This week’s escalation of tensions by Tehran looks like blackmail to force Biden to abandon sanctions—and give up leverage over the regime.
‘Untrustworthy’ Covid vaccines from US and UK banned by Iran
Despite spread of virus, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei forbids imports of western jabs …
Canadians mark first anniversary of downing of Flight PS752 in Iran
Memorial services were being held in several Canadians cities on Friday for victims of a passenger jet the Iranian military shot down one year ago. The ceremonies, part of an international effort, …
Iraq issues arrest warrant for Trump over Soleimani killing
An arrest warrant was issued Thursday for outgoing President Donald Trump in connection with the killing of an Iranian general and a powerful Iraqi militia leader last year, Iraq’s judiciary said.
U.S. foes like China and Iran see opportunity in the chaos of Trump-stoked riot at Capitol
“This an absolute gift for authoritarian leaders whose prime narrative is that democratic systems are weak and unstable,” said researcher Matthew Harries.
5 things to know for January 8: Capitol riot, White House, Covid-19, Iran, Boeing
The polar vortex, a low pressure system that swirls cold air at the Earth’s poles, may be on the move. That could mean bitter cold temperatures in the US over the next few weeks. Here’s what you need …
Iran Guards unveils underground missile base in the Gulf – state media
Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guards unveiled an underground missile base at an undisclosed Gulf location on Friday, Iranian state media reported, at a time of heightened tension between Tehran and the …
Israel strikes Syria as Trump coup attempt stokes war threat in Middle East
The threat that Trump and Netanyahu, both fighting for their political lives, may provoke a war with Iran continues to escalate.
Premature to talk about compensation for Iran’s 2020 downing of airliner, says Canadian aide
It is too early to discuss how much compensation to pay relatives of those killed when Iran shot down an airliner last year, even though Tehran has suggested an amount, a Canadian adviser said on …
Iraq issues arrest warrant for Trump over drone strike killing
The attack a year ago that took out a senior Iranian commander, and an allied Iraqi paramilitary commander, has infuriated many Iraqis.