Opinion: Canada's Role in War Against Iran
An opinion piece argues that Canada should be proud of its contributions to crippling the Islamic republic of Iran, setting the stage for conflict.
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An opinion piece argues that Canada should be proud of its contributions to crippling the Islamic republic of Iran, setting the stage for conflict.

Residents of Tehran and other Iranian cities have broken their silence, describing their lives as being like 'prisoners of a foreign force' due to severe repression, ongoing war, and economic collapse. Their testimonies reveal a populace ready to challenge the Islamic Republic.

The Islamic Republic is reportedly staking its entire political survival on the Strait of Hormuz, a strategy that appears to be yielding results.

The Jordanian army announced it repelled Iranian attacks, which occurred as the Islamic Republic retaliated for US bombings on its territory.

Iran's Joint Command stated on social media that the strong armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran would destroy all infrastructure in the region with 'iron strength' if certain conditions are met.

The United States launched its third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, prompting Iran to retaliate by striking tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump also vowed to impose transit fees in the Strait and sent formal notice to Congress about the resumed conflict.

Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following fresh US airstrikes on Iranian targets. This development comes amidst escalating tensions and reports of Iran striking US targets in the Gulf.
The absence of Iran's new supreme leader is reportedly becoming a significant liability for Tehran. This situation is creating challenges and concerns for the Islamic Republic's leadership.

The response of the Islamic Republic to the departure of a leader has become evident over decades through the gradual expansion of institutional structures around the position of the Supreme Leader, indicating systemic continuity.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan presented personalized, engraved revolvers and ammunition to several NATO leaders, including UK Labour leader Keir Starmer and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, during a summit in Ankara. The unusual gifts sparked discussion and some leaders, like Starmer, were unable to take them home immediately.

President Trump's performance at the NATO summit in Ankara left allies united on paper but uncertain in practice, marked by a series of gaffes and a surprise shift on Ukraine. He also unexpectedly switched back to an older Air Force One after safety questions about a new Qatari jet.

An extremist streamer has sparked outrage after declaring New York City an 'Islamic Republic' using a popular terror chant. The incident has drawn significant criticism and concern.
A new television series honoring a martyred leader has begun airing on IRIB, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting.
An opinion piece argues that establishing an Iranian embassy in Canada would fuel antisemitism, citing the Islamic Republic as a threat to global peace and security.

Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz decreased from Wednesday's high, but vessels continued to use a passage not approved by Iran, despite warnings from the Islamic Republic.

An article analyzes the reasons behind the endurance of the brutal theocracy maintained from Tehran, which came to power following decades of misrule.

Iranian football fans, particularly those in the diaspora, are grappling with a dilemma over whether to cheer for their national team while simultaneously expressing disdain for the Islamic Republic. This internal conflict highlights the complex relationship between sports and politics for many Iranians.

As an Iran-US memorandum aimed at ending the war moves closer to formal signature, hardline supporters of the Islamic Republic fear losing influence as Iran's politics shift from maximalist defiance…
An opinion piece argues that the current Iranian regime must be toppled as soon as possible, advocating for its cessation.

Despite promising 'unconditional surrender', the US president has reportedly settled for a truce of convenience with Iran, allowing the Islamic republic to maintain its leverage.

A review of 'Stolen Revolution' by Bozorgmehr Sharafedin and Yeganeh Torbati highlights the book's account of the Islamic Republic and its discontents through six contrasting lives, offering insight into Iran's recent history.
The Tehran Times published two opinion pieces, "Why Iranians stand with the Islamic Republic of Iran" and "No Dogs, No Americans," expressing support for the Islamic Republic of Iran. These articles reflect the newspaper's editorial stance.

An Iranian missile and drone barrage struck Kuwait International Airport, resulting in one fatality and dozens of injuries, prompting Kuwait to declare two Iranian diplomats persona non grata. Iran claimed the incident was due to a failed US missile, while Kuwait labeled it a 'heinous aggression'.

Iraq is bracing for extensive electricity blackouts during the summer season following the suspension of gas supplies from Iran, a consequence of the US and Israeli war against the Islamic Republic.
An opinion piece suggests the CIA, in coordination with Mossad, may be responsible for a campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran, aiming for a 'new Middle East'.

An Iranian minister stated that the US is 'engaged in dictation' amid a dispute over uranium enrichment, adding that the Islamic Republic is ready to respond and 'retaliate' if the ceasefire with Washington collapses.

Iranian authorities announced the seizure of six properties allegedly linked to Ali Karimi, the former captain of the national football team, who lives in exile and is a vocal critic of the Islamic republic.

The Pan-African Business Forum (PABF) has issued a strong condemnation of an attack carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on May 4, 2026, calling for restraint and dialogue.

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina suggested the possibility of additional U.S. military attacks targeting the Islamic Republic of Iran's 'war machine'.

A new podcast episode continues a series on the Islamic Republic of Iran, covering the period between 1997 and 2009/2010, including a discussion on a letter from Tehran to Bush and the unrest in Iran.
An article examines the legal framework of the Islamic Republic of Iran, arguing that it prioritizes state law over canonical Islamic law, thereby inverting the traditional source of sovereignty.

Iran's foreign minister and a defense official held talks with Russian and Belarusian counterparts, including President Putin, as US-Iran peace efforts remain stalled. Russia pledged support for Iran's interests and efforts to restore peace in the Middle East.
An analysis of Iran's current political landscape suggests that the Islamic Republic has evolved into a junta with a religious tint. The article explores the remaining characteristics of the original Islamic Republic.
Security services around the world are on heightened alert for threats from the Islamic Republic's proxies

This article provides an analysis of how the Islamic Republic of Iran has developed its military and offensive capabilities over nearly 50 years of conflict.
The Tehran Times reports on MohammadReza Sabouri, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Italy, likely detailing his appointment or diplomatic role.

Many Iranians express relief at a pause in fighting, but hard-liners within the Islamic republic believe that entering negotiations risks squandering a hard-won advantage in the ongoing conflict.
An opinion piece asserts that Iran's 'jihad of knowledge' was not for its people, detailing how the Islamic Republic weaponized science, weakened its universities, and left citizens to bear the consequences.

Fuel prices in Iran are exceptionally low, costing approximately one euro cent per liter, a phenomenon attributed to specific economic and political factors within the Islamic Republic.

An analysis explores why the Islamic Republic of Iran has not collapsed, suggesting that tools intended to weaken the system may inadvertently be contributing to its reinforcement, perpetuating the problem under a different guise.

European officials report that Iran is pressing the Houthis to prepare for a renewed campaign against Red Sea shipping, contingent upon any further escalation by the US in its war on the Islamic Republic.
Islamic republic has spent years building a model designed to withstand hostility even as it presides over a deepening economic malaise

President Trump has extended his ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 10 days, paused attacks on its energy sector, and expressed a desire for a speedy end to the war, though he stated there is no cease-fire. Meanwhile, Israel launched more strikes on Iran, and markets have reacted to these developments, with oil falling, gold rising, and stocks finishing higher.

Kurdish-Iranian militias, after three decades in Iraq, are vacating military bases and preparing for the "day after" the possible collapse of the Tehran apparatus, believing they are closer than ever to seeing the regime fall.
Israel's Mossad has launched a public appeal on its Persian-language Telegram channel, urging Iranians with access to the nuclear industry to share information, promising a guaranteed future.

US-Israeli airstrikes after almost three weeks of war have killed Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei and a whole echelon of the political and military elite in the Islamic republic. The post…

Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, is taking on a more central role in the country's political leadership as Israeli and American attacks impact the Islamic Republic.
This article provides a background on Iran's Revolutionary Guard (Pasdaran), detailing their origins from militias supporting Khomeini and their extensive control over various levers of power within the Persian country.

A top U.S. counterterrorism official has stepped down, citing concerns about a potential war with Iran, adding to the growing dissent within the administration regarding its Middle East policy.

Reza Pahlavi has been based in the French capital since the US-Israeli strikes on Iran started, making moves in anticipation of the Islamic Republic's fall.

Israel's military on Tuesday vowed to hunt down and "neutralise" Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, after saying it had killed the Islamic republic's powerful national security chief in an airstrike.
Basij, a key paramilitary militia under the IRGC, has a violent history of suppressing protests, enforcing morality laws, and committing human rights abuses, including torture and sexual abuse.

The Albanian Parliament, with only socialist majority votes and an opposition boycott, adopted a resolution declaring the Islamic Republic of Iran a state sponsor of terrorism.

The Albanian Parliament is expected to adopt a resolution declaring the Islamic Republic of Iran a state sponsor of terrorism, citing its use of terrorist means.

As her banned 1989 novella, Women Without Men, is published for the first time in the UK, the Iranian author looks back on a life of resistance and repression As I write this, Iranians around the…

President Donald Trump said oil companies should send tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed due to the war on Iran.

The exiled son of Iran's last shah who was ousted by the 1979 revolution said on Saturday he was ready to lead a transition "as soon as the Islamic Republic falls". The post Son of ousted shah says…

Mohammad Pournajaf, Tehran’s former charge d’affaires in Canberra, sought protection in 2023, government source confirms One of Iran’s former top diplomats in Australia has defected from the theocratic regime, with the revelations only coming to light this week after six members of the Iranian women’s football squad were granted protection. London-based news outlet Iran International, which is not tied to the Islamic Republic’s regime, reported on Friday that Mohammad Pournajaf, Tehran’s cha...

During the war against the Islamic Republic of Iran, U.S. Central Command released video footage of strikes against aircraft that were sitting on the ground.

An unusual incident occurred outside the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Vienna, Austria, when a man attempted to remove the Iranian flag from its pole. Austrian police quickly intervened, thwarting his plan.
The appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader, in a regime that calls itself an Islamic Republic, already signals a form of defeat in the ongoing war waged by the US and Israel, writes Gilles…

An analysis delves into the challenges, networks, and arsenal of Iran's potential new Supreme Leader, examining the complexities of the Islamic Republic's inherited legacy during a period of transition.

Just days ahead of the US-Israeli air strikes on Iran, a news report suggested that Beijing was close to selling supersonic cruise missiles to Tehran – a move that could significantly boost the Islamic Republic’s capacity to counter US aircraft carriers. Before the world could work out whether game-changing Chinese missiles really would feature in an Iranian conflict against US forces, Beijing firmly denied the report, published by Reuters on February 24. Citing six sources, Reuters reported...

The Iranian Mullahs are struggling for their survival, facing increasing internal and external pressures as the war in the Middle East intensifies, leading to growing fears among the populace about the future of the Islamic Republic.

According to Russian Middle East specialist Nikita Smaguine, a fall of the Islamic Republic in Iran would lead to a new anti-Russian power, with immediate positive but long-term risky consequences for Moscow.

Το Ιράν εξαπέλυσε την πρώτη πυραυλική επίθεση κατά του Ισραήλ υπό την ηγεσία του νέου ανώτατου ηγέτη, Μοτζταμπά Χαμενεΐ, σύμφωνα με ανάρτηση του κρατικού ραδιοτηλεοπτικού φορέα Islamic Republic of…

What collapsed in Punak on Monday evening was not only the walls of a police station, but one of the pillars of the Islamic Republic’s urban repression apparatus, reports Amirhossein Miresmaeili
An opinion piece suggests that the Islamic Republic is employing psychological warfare to undermine trust between Iranians and Israel, as many Iranians view Israel as a key actor against the regime.

Vishwesh Negi, a 2002-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, has been appointed by the Ministry of External Affairs as the next ambassador of India to the Islamic Republic of Iran.
An opinion piece suggests that the Islamic Republic's survival is threatened not by external hatred, but by its own forces concluding that obedience is more dangerous than defection.
During a funeral procession in Tehran, hardline mourners reportedly chanted 'death to the compromiser' and accused Iran's leadership of orchestrating a 'coup' against the Islamic Republic.

The Islamic Republic’s strategy of wearing down the US president’s patience is once again proving successful.

An analytical piece discusses the 'Paradox of Iraq,' suggesting that as long as the Islamic Republic exists, it will not relinquish its influence over Iraq, especially after the fall of Assad and the weakening of Lebanese Hezbollah.

Iran's Supreme Leader has publicly vowed to avenge the killing of his father. This declaration comes amidst growing concerns about the stability of the Islamic Republic.
A recent court ruling in Solna, Sweden, indicates that the Islamic Republic of Iran is conducting intelligence activities on Swedish soil, allegedly using its embassy as a base.

Germany is set to purchase Tomahawk missiles from the United States, a move aimed at bolstering Berlin's long-range strike capabilities. This acquisition comes amidst broader discussions about military procurement and regional conflicts.

The United States launched strikes against nearly 90 Iranian military targets, including drone and missile storage facilities, in western Iran. In retaliation, Iran attacked American military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, further escalating the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

President Trump concluded the NATO summit, emphasizing extraordinary unity among members despite earlier criticisms, and highlighting increased defense spending commitments from several nations. Discussions also touched on regional issues, including Israel's potential troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the situation in Iran.
An extremist streamer has caused widespread outrage after declaring New York City an 'Islamic Republic' during a broadcast.
An article comments on the need for Iran's opposition and diaspora to remain united during a protest week, using the backdrop of Khamenei's funeral to highlight the people's unity against the Islamic Republic.

A congressional initiative is underway in the US to block the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, citing concerns over Israel's partnership and Russian intelligence. This development is part of a broader range of news, including Joe Biden criticizing Donald Trump and Serbia showcasing new Russian weaponry.

Iran's supreme military command issued a threat regarding alleged Israeli military planes observed near the Islamic Republic's airspace, deeming them a threat.

An analysis discusses the bickering between the United States and Israel following their joint efforts against a common enemy, the Islamic Republic of Iran, despite their 'unbreakable bond'.

The war, which began with the ambition of regime change in Tehran, has concluded with an agreement that is strongly favorable to the Islamic Republic. This outcome raises questions about the initial objectives and the final resolution.

Reza Pahlavi, the exiled crown prince and son of Iran's last Shah, asserted that the Iranian people will overthrow the current regime and that freedom will come to Iran. He urged against any agreements that would allow the Islamic Republic to remain in power.

As the World Cup approaches, teams like France and Germany are strategizing, with coaches and players discussing their chances and key players. Meanwhile, fans are showing their support, with Japanese fans cleaning stadiums and Croatian fans gathering in Texas, while some express concerns about ticket prices.

An analysis argues that Iran's Islamic Republic is not a normal nation for making deals, but rather a national security threat that uses diplomacy as a shield while building terrorist networks and proxy warfare capabilities.

Israel and Iran have temporarily ceased counterstrikes following a plea from Donald Trump, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed Israel's right to self-defense and warned of continued conflict with Iran and Hezbollah. Netanyahu also confirmed a ceasefire but threatened a strong response to any new attacks, indicating that the war with Iran and Hezbollah is not over.
An article in the Tehran Times discusses how the 'antifragile fusion' of Ghadir and Ashura serves to shield and protect the Islamic Republic.
Iranian authorities have shut down a cafe in Tehran following accusations of promoting 'satanic activities.' The closure comes amidst a broader crackdown by the Islamic Republic on perceived moral transgressions.

An analysis explores the potential impact of the end of Iran's nuclear file on the Islamic Republic and the broader region, suggesting it could undo past damage.

More than two months after his appointment as Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei has not been seen or heard from, though Islamic Republic officials claim he is well.
An opinion piece suggests that Iran's current oil crisis, which is squeezing the Islamic Republic's lifeblood, could be a warning sign of impending collapse, drawing parallels to historical precedents.
An opinion piece suggests that Europe has an opportunity to help curb the Islamic Republic's network of terror by targeting its proxies. This would assist in addressing regional security concerns related to Iran.

FIFA has invited the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) to visit its headquarters in Zurich by May 20.
The head of IRICA (Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration) stated that streamlining business processes is essential to bolster domestic production.
Iranians are facing a dramatic surge in prices and mass layoffs, as ongoing conflict further cripples the already struggling economy of the Islamic Republic.

Iranians are bracing for a new wave of price increases and layoffs as the conflict between the US and Israel pushes the Islamic Republic's already strained economy into a deeper crisis, with annual inflation exceeding 40%.

A report from Tehran describes life as precarious for Iranians, who are grappling with an economic crisis and a reign of terror imposed by a radicalized yet fragile Islamic Republic.
Iranian writer Jina Khayyer discusses how the veil serves as a tool of power for the Islamic Republic, criticizing Western inaction and the arrogance of those advocating for military intervention in Iran.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran has triggered a significant natural gas shock, largely due to the threat posed to vast oil and gas flows through a narrow waterway, which has long deterred direct military confrontation with the Islamic Republic.
Iran has issued a demand for compensation from five Arab states, alleging their participation in US-Israeli strikes against the Islamic Republic.
Iran's exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi, currently in Sweden, warned that the Islamic Republic poses a threat not only to the Iranian people but also to others.
The former Ohio lawmaker is the highest-ranking US official to take part in talks with the Islamic Republic since 1979.

Ένα από τα βασικά ερωτήματα που παραμένουν ανοιχτά είναι κατά πόσο ο πόλεμος μεταξύ του Ισραήλ και της Χεζμπολάχ θα εκτροχιάσει την εύθραυστη εκεχειρία, την ώρα που οι εξελίξεις στη Μέση Ανατολή…

Israel launched an attack on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, identified by some reports as the South Pars facility. The Israeli Defense Minister confirmed the strike, stating the complex accounts for approximately half of Iran's petrochemical production.

The Iranian Parliament Speaker claims that seven million Iranians are ready to resist any US ground invasion of the Islamic Republic.

Former President Donald Trump claims the U.S. is negotiating with Iranian leadership and has made 'progress' on a deal, but simultaneously threatens to destroy Iran's oil wells, Kharg Island, and desalination plants if an agreement is not reached shortly. Gulf allies are reportedly urging him to continue fighting until the Islamic regime falls.

One month into the US-Israeli war against Iran, the conflict continues to expand and intensify, with reports indicating over 4,500 fatalities and President Trump's regime-change aspirations remaining unfulfilled. Key developments and challenges facing the conflict are being assessed as it hits the one-month mark.

Donald Trump has extended the deadline for pausing strikes on Iran's energy sites until April 6, stating that talks were going 'very well,' leading to a slight decline in global oil prices in early Asian trading.

President Trump's military operations against the Islamic Republic aim to end 47 years of Iranian terrorism and support Iranian people's freedom movement.

Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly proclaimed supreme leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, has reportedly been missing since his father's assassination. According to Axios, the CIA, Mossad, and other Western intelligence agencies are actively searching for him.

The island, which is Iran's main crude oil export terminal, has become the focus of Washington's attention as Trump looks to pressure the Islamic republic to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the crucial…

Iran's military renewed threats on Thursday to destroy the region's energy infrastructure were its facilities to be attacked again during the US-Israel war with the Islamic republic. The post Again,…

An article discusses whether the Red Sea could become the next major challenge for the global economy, referencing recent statements from the Islamic Republic regarding maritime issues.

The US intelligence chief informed lawmakers that Iran's regime remains 'intact' but has been 'degraded,' as officials were pressed on the ongoing Iran war and whether the Islamic Republic posed an imminent threat.

Malaysia’s medical tourism sector could receive a boost amid the widening conflict in the Middle East as potential patients look for safer alternatives in Asia, according to a private healthcare company. Dubai, the main medical hub in the region, has been under Iranian missile and drone retaliatory attacks since the US and Israel began air strikes on the Islamic Republic on February 28. This could prompt Middle Easterners who are seeking medical treatment to travel to Southeast Asian countrie...

Israel said Tuesday it had killed Iran's powerful national security chief, Ali Larijani, in what would be a huge blow to the Islamic republic more than two weeks into the war engulfing the Middle East. It would also suggest Iran's senior leadership has been infiltrated by Israeli intelligence, says France 24's Angela Diffley, meaning Iran's leaders "can no longer trust anybody".

Israel said Tuesday it had killed Iran's powerful national security chief, Ali Larijani, in what would be a huge blow to the Islamic republic, but probably not one that would deter Tehran from continuing the war against Israel and the US, says France 2''s correspondent in the Iranian capital Reza Sayah.

As Iran continues its retaliatory campaign for US and Israeli strikes that killed the Islamic Republic's supreme leader, Qatar announced on Tuesday that it intercepted a missile attack.
For Iranians living outside the Islamic Republic, the lack of news has left many in a constant state of anxiety.

US President Donald Trump has threatened further strikes on Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub and urged allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran vowed to intensify its response following previous US strikes.

Iranian state television reported the launch of a new barrage of missiles against Israel, marking the 15th day of the conflict triggered by Israeli and American attacks on the Islamic Republic.
Iranian leaders determined to prove Islamic republic’s staying power The Straits Times
An analysis piece discusses the potential for a new phase of Iran's Islamic Republic and how a tactical victory for Trump could lead to a prolonged conflict.

According to an investigation by the Bloomberg news organisation, Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei who has been appointed as the new head of the Islamic republic, has amassed wealth estimated at more than $100 billion. Money from oil sales has been channelled into investments in luxury British real estate, hotels in Europe and property in Dubai.

Impressive satellite images have emerged, showing significant damage to Iran's ballistic missile program, an objective reportedly pursued by the Trump administration in its conflict with the Islamic Republic.
Thomas Juneau warns that the Iranian regime is poised to become more aggressive than ever, urging Ottawa to take a more serious stance on the presence of Islamic Republic officials in Canada.

Destructive US and Israeli war and Islamic republic’s resilience have alarmed even those who supported foreign intervention

Iraq neighbours Iran, against which the United States and Israel launched massive strikes on February 28, as well as the Gulf, which the Islamic republic has hit with missile and drone attacks

Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, enters power as the Islamic republic faces its most serious crisis.

The potential succession of power from father to son in Iran could draw criticism, as it does not align with the principles of the Islamic Republic. A researcher suggests that childish politics are not typical for Iran.
Torn between the hope for the Islamic Republic's fall and fear of lasting destruction, Iranians have reacted in strikingly different ways to the war that began on February 28.
Thousands of faithful of the Islamic Republic promise resistance and martyrdom in a vigil for Ali Jamenei

Senior Iranian military commanders and government officials have issued statements underscoring the Islamic Republic's heightened military readiness and firm stance against continued US pressure.

The UN Special Rapporteur for human rights in Iran, Mai Sato, stated that civilians are the primary victims of the conflict and internal repression in the Islamic Republic, characterized by rhetoric that condones war crimes.

A high-ranking Iranian military official stated that foreign adversaries have failed to shatter Iran's will through sanctions or threats, affirming the Islamic Republic's role as a pillar of stability against Western coercion and regional aggression.

Iran's joint command announced that if attacked, the Islamic Republic's armed forces would destroy all infrastructure in the Middle East, leaving no trace.

The late Iranian leader Ali Khamenei restructured the Islamic Republic's power system, elevating the security apparatus and the Revolutionary Guard. This shift could now pose challenges for his son and potential successor.

Significant political changes are reportedly underway in the Islamic Republic of Iran following Khamenei, with the role of the supreme leader expected to be considerably diminished as a power struggle begins.

The grand farewell for Khamenei was interpreted as a signal from Iran that the Islamic Republic remains intact despite months of internal conflict.

This article explores whether the current events represent a farewell to a leader or a display of continuity within Iran's system, noting how the Islamic Republic's response has been observed through the gradual expansion of institutional structures around the position of the supreme leader.

The US and Iran have exchanged strikes, with Iran threatening the US after recent attacks and warning that attacks on the Islamic Republic endanger the gradual opening of the Strait of Hormuz. This escalation has led to renewed fighting and concerns about regional stability.

A US judge has ordered Donald Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5.8 million after the Supreme Court declined his appeal in a sexual abuse and defamation case. This ruling follows a previous verdict finding Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation against Carroll.

Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over, leading to a surge in Middle East tensions and a spike in oil prices, with Brent briefly touching $80 a barrel. Iran has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz and hit 'twice the number of targets' as the US.
Iran's supreme leader is reportedly attempting to purge a figure known as the 'Judge of Death' to consolidate judicial power within the Islamic Republic.

Preparations are underway in Tehran for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic of Iran for nearly 37 years, with his body expected to be displayed starting Saturday.

Iran's Central Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters has issued a warning regarding Israeli military aircraft movements through the airspace of neighboring countries en route to Iran. The Islamic Republic described such activities as a 'dangerous act' and a threat.
An opinion piece asserts that recent Geneva talks have inadvertently benefited Hezbollah and Iran, failing to achieve peace in the Strait of Hormuz conflict and making the Islamic Republic the primary beneficiary of the American plan.

After surviving the recent conflict, the Islamic Republic of Iran's regime now faces an even greater challenge: making peace with its own population. Iranians are reportedly shaken not only by the war's impact but also by the killing of thousands.
Rock concerts are breaking out in postwar Tehran as the Islamic Republic loosens dress codes and restrictions on music, even while continuing to target dissidents.

Največja grožnja premirju med ZDA in Iranom je morebitno nadaljevanje izraelskih napadov na Libanon.

Who is the winner of the US and Israel war against Iran? Experts agree that Washington and Tel Aviv did not achieve their set goals, while the Islamic Republic, despite military and economic...
A statement from 22 states condemned Iran, accusing it of fronting 'lethal' worldwide terror attacks and urging the Islamic Republic to halt these actions.

A guest commentary suggests that the ideological system of Iran's Gottesstaat has collapsed with the war, with 90 percent of the population no longer wanting an Islamic Republic. The regime is clinging to power through violence, raising questions about Europe's role.

One hundred days after the Iran war began, the Islamic Republic appears stable on the surface, but economic strain, social unrest, and growing repression indicate deeper instability.

This article examines how Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan, as Islamic states, have adhered to Islamic principles of efficiency, equity, and social justice. It provides an analytical perspective on their governance.

Reports of a potential deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and withdraw US forces were met with conflicting statements from Iran and the US, with the White House calling Iranian claims of an agreement a "fabrication." Meanwhile, the US delivered its first KC-46 aircraft to Israel, enhancing its capabilities for potential independent strikes on Iran.

Iranian regime critics in Switzerland are warning of escalating threats from the Islamic Republic, reporting intimidating phone calls and fantasies of violence against their families.

Iran has confiscated the properties of Ali Karimi, a former national football team star, after he criticized the Islamic Republic and supported the protest movement, leading to him being labeled a "traitor to the nation."

The Kremlin announced the cancellation of the traditional Victory Day parade march in Moscow, citing security threats and stating it would be held in a digital format. This decision comes amidst ongoing tensions and discussions regarding foreign leaders' attendance.

An opinion piece titled 'The Golden State Has Fallen: Welcome To The Islamic Republic Of California' critiques California's current political and social direction. It specifically references a 19-0 vote by the California Assembly Committee on Public Employment and Retirement on April 8.

A new review highlights Homa Katouzian's landmark account, 'Iran and the Revolution,' which contextualizes current events by exploring the birth of the Islamic Republic in 1979.

Israel's Defense Minister Katz has warned that the country may need to 'act again' against Iran. He indicated that such actions could be taken to eliminate perceived existential threats from the Islamic Republic.

Weeks of ongoing conflict have severely deteriorated Iran's already challenging economic situation, raising the specter of a significant post-war crisis for the Islamic Republic.
Iranian academic Mahdieh Esfandyari argued that the enemy's confrontation targets Iranian civilization, not solely the Islamic Republic.
An opinion piece discusses how Iran's Islamic republic, despite mass executions and repression, is gaining sympathy in parts of the West, driven by propaganda and distorted narratives.
An article discusses a forgotten brief period of détente in the relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the USA.

Analyst says Iran's delay in burying Supreme Leader Khamenei over 40 days after his killing reveals a deepening crisis inside the Islamic Republic.

Peaceful protests took place outside the US embassy in Iceland, with participants expressing strong opposition to the Islamic Republic of Iran, stating that "peace with the Islamic Republic is worse than hell."

Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in his latest written message the Islamic republic did not want war with the United States and Israel, but would protect its rights as a nation, state…

The Autonomous Region of Kurdistan in Northern Iraq, long considered a bastion of stability, is now under fire. Some Kurdish groups are reportedly preparing for an attack against the Islamic Republic, raising concerns about their potential entry into the broader conflict.

Iran executed two men convicted of membership in a banned opposition group and carrying out disruptive actions aimed at overthrowing the Islamic Republic, drawing alarm from rights groups.

The US-Iran conflict continues to fuel a global energy shock, with oil prices surging and Asian stocks falling after Trump's vows. The UK is experiencing unprecedented fuel price rises, while Saudi Arabia explores its East-West pipeline as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz chokehold, all contributing to a broader economic slowdown and inflation.

A historical review notes that on March 30, 1979, Iranians voted in a referendum to establish an Islamic Republic, a pivotal moment in the country's history.

An Iranian missile and drone attack targeted the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring several US service members, two seriously, and damaging US aircraft. Marco Rubio claims the war is expected to end in weeks, adding to new reports confirming the extent of damage and casualties.

Life and freedom are integral to the Iranian spirit. Even amid these dark days, I have hope that the conflict could liberate my people What is a writer’s responsibility?

As President Trump's ultimatum deadline approaches, Iran has reiterated its threats to retaliate against Gulf energy and water facilities, vowing action if power plants are destroyed, while tensions rise over the ticking clock on the U.S. President's demand to unblock the Strait of Hormuz.

On March 19, just a day before the celebration of the ancient Iranian New Year Nowruz, the Islamic regime executed one of Iran’s most gifted wrestlers, along with two other young men.

Kurdish militias in Iran are reportedly waiting for the regime to weaken before making their move, as Donald Trump has shelved a plan for their involvement against the Islamic Republic, a move not favored by the opposition or Turkey.
Who’s who in Iran? Guide to the Islamic Republic’s new leaders The Straits Times

As officials left Tehran, shrouded in thick, black smoke, the Slovenian ambassador to the Islamic Republic, Igor Jukič, stated that Iranians deserve peace, stability, and development after all the recent turbulence.

A US intelligence chief informed lawmakers that Iran's regime remains 'intact' but has been 'degraded,' as officials were pressed on the Iran war and the threat posed by the Islamic Republic.

The head of the Iranian army, General Amir Hatami, announced today that the Islamic Republic will 'take revenge' for the death of the head of the Islamic Republic's national security council...

Gulf Arab states are reportedly urging the United States not to halt its military actions against Iran, advocating for a sustained campaign until the Islamic Republic is permanently incapacitated to prevent future threats to oil lifelines.
Iran tightens internet curbs on eve of festival tied to protests The Straits Times
As Israel and the US press their aerial campaign against the Islamic Republic, the protests, the blackouts, and the sleeper cells all point in one direction.

This article discusses a war that 'nobody wanted, but was inevitable,' warning of severe global consequences if the Islamic Republic emerges victorious. It predicts soaring energy prices, nuclear proliferation, and a powerful Moscow-Beijing-Tehran axis leveraging blackmail.

Over 3 Million Iranians Forcibly Displaced Under US-Israeli Bombardment More than 3 million Iranians have been displaced by the ongoing US-Israeli war against the Islamic Republic, according to the main UN refugee agency. Ayaki Ito, director of the Division of Emergency and Program Support at the UN refugee agency, has described that the US-Israeli attack has already triggered mass internal displacement across Iran. "Between 600,000 and 1 million Iranian households are now tempo...

Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, in a message to the leaders of Muslim countries on Saturday, invited them to rely on the Islamic Republic of Iran and the unity of Muslim peoples, and said that...

On March 10, as the US-Israel war with Iran entered its second week, the Bahrain government announced the arrest of six persons hailing from Asian countries — five of them Pakistanis — on charges of filming, publishing and reposting “videos related to the effects of the treacherous Iranian aggression”. The Iran conflict — which broke out on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on the Islamic Republic and assassinated then-supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,...

Iran's security chief, Ali Larijani, has warned that Iran would target power grids in the region if the United States were to attack the Islamic republic's electricity supplies.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson has accused the European Union of "indifference and consent" to US-Israeli attacks against the Islamic Republic, equating it to complicity.

As the US-Israel strikes on the Islamic republic approached their third week, the conflict showed no signs of letting up with Tehran responding with more retaliatory attacks across the Gulf. The post Brent crude tops $100 as Iran attacks offset IEA stockpile release appeared first on Vanguard News.
Reza Pahlavi, working with allied experts, has developed a detailed 'Emergency Phase' plan for governing Iran immediately after the fall of the Islamic Republic, urging Iranians to prepare for his 'final call' as he anticipates regime collapse.

US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
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Ali Larijani, head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that the potential election of Mojtaba Khamenei as successor to his father as Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic has caused 'despair' in the United States and Israel.
Beyond economic crisis and political oppression, demonstrations in Iran are targeting the fundamental doctrine of the Islamic Republic's power: the rule of the jurists.