Iran

Saudi Arabia has postponed its annual Future Investment Initiative conference to 2027 following recent Houthi missile and drone attacks, disrupting plans for top global finance leaders.

A new IMPACT-se report reveals that Syrian textbooks under Ahmed al-Sharaa's government promote jihad and antisemitism while removing evolution and the Big Bang theory.

A new poll shows US President Donald Trump's approval dropping to 33% ahead of midterms, driven by economic struggles, inflation, and the military conflict with Iran.

Rising energy prices and a collapsing economy push Iran toward a critical juncture, as the regime struggles with domestic unrest, plunging oil exports, and mounting international isolation.

US President Donald Trump endorsed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the upcoming Israeli elections, stating that strong leadership is vital to counter Iran.

Tensions between Turkey and Azerbaijan escalated after an Azerbaijani media report accused Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan of involvement in a covert destabilization plot.

US President Donald Trump highlights regional cooperation against the Houthis as INSS expert Dani Citrinowicz analyzes Iran's strategy, rising oil prices, and the risk of escalation.

Despite years of airstrikes by international coalitions, Houthi forces in Yemen have expanded their military capabilities, missile arsenals, and territorial reach, presenting persistent security challenges to regional states.

A German court sentenced a Danish citizen to 8.5 years in prison for plotting Iranian-backed assassinations of Jewish and pro-Israeli figures, including Volker Beck.

A Norwegian teen was sentenced to 20 years in the UK for plotting a contract killing for the Iranian-backed Swedish criminal network Foxtrot.

US President Donald Trump mocked Middle Eastern names at a Georgia rally, joking about the name Muhammad while discussing Iran and upcoming midterm elections.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized Ofer Winter and Gadi Eisenkot during a live broadcast, warning against right-wing vote splitting and promising to lower the cost of living.

Religious leaders gathered in Astana for an international interfaith conference. The Israeli delegation's mention of the October 7 massacre sparked protests from Iranian and Turkish representatives.

The US Treasury has imposed new sanctions on Iranian financial networks, targeting 16 individuals and 10 entities while warning against the exploitation of religious charities for terror funding.

iPhones and luxury goods were seen floating in the Strait of Hormuz following Iranian attacks on commercial vessels, amid a sharp escalation in maritime strikes aimed at influencing global oil prices.

Hezbollah raised its military alert level under Tehran's orders, adopting a decentralized mosaic combat model to prepare for a potential regional escalation with Israel and the United States.

The U.S. military has drafted new strike plans against Iran, potentially utilizing the MOAB "mother of all bombs" against nuclear sites if ordered by President Donald Trump.

Pakistan faces a growing strategic dilemma as it balances avoiding a direct conflict with the Houthis against its deep economic and security dependence on Saudi Arabia.

The Pentagon has reportedly delivered final plans to CENTCOM for a three-day air campaign against Iran, targeting military infrastructure and energy sites amid political delays.

Iran sentenced 23-year-old student Najmeh Amini to death over a social media post insulting Shia imams, sparking strong condemnation from human rights organizations.

Iranian state media responded to threats from US President Donald Trump by highlighting strategic leverage in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting both oil supplies and underwater internet cables.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have emerged as Iran's strongest regional proxy, inflicting heavy damage on Saudi Arabia and threatening global shipping lanes amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

Israel faces potential military escalations against Iran or the Houthis ahead of the October 27 elections, as security concerns and political calculations intersect.

US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to the Houthis over oil prices, criticized Iran's economy, and addressed international diplomacy, including the conflict in Ukraine and upcoming Israeli elections.

MI5 head Ken McCallum warned that Iran has expanded hostile operations in the UK, targeting military bases and Jewish sites, amid rising state threats.

Iran is fortifying nuclear and military sites, threatening regional escalation, and preparing its population for potential US strikes as tensions mount in the Middle East.

US President Donald Trump dismissed reports that Russia and China are providing significant military or intelligence assistance to Iran, stating they have too much to lose.

The Israel Hayom conference in New York on November 11 will highlight US-Israel security cooperation, featuring former Mossad chief David Barnea and defense leaders discussing post-war strategy.

Twenty-nine nations issued a joint declaration condemning Iran for a wave of hybrid attacks, cyber threats, and proxy terrorism targeting Jewish communities and diplomats across Europe.

British Prime Minister stated that the attempted attack on the Fairford air base targeting US bombers was almost certainly directed by Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

A resurfaced 2025 speech by former Iranian FM Mohammad Javad Zarif admitting ambassadors act as Quds Force reps has sparked controversy, backed by senior IRGC figures.

A security camera in a northern Israeli chicken coop was hacked by Iranian actors, highlighting a broader espionage threat involving vulnerable consumer devices near strategic sites.

Iran offers to mediate dialogue between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis as regional tensions surge following a deadly attack on Riyadh's international airport, prompting strong condemnation from the R4 group.

Israeli security officials convene for a multi-front strategic assessment covering Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran amid heightened regional tensions and U.S. policy shifts.

Cabinet member Orit Strock warned Iran against engaging with Israel, criticized former military secretary leaks, and urged right-wing unity ahead of the elections.

U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the American campaign against Iran, confirming 21 military fatalities and stressing the objective to permanently halt Tehran's nuclear ambitions amid a strict naval blockade.

The U.S. Department of Defense admitted that American military casualties in operations against Iran are higher than reported, raising the official toll to 21 deaths and 865 wounded after initial denials.

The U.S. military disabled a commercial cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman for breaching the blockade on Iran, as President Donald Trump addressed regional tensions and upcoming talks.

The IDF eliminated an operative on the Syrian-Lebanese border directing Iranian-backed explosive drone and rocket attacks against Israeli troops, following recent border breaches.

Western intelligence reports indicate Iran has preserved its missile and drone manufacturing capabilities, quickly replenishing stockpiles amid ongoing regional tensions.

Western military experts compare Houthi missile and drone arsenals in Yemen to Nazi V-weapons, noting heavy reliance on Iranian technology capable of long-range strikes.

The US State Department issued a security warning for citizens in the Middle East, citing rising tensions, potential flight disruptions, and threats from Iran and its proxies.

Iran's deep economic crisis is crippling the regime and the IRGC, with top brass reportedly weighing preemptive regional escalation to pressure Washington ahead of U.S. midterm elections.

Iranian media report that the UAE transferred four detained Iranian citizens to Israel via Abu Dhabi, sparking sharp criticism in Iran while officials simultaneously thanked the Emirates for other releases.

Iranian intelligence is targeting US military bases in Germany amid conflict fears, following warnings from Israel to Washington and Berlin.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed F-35 sales to Turkey, US-Greece-Israel security ties, and the severe economic pressure facing Iran in a recent interview.

The Pentagon is considering new military bases in Israel and Jordan amid a broad U.S. withdrawal from the Middle East following severe Iranian strikes on regional infrastructure.

The White House has asked the Pentagon to prepare options for striking targets in Iran ahead of the US midterm elections, as President Donald Trump weighs military actions to lower fuel prices and project strength.

US President Donald Trump discussed the October 7 attacks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing that the perpetrators are paying a heavy price for the tragedy.

Julius Baer reports that Middle East oil supply is recovering, yet prices linger near $100 a barrel due to geopolitical risk premiums driven by sporadic Iranian attacks.