TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council warned that any renewed aggression by the “Zionist-American coalition” would turn the region into “hell” for its perpetrators, emphasizing that decades of resistance have reshaped global security dynamics.
Pakistan’s Sharif warns of 'unbearable consequences' amid escalation Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called “all sides to exercise restraint and give peace a little more chance” following the recent escalation between Israel and Iran. “The recent surge in violence in the Middle East is a stark reminder of the dangers associated with a tenuous ceasefire and the unbearable consequences it may lead to,” Sharif said in a statement on X. “Let us continue to remain on the path of peace and diplomacy which have bright prospects of success instead of violence and destruction,” he added.
Tel Aviv [Israel], June 8 (ANI): As hostilities between Iran and Israel intensify, Adi Schwartz, Director of Research at the Misgav Institute, on Monday issued a stark warning regarding Iran's role in West Asia, describing the nation as a primary source of volatility and a persistent threat to global security.
Iran's decision to risk jeopardising peace talks may reflect how its leaders view their current position, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.
Chokehold on shipping route draws Houthis in Yemen back into conflict as commenters see ‘no turning back’ Middle East crisis – live updates Iran’s reversion to large-scale military exchanges with Israel broadened the conflict that began in February not only by making the Israeli attacks on Hezbollah a direct casus belli for Iran for the first time, but also by drawing the Houthis in Yemen back into the conflict with as yet incalculable consequences. Some in Tehran, buoyed up by past perceived military success and emboldened by the chokehold of the strait of Hormuz, would like to turn this moment into the point of no return in the conflagration with Israel. A minority would welcome the abandonment of ceasefire talks with the US, an outcome for which they have been agitating for weeks.
Iranian strikes surprise Israel and raise concern of strategic setback Submitted by Nadav Rapaport on Mon, 06/08/2026 - 14:01 Politicians and analysts respond to renewed hostilities with calls for strong action and concerns over American influence Hospital staff move a baby in an incubator to an underground facility for safety in Tel Aviv on 8 June 2026, after sirens sounded following Iranian attacks (Ilia Yefimovich/AFP) Off The escalation between Iran and Israel has sparked mixed reactions from politicians and journalists across Israel. Some have criticised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies while advocating for further military action against Iran, whereas others condemn the renewed hostilities, warning of potential consequences. Sunday night’s Iranian attack caught many in Israel by surprise.
How Syria’s captagon trade shifted to Sweida after Assad’s fall Submitted by Reem Aouir on Thu, 06/04/2026 - 12:50 Once a key smuggling corridor, Sweida has emerged as the drug's new hub in Syria, fuelled by weak state control and ongoing Israeli support for local armed factions A member of the Syrian security forces empties a sack of captagon into a ditch to burn them in a field near the Fourth Division's Security Bureau on the outskirts of Damascus on 19 January 2025 (Bakr al-Kasem/AFP) Off As Syria's new authorities dismantle the remnants of Bashar al-Assad's captagon empire, attention is increasingly turning to the southern province of Sweida. Once primarily a transit route for narcotics destined for Jordan and the Gulf, local investigations and regional security data suggest the province has evolved into one of the country's most important centres for drug trafficking since Assad's fall in December 2024. For years under the former authorities, the multi-billion-dollar industry of the cheaply produced and addictive amphetamine operated as a de facto source of state wealth.
Israel army intercepts three projectiles from Lebanon Israel's military intercepted three projectiles fired from Lebanon with the military saying the munitions had targeted Israeli forces in Lebanon’s south, AFP reported. “Some of the projectiles were intercepted prior to crossing into Israeli territory, and an additional projectile fell near [Israeli] soldiers. No injuries were reported,” the military said.
New Delhi [India], June 8, (ANI): Global crude oil prices rose more than 4 per cent after Israel and Iran exchanged strikes, threatening a fragile ceasefire even as Trump signalled that a peace deal isn't far away. The renewed conflict raised fears of a prolonged closure of the critical Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures rose $4.
Iran halts attacks after 'painful response' against Israel Iran's military command announced earlier today that it was halting its operation against Israel after the two sides exchanged fire for the first time since a truce took effect in April. Iran had delivered a "painful response" to Israel and "accordingly, the cessation of armed forces operations is hereby announced", the Khatam al-Anbiya command said in a statement carried by state television. "However, it is emphasised that should acts of aggression and hostility continue, including in southern Lebanon, much more severe and crushing measures than before will follow," it added.
Iraq reopens airspace after Iran ends operation against Israel Iraq has reopened its airspace, the country's civil aviation body said on Monday, after Iran announced it was halting attacks on Israel. The Civil Aviation Authority was reopening "Iraqi airspace to flights to and from all airports" and will continue to "monitor and assess the regional situation", it said in a statement. It had announced a 72-hour closure of its airspace on Sunday evening after Iranian missile strikes on Israel, the first since a ceasefire began on 8 April.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A 16-hour military clash between Iran and the Zionist regime marked another setback for Israel and a further demonstration of the unity of the Resistance front, with Iran warning that any renewed aggression would be met with a stronger response.
Israel halts strikes on Iran at Trump's request, says report Israel has halted strikes on Iran at the request of US President Donald Trump, a senior Israeli official was cited as saying by Israel's Channel 12. The official added that if Hezbollah attacked Israeli towns, Israel would attack the southern suburbs of Beirut. The Channel 12 report, citing the senior Israeli official, also said that Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon would continue at full strength in the coming days.
Tel Aviv [Israel], June 8 (ANI): Amid a sharp and rapid deterioration of the security situation in West Asia, the Indian Embassy in Israel on Monday issued an advisory for Indian nationals residing in the country, urging them to exercise 'utmost caution' and remain vigilant in view of the prevailing security situation in the region.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s caretaker defense minister said the country will continue providing full support to the Armed Forces and will not retreat from defending national security and interests until the “aggressor is punished.
For Tehran, retaliating for strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon shows that it will stand by its regional allies and block attempts to shift the regional balance of power.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters announced the cessation of military operations against the Zionist regime, while warning that any further acts of aggression would trigger a much harsher response.
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): After tensions heightened in West Asia and the Gulf region, India on Monday reiterated the call for immediate de-escalation of conflict and urged a diplomatic solution as the way forward for peace and stability to be restored in the region.
Trump says Israel and Iran want ‘immediate ceasefire’ US President Donald Trump said on Monday that both Israel and Iran were seeking an immediate ceasefire, as renewed exchanges between the two countries threatened to unravel a fragile truce. “Both sides, Israel and Iran, are looking to do an immediate CEASEFIRE! ” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesman for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters said that significant blows have been dealt to major targets in the occupied territories, stressing Iran’s continued readiness and strong response capabilities.
