Middle East
‘We Are Concerned About the Attack on Civilians at a Wedding in Iran’ — US Vice President JD Vance
The United States is investigating a recent airstrike on a wedding ceremony in Iran, US Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday. He made the remarks during a White House press briefing as tensions continued to escalate in West Asia.
South Korea Reviews Deployment of Military and Civilian Assets to the Strait of Hormuz — Reuters
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, South Korea is reviewing options for both military and civilian contributions to help ensure freedom of navigation and maritime security in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. However, the presidential office said no final decision has yet been made regarding a possible military deployment.
Iran and Russia Are Tested and Strategic Partners in Their National and International Interests; Both Countries Desperately Need Each Other
Signs of deepening strategic ties between Iran and Russia have emerged following a recent meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The two leaders highlighted mutual cooperation and support during their meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit.
“We Know What Kind of Military Preparations Iran Is Making; They Can’t Even Go to the Bathroom Without Us Knowing” — US President Donald Trump
Amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran in West Asia, US President Donald Trump has claimed that Washington’s intelligence surveillance of Iran is so extensive that none of Tehran’s military preparations can escape US detection. He also said that the United States is ready to strike Iran again at any time if it chooses to do so.
There Is No Alternative for the United States but to Withdraw Its Forces from the Middle East and Iran’s Region — Iranian National Security Commission Chairman Ebrahim Azizi
Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Chairman Ebrahim Azizi has called for the complete withdrawal of US military forces from the Middle East, saying there is no alternative for Washington but to pull its troops out of the region. He claimed that the presence of American forces does not provide security but instead increases insecurity for the countries and peoples of the region.
Concerns Over an Unexpected Escalation in the Middle East, Flight Cancellations and Airspace Closures — US Citizens Urged to Remain Vigilant
Amid concerns over renewed tensions in the Middle East, the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the US Consulate General in Dubai have warned American citizens in the region. In a security alert issued on September 1, the missions said the security situation remains complex and that there is a possibility of an “unexpected escalation” in the region.
IRGC Claims Iranian Ballistic Missile Strike on US Marine Base in Jordan in Response to US Attack, Says Large Number of US Troops Were Killed
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it carried out a heavy ballistic missile strike on a US Marine base in Jordan’s Aqaba region in retaliation for recent US attacks on Iran. The IRGC said the strike killed a large number of US troops and damaged key military infrastructure.
SCO Leaders Call for Unlocking the UN’s Full Potential and Rejecting Double Standards and the ‘Law of the Jungle’
Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) have called for a stronger and more effective United Nations, while urging the international community to reject double standards, unilateral dominance and the so-called “law of the jungle.” The remarks came during the SCO Plus meeting in Bishkek, where leaders discussed reforming global governance and advancing a more multipolar international order.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Urges PM Narendra Modi to Use India’s Influence to Help Restore Regional Peace
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to use India’s diplomatic influence and extensive international contacts to help end regional conflicts and restore peace. He called on New Delhi to encourage the parties involved to move away from war and bloodshed and return to dialogue, diplomacy and negotiations.
Why the SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan Is More Important Than Ever for Indian Diplomacy and BRICS Countries Summit
The 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit is being held in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, bringing together the leaders of India, Russia, China, Iran, Pakistan and other member states.
IRGC Claims Missile and Drone Strikes on US Military Bases in Jordan and the UAE in Retaliation for US Attack on Iran’s Larak Island
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and military have claimed that Iran launched missile and drone attacks against US military facilities in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in retaliation for a recent US airstrike on Iran’s Larak Island.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Calls on Muslim World to Unite and Build a Stronger Front Against the US and Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has called on the Muslim world to remain united and build a stronger position against the United States and Israel, saying divisions among Muslims serve the interests of their adversaries.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Reaffirms Full Support for Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, Vows to Move the Country Forward
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s Cabinet has reaffirmed its full support and loyalty to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, while pledging to advance the country on a stronger and more unified path.
President Masoud Pezeshkian Pledges Full Support for Domestic Solar Panel Manufacturers to Meet Iran’s Power Demand and Strengthen Energy Security
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged full government support for domestic solar panel manufacturers and investors in the renewable energy sector, saying there will be no restrictions on supporting investment and expanding domestic production.
South Africa Ready to Cooperate With Iran on Legal Action Against the United States and Israel Over Alleged International Crimes
South Africa is prepared to cooperate with Iran in pursuing legal action against the United States and Israel over alleged international crimes, according to a statement made by a member of the South African legal delegation at the 11th BRICS Legal Forum 2026 in New Delhi.
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Arrives in Tehran as Diplomatic Efforts Intensify to De-escalate Iran–U.S. Conflict
Pakistan’s Army Chief and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has arrived in Tehran as part of diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in the ongoing Iran–U.S. conflict and promote regional peace and security. He was accompanied by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
Iran Is Currently in a Position of Strength and Dignity, the World Recognizes Iran’s Victory — President Masoud Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for an end to the ongoing war in West Asia. He said the world recognizes Iran’s “victory” and that ending the war while Iran remains in a position of “strength and dignity” would be more advantageous for Tehran.
If Oman Interferes in Talks on Ending the War with Iran and Navigation Through the Strait of Hormuz, We’ll Bomb Them” — President Trump Threatens
US President Donald Trump has threatened to launch a bombing attack on Oman if Muscat obstructs discussions on ending the war with Iran and restoring navigation through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The Islamic Republic of Iran Achieved Victory Both on the Battlefield and at the Negotiating Table — Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran achieved success on both the military and diplomatic fronts in its conflict with the United States and Israel. He described the memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between Iran and the United States in Islamabad as a significant diplomatic achievement for Tehran, strengthening Iran’s position on the diplomatic front.
U.S. Intelligence Could Not Verify Israeli Warnings of Iranian Plots to Assassinate President Donald Trump — Reuters
U.S. intelligence agencies were unable to independently verify several warnings received from Israel concerning alleged Iranian plots to assassinate President Donald Trump, Reuters reported. Citing current and former U.S. officials, the report said some of the intelligence was assessed by U.S. agencies as “low confidence.”