Iran military

Iran opens door to preemptive strikes on Israel, US as response to nationwide protests

Iran's National Defense Council issued a statement that warned that any encroachment on its security or national integrity would be met with an “appropriate, targeted, and decisive response.

Women walk past an anti-U.S. and anti-Israeli billboard displayed on a building in Tehran, Iran, January 4, 2026.
Brig.-Gen. Amir Vahidi, the new IRGC deputy commander-in-chief.

Iran appoints US-sanctioned general wanted for role in AMIA bombing as new IRGC deputy

 Image of Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi against a backdrop of the Iranian flag, US flag and fire.

'We identified our weaknesses and those from our enemies': Iran's Araghchi warns Israel - analysis

 Iranian missiles are displayed during the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran, February 10, 2025.

Iran is producing 90% of its own weapons, Iranian admiral claims – report


The purpose of Saudi Arabia’s Islamic military coalition

The attack resulted in several deaths and injuries, and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on his Nigerian counterpart to form a fact-finding committee to investigate the incident.

Members of Saudi security forces take part in a military parade

Report: White House delays imposing new sanctions on Iran

The US sanctions were expected to be formally announced this week, the Wall Street Journal said.

Iranian clerics watch the firing of a Shahab-3 missile during a war game in a desert near the city of Qom

Former Intel chief: US, Israel should reach parallel Iran agreement

Because Iran nuclear agreement is so problematic, suitable response to future dangers is required, argues Amos Yadlin.

US President Barack Obama (L) and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Report: Iran stops cash flow to Islamic Jihad organization

The dispute between Iran and Palestinian Islamic Jihad erupted after the group refused to issue a statement supporting the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.

An Islamic Jihad militant attends an anti-Israel rally in Rafah.

Another tack: Salami slices some salami

Another prime salami slice was confidently and contemptuously chopped off by Salami. Was official America taken aback? Embarrassed? Heck no.

Brigadier General Hossein Salami: “They will not even be permitted to inspect the most normal military site in their dreams.”

Yemen rejects Iranian peace plan, calls it 'political maneuver' to dominate region

The Iranian plan calls for an immediate ceasefire and end of all foreign military attacks, humanitarian assistance, a resumption of broad national dialogue and "establishment of an inclusive national unity government."

PROTESTERS SHOUT slogans against the Shi’ite Muslim Houthi movement, in the southwestern city of Taiz.

Watch: Iran holds annual Army Day parade

The parade was held at the country's late leader Ayatollah Rouhollah Khomeini's mausoleum and was attended by President Hassan Rouhani as he reviewed the armed forces.

Iranian military parade showcasing missiles

Kremlin confirms: Oil for goods program underway

The Kremlin said Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree ending a self-imposed ban on delivering the S-300 missile system to Iran, removing a major irritant between the two.

Rohani Putin

US expands intelligence sharing with Saudis in Yemen operation

The US role has now expanded in size and scope, involving more detailed "vetting" of targeting information prepared by the Saudis, with a particular interest in helping the Saudis to avoid civilian casualties, according to the US officials.

Saudi airstrike in Sana'a

Report: US military prepared to help Iran in battle against ISIS

The United States and Iran are fighting a common enemy in ISIS, and for now the two may work together.

A pair of US Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles fly over northern Iraq after conducting airstrikes in Syria