US President Donald Trump has urged Great Britain to maintain full control over Diego Garcia island. This would allow strikes against Iran if necessary.
Donald Trump may order large-scale strikes on Iran that would last several weeks. This operation would likely be a joint American-Israeli campaign.
During negotiations with the US in Oman, the Iranian delegation proposed transferring part of its highly enriched uranium to Russia and suspending enrichment for several years. This was done to advance nuclear talks and avoid an attack by the US.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced progress in talks with the United States in Geneva, but a deal on Tehran's nuclear program is not yet close. Both sides have issues to work on, although discussions were serious and constructive.
Iranian media confirmed indirect talks between the US and Iran in Geneva. Iran demands a complete lifting of sanctions and confidence-building measures regarding its nuclear program.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi on February 16 in Geneva. The meeting took place ahead of the second round of talks between Tehran and Washington.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has begun naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz. This comes amid rising tensions with the US and the resumption of nuclear program talks.
Iran is proposing that the United States include an economic component in a new nuclear deal, which would entail mutual benefits in exchange for limiting nuclear activities and easing sanctions. Tehran is talking about possible agreements in the energy, mining, and aviation sectors.
The American command is developing plans for prolonged military operations against Iran that could last a week or more. This is intended to be an argument in negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear and regional policies.
Trump and Netanyahu agreed to increase economic pressure on Iran. The goal is to reduce oil exports to China to force Tehran to make concessions on its nuclear program.
US President Donald Trump ordered the deployment of the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Middle East. The goal is to increase pressure on Iran amid discussions about limiting its nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House. They discussed developments with Iran and the war in Gaza, but no final agreements were reached.
US President Donald Trump said that during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he insisted on continuing negotiations with Iran. The US is seeking a nuclear deal with Tehran.
An Iranian court has sentenced Narges Mohammadi to 7. 5 years in prison for "conspiracy against national security" and "propaganda against the state." The human rights activist also received two years of exile and a ban on leaving the country.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the country will not stop uranium enrichment, despite US pressure and the threat of war. Tehran considers the nuclear program a strategic choice and does not succumb to intimidation.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with US President Donald Trump on February 11. The key topic will be Tehran's nuclear program and recent contacts between Washington and Iran, which are causing concern among the Israeli leadership.
The Russian "Promsvyazbank" transferred almost 5 tons of cash worth $2. 5 billion to the Central Bank of Iran. This helped Tehran maintain economic stability under US sanctions.
The first round of diplomatic talks between the US and Iran began in Muscat on February 6. Tehran signals that the meeting is only the beginning of a long process with no quick resolution to the crisis.
Oil prices are falling after Tehran confirmed talks with Washington on February 6, 2026. WTI adjusted to $64, Brent is trading around $69 per barrel.
Global oil prices are rising due to an Iranian drone shot down by a US fighter jet and a record reduction in US crude oil inventories. This raises concerns about possible supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
Turkey seeks to organize direct talks between the US and Iran in Ankara or Istanbul. The goal is to prevent a US military strike on Iran over the suppression of protests.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared readiness for war, but expressed confidence in reaching a deal with the US. He emphasized that war would be a disaster for everyone, and American bases would be targets.
Donald Trump expressed hope for a deal with Iran. In addition, the American leader noted that the United States has powerful ships near Iran.
Mehdi Mahmudyan, co-writer of the screenplay for the film "It Was Just an Unfortunate Accident," has been arrested in Tehran. The arrest occurred after he signed a statement condemning the leader of the Islamic Republic.
Satellite images recorded renewed activity at Iran's nuclear facilities in Natanz and Isfahan in January 2026. Tehran is constructing new protective structures to conceal the aftermath of last year's US and Israeli airstrikes.
The US has imposed extensive sanctions on Iranian officials for shooting protesters and for mass repression in the country.
Iran has renewed its threats to strike Israel, declaring its readiness for "preemptive measures" should Washington prepare an attack. This comes as the American aircraft carrier group "Abraham Lincoln" arrives in the region.
Iran is ready for talks with the United States but does not plan meetings until conditions are met. Turkey calls for a resumption of nuclear talks, fearing US aggression against Iran.
US President Donald Trump is considering a new large-scale strike on Iran. This comes after talks on its nuclear program and ballistic missiles yielded no results.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced the full combat readiness of the country's armed forces. This came amid threats from US President Donald Trump regarding a possible military strike on Tehran.
