US sanctions international drone procurement network working for Iran
The sanctions targeted an individual based in Iran, and entities based in China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
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Iran threatens to execute 45 journalists, over 300 relatives in coordinated media suppresion effort
Iranian executed for Mossad espionage was a nuclear scientist, state media claims
Returned and reeling: Afghans expelled from Iran struggle to start over
IRGC asks Taliban for leaked 'kill list' of suspected MI6 agents, collaborators - report
In doing so, IRGC intends to increase its knowledge on spies working for the UK's Secret Intelligence Service, which may give Iran leverage ahead of nuclear negotiations.
Iran executes man accused of passing information on nuclear scientist to Israel - report
Executions of Iranians convicted of spying for Israel have significantly increased this year, with at least eight death sentences carried out in recent months.
Ali Larijani appointed as secretary of Iran's top security body - Fars news
Larijani is a seasoned conservative and confidant of Khamenei.
Scorching heat in Iran forces closure of public buildings, banks
The closure of banks, government offices and other public buildings will affect the provinces of Mazandaran, Markazi, Yazd, Semnan, Kermanshah and Razavi Khorasan, along with the capital.
No cash to spare: Reconstructing Iran after Israel war could cost $500 b., Mideast expert says
Even before the conflict, Tehran estimated it needed more than $500 billion in foreign investment just to modernize outdated roads, grids, and ports, but now, resources would go to rebuilding.
Iran sets up new defense council in wake of war with Israel
The defense council will be chaired by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and consists of the heads of the three government branches, senior armed forces commanders, and relevant ministries.
Islamic Republic’s defense shake-up: Tehran revives council not seen since Iran-Iraq War - analysis
One month after Israeli strikes cripple Iranian air defenses, Khamenei turns to old playbook with new power center.
Family of Kurd executed by Iran deny allegations linking him with Mossad - report
Iran's judiciary has executed Kurdish porters under charges including "moharebeh" (enmity against God), and "efsad-e fel-arz" (corruption on earth).
The hit that could have changed history: The Mossad's fateful refusal to assassinate Khomeini
INTEL. AFFAIRS: Mossad agent testimonies reveal how Israel rejected a Jan. 1979 plea from Iran's collapsing regime to assassinate Ayatollah Khomeini – consequently enabling the Islamic Revolution.
Iran FM, IRGC chief warn that hostilities could resume
Araghchi hinted that financial compensation may be necessary for Tehran to reenter negotiations with the US, mirroring sentiments previously expressed to the Financial Times.
