Stories from Iran

A radio broadcast reported a 'massacre of thousands' in Iran, describing it as a 'terrible time for Iranians'.

Iranians have been without internet for 69 days, which amounts to approximately 1,700 hours. This prolonged internet outage has resulted in economic destruction across the country. More than 1 million Iranian jobs have been lost, according to Iranian daily calculations.

A US intelligence note, revealed by the Washington Post, indicates that Iran can survive at least three to four months under US sanctions. This contrasts with US President Donald Trump's previous statements suggesting Iran could only last a few days. The publication of this report has raised questions about the effectiveness of Washington's pressure on Tehran, despite an American media agency's response to it. A US official, citing a CIA assessment, stated that Iran possesses the capability to withstand months of pressure from the United States. This assessment comes amid ongoing US efforts to apply sanctions and other pressures on Iran. The United States of America has heavily pressured China to exert influence on Iran, according to reports. This diplomatic effort seeks China's intervention to pressure Iran.

Iran was struck overnight, with installations targeted, according to the source. US warships fired three missiles, sinking an Iranian vessel and striking Iranian military facilities east of the Strait of Hormuz. US President Trump stated that the US-Iran ceasefire agreement remains valid, describing the US military strike on Iranian facilities as a 'small warning'. Military actions have eliminated inbound threats and targeted Iranian forces. American command claims the targets were Iranian military facilities involved in attacks against US forces. President Trump confirmed the exchange of shelling in the Middle East on social media, stating American soldiers were not harmed. Iranian forces suffered heavy losses, and Trump threatened Iran with attacks if they do not quickly sign a peace treaty. The US Central Command published a statement regarding the ongoing confrontations.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) released a video on May 8, claiming to have launched missiles at a US destroyer. This action is seen as part of an Iranian response to an American initiative proposed in Islamabad. Iran's Armed Forces Khatam al-Anbiya Central-South Command released a video on May 8, claiming missiles were fired at US destroyers passing through the Strait of Hormuz. He said the response was designed to counter specific attack operations. An Al Araby Radio Qatar source reported potential human or non-human losses from the Iranian side in its attack on destroyers. Washington and Tehran blamed each other for the exchange of fire, with the US military claiming Iran attacked three of its warships, while Iran asserted it retaliated against US aggression on two of its vessels. President Trump called these strikes a 'love tap.' Iranians now accuse the U.S.

An independent workers' company in Iran announced a 3 million Toman amount in its report on determining the right to housing. This amount covers approximately 10% of the rental value in Tehran.

The source reported that Iran is expected to issue a response. Iran is considering its response to proposals, with questions raised about whether the United States will build on these suggestions and continue discussions. Iranian officials are expected to formally respond on May 8th, with the United States awaiting Iran's position on key issues. Iran launched attacks against three of its warships, stating it acted in retaliation for what it called U.S. Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Alaghzi on May 7th, discussing recent regional dynamics and diplomatic efforts to promote peace and stability. Pakistani diplomatic and news sources anticipate Iranian officials will formally respond to the US today, May 8, with the US awaiting Iran's stance on key issues.

President Trump stated that a ceasefire with Iran remains in force despite a clash between Iranian and US naval destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington and Tehran are blaming each other for the incident.

Russia calculates it will agree with Iran on signing a peace memorandum within a week.

Washington claims to have hit Iranian military bases in operations described as self-defense. Tehran, in response, stated it retaliated against provocative American actions and caused damage to United States ships.