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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov on Wednesday issued a strong warning against any direct U.S. military involvement in support of Israel, cautioning that such a move could dangerously escalate tensions in the Middle East, where Iran and Israel have been engaged in aerial conflict for six consecutive days. Speaking to Interfax, Ryabkov said that even entertaining the idea of U.S. military support for Israel would be “a step that would radically destabilise the entire situation.” In parallel, Sergei Naryshkin, the head of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), described the current standoff between Iran and Israel as “critical,” signalling deep concern from Moscow over the potential for wider conflict. The warnings come amid reports that U.S. President Donald Trum...

In a significant rebuttal to longstanding allegations by Israel and the United States, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has publicly confirmed that the agency has found no evidence suggesting Iran is pursuing a nuclear weapons program. Speaking to CNN’s Christiane Amanpour on Tuesday, Grossi stated plainly: “What we reported was that we did not have any proof of a systematic effort [by Iran] to move toward a nuclear weapon.” His comments align with repeated statements from Iranian officials and previous IAEA reports, which have consistently denied the existence of a militarized nuclear agenda in Iran. Grossi emphasized that the IAEA’s conclusions also correspond with assessments by other independent bodies, further undercutting claims pushed b...

Amid intensifying hostilities between Iran and Israel, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a defiant televised address on Wednesday, rejecting calls for a ceasefire and warning of severe consequences should the United States enter the conflict. In his first public statement since the outbreak of the war six days ago, Khamenei dismissed Western media claims that Iran was signaling readiness for de-escalation. Absolutely — that context is crucial. Here's a revised version of the news story, incorporating your framing and highlighting the breach of international law: Referring directly to Israel’s recent airstrikes that violated Iranian sovereignty, Khamenei stated: "Our nation will not forsake the blood of their martyrs, nor will they remain silent in the face...

Days after the deaths of several Iranian nuclear scientists in Israeli airstrikes, Iranian authorities have accused WhatsApp of tracking and sharing the real-time locations of Iranian users with foreign entities, particularly Israel. The claim, which emerged amid intensifying hostilities between Tehran and Tel Aviv, was prominently broadcast by IRIB and echoed across several state-affiliated media platforms. According to reports from Iranian outlets such as Mehr News and Mashregh News, the government has warned citizens against using WhatsApp, alleging that the platform has been "tagging the last known whereabouts" of users and transmitting that data to what they described as the "Zionist enemy." Officials advised people to immediately delete WhatsApp and refrain from carrying mob...

U.S. President Donald Trump, addressing the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, declared on Tuesday that he was not seeking a ceasefire but “complete surrender” from Tehran. “I’m not looking for a ceasefire, we’re looking at better than a ceasefire,” he told reporters after returning from the G7 summit, signaling full U.S. backing of Israeli military operations. This declaration came even as intelligence findings from both American agencies and international bodies concluded that Iran was not manufacturing nuclear weapons — the very accusation being used to justify the current military assault. Israeli officials claim the operation was aimed at halting what they allege to be Iran’s imminent pursuit of nuclear weapons. However, mounting evidence from international agencies and eve...

Amid deepening hostilities with Israel, Iran has raised the stakes by threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but crucial artery for the world’s oil. Esmail Kosari, a senior Iranian parliamentarian and influential voice in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), told domestic media that Tehran is “seriously considering” the option — a signal that Iran is willing to weaponize its geography as tensions spiral. This isn’t just sabre-rattling. The Strait of Hormuz carries nearly a fifth of the world’s oil, making it a singular pressure point in the global energy system. Around 17 million barrels of oil per day—much of it from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait—must pass through this waterway to reach global markets. There is no alternative sea route out of the Persian Gu...

  In four days of escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, at least 681 people have been injured, with 18 fatalities reported, according to figures published by Israeli media. These numbers reflect confirmed statistics from June 13 to June 16, during which Iran launched missile and drone attacks across multiple Israeli cities. All injury and death counts are drawn solely from Israeli outlets including Times of Israel, Walla News, Channel 12, Magen David Adom, and the Israeli Health Ministry. On June 13, Magen David Adom reported 22 people injured in missile strikes across central Israel, with two suffering serious wounds, marking the opening salvo of this round of attacks. The following day saw a sharp increase in casualties. Walla News reported 172 injured and thre...

In a dramatic escalation following Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities, Iran’s Mejlis (unicameral parliament) is reportedly preparing a bill to withdraw from the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), a move that could significantly reshape the regional and global nuclear landscape. The NPT, signed in 1968 and in force since 1970, aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and promote peaceful nuclear use. Iran, a signatory since 1970, agreed not to develop nukes and to allow inspections, though it's faced accusations of violations. Deputy Rouhollah Izadkhah confirmed on Iranian SNN television that the parliament is actively drafting legislation to facilitate Iran's exit from the NPT. He als...

Iran has executed agents of Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, amid heightened regional tensions following direct military exchanges between the two countries. One of the executed was identified as Esmail Fekri, according to Iran’s Fars News Agency. This marks the third execution in recent weeks tied to espionage charges on behalf of Israel. As Iran escalates its internal crackdown, Israeli cities came under heavy missile fire on Sunday night in one of the most intense barrages in recent weeks. The Jerusalem Post and Times of Israel reported that at least eight people were killed and over 300 injured across northern and central Israel. In the northern city of Haifa, Mayor Yona Yahav confirmed the deaths of three individuals in a missile strike. Speaking to Channel 12, Yahav said t...

A tragic incident unfolded in Maharashtra’s Pune on Sunday when a bridge over the Indrayani River in Dehu, Maval taluka, suddenly collapsed around 3:30 PM, sweeping away 20 to 25 tourists. The area is a popular destination, particularly during the monsoon season. So far, six deaths have been confirmed, while 5 to 6 people have been rescued. However, 10 to 15 others are still feared trapped in the river’s strong currents. Rescue operations are ongoing, with teams from the Pimpri-Chinchwad Police, fire brigade, and local administration at the site. Initial reports suggest that structural weakness and heavy rainfall may have caused the collapse.