Stories from Iran

Iran's stated intention to increase uranium enrichment to over 90% presents a difficult choice for the United States.

A magnitude 4.5 earthquake shook the Mazandaran province in Iran on Saturday. The tremor was felt in the region.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 on the Richter scale occurred in the Mazandaran gorge at a depth of 6 km. Tehran and surrounding areas have experienced multiple tremors in the past 48 hours. A magnitude 4.5 earthquake shook the Mazandaran province in Iran on Saturday. A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck near Pelabuhanratu, Indonesia.

An analysis suggests that the United States may have underestimated Iran's political resilience and the intensity of economic pressure it is willing to impose.

Iran has warned of its readiness for war and the associated economic costs as negotiations with the US falter. Iran has issued a warning of war as negotiations with the United States falter. The warning was reported by Al Jazeera.

Iranian oil tankers were reportedly attacked, with video footage appearing to show precision strikes from Super Hornet aircraft. The breach could impact fuel distribution and monitoring systems. There is a high probability that Iran will face a bombing attack from the United States within the next 48 hours. Tehran has accused the United Arab Emirates of direct involvement in strikes against Iran. The accusation was made by Iran's Minister and Foreign Minister Bor during a visit to Delhi for the BRICS summit. US officials and those in the Middle East reportedly believe a decision on further strikes against Iran is imminent. More strikes could occur within days.

Between May 1 and May 15, 2026, the Iranian government escalated its repression against the Baha'i community.

Iranian state television reported that European countries are in discussions with Tehran to obtain permits for oil-related activities.

A Hamas military leader, identified as Khamenei, was killed by a U.S. and Israeli strike shortly after the start of the war in Iran. The strike occurred this year. The individual was reportedly involved in planning attacks.

Iran has rejected a 14-point peace plan proposed by the United States to end the war. Iran has shown a capacity for pain and resilience in surviving to fight another day. The nation has previously engaged in enrichment.