Abbas Araghchi

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels renewed attacks on government-controlled areas in Yemen, striking the port city of Mokha with missiles and drones. These strikes raise fears over threats to strategic shipping routes, particularly the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, potentially reigniting Yemen's civil war. Furthermore, Iran continues to demand that the U.S. meet specific conditions before considering reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels renewed attacks on government-controlled areas in Yemen, hitting targets like Mokha and raising fears of reignited civil conflict and threats to strategic shipping routes. Concurrently, Iran's foreign minister reiterated that Tehran will not consider reopening the Strait of Hormuz until the U.S. fulfills its demands, following comments from Donald Trump demanding compensation from Iran.

U.S. and Qatari officials report progress in negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with draft agreement language circulated. The U.S. has nearly depleted its stockpile of long-range missiles during the conflict with Iran, raising concerns about deterrence capabilities. A projectile attack on an Indian-flagged vessel near Yemen, attributed to the Houthis, and suspected Iranian cyberattacks on U.S. water utilities were also reported.

The U.S., Iran, and Oman are nearing an interim agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with a potential Wednesday announcement. The deal includes a 60-day temporary arrangement for ship traffic lanes and mine clearance, contingent on Iranian leadership approval. President Trump has delayed potential strikes to allow diplomacy, but risks remain if an agreement is not finalized.

U.S. President Donald Trump claims renewed talks with Iran to wind down conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran's foreign ministry states negotiations are with Oman, not the U.S. Trump called off potential strikes after Gulf allies urged diplomacy, but criticized Iran's leadership as 'duplicitous.'

Millions of Shiite Muslims participated in the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, amid regional tensions and fears of US-Iran escalation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attended, highlighting Iraq's balancing act between Washington and Tehran, while economic struggles and militia disarming efforts complicate the country's stability.

Millions of Shiite Muslims participated in the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq amid regional tensions and fears of U.S.-Iran escalation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi joined the pilgrimage, highlighting Iraq's delicate balancing act between Washington and Tehran. Economic challenges, including disrupted oil exports due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, and efforts to disarm Iran-backed militias like Kataib Hezbollah further complicate the situation.

Millions of Shiite Muslims gathered in Karbala, Iraq, for the Arbaeen pilgrimage amid regional tensions and fears of U.S.-Iran escalation. Over 4.88 million pilgrims entered Iraq since the start of the Islamic month of Muharram, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi among notable participants. Reduced numbers of pilgrims from non-Iranian countries were observed due to regional conflicts.

Millions of Shiite Muslims participated in the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, amid regional tensions and fears of U.S.-Iran escalation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi joined the event, highlighting Iraq's delicate position between Washington and Tehran. Reduced numbers of non-Iranian pilgrims were noted due to regional conflicts, while Iraq faces economic strain from disrupted oil exports and challenges disarming Iran-backed militias.

Millions of Shiite Muslims participated in the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, amid regional tensions and fears of U.S.-Iran escalation. Iraqi authorities reported over 4.88 million pilgrims entering the country, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi among notable attendees. Iraq faces economic challenges from disrupted oil exports and struggles to disarm Iran-backed militias.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held phone discussions with Oman's Badr al-Busaidi and Pakistan's Mohammad Ishaq Dar about regional developments following Trump's cancellation of US strikes against Iran. The talks included progress on a maritime route through the Strait of Hormuz with Oman and the deteriorating situation in Occupied East Jerusalem. Pakistan's Dar invited Araghchi to visit the country.

Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed efforts to de-escalate regional tensions in a telephone call. The Saudi foreign ministry emphasized the kingdom’s commitment to promoting regional security and stability.

Trump said he would cancel planned US strikes on Iran if a deal could be reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program, following Iran's threats to act decisively against US aggression. Meanwhile, Israeli attacks on Gaza continued, with reported casualties and the killing of two Hamas commanders.

U.S. President Donald Trump canceled planned strikes on Iran, citing an imminent deal to open the Hormuz Strait and end Iran's nuclear threat. Iran has not confirmed the deal, while Saudi Arabia and others urged diplomatic solutions to de-escalate tensions.

US President Donald Trump said he would delay attacks on Iran if a deal halting its nuclear ambitions and reopening the Strait of Hormuz is reached. Iran's foreign minister warned of 'decisive' action against further US aggression, while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted a US base in Jordan with missiles. Israeli strikes in Gaza killed eight Palestinians, including two children, despite a reported breakthrough agreement.

President Trump canceled a potential attack on Iran due to progress in negotiations, citing the need for a deal that includes opening the Hormuz Strait and ending Iran's nuclear threat. Regional leaders and other Middle Eastern countries urged de-escalation, while Iran's foreign minister warned against further hostile actions.

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi informed Turkish, Pakistani, and Saudi counterparts that Iran will act 'decisively' against any further US 'aggression'. He emphasized Iran's readiness to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Iran has warned it will further restrict the Strait of Hormuz if the US continues its naval blockade on Iranian ports. A top Iranian official, Mohammad Baqer Zolqadr, emphasized potential global economic and energy market consequences, while Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, highlighted efforts to establish traffic management mechanisms with Oman.

Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, accused the US of causing regional insecurity through violations of the Islamabad MoU and military actions, including a naval blockade and attacks on Iranian commercial shipping. He called for holding 'aggressor parties' accountable, while India's external affairs minister, S Jaishankar, emphasized support for dialogue and diplomacy.

Two U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft arrived at Bulgaria's Bezmer Air Base to support Middle East operations, prompting Iranian complaints and local protests. Bulgaria, a NATO and EU member, approved the deployment under a 2006 defense agreement, allowing up to eight aircraft and 250 personnel until October 2026. The U.S. Embassy requested the deployment, which Bulgarian officials emphasized is for logistical missions outside Bulgarian airspace.

Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, emphasized that Egypt's security is 'of utmost importance' to Iran. His statement followed a drone attack on Egypt's Damietta port, with no group claiming responsibility for the incident.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas held a phone call to discuss developments in the Middle East and ways to de-escalate tensions and maintain stability in the region.

Iran is reported to have considered a retaliatory strike on a Ukrainian seaport. Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, stated that Ukraine's foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, described an attack on a cargo ship as unintentional.

Iran and Ukraine discussed an attack on an Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea. Iran demands restitution, while Ukraine claims the attack was unintentional and seeks no escalation.

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi discussed Hormuz Strait security with his Saudi and Omani counterparts via phone calls, emphasizing regional cooperation and stability. The discussions followed Saudi Arabia's interception of drones reportedly launched by Iranian-affiliated groups in Iraq.

Iran warns Ukraine of retaliation following a deadly strike on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea. Abbas Araghchi stated the attack 'cannot go unanswered'.

Iran summoned Ukrainian diplomats after Kyiv bombed an Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea, killing at least one sailor and wounding another. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy praised the strikes but did not specify the targets' nationality, while Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned the attack as a violation of the UN Charter and urged international condemnation.

Iran-backed Houthis fired missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia's Yanbu and Jizan cities, targeting Aramco facilities in response to Saudi airstrikes on Hodeida. The conflict escalates over control of the Red Sea's Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical shipping route, with the Houthis threatening to blockade it unless the Saudi blockade on Yemen ends. U.S. Central Command did not announce new strikes, and Iran condemned a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea.

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen fired missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia's Yanbu and Jizan cities, targeting Aramco facilities in response to Saudi airstrikes on Hodeida. The Houthis threatened to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical global shipping route, unless Saudi aggression and blockades cease. Saudi Arabia claimed it struck military targets in Hodeida, while Iran's foreign minister urged diplomatic solutions to the conflict.

Yemen’s Houthis fired missiles and drones on Saudi Arabia’s Aramco facilities in Yanbu and Jizan, responding to Saudi airstrikes on Hodeida. The conflict threatens global shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with Iran’s foreign minister urging diplomacy to resolve tensions.

Iran reported no U.S. strikes overnight for the first time in two weeks, but tensions remain high due to recent conflict over the Strait of Hormuz. Sirens were sounded in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, and Iran's Houthi allies attacked Saudi oil tankers, prompting regional military responses.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated the Yemen conflict and tensions in the Bab al-Mandeb strait are not Iran's responsibility but stem from historical disputes between Saudi Arabia and Yemen. He emphasized no military solution exists for Yemen or regional issues, coinciding with Houthis blocking a Saudi oil shipping route.

US President Donald Trump mentioned ongoing talks with Iran but emphasized Tehran cannot have nuclear weapons. Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi blamed the US for regional insecurity. Israeli forces raided Palestinian homes in Nablus, while Saudi Arabia issued alerts after Houthi claims of missile attacks. The US disabled an Iranian tanker evading a blockade, and an Iranian commander threatened retaliation for civilian casualties. UNESCO added Sebastia in the West Bank to its heritage lists.

Araghchi blames US breach of Islamabad MoU for Hormuz flare-up. Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi condemned US 'brutal attacks' on Iran's infrastructure and 'war crimes' during a meeting with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi in Kazakhstan.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to discuss building on the Islamabad MoU amid ongoing US-Iran strikes. The meeting highlighted concerns over regional tensions and the need for diplomatic engagement, while recent military actions have cast doubt on the MoU's future.

The US has conducted 13 consecutive nights of strikes against Iran, resulting in at least four deaths and injuries. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned against using foreign state assets for claims, following US President Donald Trump's remarks about using Iranian funds for damages in the Strait of Hormuz. The Pentagon reduced the number of US troops killed from 18 to 14, citing deaths after a declared ceasefire. Iran targeted US infrastructure in Jordan and Bahrain with drone strikes, while Israeli forces and settlers caused Palestinian casualties in Gaza and the West Bank.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that using a foreign country's state assets to pay for future claims could lead to chaos, calling it an 'incendiary precedent.' This follows US President Donald Trump's remarks about using Iranian funds to cover damages to vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran pledges 'eye for an eye' retaliation after a US attack near the Iraq border killed two people and wounded 11 others. US forces confirmed 12 consecutive days of strikes targeting Iranian infrastructure, while Iran's foreign minister warned of a 'powerful and decisive response' to any aggression. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed control of the Strait of Hormuz and targeted US facilities in Jordan, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabian tankers.

Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any attacks on Iran or its infrastructure will trigger a 'powerful and decisive' response. He emphasized that those who support such aggression will also be considered 'legitimate targets' by Tehran.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that any aggression against Iran, including its infrastructure, would provoke a 'powerful and decisive' response. He added that individuals or entities supporting such aggression would be considered legitimate targets.