According to a Sept. 29 report by Bloomberg, the White House is considering designating Iran’s entire financial system subject to sanctions under Executive Order 13902. Such a move would …
‘Never again’ says Ukraine as families mourn Iran plane crash victims
Ukraine called on Iran to deliver justice and pay full compensation to the families of those who died when a Ukrainian airliner was shot down by Iranian Revolutionary Guards one year ago.
Opinion: Iran Is Escalating Its Nuclear Program. Biden Should Not Rush To Respond
Iran has announced new nuclear steps aimed at the incoming Biden administration, but the U.S. has leverage to push back, argues analyst Henry Rome.
Iran’s Khamenei bans the import of U.S. and U.K. coronavirus vaccines
Iran’s supreme leader said Friday that he had banned the import of U.S. and British-made coronavirus vaccines, a surprise move that contradicts his own government’s recent efforts to ensure Iran’s …
Iran focused on frozen assets as South Korea seeks tanker’s release
South Korean diplomats arrived in Tehran to negotiate the release of the MT Hankuk Chemi seized on Monday, but discussions could drag out due to Iranian demands. Seoul’s foreign ministry said Friday …
‘Countries will hold Iran to account’ over downed airliner
Ukraine demands full reparations for the families of the victims, countries affected by downing of plane a year ago.
Why Biden’s Plan to Rejoin the Iran Deal Makes No Sense
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.