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Israel retains capabilities inside Tehran, Mossad chief says
Speaking at the Prime Minister's Award Ceremony, Barnea said: “We have won, and we will continue to win. Though we proved that Iran is penetrable, we are not letting up. “The Mossad has very strong operational capabilities, even more imaginative...
World AFP UN Security Council to vote on Iran nuclear sanctions Friday
The UN Security Council will vote Friday on whether to reimpose sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program, the Council's rotating presidency said, after Britain, France and Germany triggered the vote. The three European countries, signatories to...

India's operations at Iran's Chabahar Port under threat as US ends sanctions waiver
“Consistent with President Trump’s maximum pressure policy to isolate the Iranian regime, the Secretary of State has revoked the sanctions exception for Afghanistan reconstruction assistance and economic development,” the US State department said...

UN Security Council to vote on Iran nuclear sanctions Friday
The UN Security Council will vote Friday on whether to reimpose sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program, the Council's rotating presidency said, after Britain, France and Germany triggered the vote. The three European countries, signatories to...

Opinion: Rise of Plurilateralism — A quiet revolution in global governance
In a fragmented global order, plurilateralism offers agility and strategic alignment By Dr Sukhamaya Swain, Dr Siddhartha Bhattacharya For decades, multilateralism has been the dominant mode of international cooperation, bringing together diverse...

Revolution Leader: Our position is firm officially & popularly in continuing jihad effectively & in developing greater military capabilities
Revolution Leader: Our position is firm officially & popularly in continuing jihad effectively & in developing greater military capabilities Sana’a - Saba: The Revolution Leader, Sayyid Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, reiterated Yemen’s firm...

US revokes sanctions waiver for India at Iran's Chabahar port: How will it impact New Delhi?
The revocation of the sanctions waiver will be effective from September 29. In May 2024, India signed a 10-year contract to operate the port that will help it expand trade with Central Asia. The US has revoked the 2018 sanctions waiver for...

US Revokes 2018 Sanction Waiver For India, Other Nations At Iran's Chabahar Port
Last Updated:September 18, 2025, 21:47 IST The US revoked the 2018 sanctions exception for Iran's Chabahar Port, risking penalties for Indian operators and impacting India’s key regional connectivity project. Located in the Sistan-Balochistan...

Chabahar Port at risk? US revokes sanction exemption on Iran
The United States has revoked the sanctions exception related to the Chabahar Port and imposed fresh sanctions targeting Iran's financial networks. The move comes as part of the US's broader strategy to apply maximum pressure on Iran, particularly...

US victims of October 7 attacks file a new lawsuit against Hamas, Syria, Iran and North Korea
By Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — A prominent Jewish advocacy group filed a lawsuit on Thursday against Hamas and other armed groups, as well as Iran, Syria and North Korea, seeking billions in damages over the October 7 attacks in Israel. The suit,...

Israel Launches Airstrikes On Hezbollah Military Targets In South Lebanon
Last Updated:September 18, 2025, 22:39 IST Israel launched new air strikes on Hezbollah targets in south Lebanon. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam criticized the move amid ongoing international peace efforts. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam...

Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Risch, Colleagues in Applauding E3 Snapback Sanctions on Iran
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and 48 of their colleagues in sending a letter to Jean-Noël Barrot, French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, Johann Wadephul, German Minister of Foreign...

US labels four Iraqi factions as “terrorist groups” in escalation against Iran-aligned militias
The US State Department on Wednesday formally designated four Iraqi factions as Foreign Terrorist Organisations (FTOs), escalating its campaign against groups it accuses of aligning with Iran. The groups named are Harakat al-Nujaba, Kata’ib Sayyid...

US Revokes Chabahar Sanctions Waiver - India’s Key Iran Port Project at Risk
Chabahar port (File photo) The United States has announced it will revoke the 2018 sanctions waiver for operations at Iran’s strategic Chabahar Port, a decision that could affect India’s development efforts there. Effective September 29, 2025, the...
UN sanctions on Iran to be reimposed, France's Macron says
PARIS (Reuters) -French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that the reimposition of United Nations sanctions on Iran would happen by the end of September because Tehran had not been serious in its talks with European powers to avert them....

US Government Issues Warnings to Citizens Not to Travel to Gegharkunik, Syunik
By Veronika Bondarenko WASHINGTON (Thestreet.com) — Bordered by Türkiye to the east and Iran to the south, the nation of Armenia has seen a strong boost in tourism over the last half-decade. With the largest numbers of tourists visiting from...

Senator Todd Young commemorates Constitution Day and addresses Iran sanctions
Senator Todd Young Reflects on Constitution Day, Addresses Iran Sanctions, and Offers CondolencesSenator Todd Young marked the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution and addressed foreign policy concerns regarding Iran in a series of...

Kuwait’s U-17 faces Iran as the Arab Handball Clubs Championship semifinals loom
In this file photo, a player attempts a shot on goal while an opponent tries to block the attempt. KUWAIT CITY, Sept 18: Kuwait’s U-17 kicks off the main round of the Asian qualifiers for the inaugural U-17 Handball World Cup today at 3:00 PM in...

France Selects "It Was Just An Accident" as Best International Feature Oscar Submission
Thu 18 Sep 2025 | 04:09 PM France has selected Iranian director Jafar Panahi‘s Cannes Palme d’Or winner "It Was Just an Accident" as its candidate for the Best International Feature Film category of the 98th Academy Awards. Panahi’s tense thriller...

2025 Chicago International Film Festival Announces Full Lineup
The 2025 Chicago International Film Festival is around the corner. Today, it announced its full lineup for the 61st edition of the festival running October 15-26 all across the city, with its hub at the AMC NewCity 14, as well as the iconic Music...