In Iran, the U.S. Appears Headed for a Strategic Defeat, Allies Fear
With none of President Trump’s aims accomplished and the Strait of Hormuz closed, U. S. allies see dysfunction and vulnerability from the war.
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GCC condemns Iranian attacks in Kuwait
GCC condemns Iranian attacks in Kuwait The secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, has criticised Iran, accusing it of attacking civilian facilities in Kuwait. Albudaiwi said Iran targeted a government facility and vehicles belonging to a private company. He argued that these attacks represent "a continuation of its hostile approach to destabilising security and stability in the region".
Eight More Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attacks on Gaza As Death Toll Reaches 73,349
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Eight Palestinians were killed and 76 others wounded in the Israeli regime’s attacks across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, Gaza’s Health Ministry said on Saturday, bringing the overall Palestinian death toll since October 2023 to 73,349.
Iraqi Envoy Predicts 4 Million Iranian Arbaeen Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iraq’s new ambassador to Iran estimated that around four million Iranian pilgrims will have attended this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage by its conclusion on August 4, hailing the annual event as the greatest manifestation of solidarity between the Iranian and Iraqi nations.
Spanish minister clashes with Israeli diplomat over migrants entering Ceuta
Spanish minister clashes with Israeli diplomat over migrants entering Ceuta Submitted by Imran Mulla on Sat, 08/01/2026 - 12:40 Some 60,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco this week, including around 8,000 children A Spanish soldier escorts a group of migrants on their way back towards the Moroccan border, following their illegal crossing into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, on 1 August 2026 (AFP) Off A Spanish minister has suggested Israel was stirring problems over 60,000 migrants crossing from Morocco into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta. Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, posted on X on Friday: "Spain, which never misses an opportunity to lecture Israel, has declared a state of emergency in Ceuta following the crisis over its immigration policy. "Maybe before it continues lecturing us, it's time it explained to the world why it still maintains colonial enclaves in Africa," he added.
"Unacceptable": Araghchi issues stern warning to UK over military base access to US
Tehran [Iran], August 1 (ANI): Iran has warned the UK against allowing the United States to use British military bases for attacks against Iran, stating that it constitutes an act of aggression that entitles Tehran to resort to 'self-defence. ' According to Press TV, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi made the remarks during a telephone conversation with his British counterpart Ed Miliband on Friday.
Iranian resident Sardar Lajpal Singh Anand expresses gratitude to PM Modi for safe return to India
New Delhi [India], August 1 (ANI): Sardar Lajpal Singh Anand, a lifelong resident of Iran, has expressed profound gratitude to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National Spokesperson Jaiveer Shergill for facilitating the safe evacuation and return of the Sikh Sangat to India amid the ongoing regional crisis.
Israeli forces kill one and destroy two hospital warehouses in Gaza strike
Israeli forces kill one and destroy two hospital warehouses in Gaza strike Gaza's health ministry has condemned the destruction of two medicine warehouses belonging to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital by Israeli forces in Deir al-Balah on Saturday morning. "The destructive force of the missiles used resulted in the complete destruction of two out of four warehouses at the targeted site, in addition to causing severe and extensive damage to two other warehouses," the ministry said. It added that the attack also damaged the hospital's outpatient clinic facility and had meant the loss of "vital quantities of medical supplies and consumables".
Nearly 3 Million Arbaeen Pilgrims Cross Iran’s Borders
MEHRAN (Tasnim) - Nearly 3 million Arbaeen pilgrims have departed Iran through the country’s border crossings since the beginning of the month of Safar, while the Mehran border crossing is approaching the milestone of 2 million pilgrim crossings ahead of Arbaeen, Iranian authorities said.
'We cried instead of celebrating': War and loss shadow Gaza's top students
'We cried instead of celebrating': War and loss shadow Gaza's top students Submitted by Ahmed Dremly on Sat, 08/01/2026 - 05:44 Some topped Palestine. Others were killed before their results were announced Palestinian high school student Saba Rabah stands reflected through a broken mirror on a wall in al-Maghazi camp for Palestinian refugees in the central Gaza Strip, on 26 July 2026 (Eyad Baba/AFP) Off For most students, the General Secondary Education Certificate, known as Tawjihi in Palestine , marks the end of school and the start of a new chapter. It is usually a time of celebration, relief and hope for the future.
Arbaeen Pilgrims Cross Khosravi Border into Iraq
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands of Iranian pilgrims are crossing the Khosravi border crossing, the oldest gateway between Iran and Iraq, as the Arbaeen pilgrimage approaches its culmination, with traffic flowing smoothly despite the sharp increase in travelers.
GCC Secretary-General condemns Iranian attacks on civilian facilities in Kuwait
RIYADH, 1st August, 2026 (WAM) -- Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), strongly condemned and denounced the Iranian attacks targeting a government facility and civilian vehicles belonging to a private company on Boubyan Island in Kuwait.
Iran executes 20-year-old protester as fears grow for other detainees
Iranian authorities executed 20-year-old protester Arvin Kheirkhah at Shahroud prison on Saturday morning, according to information obtained by Iran International, amid concerns that several other detainees could also face execution.
Israeli Regime Intensifies Attacks on Southern Lebanon
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Israeli occupation regime intensified its military aggression deep inside southern Lebanon on Friday evening, carrying out a series of powerful explosions near the town of Taybeh in the Marjayoun district.
Israeli Drones Conduct Extensive Flight Missions over Western Syria's Daraa
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Israeli drones carried out extensive flight missions over the skies of towns and villages in the Yarmouk Basin area in western Daraa province, local Syrian sources reported, as Israeli regime’s military activity continues across parts of southern Syria.
FM Highlights Media’s Role in Countering Anti-Iran Plots
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi underscored the crucial role of the media in thwarting hostile plots and presenting the true narrative of Iran’s defense against US-Israeli aggression, describing the media arena as an integral part of the imposed war.
Kuwait Says It Downed Iranian Drones as Mideast Braces for Possible Escalation
The wave of strikes came as President Trump threatened to intensify the U. S. campaign against Iran, with both sides showing little sign of backing down.
Fire Breaks Out at Refinery in Iraq’s Erbil
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A fire broke out at a refinery in Erbil, the capital of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, with footage circulating on social media showing flames and smoke rising from the site, according to local news reports.
Palestinian Child Wounded by Israeli Gunfire during West Bank Raid
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A Palestinian child was wounded by Israeli regime’s army gunfire late Friday during a military raid south of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, as Israeli forces carried out incursions in several towns across the southern part of the territory.
Israeli drone attack kills two Palestinians in Gaza
Israeli drone attack kills two Palestinians in Gaza An Israeli drone attack has killed two Palestinians in Gaza's Sheikh Radwan area, according to the Wafa news agency, which cited al-Shifa Hospital. Seven Palestinians have been killed by Israeli attacks across Gaza over the past 48 hours, the health ministry has said.
