Politics
U.S. Launches 'Economic D-Day' Financial Offensive Against Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces the largest financial offensive in history to isolate Iran following the collapse of ceasefire negotiations.
Topic
iran
16 stories on iran, across Politics, Climate, Business, World.
Climate
War, Weather, and Trade Disputes Threaten Global Food Security
A convergence of conflict in Ukraine and the Middle East, extreme weather events, and trade disruptions is putting pressure on the world's primary agricultural regions.
Business
Iran Signals Fuel Price Hike Ahead of New US Sanctions
The Iranian government is preparing for a gasoline price increase amid soaring inflation and the threat of new US sanctions.
World
Iran Security Chief Warns Neighbors Against Joining US 'Economic War'
Mohsen Rezaei, the new head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, threatened to target oil shipping routes if neighboring countries support US economic pressure.
World
US Launches Ninth Consecutive Night of Strikes Against Iran
The US military continues a series of airstrikes targeting Iranian coastal and air-defense facilities following the deaths of 17 service members.
World
US and Iran Reach Framework Peace Deal to End War
The United States and Iran have agreed to a framework peace deal, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, though deep divisions remain over nuclear issues.
World
Pakistan Says Final Text of U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Has Been Reached
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a final agreed-upon text for a peace deal between the United States and Iran, though some discrepancies remain over public descriptions.
World
Iranian Drones Hit Kuwait International Airport, Killing One
Kuwait suspended commercial flights after Iranian drones struck civilian buildings and its main airport amid escalating military exchanges between the U.S. and Iran.
World
Kuwait Air Defenses Intercept Iranian Missiles and Drones Targeting US Bases
Kuwaiti forces intercepted incoming projectiles following U.S. strikes on Iranian drone facilities near Bandar Abbas.
World
Hezbollah Agrees to 'Reciprocal' Ceasefire with Israel Under US Proposal
Lebanese officials informed the U.S. that Hezbollah is ready for a comprehensive ceasefire as the Trump administration pushes for gradual de-escalation.
World
US Strikes Iranian Radar Sites Following Downing of MQ-1 Drone
The United States military targeted drone command-and-control sites in Iran as Kuwait reported intercepting hostile missile and drone fire.
Business
Oil Prices Drop 20% From 2026 Peak Amid U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Optimism
Brent crude prices have retreated sharply following reports that the U.S. and Iran have mostly agreed to a 60-day memorandum of understanding to pause hostilities.
Business
Oil Prices Drop Sharply on Reports of U.S.-Iran Peace Deal
Crude oil futures fell after U.S. officials indicated an agreement in principle to end the conflict with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
World
Mexico to host Iran's World Cup team after U.S. refusal
President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Mexico will host the Iranian national football team after the United States declined to allow the squad to stay.
World
Trump Links Abraham Accords to Potential Iran Peace Deal
President Donald Trump has called on several Arab and Muslim nations to normalize relations with Israel as part of negotiations to end the conflict with Iran.
World
Internet Access Becomes Luxury for Select Groups in Iran
A tiered system of connectivity has emerged in Iran, where a small number of users maintain access to the web while the vast majority remain offline.