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A new level of threat and fear risks pushing Washington and Tehran back to full war.
Outgunned Tehran uses threat of unconventional attacks to sow chaos
Volume recovers to 80% of prewar levels, but risk also mounts of Tehran escalation
Treasury official, an ex-Citi banker, warns countries to cut off banks and end flights
Tehran delegation walks out of address to UN as president offers ultimatum on peace talks
The president says the U.S. will ‘annihilate’ Iran if it doesn’t make a nuclear arms deal.
As Iranians face shortages, Tehran seems to be uncowed
Relying Less on Tehran, and Employing A.I.
Houthi offensive in Yemen puts second vital energy corridor under Tehran’s sway
Tehran delays plan to brief neighbors on work to manage shipping.
CAPTURE OF KEY ISLAND
Intelligence findings say Tehran is using stockpiled parts in underground spaces
Tehran's forces have fired at U.S. warships, coming much closer than in previous tries
Tehran takes aggressive stance amid economic woes, fear of losing control of Strait of Hormuz.
Iran confident in its push to prolong fight, report finds
Attacks are biggest exchange since July
Tehran says attacks launched following strike on wedding
As fighting escalates, Iran takes aim at U.S. allies as two sides face increasing pressures.
Leaks reveal covert programme • Moscow-Tehran ties deepen • Heightened threat to US vessels
KREMLIN TOUTS TEHRAN ALLYSHIP
Mediators seek deal with Tehran to reopen crucial Strait of Hormuz
Trump’s threats of economic D-Day not expected to alter Tehran’s strategy as war drags on.
U.S. CAMPAIGN AIMS TO ISOLATE TEHRAN
The U.S. unveils plan for all-out economic attack on Tehran and its trade partners.
White House to Outline Plan as Tehran Takes Unyielding Stance
Tehran accuses U.S. of ‘economic terrorism’
Rather than capitulate, Tehran will likely step up attacks on U.S. allies in the Gulf, analysts said.
U.A.E. says Tehran hit 7 of its ships this month as Trump raises economic heat
Tehran moves to becoming a ‘survival’ economy as inflation rises, oil exports fall
Tehran believes it can take the pain longer than the U.S., and win more concessions.
Agreement would give Tehran a role in controlling traffic, but wouldn’t allow tolls
Both U.S., Tehran have contingencies
Tehran’s maximalist stance poses risk of new escalation with U.S., economic harms
President optimistic strait will be reopened; Tehran says it is focusing on its neighbors.
Central bank defies markets ● Inflation threat from energy costs ● Trump vows ‘beating’ for Tehran
Surprise strike marks strategy shift for Tehran; projectiles are all intercepted
Push into ‘modern warfare’ ● Data comes as US and Iran halt fire ● Oman lobbies Tehran over Hormuz
President promises to destroy power plant or bridge each time Tehran strikes ship in strait
Influx of troops, medics, weaponry comes after deadly strikes by Tehran
Iran flaunts deadly ability, despite Trump claiming its military was totally destroyed
Tehran strikes U.S. ally with missiles, drones, leading to American deaths
American military responds after Tehran strikes base in Jordan, leaving one missing.
Trump hails Tehran’s release of U.S. citizen
Tehran retaliates to strikes, and interim ceasefire collapses
Tehran says strait now closed, attacks 5 Gulf Arab states
Tehran declares Hormuz strait closed Fourth raid in a week by Washington
Last Month’s Framework Deal Gave Tehran Power in an Economic Choke Point
Transport to holy city disrupted ● Vast crowds for Mashhad burial ● Tehran hits US bases in Gulf
Two days of American airstrikes kill at least 14, while Tehran missiles target Kuwait and Qatar.
Tehran responds by targeting American allies, with the interim deal to end the conflict hanging in the balance.
Tehran’s discussions with others in region may suggest effort to reduce hostilities.
Memorandum hands Tehran leading role in opening strait, but sparks major dispute
The escalation marks a sharp reversal after weeks of talking up a deal with Tehran.
US president launches extraordinary tirade at Nato summit, calling Tehran leaders ‘scum’ and warning ‘I don’t want to deal with them any more’ – just hours after firing biggest wave of attacks since signing fragile peace deal
Claim says data may have put religious minorities, protesters, others in peril
For Patriarch’s Funeral, Rituals of Pomp and the Scars of War
Paper butterflies hang over the coffin of Ali Khamenei, Iran’s leader killed months ago in an Israeli strike
Symbolic action occurs as U.S., Tehran are in a dispute over U.N. nuclear inspections.
Nonbinding measure after House approval follows president’s deal with Tehran
Tehran denies claims on nuclear program, assets
He threatens Tehran as Vance, Iranian officials meet in Switzerland.
A tentative peace deal with Iran teeters as Israel continues attacks in Lebanon, prompting Tehran to close the Strait of Hormuz and President Trump to retort with a threat.
Tehran says move is in response to Israel’s attacks in Lebanon.
Renewed fighting between Israel and Hezbollah delays U.S. talks with Tehran
Industry fears Tehran will charge tolls Use of vital strait was free before war
Tehran suggested the document could be signed by Presidents Donald Trump and Masoud Pezeshkian
Tehran insists Israel withdraw as part of U.S. peace deal, but Netanyahu says no.
Trump and leaders in Tehran make conflicting statements about strait, weapons.
Uncertainty lingers over Tehran's nuclear program, Israeli actions in Lebanon
Netanyahu rebuked after attack Tehran warns no timeframe agreed
Trump says last points resolved for pact; Tehran denies 'final conclusion'
Qatari delegation arrives in Tehran to hold talks
Tehran officials deny targeting the aircraft after water rescue of two crew members
Trump scolds Netanyahu • Focus on reopening strait • Tehran remains defiant • Oil prices fall back
Iran and Israel pause attacks after president makes appeal to save peace talks – but Tehran warns it will carry out ‘much more severe’ attacks if Netanyahu continues his military assault on Lebanon
Emboldened Tehran is looking to project power across region, keep U.S. on its heels
Tehran retaliates after IDF strikes on Beirut and warns of further 'extensive' attacks
Tehran warned of retaliation after strikes on Lebanon
Tehran Hits Kuwait in Drone Attacks
Tehran tightened its grip on the Strait of Hormuz as Washington said its attacks were defensive.
But Trump, Tehran must still sign off on the deal
ISRAEL, HEZBOLLAH BATTLE IN LEBANON Tehran threatens to retaliate after U.S. strikes
Strait of Hormuz to be reopened but deal does not address Tehran's missile stocks
Bid to extend fragile ceasefire ● Tehran's nuclear goals in focus ● Republican Party hawks hit out
US says ‘significant progress’ made towards peace and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but Donald Trump stressed yesterday that Tehran ‘must understand’ that it cannot have a nuclear weapon
Tehran would give up uranium stockpile and reopen strait.
Tehran defends right to nuclear enrichment
Tehran said to retain most missile capability.
Assessments say Tehran has operational access to 30 of its 33 missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting that its military remains far stronger than President Trump has asserted.
Iranian state TV says Tehran hadn’t accepted the U.S. proposal.
Tehran rejects offer as surrender, wants ‘war reparations’
Tehran wants talks to focus on ending war.
Tehran forms agency to control strait transit
He dials up pressure for a peace deal as Tehran reviews U.S. ‘framework’
The president threatened Tehran with a new wave of bombing if a deal is not reached that includes opening the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Trump says Tehran agrees not to have nuclear weapon, but threatens new strike
Ceasefire comes under strain ● Tehran threatens American warships ● Response to new Trump plan
Pushing for Talks and Still Aiding Tehran
American forces sink attack boats in bid to open passage; Tehran hits tankers
No injuries reported in encounter near strait; Tehran reviews U.S. reply to peace proposal.
Both sides in a waiting game as oil prices climb amid Hormuz blockage
Tehran is buying time in race to see who blinks first: producers or global consumers
Tehran refuses to submit ● Trump extends ceasefire ● US blockade persists ● Oil rises above $100
Vice president faces a diplomatic minefield, trying to get a deal that Tehran accepts.
Three vessels were fired on in the Strait of Hormuz, and Tehran seized two of them. The White House said the ceasefire was intact.
As Tehran toughens its stance, closure of strait puts U.S. under increasing pressure
President awaiting Tehran proposal as new talks uncertain
Trump Seeks an Eye-Catching Capitulation, but Tehran Plays the Long Game
SCHEDULED TALKS CALLED OFF FOR NOW Tehran says blockade is a violation of ceasefire
Pakistan prepares for new talks as Tehran's attendance uncertain
Doubt over Pakistan talks • Trump sends negotiators • No Tehran delegation • Truce ends tomorrow
He earlier said new talks were planned, without Tehran's confirmation.
Tehran vows a swift response, calling the armed boarding an act of piracy in the Strait of Hormuz.
Tehran threatens to skip session; U.S. seizes a vessel trying to slip past blockade
But U.S. Signals Its Blockade Isn't Over
Despite Tehran's announcement, President Donald Trump said the blockade on Iranian ships and ports "will remain in full force."
U.S. claims strait is open for good. Tehran says it may shut it again, impose tolls.
Hopes move spurs US-Tehran deal • Pakistan talks with Islamic regime • Pressure to reopen Hormuz
Craft bought by IRGC space force • Images of military sites captured • Beijing denies involvement
Pakistan tries again for deal as US naval blockade continues
IMF warns Britain will be worst-hit major economy in a damning assessment of the conflict’s impact on global finance – as Tehran considers halting its oil shipments in Strait of Hormuz to bring the US back to the negotiating table
U.S., Tehran to renew talks, U.N. chief says; Israel, Lebanon plan direct negotiations
Trump pushes Tehran to open critical strait and agree to end war.
U.S. Cuts Lifeline as Tehran Bets on Risk of High Inflation in Election Year
Navy to halt toll-paying ships ● Tehran speaks of ‘mistrust’ ● Fears for oil price ● Global economy dented
Tehran Adds to List of Demands as Vance Heads to Negotiations in Pakistan
Tehran says Lebanon must be included in any ceasefire deal
Vice president will open first direct talks with Tehran. Lebanon is a central dispute.
Trump fumes as global shipping remains snarled ahead of diplomatic talks
Tehran halts strait traffic after attack on Hizbollah
Tehran wants Israeli strikes on Hezbollah to end. Terms exclude Lebanon, Trump says.
TEHRAN WARNS IT MAY PULL OUT OF TALKS; Sides far apart on key issues; Hormuz is still snarled
Tehran council says it will accept 2-week ceasefire amid talks
President had threatened to wipe out ‘whole civilization.’ Tehran says 2-week pause won’t end war.
The president ramped up his threats against Iran as his deadline for a deal to end the bombing neared, while US forces struck Tehran’s main oil export hub on Kharg Island after days of warning civilian infrastructure would be targeted
President says Tehran’s proposal ‘significant’ but ‘not good enough’
Trump threatens ‘entire country’ could be wiped out
President gives Tehran deadline to reopen strait in ‘unhinged’ online rant
In an interview, president gives Tehran until Tuesday to reopen key strait
Flyer rescued after 1st jet hit by Tehran; at least 1 flyer missing
Tehran continues firing on targets across Mideast
President signals a desire for ceasefire in the Iran war, which Tehran rejects.