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Iran

Country in the Middle East
The Islamic Republic of Iran is a state in Western Asia. With an area of 1,648,195 km², the country is the second largest in the Middle East and the 17th largest in the world. As of 2024, Iran's population is approximately 88.55 million people, making it the 17th most populous country in the world. The capital and economic center is Tehran, which is the largest and most populous city in Western Asia. The history of statehood in Iran is one of the oldest in the world, beginning with the formation of Elamite kingdoms in the 4th millennium BC. For centuries, the country played a key role in the East, and the Persian Empire under Cyrus the Great was one of the largest empires in history, stretching from Eastern Europe to the Indus Valley. In 1935, the name Persia was replaced by Iran in Western countries, and after the Islamic Revolution in 1979, the country was proclaimed an Islamic republic. The country's rich cultural heritage is partly reflected in 22 UNESCO World Heritage sites, which is the third highest number in Asia and the tenth in the world.
1979
The country experiences an Islamic revolution, which led to the proclamation of an Islamic republic and the gradual restriction of human rights
2002
Information emerges about secret nuclear facilities in Natanz and Arak where uranium enrichment was taking place
2015
The signing of an international agreement – the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action – which was intended to bring the country's nuclear program under control
2018
The US withdraws from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and a new round of sanctions against Iran begins
2020
Iran successfully launches the military satellite Noor-1
2022
Ukraine officially declares Iran's military support for Russian aggression and begins imposing sanctions
2024
The country becomes a member of BRICS
2025
A wave of protests against the current regime begins in the country at the end of the year
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Oil prices rose by 3% amid the expansion of US and Iran strikes in the Middle EastVideo

Brent oil prices increased by 3. 14% to $90.87 per barrel due to the escalation of military actions between the US and Iran. The conflict has restricted oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, causing the largest weekly increase since April.

Economy • July 20, 06:59 AM • 4660 views
US teeters on return to all-out war with Iran - WP

At least three US servicemen have died after the resumption of hostilities. The US is planning larger-scale retaliatory attacks but faces a shortage of resources.

News of the World • July 20, 05:52 AM • 4817 views
Oil tanker stopped in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's statements about attacks on ships – Bloomberg

Oil tanker Kavomaleas stopped near Oman after IRGC's statements about attacks on ships. Traffic through the strait has almost stopped due to the escalation between the US and Iran.

Politics • July 20, 04:58 AM • 7981 views
US Embassy warned Americans in Bahrain of a possible attack by Iran – CNN

The US Embassy in Bahrain warned of a possible attempt by Iran to attack unspecified locations in the center of the capital. The warning came after new US strikes on Iran.

Politics • July 20, 03:15 AM • 5338 views
Brent oil price exceeds $90 due to escalation between the US and IranPhoto

Brent oil price rose to $91 per barrel due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. Iran announced the collapse of the ceasefire regime, increasing the risks of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.

Economy • July 20, 01:57 AM • 4456 views
Trump does not change strategy on Iran despite the death of American servicemen

US President Donald Trump did not announce a change in strategy on Iran, despite the increase in losses among American servicemen to 17 people. Washington plans to maintain its course of strikes on Iranian targets and the safety of navigation.

Politics • July 20, 01:17 AM • 5854 views
The US has been striking Iran for the ninth consecutive night – CENTCOM

American forces continue a series of strikes on Iran for the ninth consecutive night. CENTCOM stated that the strikes are aimed at weakening Iran's military capabilities used to attack commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

News of the World • July 20, 12:16 AM • 3916 views
Boeing increases production of components for PAC-3 missiles amid growing demand

Boeing increased production of seeker heads for PAC-3 missiles by 30% in 2025, manufacturing 650 units. In 2026, the company plans to bring the figure to 850 units.

News of the World • July 19, 10:37 PM • 22415 views
About two-thirds of the pre-war volume of shipments pass through the Strait of Hormuz – U.S. Secretary of Energy

U. S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright stated that 14 million barrels of oil are transported daily through the Strait of Hormuz, which is two-thirds of the pre-war volume. He refuted reports of a halt in shipping.

Politics • July 19, 09:37 PM • 4321 views
Trump called for including Iran in the bill on sanctions against RussiaPhoto

U. S. President Donald Trump called on Congress to include Iran in the bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia. He noted that this was sought by the late Senator Lindsey Graham.

Politics • July 19, 08:57 PM • 4236 views
Iran claims the US struck a construction site of a power plant

The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran stated that the US struck the construction site of the Darkhovin power plant in southern Iran. CNN has reached out to the US Central Command for comment.

News of the World • July 19, 04:35 PM • 3733 views
Iran executes two participants of anti-government protests - media

According to Tasnim, Erfan Esfandiari and Gol Mohammad Mohammadi were executed for participating in the January demonstrations. The number of deaths during the protests could reach at least 6,000 people.

News of the World • July 19, 03:59 PM • 6846 views
Iran attacked a power plant and a desalination plant in Kuwait for the second time in two days

Iran struck a power plant and a desalination plant in Kuwait for the second time, causing a fire. Kuwait is one of the countries that most frequently suffers Iranian attacks since the resumption of hostilities between Tehran and Washington.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 02:40 PM • 14813 views
President of Lebanon arrives in the US for talks with Trump

Joseph Aoun arrived in Washington for a meeting with Donald Trump at the White House. On the agenda are security and the situation in the region amid tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.

Politics • July 19, 02:18 AM • 5614 views
The US has launched new strikes against Iran after the death of two soldiers in Jordan

The US has struck Iran in response to the attack in Jordan, where two American soldiers were killed. The conflict has spread to civilian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants.

News of the World • July 19, 12:16 AM • 4483 views
The US State Department urged Americans worldwide to be especially cautious due to the escalation of the war with Iran

The US State Department issued a global warning for Americans due to the escalation of the war with Iran. The department noted that the security situation in the Middle East remains unstable.

Politics • July 18, 10:56 PM • 4735 views
The US announced the death of two soldiers after Iran's attack

The US Central Command stated that two servicemen were killed in Jordan while repelling Iranian attacks. One serviceman is considered missing, and four evacuees have already been discharged from hospitals.

War in Ukraine • July 18, 07:51 PM • 8156 views
Iran has suspended its obligations under the ceasefire agreement with the United States

Iran has suspended its obligations under the memorandum with the United States due to the strikes carried out by the Americans. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi accused the United States of violating the agreement.

Politics • July 18, 03:25 PM • 10272 views
Trump intensifies airstrikes on Iran but risks repeating old mistakes - Reuters

U. S. President Donald Trump has intensified airstrikes on Iran and threatened broader escalation. Analysts believe that the intensification of attacks is unlikely to force Tehran into concessions.

Politics • July 18, 09:28 AM • 31600 views
Iran reported the ignition of two oil tankers in the mined Strait of Hormuz

Two oil tankers caught fire while attempting to pass through a mined route in the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC stated that the strait is extremely dangerous and completely closed.

News of the World • July 18, 02:36 AM • 9984 views
Britain's new prime minister must decide whether to allow the US to use military bases for strikes on Iran – Bloomberg

Andy Burnham may face a decision on the use of British bases for US strikes on Iran. Keir Starmer's government has held talks on resuming attacks, but British officials are concerned about escalation.

Politics • July 18, 02:15 AM • 5302 views
Only six ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in a day – CNN

Six ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours, maintaining low traffic intensity. Earlier, Trump announced plans to impose a 20 percent fee on cargo passing through the strait.

News of the World • July 18, 01:56 AM • 4773 views
New strikes by the US and Iran damaged bridges, energy facilities, and a water desalination plant

The US attacked bridges, energy facilities, and a port in Iran. In response, Iran struck Qatar and Kuwait, damaging a water desalination plant.

News of the World • July 17, 11:39 PM • 4554 views
Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanding defense cooperation – Reuters

Pakistan and Kuwait discuss a new defense pact that may include the deployment of troops and equipment. Talks are at an early stage, Pakistan is not yet ready to deploy combat units.

Politics • July 17, 11:18 PM • 4343 views
The US claims to have destroyed an Iranian observation towerVideo

The United States destroyed an observation tower of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps at the Shahid Kalantari port in Iran. The strike was aimed at reducing the IRGC's ability to track vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

News of the World • July 17, 04:06 PM • 5476 views
Wheat prices hit a two-year high amid strikes in the Black Sea

Wheat futures reached a two-year high, but the gains were offset by weak U. S. export data. Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports have reduced a third of grain export capacity.

Economy • July 17, 06:33 AM • 5167 views
The US struck Iran for the sixth consecutive night, Tehran respondedPhotoVideo

The US launched new airstrikes on bridges in Hormozgan province, collapsing a tower in Chabahar port. In response, Iran attacked Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait with missiles.

News of the World • July 17, 05:25 AM • 5712 views
Iran promises to destroy all infrastructure in the region in the event of a US strike

Spokesman for the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Ibrahim Zolfaghari, stated that Tehran will destroy all infrastructure in the region if Trump carries out his threat to strike Iranian infrastructure. He called Trump's statements "empty" and warned of a more powerful response.

Politics • July 17, 03:28 AM • 29922 views
Iran continues negotiations with the US, suffering devastating strikes - White House

White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stated that negotiations between the US and Iran are ongoing. She emphasized that the strikes are caused by Iran's violation of the memorandum, but President Trump is open to diplomacy.

Politics • July 16, 11:11 PM • 6594 views
The US delivers a new wave of strikes on Iran

The US Central Command announced another wave of airstrikes on Iran. The strikes are aimed at weakening Iran's military capabilities.

News of the World • July 16, 06:53 PM • 5547 views