Geopolitical
Airstrikes Hit Tehran and Karaj in Northern Iran
TEHRAN, Iran — Renewed airstrikes struck the Iranian capital of Tehran and the nearby city of Karaj on Wednesday afternoon, marking a significant escalation in the region. The attacks occurred at appr...
Iran Army Downed Enemy Drone in Northwest Region
TEHRAN — Iran's Army announced Wednesday the successful interception of an enemy drone identified as an 'Orbiter' type in the country's northwest region. The incident occurred at approximately 14:15 U...
Man Injured in Kherson Following UAV Attack on Civilian Vehicles
KHerson, Ukraine — A man was injured Tuesday after an unmanned aerial vehicle struck two civilian cars in the city of Kherson, the State Emergency Service confirmed. The incident occurred at approxim...
Israel Targets Former Iranian Foreign Minister in Tehran Assassination Attempt
TEHRAN — An assassination attempt targeting the residence of Kamal Kharazi, Iran’s former foreign minister, left him seriously wounded and killed his wife in an attack attributed to Israel. The incid...
Iran, South Africa Foreign Ministers Hold Talks on Regional Developments
TEHRAN — Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation on Wednesday with his South African counterpart, Ronald Lamola, to discuss recent regional and international develop...
Infant from Tehran Neonatal Unit Placed with Family Amid Regional Conflict
TEHRAN, Iran (April 2, 2026) — A young girl from a neonatal care center in Tehran has been placed with a new family, officials confirmed Thursday, as the city continues to navigate the humanitarian im...
Bombing at B1 Bridge in Karaj Kills at Least 8, Injures 95
KARAJ, Iran — A powerful explosion rocked the B1 Bridge in Karaj on Wednesday evening, killing at least eight people and injuring 95 others in an attack that has left authorities scrambling to secure ...
Trump's Victory Rhetoric Signals Midterm Concerns, Analyst Says
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump's persistent emphasis on past electoral victories reflects underlying anxiety about his political standing ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, according to ...
Estonian Foreign Minister Calls for European Security Guarantees for Ukraine
BRUSSELS — Estonian Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu, speaking on April 2, 2026, stated that Europe must provide security guarantees to Ukraine, citing the nation's extensive military experience and cu...
Austria Denies U.S. Overflight Requests Amid Unclear Tensions
VIENNA — Austria has rejected all requests from the United States to fly over its territory, marking a significant diplomatic development between the two nations. The refusal, confirmed on April 2, 20...
US-Israeli Strike Damages Iran's B1 Bridge in Alborz Province
TEHRAN — A coordinated strike by United States and Israeli forces targeted Iran's B1 Bridge in Alborz province on Wednesday, damaging the critical infrastructure and triggering widespread power outage...
Handala Hacker Group Claims Breach of Israeli Defense Contractor
JERUSALEM — The Handala hacker group claimed Wednesday to have successfully infiltrated PSK WIND Technologies, an Israeli defense contractor, and extracted classified data intended for resistance-axis...
IDF Strikes Bridge in Karaj West of Tehran
TEHRAN — The Israeli Defense Forces struck the B1 bridge in the city of Karaj, west of Tehran, on Wednesday morning. The attack occurred at approximately 11:54 a.m. local time, marking a significant e...
Legal Expert Urges UN Chief to Condemn Trump's Iran Threats as War Crimes
NEW YORK — A legal analyst has formally called on United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to condemn recent threats made by former U.S. President Donald Trump against Iran, citing evidence o...
US-Israeli Airstrike Hits B1 Bridge Near Karaj, Iran
KARAJ, Iran — A coordinated airstrike by United States and Israeli forces struck the B1 Bridge on the northern bypass of Karaj on Wednesday morning, marking a significant escalation in regional tensio...
Heavy Airstrikes Reported Over Northern Iran
TEHRAN — Heavy aerial bombardment struck northern Iran on Wednesday morning, marking a significant escalation in the region. The attacks occurred around 11:16 a.m. local time, sending shockwaves throu...
Senators Divided on Trump's Address as Graham Praises Remarks
WASHINGTON — A divided reaction emerged among U.S. senators following a speech delivered by former President Donald Trump, with some lawmakers expressing disappointment while Senator Lindsey Graham of...
French Navy Commander Disputes Mine Presence in Strait of Hormuz Amid Coalition Buildup
PARIS — A French Navy commander stated Wednesday that there is no evidence of naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, even as European naval forces position themselves for a potential intervention in the...
Iran's Top Steel Mills Shut After Airstrikes
TEHRAN, Iran (April 2, 2026) — Two of Iran's largest steel manufacturing facilities have ceased operations following a series of airstrikes that targeted industrial infrastructure across the country. ...
Palestinian Detainees Face Extreme Temperature Conditions in Israeli Prisons
JERUSALEM — Palestinian detainees held in Israeli prisons are being subjected to extreme fluctuations in temperature as part of a systematic practice, according to new findings released Wednesday. The...
PressTV Publishes Analysis on US Financial Impact of Iran Conflict
TEHRAN — PressTV, the English-language news channel of the Islamic Republic of Iran, released a detailed analysis on Wednesday outlining the projected financial costs to the United States stemming fro...
Photos Show Destroyed MQ-9 Drone in Shiraz, Iran
SHIRAZ, Iran — Images released by Tasnim News Agency on Wednesday depict the wreckage of an MQ-9 drone in the southern Iranian city of Shiraz. The photographs, timestamped April 2, 2026, show the airc...
Hamas Calls for Day of Rage in Support of Al-Aqsa and Prisoners
GAZA CITY, April 2 — Hamas has called for Friday to be observed as a day of public rage in support of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli detention centers. The call to actio...
Iranian Foreign Minister Warns of Strait of Hormuz Closure to War-Involved Vessels
TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on Wednesday that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to vessels involved in the ongoing war against Iran to prevent their misuse of the strateg...
Satellite imagery reveals attack on occupiers in Syria
BEIRUT — Satellite imagery released on Wednesday depicts the aftermath of an attack on military positions held by occupiers in Syria, marking a significant escalation in the region's ongoing conflict....
Macron dismisses military option for Strait of Hormuz
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron stated Wednesday that any military operation aimed at liberating the Strait of Hormuz would be unrealistic, casting doubt on the feasibility of armed intervent...
Iran Guarantees Safe Passage for Philippine Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN — Iran pledged on Wednesday to ensure safe passage for Philippine oil shipments traversing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint, as the global energy market braces for potential...
Macron Rejects Force to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, Calls for Coordination with Iran
PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Wednesday that the Strait of Hormuz should only be reopened through coordination with Iran, declaring that the use of military force is not a viable ...
Iranian Revolutionary Guard Naval Forces Assert Control Over Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN — The naval forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps have established control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, according to a report published Wednesday by the Hebrew-language new...
Tusk warns of Putin's strategy to fracture NATO, isolate Ukraine
WARSAW (AP) — Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned Wednesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is pursuing a coordinated strategy designed to fracture NATO, ease sanctions on Moscow and cut of...