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FT: Netanyahu demands resumption of strikes on Iran, but Trump postponed plans until the Congressional elections

According to the Financial Times, Israel in early October prepared a plan for intensive strikes on Iran starting October 10, including civilian infrastructure and nuclear facilities, but the operation was postponed due to the position of Donald Trump, who does not want drastic action before the midterm elections on November 3. Sources allow that the statements may be pressure on Tehran.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
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US Imposes Sanctions on Iran's Railway Sector as Freight Flows Shift to Land Corridors

On October 1, the US sanctioned three Iranian railway companies, seven automakers, and five foreign auto parts suppliers under the Economic Outcast operation. Washington claims these sectors are linked to the IRGC. The sanctions coincided with the growing importance of railways for Iran after the maritime blockade: freight volume rose from 40 to 44 million tons, and the frequency of trains from Xi'an to Tehran increased.

Sevara Azamova
4 min read
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US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack called Iran 'not an evil regime,' drawing criticism within the administration

US Ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria and Iraq Tom Barrack said at a forum in Doha that the Iranian government 'is not an evil regime,' contradicting the Trump administration's rhetoric. He called for negotiations rather than regime change. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Tehran the main source of instability. US-Iran talks remain deadlocked.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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IRGC: Supertanker carrying more than 2 million barrels of oil hit a mine near the Strait of Hormuz

According to a statement by the Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a supertanker carrying more than 2 million barrels of crude oil exploded and caught fire after hitting a naval mine south of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the IRGC, the vessel had switched off its radar and navigation systems, ignored warnings, and was traveling along an 'unauthorized southern route.' The ship's name, flag, crew details, and information about casualties have not been disclosed.

Sevara Azamova
1 min read
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Hegset secretly met Netanyahu in Israel amid discussions of a possible resumption of war with Iran

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegset made an unannounced visit to Israel and held a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz at Ovda airbase. According to media reports, a possible resumption of large-scale military operations against Iran was discussed. Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir was not invited to the meeting. The visit took place days before the October 27 elections and after Trump's public endorsement of Netanyahu.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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Two Suspected of Aiding Iranian Intelligence Re-Arrested in Britain After Incident at Fairford Airbase

UK counter-terrorism police re-arrested a 24-year-old Briton and a 25-year-old British-Iranian dual national on suspicion of aiding a foreign intelligence service under the National Security Act 2023. The investigation is linked to an incident near RAF Fairford base on 27 September, when suspicious vans containing petrol were discovered. Seven people in total have been arrested, all released on bail without charges. Police consider Iranian state involvement 'highly likely'; Tehran rejects these claims.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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IRGC claims two tankers hit mines in the Strait of Hormuz and threatens new attacks

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said two oil tankers struck mines it had laid in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz and caught fire. UKMTO confirmed only an incident between a tanker and military forces with no damage. Tehran threatened strikes on undersea cables and 'new weapons,' and also claimed a US MQ-9 drone was shot down, which the US rejects.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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Qatar rebuilt its entire defense system in six hours — intelligence chief at Doha Global Security Forum

Qatar's intelligence chief Brigadier General Khalid Mohammed Al-Nuaimi told the Doha Global Security Forum that, amid military threats from Iran, Qatar redeployed its entire defense system in six hours after eight months of adaptation. US Ambassador Tom Barrack said America wants a peaceful deal, while former MI6 chief John Sawers believes the Houthis will 'remain' in Yemen.

Sevara Azamova
4 min read
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Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir Arrives in Tehran Amid Tensions Between Iran and the US

Pakistan's Army Chief of Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir arrived in Tehran on Tuesday with a delegation of Pakistani officials. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated that the visit is primarily aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, rejecting suggestions that it involves delivering a political message or a military threat. The visit takes place against the backdrop of ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, where diplomatic efforts have stalled, with Pakistan playing a mediating role.

Javlon Tursunov
1 min read
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Qatari Foreign Ministry: Iran-US talks continue amid rising regional tensions

Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari said at the Global Security Forum in Doha that talks between Iran and the US are ongoing, but the situation in the region is deteriorating. He warned of the risk of escalation turning into a regional war, assessed the situation around the Gaza Strip and Yemen, and expressed concern over political statements from Israel.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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Iran says it will respond to any US attack and rejects reports of a 'no-response agreement'

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei, at a weekly briefing, called 'an illusion' the assumption that the US could attack Iran without a response, rejecting reports of a message delivered to Tehran with the expectation of not responding to a strike. He also stated that there are no nuclear negotiations with Washington, commented on Sergey Lavrov's visit, rejected the OIC resolution on Yemen, and addressed the border issue with Pakistan.

Sevara Azamova
3 min read
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IRGC points to seven internet cables under the Strait of Hormuz and promises 'new targets'

Hossein Mohebbi, a representative of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), said that seven major internet cables run under the Strait of Hormuz and warned of the unveiling of 'new targets and new weapons' amid tensions with the US. Earlier, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei spoke of possible strikes on undersea cables, data centers and AI facilities in the event of a new war.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
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Pentagon Chief Hegset Makes Unannounced Visit to Israel and Meets with Netanyahu

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held an unannounced visit and meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel on Monday, Axios reported citing two sources. The visit took place eight days before the Knesset elections on October 27 and coincided with US-Israel discussions about a possible resumption of major combat operations against Iran. The day before, Donald Trump publicly endorsed Netanyahu in the election.

Aziz Karimov
1 min read
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Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir to Visit Iran to Discuss Mediation Between Tehran and Washington

According to Iranian media reports, Pakistan's army chief of staff Asim Munir will visit Iran on Tuesday for talks on Islamabad's mediation efforts between Tehran and Washington. The US and Iran previously signed the Islamabad memorandum, but negotiations stalled over disagreements on security guarantees and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Otabek Yusupov
1 min read