Chabahar
Coverage of Chabahar in the Nexus archive.
- How Trump’s Iran ‘own goal’ is hitting long-term US strategy to contain Chinese influence
The United States's strategy to counter China's influence in the Middle East is being undermined by sanctions and war against Iran, which are weakening the Iranian port of Chabahar. India supports Chabahar as a trade corridor to Afghanistan and Central Asia that bypasses Pakistan and serves as a counter to the Chinese-operated Gwadar port.
- More US attacks reported in Iran
The US is reported to have attacked a military area near Tabriz in Iran's East Azerbaijan province, with no attacks inside the city itself. Explosions were also heard in Bushehr and southern cities Chabahar and Konarak, though the source of the Bushehr explosions remains under investigation.
- Iran war live: US launches 10th night of strikes; Tehran attacks Kuwait
The US launched a 10th night of strikes in Iran, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, Chabahar, and Konarak. Tehran also conducted attacks against Kuwait.
- Multiple explosions heard in Iran's Chabahar and Konarak
Multiple explosions were reported in the southern Iranian cities of Chabahar and Konarak, according to Iranian media. The incidents involved audible detonations in both locations.
- Iran ready to 'welcome' US ground invasion as tit-for-tat attacks continue
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson stated the country is prepared to 'welcome' a US ground invasion as tit-for-tat attacks continue. US Central Command reported strikes on Iranian military sites for the ninth consecutive night, targeting command centers, air defenses, and missile launch sites. Iranian state media reported blasts in multiple cities, including one fatality southwest of Tabriz.
- US bombs Iran for ninth consecutive night as Hormuz tensions escalate
The US has bombed Iran for the ninth consecutive night, with Iranian media reporting blasts in cities including Tabriz and Chabahar as tensions in Hormuz escalate.
- Reports of blasts across Iran
Explosions were reported in multiple Iranian cities including Bandar Mahshahr, Bandar Imam Khomeini, Chabahar, and Tabriz following Centcom's announcement of attacks against Iran for the ninth consecutive night. Iran's air defense systems were activated in Konarak, according to the Mehr news agency.
- US strikes on Iranian bridges kill seven, fresh blasts reported in Iran's Chabahar,
US strikes on bridges in Iran killed seven civilians and damaged at least five bridges. Fresh explosions were reported in the port city of Chabahar, southeast Iran.
- Iran war live: Sirens in Bahrain, Kuwait; US ‘disables’ Iranian oil tanker
Iranian media reported explosions in Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, and Chabahar. Bahrain and Kuwait sounded air raid sirens, while the US reportedly disabled an Iranian oil tanker.
- Iran says peace deal voided, fighting ‘existential war’ after US attacks
Iran claims a peace deal has been voided and is engaged in an existential war following US attacks. The US announced new attacks amid reported explosions in Bandar Abbas, Chabahar, and Ahvaz.
- New explosions sound in Iran’s Chabahar, Bampur
Several more explosions have been heard in Bampur and Chabahar in southern Iran, according to Fars news agency. No casualties or damage have been reported.
- Blasts heard along Iran's coastal areas, Iranian media reports
The United States launched strikes on Iran, resulting in explosions reported along the Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf, and Gulf of Oman, including cities like Bushehr, Asaluyeh, Chabahar, Bandar Abbas, Sirik, and Qeshm Island. Iranian media, including Mehr news and IRIB, reported the blasts.
- Mysterious airstrikes target Iran after US attacks, raising questions of who launched them
Mysterious unclaimed airstrikes hit Iran after the U.S. military concluded its attacks, leading to Iran's retaliatory strikes across the Middle East. The attacks occurred as Gulf Arab states and the U.S. emphasized the need for free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran seeks to control.
- Iranian media reports attacks on Chabahar and explosions in Iranshahr
Iranian media reports attacks on the southeastern port of Chabahar targeting maritime traffic control and a depot. Explosions were also heard in the city of Iranshahr. A military adviser to Iran's supreme leader, Mohsen Rezaei, posted a Quranic verse warning of severe punishment for the 'aggressor enemy and its accomplices'.
- India Mulls Options on Iran Port Stake Before Sanctions Kick In
India is considering its options regarding a stake in Shahid Beheshti Port in Chabahar, Iran, before U.S. sanctions take effect. The port is a strategic infrastructure asset in the region.