
Iran's Political Elite Push Military Toward Qatari Deal as US War Looms
Top Iranian leaders urge the military to consider a Qatari-brokered deal as assessments suggest a direct war with the US is the most likely scenario.
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Top Iranian leaders urge the military to consider a Qatari-brokered deal as assessments suggest a direct war with the US is the most likely scenario.

The Indian Navy and Air Force executed a daring 48-hour operation to save 20 Iranian crew members of the vessel Azini from armed pirates.

President Masoud Pezeshkian seeks diplomatic solutions to regional tensions while warning that Iran will not surrender to its enemies.

Multiple explosions rock Iran's Qeshm Island and Bandar Lengeh amid claims by IRGC of shooting down three US drones near the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's IRGC claims to have downed three US drones, including an MQ-9, amid high tensions and ongoing diplomatic hopes between Washington and Tehran.

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi warns the US of a harsher response to military aggression while offering a diplomatic plan for resolution.

Iran says trust with Gulf neighbours can only be rebuilt if they stop allowing US military forces to launch attacks from their soil.

Iran's Foreign Ministry warns that US strike threats encourage NPT violations and vows to strengthen defense capabilities.

Iran says the ball is in America's court, demanding an end to the US naval blockade before securing the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's IRGC claims two tankers exploded after hitting naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Saudi Arabia and UAE condemn the attack on a Qatari LNG carrier.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discusses a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, contingent on the US lifting sanctions and reducing forces.

Iran's Supreme Leader's representative warns the US that Tehran will defend itself with blood and will never surrender its resources.

Iran's Foreign Ministry claims the Royal Navy and RAF are terrorist organisations, but the designations remain unverified.

The US warns Iran it cannot hold the global economy hostage as tensions rise over the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Iran warns Donald Trump that threats won't dictate war duration and labels UK military forces as terrorist organisations.

Iran has designated the UK's Royal Navy and RAF as terrorist organisations and MI6 as a hostile group in a major escalation of tensions.

Democratic Party chief Yair Golan claims Netanyahu's leadership is a danger to Israel and calls for an alternative government.

Yemen FM Afrah Al-Zouba warns that regional stability depends on a stable Yemen and labels the Taiz siege a war crime at the Manama Dialogue.

Iran and Qatar propose reopening the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the US meets specific conditions, including lifting sanctions and releasing funds.

Mohsen Rezaei warns of new weaponry against aggressors while stating diplomacy depends on seven strict conditions for the US.

Iran's Mohsen Rezaei says the US has shifted its tone in a letter from JD Vance, opening a potential path for direct negotiations.

Iran's FM Abbas Araghchi calls JD Vance's letter a positive step toward dialogue but warns that Tehran remains prepared for an outbreak of war.

Iran reports two fishermen injured after a US strike on boats off Qeshm Island as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei orders an unrestricted geographical response to any US strikes amid rising tensions and potential Doha talks.