran against countries hosting American military forces. The latest exchange has raised concerns that ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the conflict … Read more

Drone boat rescued 2 US aviators after their Army helicopter went down near the Strait of Hormuz

WASHINGTON/BEIRUT, June 9 – A pair of U.S. Army aviators were rescued after their attack helicopter crashed in waters near the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday, in an incident that unfolded amid continuing regional instability and renewed diplomatic discussions surrounding Iran. The rescue operation drew attention not only because of its timing during a tense … Read more

Air raid sirens in Bahrain as Iranian missiles and drones head for Gulf neighbors

CAIRO, June 6 – Air raid warnings echoed across Bahrain on Saturday after Iranian missiles and drones were launched toward Gulf countries, adding a dangerous new layer to an already volatile regional crisis. Bahraini authorities said defense systems successfully intercepted incoming threats, while neighboring Kuwait also condemned the attacks and described them as a serious violation … Read more

Iran and the US trade strikes in the Persian Gulf, further testing ceasefire

DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 3 – A fragile pause in hostilities involving Iran, the United States, and their regional allies is facing renewed strain after a new series of military actions in the Persian Gulf escalated tensions across the Middle East. Fresh attacks involving drones and missiles, along with growing disagreements linked to Lebanon’s conflict, have raised … Read more

There are supposed to be ceasefires across the Middle East, but the fighting is worsening

WASHINGTON, June 2 – Despite multiple ceasefire agreements announced across different conflict zones in the Middle East, violence continues to intensify rather than fade. Diplomatic efforts that were presented as breakthroughs have struggled to translate into meaningful calm on the ground, raising fresh questions about the effectiveness of current agreements and the willingness of the parties … Read more

US bombs Iranian military sites, then downs missiles Tehran fired at troops in Kuwait

WASHINGTON, June 1 – Tensions across the Middle East deepened on Monday, after the United States carried out military strikes against Iranian sites and later intercepted missiles launched by Tehran toward areas hosting American troops in Kuwait. The latest exchange of attacks unfolded against the backdrop of fragile ceasefire negotiations that have struggled to hold … Read more

Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, pushes for reopening of Hormuz Strait

WASHINGTON/DUBAI, May 29 – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he is approaching a final decision on a proposed agreement with Iran that could extend the current ceasefire for another 60 days, while also insisting that Tehran accept key American demands, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and restrictions related to … Read more

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of ‘bad faith’ and warns of consequences

DOHA, May 26 – Iran sharply criticized recent U.S. military strikes on its territory, describing them as evidence of Washington’s lack of commitment to ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending months of war. The strong reaction from Tehran came as negotiators continue working toward a broader agreement that could stabilize the region following a fragile … Read more

As Iran war talks progress, critical details of a possible deal remain unclear

CAIRO/WASHINGTON, May 25 – A potential agreement aimed at ending the war involving Iran, the United States, Israel, and regional armed groups is beginning to take shape, offering a possible path toward stability in one of the world’s most volatile regions. While officials involved in discussions have expressed cautious optimism, many of the most critical … Read more

Rubio says US will find ‘another way’ if Iran talks fail

WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, May 25 – The United States has indicated that diplomacy remains its preferred path in dealing with Iran, but senior officials have also made clear that Washington is prepared to pursue other options if ongoing negotiations fail to produce results. Speaking during a visit to New Delhi on Monday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco … Read more