Iran warns of unfettered retaliation if attacked as mediators try for peace
Iran’s supreme leader says Tehran’s potential response will not be restricted by geography.
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Iran’s supreme leader says Tehran’s potential response will not be restricted by geography.
As Washington and Tehran send mixed signals, analysts say trust remains a key obstacle to any deal.
Hamed Mirzaei lost his wife, parents and many others in a devastating US-Israeli attack on Tehran.
Iran said four tankers struck mines in the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran disputed a U.S. claim that key shipping lanes had been cleared.
The announcement comes despite talks between Iran and the Mecca pact countries in Tehran earlier this week.
Trump denies directing his VP to restart talks, but says he approved outreach on Iran's need for medical supplies.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have taken their latest peace push directly to Tehran. Officially, it was to avert a new military escalation, but their diplomatic outreach can also be seen as a warning to Iran.
Officials from Riyadh, Islamabad, Ankara and Tehran met in Iran.
As Israelis head to the polls, the country's conflict with Iran casts a long shadow over the ballot box. But any leadership changes in Israel may not be enough to shake up its grand strategy on Tehran.
Officials from Iran, Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia held talks in Tehran in an effort to stop further escalation.
Countering Houthi advances in Yemen will be a major focus for Saudi Arabia and its allies in Tehran.
Traders say some exports are crossing border after a weeklong halt, but Tehran says its cargo is not getting through.
US President Donald Trump sarcastically responded to a reporter asking about possible renewed attacks on Iran.
Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi missile over Riyadh as rebels warn city airport is unsafe military target.
Tehran warns that even limited strikes would trigger a response 'several times greater'.
The positions of Washington and Tehran have changed dramatically since US-Israeli strikes began the war, analysts say.
Israel can inflict devastating damage on Iran, but analysts question its ability to overthrow Tehran’s government.
Iranian officials say the goal is to keep the regime in power and threaten enough regional costs to make a prolonged campaign unattractive. US media reports indicate that Trump is considering strikes after the midterms.
Russia’s nuclear expertise, close ties with Tehran and negotiation experience could give Moscow an edge as a mediator.