Iranian forces fire on Kurdish protesters, 36 dead
Security forces in Iran's Kurdish regions used live rounds and teargas against unarmed protesters. At least 36 killed as economic protests escalate. Read the latest.
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UK aided US seizure of Russian tanker in British waters
The UK's Ministry of Defence confirms RAF surveillance and naval refuelling supported the US capture of a Russian-flagged tanker linked to Iran sanctions evasion. Read the full details.
Translator's library survives Tehran missile strikes
Amir Mehdi Haghighat's personal library, containing his life's work, endured the June 2025 bombardment of Tehran. His story reveals translation as an act of defiance.
CIA Turncoat Aldrich Ames Dies in Prison Aged 84
Aldrich Ames, the CIA officer whose espionage for the Soviet Union caused one of America's worst intelligence breaches, has died in a Maryland prison. Read the full story of betrayal and its deadly consequences.
Aldrich Ames, CIA spy for Russia, dies aged 84
Aldrich Ames, the CIA officer whose espionage for the Soviet Union and Russia caused immense damage to US intelligence, has died in prison. Discover the full story of his betrayal.
35 Dead in Tehran Bazaar Clashes as Protests Continue
Protests for political and economic change turned violent in Tehran's Grand Bazaar. Human rights groups report 35 dead and over 1,200 detained as the government offers risky concessions.
Iranian Forces Clash with Protesters in Tehran Bazaar
Iranian security forces used tear gas to disperse sit-in protests at Tehran's Grand Bazaar. Nationwide demonstrations over the economy continue, with reports of casualties and hospital raids.
Iran Protests: Economic Crisis Sparks Major Unrest
Nationwide protests in Iran, sparked by a severe economic crisis, have led to at least 29 deaths and over 1,200 arrests. We explain the causes, scale, and international response to the most significant unrest in decades.
Iran offers £5 a month to stop protests over economic crisis
Iran's government offers citizens £5 monthly coupons to offset subsidy cuts, as protests over soaring living costs enter tenth day. At least 19 killed and 990 arrested.
Iran Attempts Economic Concessions to Quell Protests
Iran's government unveils risky economic reforms, including subsidy changes, as protests over inflation and corruption enter ninth day. Can it placate public anger?
US monitors tanker off Ireland in Venezuela oil blockade
A US military aircraft is tracking a sanctioned oil tanker 250 miles off Ireland, part of a major naval quarantine on Venezuelan oil. At least a dozen other vessels are attempting to evade the blockade. Read the latest developments.
Three Children Dead in Iran Protest Crackdown
At least three children are dead and 44 minors arrested in Iran's escalating protests. Human rights groups condemn the security forces' 'indiscriminate targeting' of civilians. Read the full report.
Trump's Venezuela Coup: Emboldened But Unprepared
Analysis: Donald Trump's seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro raises grave concerns. He is emboldened by the act but has no clear plan for what comes next, with Iran potentially in his sights.
Son slams 'criminal' UK response to Iran detainment
Joe Bennett condemns the UK's 'passive' handling of his mother's case in Iran, revealing her malnourished state and prison conditions. A 70,000-strong petition was delivered to Downing Street.
Son slams 'criminal' UK response to Iran detention
The son of a British woman jailed in Iran accuses the government of a 'criminal' passive response. Lindsay and Craig Foreman have been held for a year on espionage charges.
UK government 'criminal' over Iran detention - son
The son of a British woman jailed in Iran has slammed the UK's 'passive' response as 'criminal'. Lindsay and Craig Foreman have been held for a year on espionage charges.
Iran's Khamenei defies Trump, orders crackdown on protests
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei vows not to yield, labelling protesters 'rioters' as unrest claims lives. Trump's warning sparks threats against US troops. Read the latest.
Iran Protests Spread to 32 Cities Amid Economic Crisis
Mass protests erupt across Iran as currency collapse sparks biggest uprising in years. At least 10 dead as demonstrators vow 'no future' under current regime. Full report.
Iran warns Trump after 'locked and loaded' threat
Iran vows a decisive response to Donald Trump's threat of US intervention in deadly protests. At least 10 killed and dozens arrested in unrest over economic crisis.
Iran warns Trump over 'red line' on protest threats
Senior Iranian officials issue stark warnings to Donald Trump after he threatened US intervention in ongoing Iranian protests. Tensions escalate over economic unrest and nuclear fears.
Trump threatens intervention in Iran protests
US President Donald Trump threatens military intervention in Iran's cost-of-living protests, sparking a regional destabilisation warning from Tehran. Read the latest.
Trump warns Iran US is 'locked and loaded' over protests
President Donald Trump has threatened US military intervention if Iran violently kills peaceful protesters. The warning comes as unrest over the cost of living enters a fifth day. Read the latest developments.
Two dead as Iran protests over economy turn violent
Nationwide protests in Iran over economic conditions enter fifth day amid reports of deadly force by security forces. At least two confirmed dead in Lordegan.
Several killed in Iran's economic protest violence
Protests over Iran's economic crisis turn deadly, with multiple fatalities reported. The unrest, sparked by soaring inflation, has spread nationwide. Read the latest developments.
New Year's Eve Protests in Iran Over Living Conditions
Iranians took to the streets on 31 December 2025 as economic hardship and social restrictions intensified. Read our full report on the growing unrest.
Economic Crisis Sparks Major Protests Across Iran
Widespread protests erupt in Iran as currency collapse and soaring inflation push citizens into the streets. Students, traders, and demonstrators demand political change. Read the latest developments.
Iranian protesters storm governor's office amid economic crisis
Protests over Iran's plummeting currency and soaring inflation enter a fourth day, with demonstrators attempting to storm a government building. Authorities offer dialogue as economic pressure mounts.
Iran Students Protest Soaring Costs Amid 42.5% Inflation
University students in Tehran have joined widespread protests over Iran's economic crisis, with inflation hitting 42.5% in December 2025. The rial has lost half its value against the dollar. Read the latest developments.
Iran's Pezeshkian Pledges to Listen to Protesters' Demands
Iran's government seeks talks with protest leaders after widespread demonstrations over the plummeting rial and soaring living costs. President Pezeshkian vows economic reforms.
Iranian FM: Trump Should Defy Netanyahu on Nuclear Deal
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi calls for a diplomatic reset with the US, arguing that uncritical support for Israel is a liability. He urges President Trump to seize a 'brief window' for peace.
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