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'We are lost': former MP torches Iranian intelligence over Israeli strikes

'We are lost': former MP torches Iranian intelligence over Israeli strikes

A former Iranian lawmaker has launched a blistering attack on the country’s intelligence agencies, accusing them of catastrophic failure in the face of Israel’s military strikes in June that killed dozens of Iranian commanders.

Araghchi says bomb plot near his residence was foiled during Israel war

Araghchi says bomb plot near his residence was foiled during Israel war

A bomb was planted near the residence of Iran’s foreign minister during the 12-day war with Israel but was discovered before it could explode, Abbas Araghchi said in an interview.

Iran bans mobile phones in parliament over security concerns

Iran has banned the use of mobile phones inside parliamentary chambers and committee meetings due to rising security concerns, state media reported on Sunday.

Pezeshkian invites diaspora to return, urges judicial coordination

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday called for the return of Iranians living abroad and urged coordination between the judiciary and intelligence services to ease concerns, despite past detentions of returnees.

President takes fire as Iran fast-tracks ‘cyber censorship’ bill

President takes fire as Iran fast-tracks ‘cyber censorship’ bill

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian is facing an intense backlash over his government’s endorsement of a fast-tracked bill that critics say threatens freedom of expression and targets dissent.

Top Khamenei adviser floats reform to appease public after Israel war

Top Khamenei adviser floats reform to appease public after Israel war

A senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader has suggested Iran may reconsider its restrictive social policies in the aftermath of the war with Israel in a remark seen by Tehran media as a rare official acknowledgement of public discontent.

Hardline Iran daily slams Araghchi for repudiating Trump death threats

Hardline Iran daily slams Araghchi for repudiating Trump death threats

A newspaper affiliated with Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei condemned Iran’s foreign minister for denying threats to assassinate US President Donald Trump, calling it state policy and a matter of justice.

Khamenei aide steps back into spotlight with surprise Moscow visit

Khamenei aide steps back into spotlight with surprise Moscow visit

A surprise Moscow visit by a senior adviser to Iran’s supreme leader on the eve of a joint military drill has stoked discussion about Tehran’s internal calculations and shifting foreign policy posture.

Backlash grows over move toward 'class-based' internet in Iran

Backlash grows over move toward 'class-based' internet in Iran

A government directive that may grant preferential internet access to certain groups is facing a fierce backlash from Iranians who say it institutionalizes privileges for well-connected insiders and deepens censorship for everyone else.

With post-war deportations, Afghans in Iran bear brunt of official failures

With post-war deportations, Afghans in Iran bear brunt of official failures

In the midst of mounting economic pressure, international isolation and a series of military setbacks, Iran has launched a drive to deport Afghan migrants, marking the impoverished community's latest blow amid the vagaries of official policy.

No victory, no collapse: why Iran’s postwar narratives fall short

No victory, no collapse: why Iran’s postwar narratives fall short

Existing narratives competing to shape Iran’s future after the war with Israel offer little clarity, calling for a sober reassessment that confronts the questions of power, leadership and a potential transition from the Islamic Republic.

Dented by war, Islamic Republic reaches for nationalism to shore up support

Dented by war, Islamic Republic reaches for nationalism to shore up support

Tehran is embracing the very nationalism it suppressed for much of its existence in the wake of a punishing 12-day war with Israel and the United States, signaling authorities' keenness to drum up unity among a weary populace.

Post-war quiet is not consent, moderates warn Iran's rulers

Post-war quiet is not consent, moderates warn Iran's rulers

Moderate voices in Tehran are warning that the public’s quiet endurance of Israeli strikes should not be mistaken for support for the Islamic Republic, and that reconciliation—if still possible—will require drastic change.

Not Afghans, not Apps: calls mount for real answers on Israeli infiltration

Not Afghans, not Apps: calls mount for real answers on Israeli infiltration

A month after Israeli strikes exposed deep infiltration of Iran’s security apparatus, the debate dominates headlines almost daily—yet no meaningful investigation has been launched, and no serious action appears underway.

Iran’s president forced to take taxi after motorcade disabled by tainted gasoline

Iran’s president forced to take taxi after motorcade disabled by tainted gasoline

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was forced to complete part of a recent trip to Tabriz by taxi after the fuel in three official vehicles was found to be contaminated with water, leading to a mechanical failure, a senior government official said on Tuesday.

Tehran anxiety grows as Europe moots sanctions snapback

Tehran anxiety grows as Europe moots sanctions snapback

Tehran’s commentariat is sounding the alarm over the economic toll of renewed United Nations sanctions that European powers say they could trigger against Iran by the end of August.

Iran seeks water imports as dams dry up, minister says

Iran seeks water imports as dams dry up, minister says

Iran is negotiating with four neighboring countries to import water, Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi said Tuesday, warning that critical reservoirs could run dry within weeks.

Tehran names street after Nasrallah, replacing Sadat's assassin

Tehran names street after Nasrallah, replacing Sadat's assassin

Tehran has renamed a street honoring the assassin of former Egyptian president Anwar Sadat after slain Hezbollah leader, a move that both commemorates Hassan Nasrallah and eliminates a long-standing obstacle to improved ties with Egypt.

Iran’s president accused of coup plans as post-war rift widens

Iran’s president accused of coup plans as post-war rift widens

Iran’s political fault lines are widening in the aftermath of the 12-day war with Israel, with President Masoud Pezeshkian facing accusations of attempting a coup against Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

In rare riposte, Khamenei’s office lashes out at Israeli ex-defense minister

In rare riposte, Khamenei’s office lashes out at Israeli ex-defense minister

Ali Khamenei’s office has responded to an open letter sent by former Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant to Iran's Supreme Leader, calling it propaganda and a “full-scale psychological operation.”

Alleged Israeli use of Azerbaijan airspace roils Iran’s politics

Alleged Israeli use of Azerbaijan airspace roils Iran’s politics

The fallout from Israeli strikes on Iran is still fueling political infighting in Tehran—this time over allegations Azerbaijan allowed Israel to use its territory for attacks, with President Masoud Pezeshkian caught in the crossfire.

400 Iranian clerics back death fatwa against those who threaten Khamenei

400 Iranian clerics back death fatwa against those who threaten Khamenei

More than 400 senior clerics in Iran’s holy city of Qom have backed a religious decree labeling threats against Supreme Leader as “moharebeh” or “waging war against God,” a crime in Islamic law that can carry the death penalty.