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Iran to boycott 2026 World Cup draw over US visa row

Iran says it will boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw in the United States, protesting visa restrictions that could prevent its officials from attending the ceremony. The draw is scheduled to take place in the US, one of the three co-hosts of the 2026 tournament alongside Canada and Mexico.​ Iranian football authorities argue that current US entry rules and political tensions could stop members of their delegation from securing visas. They insist that all qualified teams should be guaranteed equal access to attend official FIFA events, including the final draw.​ Officials in Tehran say they have raised their concerns with FIFA, warning that hosting a major football event in a country with strict visa limits undermines the principle of fairness. They contend that sports events should remain neutral spaces, free from political pressure or discrimination.​ The boycott threat adds […]

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Iran Slams Israel Killing of Hezbollah Military Chief

Iran has sharply condemned Israel following the assassination of Hezbollah’s senior military leader in Lebanon, calling it a direct breach of both international law and a November 2024 ceasefire agreement. Iranian officials described the attack as a “brutal breach of Lebanon’s national sovereignty” and accused Israel of deliberately escalating regional instability. State media quotes Iran’s Foreign Ministry calling for international accountability for Israel’s actions and expressing unwavering support for Hezbollah. Israeli officials claimed the killing was in response to repeated ceasefire violations by Hezbollah and said it was necessary to prevent future attacks against Israel. The incident has heightened regional fears, with Iran threatening consequences and reiterating that it will stand by its allies in Lebanon. The episode comes amid ongoing hostilities and tit-for-tat operations in the Middle East, highlighting deepening divisions after the deadly October 7 attacks.

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Iran Seeks Foreign Help as Fire Ravages UNESCO Forests

Iran has sought foreign assistance to combat a large fire ravaging the UNESCO-listed Hyrcanian forests in the north. Stretching 1,000 kilometers along the Caspian Sea into Azerbaijan, the ancient forests—unique for their 25–50 million-year age and 3,200 plant species—were recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2019. The blaze, allegedly sparked by hunters in Mazandaran province, reignited on November 15 after an earlier outbreak was quelled. Iran’s government urgently requested help from friendly countries, with Turkey dispatching planes, a helicopter, and specialists. If necessary, Iran said it would seek aid from Russia. The country also faces its worst drought in six decades, making firefighting efforts extremely complex. UNESCO highlights the forests’ rare, endemic, and endangered species, vital to Persian heritage and biodiversity. Iranian scientists and officials warn the fire risks irreparable natural and cultural loss, urging accelerated international support.

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Hezbollah rejects any Lebanon-Israel negotiations, vows to defend itself

Hezbollah has rejected the possibility of political negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, declaring on Thursday that any such dialogue would “not serve the national interest.” The statement, released amid mounting U.S. and Egyptian pressure on Beirut to open talks with Tel Aviv, reaffirmed the Iran-backed group’s stance as tensions rise along the Israel-Lebanon border. A source close to Hezbollah’s political leadership told AFP that the declaration followed renewed diplomatic efforts to encourage direct negotiations between the two countries, which remain technically at war. In an open letter to the Lebanese people and government, Hezbollah said, “We reject any political negotiations with the Zionist enemy and reaffirm our legitimate right to defend ourselves against an enemy that imposes war on our country and does not cease its attacks.” While Lebanon’s military has largely stayed out of hostilities, Hezbollah — the only […]

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Iran’s Khamenei Mocks Trump’s Claim of Destroying Nuclear Sites

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has publicly mocked US President Donald Trump over his claims that American strikes "obliterated" Iran's nuclear facilities. In a statement, Khamenei told Trump to "keep dreaming" and condemned his comments as "improper, wrong, and bullying." This comes after Trump stated in a recent speech that US bombs had destroyed Iran's nuclear capability. The exchange refers to a series of airstrikes by Israel and the US on Iranian nuclear sites in June. While Trump has boasted about the operation's success, the actual damage is unclear. US intelligence reports suggest the strikes only delayed Iran's nuclear program by a few months to two years, not destroyed it. The military action has derailed nuclear negotiations between the two countries. Iran has stated it will only return to talks if the US provides guarantees against further military strikes.

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Iran Declares End to Nuclear Deal Restrictions

Iran announced on Saturday that it is no longer bound by restrictions on its nuclear programme, marking the official expiration of a landmark 10-year deal with world powers. Despite the move, Tehran reaffirmed its “commitment to diplomacy.” The 2015 nuclear accord, signed in Vienna by Iran, the United States, China, Russia, France, Britain, and Germany, had lifted international sanctions in exchange for limits on Iran’s nuclear activities. However, the agreement began to unravel after the United States withdrew under President Donald Trump in 2018, prompting Iran to roll back its commitments. The United Nations reinstated sanctions last month at the request of Britain, France, and Germany, effectively ending the deal. In a statement, Iran’s foreign ministry said, “All provisions of the deal, including restrictions on Iran’s nuclear programme and related mechanisms, are now terminated.” It added that Iran remains committed […]

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Iran Executes Alleged Top Israeli Spy After June War

Iran announced Monday it has executed a man accused of being one of Israel’s top spies, deepening tensions months after the two countries’ brief but devastating war. The judiciary’s Mizan Online reported that Bahman Choubi Asl was hanged after being convicted of working “closely” with Mossad, Israel’s foreign intelligence service. Officials said he had “privileged access to vital and sovereign databases” inside the Islamic republic but did not specify when he was arrested. The execution comes in the wake of the 12-day conflict in June, when unprecedented Israeli airstrikes hit Iranian military, government, and nuclear sites, killing senior officers, nuclear scientists, and civilians. Tehran retaliated with waves of missile and drone strikes on Israel before both sides halted hostilities. Since then, Iranian authorities have vowed swift justice for alleged collaborators. Dozens have been detained, and several executions announced. On August […]

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Iran executes man convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad

Iran on Wednesday hanged Babak Shahbazi, convicted of spying for Israel’s Mossad since 2022, the judiciary announced via Mizan Online. The Supreme Court upheld his death sentence for “corruption on earth” and “waging war against God.” Shahbazi, who worked on industrial cooling systems for firms tied to Iran’s military, security, and telecom sectors, allegedly passed sensitive data to Mossad in exchange for money and foreign residency. The execution follows Iran’s vow of “swift justice” against suspected collaborators after its June war with Israel. In August, Iran executed Roozbeh Vadi, an Atomic Energy Organisation employee, for allegedly leaking details on nuclear scientists and facilities. In July, Iran’s intelligence ministry claimed it had arrested 20 Mossad-linked operatives across Tehran and other provinces. Rights groups, including Amnesty International, list Iran as the second-highest executioner worldwide after China.

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Trump Moves to Blacklist Nations for Wrongful US Detentions

US President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order to create a blacklist of countries accused of unjustly detaining American citizens, introducing sweeping penalties including travel bans. The order establishes a new designation — “state sponsors of wrongful detention” — mirroring the existing US list of state sponsors of terrorism. “With this EO you are signing today, you are drawing a line in the sand that US citizens will not be used as bargaining chips,” Trump aide Sebastian Gorka told reporters in the Oval Office. The Trump administration did not immediately disclose the countries likely to be listed, but a senior US official confirmed that China, Iran, and Afghanistan were under review for what Washington calls “persistent hostage diplomacy.” Countries designated under the new system could face sanctions, export controls, and visa bans for officials complicit in wrongful imprisonment. […]

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Iran’s Regional Influence Weakens Amid Setbacks

Over the past two years, Iran’s network of allies across the Middle East has endured significant setbacks. In Syria, the regime of President Bashar al-Assad has collapsed. In Lebanon, Hezbollah was forced to lay down its arms under a United States-brokered ceasefire and now faces mounting pressure to fully disarm. In Yemen, the Houthis were compelled to halt disruptions of maritime traffic through the Red Sea following heavy US bombardments that targeted infrastructure and civilian areas. Adding to the string of losses, an Israeli airstrike on Thursday killed Yemen’s prime minister, Ahmed al-Rahawi, alongside several ministers. These developments have dramatically diminished what was once seen as Iran’s formidable deterrence in the region. Observers warn that Tehran’s influence may shrink further as its position in Iraq grows increasingly precarious. The Iraqi government is under pressure from Washington to curb the power […]

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