Iran

Fifty-three killed in US strikes on Yemen, Houthis say
US strikes on Yemen kill 53; Houthi vow retaliation amid rising tensions.


Rubio says US ‘doing the world a favor’ by striking Houthi rebels
Trump orders airstrikes on Iran-backed Houthis; Rubio defends action


Trump watches strike on Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen in new White House pics as large-scale op continues
Trump orders strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen to protect US shipping and deter threats


Sweden says Russia is greatest threat to its security
Sweden's security agency warns of heightened Russian threat post-NATO membership.


Iran criticises 'bullying countries' after Trump letter demanding talks
Iran rebuffs Trump's nuclear negotiation plea amid rising tensions


Iran accelerates production of near weapons-grade uranium, IAEA says
Iran boosts uranium enrichment, raising global nuclear tensions.


Huge crowds gather for Hezbollah leader Nasrallah's funeral
Hezbollah mourns leaders after Israeli strikes; tensions with Israel escalate.


Senior UN peacekeeper injured in convoy attack in Lebanon
UN peacekeepers attacked in Lebanon; calls for swift investigation


Fact check: Trump makes false claims about his 2024 victory, the 2020 election, immigration and more at DC rally | CNN Politics
Fact-checking Trump's repeated false claims at pre-inauguration rally


Russia’s growing ties with Iran have shaped the war in Ukraine. A new treaty will raise the stakes for Trump’s administration | CNN
Russia, Iran sign pivotal deal amid Trump’s return, shifting geopolitics.


Iranian President Says Country Did Not Plot To Kill Trump Despite DOJ Charges
Iran denies plotting to kill Trump amidst U.S. allegations, seeks diplomatic ties


Biden offers a first draft of his foreign policy achievements | CNN Politics
Biden touts foreign policy wins as Trump set to retake office


German-Iranian woman Nahid Taghavi released from prison in Tehran
German-Iranian Nahid Taghavi freed after 4 years in Iranian prison.


Incoming Trump administration given new blueprint on ways to weaken Iran: 'unique opportunity'
Trump team urged to revive pressure on weakened Iran with bold strategy


Sullivan claims Biden admin leaves Russia, China and Iran 'weaker,' America 'safer' before Trump hand-off
Trump warns Middle East turmoil if hostages not freed by inauguration


Italy’s justice minister asks court to release an Iranian held on a US warrant | CNN
Italy seeks to cancel US extradition of Iranian linked to deadly drone attack


Top Foreign Affairs Republican predicts US won't leave NATO but will strengthen it
Risch backs NATO, pushes Iran sanctions with Trump amid spending debate.


Iran unveils underground storage facility, claims development of ‘new special missiles’ | CNN
Iran unveils underground missile base, hints at new missile capabilities


Italy's Meloni hopes to attend Trump inauguration; downplays Greenland remarks
Meloni dismisses Trump's forceful rhetoric as warning to China, not hostile intent


Israel warns Lebanon truce could collapse if Hezbollah doesn’t withdraw in south | CNN
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire at risk over troop withdrawal dispute
