Middle East
Pakistan Warns the Islamic Republic of Iran to Rein in Yemen’s Houthis After Attacks on Saudi Arabia
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following a series of attacks by Yemen’s Houthi movement against Saudi Arabia. Amid the growing tensions, Pakistan has warned the Islamic Republic of Iran to use its influence to rein in the Houthis and halt their attacks on the kingdom. Reuters reported that Islamabad conveyed the message to Tehran on behalf of Saudi Arabia.
IRGC Navy has claimed that it attacked two U.S. vessels and eight oil tankers in the Persian Gulf in response of US attack
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has claimed that it attacked two U.S. vessels and eight oil tankers in the Persian Gulf in response to a U.S. attack on five Iranian oil tankers. It also claimed to have targeted 10 additional vessels attempting to pass through a prohibited and unsafe area of the Strait of Hormuz.
Houthi Drone and Missile Attacks on Saudi Arabia — Pakistan Remains Silent; Mecca Defence Pact Put to the Test
A series of drone and ballistic missile attacks by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi forces targeting southern Saudi cities and critical energy facilities has once again brought the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye into focus. Coming just a month after the agreement was signed, the attacks are raising questions about the effectiveness of the alliance’s collective defence commitments.
Iran’s Supreme National Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei has claimed that Iran launched an anti-ship missile directly against a US vessel for the first time
Iran’s Supreme National Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei has claimed that Iran launched an anti-ship missile directly against a US vessel for the first time, in what could mark a significant escalation in the ongoing military tensions between Tehran and Washington.
Iran Warns South Korea Against Any US-Backed Military Presence in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has warned South Korea that any military presence or participation in military activities in the Persian Gulf or Strait of Hormuz with US support would be regarded as direct support for what Tehran describes as US “aggression.”
After Suffering Military Defeat Against Iran, US Imposing Economic Pressure on Tehran to Offset Losses — Major General Ali Abdollahi
The United States is now imposing economic pressure and waging soft war and cognitive warfare against Tehran in an attempt to offset the losses it and its allies suffered in the military conflict with Iran, alleged Major General Ali Abdollahi, Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces and Commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command.
Iran May Launch a Direct Military Attack on US Territory, Former US Ambassador Joey Hood Warns
Amid escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran, former US Ambassador to Tunisia Joey Hood has warned that Iran could potentially launch a direct attack on US territory. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Hood cautioned that Tehran could decide to carry out a surprise attack against the United States within the next six weeks.
US and Israel Suffered a Major Defeat and Failed to Achieve Their Stated Objectives — Iranian Army Spokesman
The United States and Israel suffered a major defeat in their recent military aggression against Iran and failed to achieve any of their stated objectives, Iranian Army spokesman Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia has claimed.
‘We Are Concerned About the Attack on Civilians at a Wedding in Iran’ — US Vice President JD Vance
The United States is investigating a recent airstrike on a wedding ceremony in Iran, US Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday. He made the remarks during a White House press briefing as tensions continued to escalate in West Asia.
South Korea Reviews Deployment of Military and Civilian Assets to the Strait of Hormuz — Reuters
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, South Korea is reviewing options for both military and civilian contributions to help ensure freedom of navigation and maritime security in the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. However, the presidential office said no final decision has yet been made regarding a possible military deployment.
Iran and Russia Are Tested and Strategic Partners in Their National and International Interests; Both Countries Desperately Need Each Other
Signs of deepening strategic ties between Iran and Russia have emerged following a recent meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The two leaders highlighted mutual cooperation and support during their meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit.
“We Know What Kind of Military Preparations Iran Is Making; They Can’t Even Go to the Bathroom Without Us Knowing” — US President Donald Trump
Amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran in West Asia, US President Donald Trump has claimed that Washington’s intelligence surveillance of Iran is so extensive that none of Tehran’s military preparations can escape US detection. He also said that the United States is ready to strike Iran again at any time if it chooses to do so.
There Is No Alternative for the United States but to Withdraw Its Forces from the Middle East and Iran’s Region — Iranian National Security Commission Chairman Ebrahim Azizi
Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission Chairman Ebrahim Azizi has called for the complete withdrawal of US military forces from the Middle East, saying there is no alternative for Washington but to pull its troops out of the region. He claimed that the presence of American forces does not provide security but instead increases insecurity for the countries and peoples of the region.
Concerns Over an Unexpected Escalation in the Middle East, Flight Cancellations and Airspace Closures — US Citizens Urged to Remain Vigilant
Amid concerns over renewed tensions in the Middle East, the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the US Consulate General in Dubai have warned American citizens in the region. In a security alert issued on September 1, the missions said the security situation remains complex and that there is a possibility of an “unexpected escalation” in the region.
IRGC Claims Iranian Ballistic Missile Strike on US Marine Base in Jordan in Response to US Attack, Says Large Number of US Troops Were Killed
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it carried out a heavy ballistic missile strike on a US Marine base in Jordan’s Aqaba region in retaliation for recent US attacks on Iran. The IRGC said the strike killed a large number of US troops and damaged key military infrastructure.
SCO Leaders Call for Unlocking the UN’s Full Potential and Rejecting Double Standards and the ‘Law of the Jungle’
Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) have called for a stronger and more effective United Nations, while urging the international community to reject double standards, unilateral dominance and the so-called “law of the jungle.” The remarks came during the SCO Plus meeting in Bishkek, where leaders discussed reforming global governance and advancing a more multipolar international order.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Urges PM Narendra Modi to Use India’s Influence to Help Restore Regional Peace
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to use India’s diplomatic influence and extensive international contacts to help end regional conflicts and restore peace. He called on New Delhi to encourage the parties involved to move away from war and bloodshed and return to dialogue, diplomacy and negotiations.
Why the SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan Is More Important Than Ever for Indian Diplomacy and BRICS Countries Summit
The 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit is being held in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, bringing together the leaders of India, Russia, China, Iran, Pakistan and other member states.
IRGC Claims Missile and Drone Strikes on US Military Bases in Jordan and the UAE in Retaliation for US Attack on Iran’s Larak Island
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and military have claimed that Iran launched missile and drone attacks against US military facilities in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in retaliation for a recent US airstrike on Iran’s Larak Island.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Calls on Muslim World to Unite and Build a Stronger Front Against the US and Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has called on the Muslim world to remain united and build a stronger position against the United States and Israel, saying divisions among Muslims serve the interests of their adversaries.