Stories from Iran

A biological and medical research center in Tehran was hit during attacks reported since February 28, 2026. Security experts suggest that civilian facilities may have been used for biological weapons research. Health Minister Saffer Rondi stated that attacks on scientific institutions, such as the Pasteur Institute in Iran, complicate operations. The facility was visited by the minister following the strike. Health Minister Saffer Randi stated that bio-weapon research may have been conducted at a destroyed institute. Attacks on scientific facilities, such as the Pasteur Institute in Iran, are complicating research efforts, according to the health minister. The minister stated that knowledge resides in the minds of scientists and will strengthen global health in the future. The strike targeted a biology and medicine research center. The report noted 11 casualties from the attack.

A US military probe is drawing comparisons to the 2020 drone strike in Kabul. That incident, which the Pentagon stated targeted terrorists, actually killed a family of 10 including seven children. The probe is examining current strike handling in light of that precedent.

The Pentagon has not acknowledged potential American involvement in a deadly strike on a primary school in Minna, Iran, that occurred two months ago. Iranian officials stated the strike killed 168 people, including approximately 110 children.

Iran continues to be included on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) blacklist. The designation indicates deficiencies in the country's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regimes.

Brigade-General Amir Akraminia stated on Iranian state television that Iran does not trust the United States. The strait facilitates approximately one-fifth of global shipments.

A US-led coalition is planning to cooperate on information exchange, diplomatic coordination, and the implementation of sanctions to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative aims to pressure foreign governments to join the effort, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Donald Trump has previously criticized allies for their lack of assistance in unblocking the strait during the conflict with Iran. Iran recently presented a new peace proposal to the United States focused on resolving the crisis.

The conflict between the United States and Iran has transitioned into a cold war state. The United States believes that the Abraham Accords will impact Iran. Iran is reportedly attempting to develop resistance to these effects.

The UN says Iranian authorities have executed at least 21 people since a conflict began in February. At least nine of those killed were linked to mass protests in January. Ten individuals were executed for alleged membership in opposition groups, while two were put to death on spying charges. UN High Commissioner Volker Turk called on Tehran to stop executions and expressed alarm over the restriction of rights. A report stated that current actions in Iran severely restrict people's rights and called on Tehran to stop executions. More than 4,000 people have been detained or affected since that date due to national security accusations. The report noted that demonstrations in support of authorities occurred yesterday.

Medical students at Tehran University have issued a statement announcing they will boycott the purchase and use of internet services. The students stated they are protesting the lack of fair and public access to the internet.

US Department of Defense officials stated on April 29 that US spending on operations involving Iran has reached approximately $25 billion. The report follows a large-scale military action launched by the US and Israel against Iran on February 28.