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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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Trump threatens China with "big problems" if it supplies weapons to Iran

Donald Trump warned Beijing of consequences over the possible transfer of air defense systems to Tehran. US intelligence is recording China's preparations for arms supplies.

News of the World • April 12, 12:32 AM • 5560 views
US-Iran talks temporarily suspended after 14 hours of discussions, disagreements persist

The parties failed to overcome key differences after their first direct meeting in decades. Dialogue on shipping will continue at the technical expert level.

Politics • April 12, 12:15 AM • 13129 views
First supertankers passed through the Strait of Hormuz after the truce between the US and Iran

Three VLCC class oil tankers passed through the strait thanks to peace talks. The vessels Serifos, Cospirl Lake, and He Rong Hai are heading to Asia.

News of the World • April 11, 11:58 PM • 4180 views
CIA used the secret Ghost Murmur technology for the first time to rescue a downed pilot in Iran

The US used quantum magnetometry to detect the pilot's heartbeat in Iran. The Ghost Murmur system was developed by Lockheed's Skunk Works division.

News of the World • April 11, 11:15 PM • 4428 views
Trilateral talks in Islamabad still ongoing – White House

Night talks are underway in Islamabad with the participation of J. D. Vance. Donald Trump stated that reaching an agreement with Iran is not important to him.

Politics • April 11, 10:30 PM • 4565 views
Qatar resumes full shipping in the Persian Gulf from April 12

Qatar is resuming daytime shipping for all types of vessels and round-the-clock shipping for fishermen. The decision was made amid US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan.

News of the World • April 11, 09:58 PM • 3848 views
Trump stated that the US has already won, regardless of the outcome of negotiations with Iran

Donald Trump announced the complete defeat of Iran's armed forces by American troops. Negotiations in Islamabad are ongoing, but their outcome is not important.

Politics • April 11, 09:37 PM • 4483 views
US senators call for not extending exceptions to sanctions on Russian oil

A group of senators called on the US Treasury Department to terminate sanctions exemptions for Russia. Due to these relaxations, the aggressor receives an additional $150 million daily.

Economy • April 11, 08:43 PM • 5291 views
Britain says Ukraine could play a useful role regarding the Strait of Hormuz

Britain has assessed Ukrainian UAV technologies as among the best in the world. Kyiv was involved in consultations on protecting shipping from Iran's blockade.

Politics • April 11, 07:46 PM • 13303 views
US-Iran talks on Strait of Hormuz reach 'deadlock' - FT

Iran demands sole control over the Strait of Hormuz and the right to levy fees. The parties exchanged documents and proceeded to the expert level.

News of the World • April 11, 07:14 PM • 16507 views
Satellite imagery provider restricted access to Iran images under US pressure - BBC

Planet Labs has imposed an indefinite delay on the release of images of Iran and neighboring countries. This prevents media from assessing the consequences of military actions.

News of the World • April 11, 06:39 PM • 12806 views
Reuters learned the condition of Iran's new supreme leader

Iran's supreme leader is recovering from an airstrike, governing the country via audio link. US intelligence suggests that Khamenei may have lost one of his legs.

News of the World • April 11, 05:31 PM • 5131 views
US announces start of Strait of Hormuz mine clearance operation

US destroyers have begun an operation to clear the Strait of Hormuz of Iranian mines to ensure trade safety. Additional forces and underwater drones will be involved in the operation later.

Economy • April 11, 05:00 PM • 5158 views
Trump said he had "no idea" how talks will go with Iran

The US President confirmed the start of trilateral talks on resolving the war. US military personnel are already preparing equipment for demining the Strait of Hormuz.

News of the World • April 11, 04:40 PM • 3916 views
WSJ learned that Iran still has thousands of ballistic missiles. Trump reacted

Despite claims of destroying Tehran's potential, US intelligence reports thousands of missiles in reserve. The regime retains the ability to restore launchers.

News of the World • April 11, 03:59 PM • 4818 views
Holy Fire descended in Jerusalem - how it happenedPhotoVideo

Patriarch Theophilos III brought the Holy Fire out of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The church was opened after 40 days of closure due to the war and security measures in Israel.

Society • April 11, 02:56 PM • 54450 views
US and Iran talks are direct - report

US and Iranian representatives are holding a direct meeting in Islamabad. The delegations are led by Vice President J.D. Vance and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf.

News of the World • April 11, 02:33 PM • 9830 views
China prepares arms shipment to Iran - CNN

US intelligence has uncovered Beijing's plans to transfer MANPADS to Tehran during the truce. China denies the accusations, trying to maintain its status as a neutral party.

News of the World • April 11, 02:18 PM • 11013 views
Trump said the US is "cleaning up" the Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump announced a US operation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claims it forced a US destroyer to retreat.

News of the World • April 11, 02:10 PM • 6570 views
Boris Johnson visited Ukrainian military personnel in the Zaporizhzhia directionPhoto

The former British Prime Minister met with soldiers of the 65th brigade, and a report was published in the Daily Mail. Boris Johnson spoke about a drone pilot who destroyed 434 occupiers.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 11:56 AM • 11825 views
US to unfreeze $6 billion in Iranian assets in Qatar - Media

The United States of America has agreed to return frozen assets to Iran in exchange for security in the Strait of Hormuz. The amount of funds is approximately $6 billion.

Politics • April 11, 10:52 AM • 10010 views
Trump stated that the deal with Iran focuses on nuclear weapons and opening the Strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump announced the priority of Iran's nuclear disarmament and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. A US delegation has already departed for Pakistan for negotiations.

Politics • April 11, 12:35 AM • 6199 views
Russia and Iran intensified maritime traffic in the Caspian Sea after the truce with the United StatesPhoto

A concentration of Russian vessels, which previously transported weapons, has been recorded in Amirabad port. Analysts suggest the transportation of ammunition and components.

News of the World • April 10, 11:38 PM • 4110 views
After years of war, Ukrainian farmers are reducing sowing due to the conflict in Iran - Media

Due to the conflict in Iran, the price of diesel has risen to 92 hryvnias per liter. This will lead to a 15-40 percent drop in Ukraine's export potential.

Economy • April 10, 10:39 PM • 5612 views
Pope Francis again condemned the war against Iran and stated that God does not support conflictsPhoto

The Pontiff stated that the shedding of innocent blood and bombings cannot be justified. God does not bless conflicts, and violence has no justification.

Society • April 10, 10:17 PM • 4412 views
Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to hold direct talks in Washington

Next week, a preparatory round of talks between representatives of Israel and Lebanon will take place in the US. The meeting aims to resolve the conflict.

News of the World • April 10, 08:10 PM • 5122 views
Strait of Hormuz is not within NATO's purview - Spanish Foreign Ministry responds to Trump's ultimatum

The Spanish Foreign Minister stated that the region is not within the Alliance's area of responsibility. Madrid condemned US actions against Iran as a violation of international law.

News of the World • April 10, 07:25 PM • 4790 views
US embassy staff in Iraq "suffered multiple drone attacks" on the first day of the truce - media

Pro-Iranian groups carried out a series of drone attacks on the first day of the truce. Diplomatic personnel are safe, the State Department demands an investigation.

News of the World • April 10, 07:13 PM • 4170 views
Pakistan's PM declares a decisive moment as US-Iran talks approach

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a meeting between the leaders of the US and Iran in Islamabad. J.D. Vance confirmed Washington's readiness for dialogue for peace.

News of the World • April 10, 06:29 PM • 8458 views
US to demand release of detained Americans from Iran in talks - Media

The Trump administration plans to discuss the return of at least six US citizens from Iranian captivity. Tehran may use the detainees as leverage.

Politics • April 10, 06:15 PM • 6481 views