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US–IranAtlantic Report Says Iran War Has Angered and Constrained Trump
The Atlantic reports that Trump's inability to end the war with Iran has angered him and restricted his decision-making. Rising diesel prices and Republican electoral concerns are cited as consequences.
Israel–IranPalestinian girl rescued from rubble after Israeli strike on Gaza City apartment
A young Palestinian girl was rescued from the rubble of her family's apartment following an Israeli strike on Gaza City at dawn on Wednesday, according to Mehr News.
Israel–IranAP-NORC poll finds 56% of Americans say Trump prioritizes personal wealth
A new AP-NORC survey found 56% of US adults believe President Trump has focused heavily on his personal business interests, while about 60% think he is profiting from the presidency illegally or unethically.
Pakistan ShiaTwo militants killed in joint operation in Bannu, northwest Pakistan
Pakistan's Counter-Terrorism Department said two militants were killed in an intelligence-based operation in Bannu district after reports they were planning a major attack. One of the dead, Muhib Khan, was wanted in 22 cases.
Israel–IranIRGC chief praises defense industry experts for work during US and Israeli-imposed wars
IRGC Commander Major General Ahmad Vahidi met new Defense Minister Mehrdad Akhlaghi on Wednesday, praising defense specialists for their work during the 12-day and 40-day wars. The two discussed boosting cooperation between the Defense Ministry and IRGC.
IranVatican says Pope Leo has lung cancer after surgery
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo has lung adenocarcinoma, confirmed after surgery at Gemelli Hospital in Rome to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
US–IranUS lawmakers press Pentagon over civilian deaths in Iran
Democratic Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari criticized a September 1 US air strike in Kuhestak, Hormozgan province, that killed five civilians including two children, and cited a February 28 strike on a school in Minab that killed 120 children.
IranIran's nuclear chief says country's nuclear capabilities match developed nations
AEOI Chief Mohammad Eslami stated Iran's nuclear science and technology are on par with developed countries, speaking at National Standard Day in Tehran.
US–IranIranian diplomat dismisses Trump's remarks on Tehran destroying Los Angeles as election rhetoric
An Iranian diplomat told TASS that Donald Trump's claims about Tehran destroying American cities are unfounded and amount to campaign rhetoric, while asserting Iran's military doctrine is defensive and its missile power is a deterrent fact.
World ShiaIran and Oman foreign ministers discuss regional developments including Yemen
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi and Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr al-Busaidi held a phone call early Wednesday to discuss regional developments, including Yemen, and ways to achieve peace and stability.
US–IranIranian Commander Says US Ground Invasion Would Lead to Mass Captures
A senior Iranian commander dismissed the possibility of a US ground invasion, saying US forces would be captured in large numbers and that Washington has not even discussed the option privately.
IranIran Summons UK Ambassador Over Allegations, Demands Evidence on RAF Fairford Incident
Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned the UK ambassador to protest British allegations and demand evidence regarding an alleged incident at RAF Fairford, warning of consequences for bilateral relations.
US–IranIRGC Navy Commander Says US Ships Approaching Strait of Hormuz Will Be Sunk
In his first televised interview, IRGC Navy Commander General Ali Ozmaei said US claims of controlling the Strait of Hormuz are far from reality, warning that US ships approaching the strait will be sunk.
World ShiaYemeni official calls Saudi strike on Sanaa oil company a war crime
Yemeni government spokesman Omar al-Bukhaiti said the Saudi airstrike on the Yemeni Oil Company in Sanaa was a blatant war crime, noting the targeted facilities were empty and oil supplies remain stable. Yemen's armed forces warned of evacuations at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, an Aramco refinery, and oil facilities in Dhahran.
IranIran and Turkey foreign ministers discuss regional developments and Yemen in phone call
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi and Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan spoke by phone on Tuesday night, exchanging views on regional developments, Yemen, and ways to reduce tensions and strengthen stability.
IranIRGC rescues kidnapped engineer in Zahedan operation, six attackers killed
The IRGC's Quds Base said its forces freed a construction engineer abducted in western Zahedan and killed six members of the kidnapping team; one IRGC serviceman was martyred.
IranIranian Navy Reports Burning Tanker in Eastern Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Army Navy said a tanker with its navigation systems off was found damaged and burning in the eastern Strait of Hormuz. It said vessels must coordinate with Iranian forces for safe passage.
IranIranian deputy FM warns consequences of any US attack would extend beyond region
Kazem Gharibabadi said in an interview with RIA Novosti that any renewed US aggression against Iran would have consequences extending beyond the region, urging Washington to pursue diplomacy.
IranIran Intelligence Ministry arrests two arms smuggling suspects in western Iran
Iran's Intelligence Ministry arrested two members of an arms smuggling network in western Iran, according to Mehr News. Separately, three Takfiri-linked cells were dismantled in Sistan and Baluchestan and Hormozgan provinces, with two suspects killed and ten arrested.
IranFive killed in clash between IRGC forces and kidnapping team in Zahedan
IRGC Quds Base forces killed five members of a kidnapping team in Kourin, Zahedan, and freed an abducted engineer. One IRGC serviceman was martyred in the operation.
ReligiousIRGC official says US suffered heavy defeat against Iranian resistance
Brigadier General Yadollah Javani stated that the enemy's assumption that Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom would collapse the Islamic Establishment was wrong, and that Iran achieved a strategic victory in the war against the United States.
World ShiaIran and Egypt foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties and regional developments in phone call
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and his Egyptian counterpart held a phone call to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments, including the situation in Yemen and diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions.
World ShiaYemeni forces say they downed Saudi reconnaissance drone over Saada
Yemeni Armed Forces spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree said the military detected and targeted an armed Wing Loong II drone belonging to the Royal Saudi Air Force. He also said a ballistic missile strike hit Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport and warned airlines against flying to Saudi airports.
IranIran and India security chiefs discuss regional and international developments
Iran's top security official Mohsen Rezaei and his Indian counterpart held a telephone conversation on Monday, exchanging views on bilateral relations and regional and international developments.