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UNITED NATIONS, June 22: The U.N Security Council (UNSC) met on Sunday to discuss U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites as Russia, China and Pakistan proposed the 15-member body adopt a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Middle East. It was not immediately clear when it could be put to a […]

The varied Democratic and Republican responses to Trump's strike on Iran underscore the political volatility of the issue, paving the way for Israel's estrangement from Washington and its scapegoating by Trump's critics on both sides of the aisles

ISLAMABAD: Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam, on Sunday asserted that Iran would continue its nuclear program despite the United States (US) attacked its three nuclear sites including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. According to Pakistan’s state-run news agency, the APP, speaking at the emergency press conference here at the National Press Club, Islamabad, […]

De kaarten in het Midden-Oosten worden opnieuw geschud. Met het bombardement op drie Iraanse nucleaire doelen hebben de Verenigde Staten zich rechtstreeks gemengd in de oorlog tussen Israël en Iran.

De Verenigde Staten hebben in de nacht van zaterdag op zondag drie nucleaire doelen in Iran aangevallen. Experts zien hoe de Amerikaanse president Donald Trump daarmee een lang gekoesterde wens om Iran te verzwakken in vervulling laat gaan. "Hij kon niet meer terug."

Recent polls show sweeping support for Israel's strikes on Iran, across political lines and despite ballistic missile barrages, in stark contrast to the bitter divisions over the Gaza war. Why does the 'rallying 'round the flag' effect only work for Iran – and what does it mean for Netanyahu?

Președintele Emmanuel Macron a convocat o ședință de urgență a cabinetului de securitate după atacurile aeriene ale SUA asupra unor instalații nucleare din Iran. Franța se distanțează clar de aceste acțiuni și face apel la calm și dialog.

Despite Israeli and American gains, the war's outcome is far from certain, and Khamenei's failures could still push him to pursue a nuclear bomb at any cost. Meanwhile, Israel's focus on Iran does not erase the urgent need to resolve its other burning front: Gaza

US President Donald Trump said US air strikes on Sunday “totally obliterated” Iran’s main nuclear sites, as Washington joined Israel’s war with Tehran in a flashpoint moment for the Middle East. Condemning the US attacks as a violation of international law, Iran said it was “resolved to defend Iran’s territory, sovereignty, security and people by all force”. It also responded with a volley of missiles at Israel that wounded scores of people in Tel Aviv. Key developments: US strikes Iran’s Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz nuclear sites Pentagon chief says US operation not aimed at regime change Top US general details weapons used in “Operation Midnight Hammer” Iran warns of ‘everlasting consequences’, says US betrayed diplomacy Pakistan condemns attacks, voices support for Tehran’s right to defend Democrats criticise decision ‘without Congress approval’ The US president had stepped up his rhetoric against Iran since Israel first struck Iran on June 13, repeating his insistence that it could never have a nuclear weap...

De Verenigde Staten bombardeerden in de nacht van zaterdag op zondag drie nucleaire complexen in Iran. Daarmee voegt de VS zich in de oorlog tussen Iran en Israël. Dit weten we nu over de aanvallen.

The strikes mark the largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history, with officials estimating the three targets struck in Iran had 'sustained extremely severe damage and destruction' ■ Vice President Vance says U.S. seeks 'to talks to the Iranians about a long-term settlement'

The operation against Iran involved 125 American aircraft, 75 precision weapons and a bevy of other U.S. military assets.

On the eve of active measures by the United States against Iran’s nuclear program facilities, 176 citizens of Ukraine and partner countries were evacuated from the danger zone.

Global oil markets are on high alert following U.S. airstrikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities, Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz, with fears mounting over a potential closure of the critical Strait of Hormuz. The military action, announced by President Donald Trump last night, has intensified geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and raised concerns about […] The post Oil markets tense amid U.S. airstrikes on Iran, while Bitcoin price holds steady appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The US entered Israel’s war with Iran late on Saturday when president Donald Trump authorised strikes against Iran targeting three nuclear facilities, which he called a “spectacular military success”. The US president had stepped up his rhetoric against Tehran since Israel first struck Iran on June 13, repeating his insistence that it could never have a nuclear weapon. Tehran has consistently denied the claim, saying its uranium enrichment programme is for civilian purposes. Israel had launched wide-scale air strikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities, military sites and private residences, killing top commanders, scientists and hundreds others. Both countries have traded wave after wave of devastating strikes since then. Critics, analysts and key US lawmakers have debated the legality of Trump’s decision to strike Iran without prior approval from Congress. US President Donald Trump delivers an address to the nation alongside US Vice President JD Vance, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Defence Secretar...

Saturday's attack on Iran nuclear sites is expected to spur new congressional discussions about presidential war powers.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan has strongly condemned the United States' strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, warning that the move could dangerously escalate tensions in an already volatile region.

The reaction of world leaders after US forces struck three Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday ranged from Israel lauding President Donald Trump’s decision to the UN calling for de-escalation and Iran and some other nations condemning the attacks. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Donald Trump, calling Washington’s move a “bold decision”. In a video message, he said, “Congratulations, President Trump. Your bold decision to target Iran’s nuclear facilities with the awesome and righteous might of the United States will change history… History will record that President Trump acted to deny the world’s most dangerous regime the world’s most dangerous weapons.” Iran’s Abbas Araghchi calls US strikes a ‘grave violation of UN charter’ “The United States, a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has committed a grave violation of the UN Charter, international law and the (nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty) by attacking Iran’s peaceful nuclear installations,” Iran’s...

Iranian state TV confirmed strikes on the Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan nuclear sites. An adviser to Khamenei said Fordow was evacuated in advance, while the foreign minister warned that Iran reserves all options to defend its sovereignty

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has strongly condemned Israeli aggression against Iran, calling it a blatant violation of international law and a serious threat to regional and global peace.