Dire conditions in Venezuela prompted an exodus. In the wake of the attack that ousted its top leader, the question is whether things have changed enough to make a return appealing.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The sacred flag of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) was sent to the historic Blue Mosque in Yerevan during a ceremony held as part of the “Under the Shadow of the Sun” program marking the Ten-Day Karamat celebrations.
US Secretary Rubio and Qatari PM discuss Iran mediation in Miami US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Miami on Saturday evening to discuss regional developments and mediation efforts related to the war on Iran. According to Al Thani, the talks focused in part on Pakistani-led efforts to help de-escalate the conflict. US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott thanked Qatar for its role as a key intermediary for Washington, particularly as the US awaits Tehran’s response to a proposed peace initiative.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani said his forces have deployed homegrown light submarines, known as “dolphins of the Persian Gulf”, in the Strait of Hormuz to confront hostile naval vessels.
Israeli air strikes kill two Palestinians in Khan Younis Israeli air strikes targeted a police vehicle in the al-Amal neighbourhood of Khan Younis in southern Gaza on Sunday, killing two people and wounding several others. According to local reports, those killed were Wissam Fayez Abdel-Hadi, head of investigations in Khan Younis police department, and his aide, Fadi Abdel-Moati Heikal. The attack marks another Israeli ceasefire violation.
Two Tehrans: The parallel lives of a city Submitted by MEE correspondent on Thu, 05/07/2026 - 14:38 Power on display, uneven hardship, and divergent perceptions of life in post-war Iran An Iranian couple walks along a busy street in Tehran on 25 April 2026 (AFP) Off On a recent evening on a central street in Tehran, a street vendor knelt beside a set of clothing spread across the pavement, arranging small household items under the glare of passing headlights and honking cars. He murmured quietly, more in complaint than conversation: “Look, this is our life now. ” Foot traffic moved unevenly around him, some slowing to look, others stepping past without pause.
* Reports said Washington and Tehran were closing in on a one-page agreement aimed at ending their war. This week, the two sides engaged in their first deadly military clash over the Strait of Hormuz since reaching a ceasefire in early April.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Head of Iran’s Interests Section in Cairo said Iran has no objection to Egypt’s military presence in the Persian Gulf as long as it does not serve the interests of the Zionist regime.
Prices for some medicines in Iran have surged by as much as 400% and pharmacies are struggling to supply critical drugs to patients, a pharmacists’ association official said on Sunday.
New posts 09:41 Angry Words, But No Response Yet From Iran On US Peace Proposal The war in Iran and the wider Middle East appeared to be in a holding pattern late as Washington awaited Iran's response to its latest peace proposal, while Tehran, which has not yet offered a formal reply, maintained its belligerent stance toward the United States.
New posts 12:35 Qatar Confirms Report Of Drone Attatck On Cargo Vessel Qatar confirmed reports of a drone attack on a cargo vessel off its coast that caused a fire early on May 10. The cargo vessel, traveling from Abu Dhabi, was attacked in Qatari waters northeast of Mesaieed port. The fire was contained, and no injuries were reported.
New posts 12:35 Qatar Confirms Report Of Drone Attack On Cargo Vessel Qatar confirmed reports of a drone attack on a cargo vessel off its coast that caused a fire early on May 10. The cargo vessel, traveling from Abu Dhabi, was attacked in Qatari waters northeast of Mesaieed port. The fire was contained, and no injuries were reported.
New posts 17:50 Trump Says US Still Has Potential Targets In Iran US President Donald Trump said that American military operations against Iran may not be over, suggesting the United States could still target additional sites if necessary. In an interview with journalist Sharyl Attkisson broadcast on May 10, Trump was asked whether combat operations involving Iran had concluded.
New posts Featured entry 22:22 Trump Rejects Iran's Response To Peace Deal As 'Totally Unacceptable' US President Donald Trump wrote on social media on May 10 that Tehran's response to the latest US peace proposal was "totally unacceptable," without saying in the terse statement what his next steps might be. "I have just read the response from Irans so-called Representatives.
New posts 22:40 Imprisoned Iranian Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Transferred To Tehran Hospital Jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been transferred to a hospital in Tehran, her foundation said on May 10, amid reports that she is "on the brink of death" due to harsh prison conditions.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than half of American voters disapprove of Donald Trump’s handling of inflation and the economy, according to a new poll that suggests his tariff policies and the war against Iran are weighing on Republican prospects ahead of the US midterm elections.
Report: Iranian speedboat network poses challenge to US Navy operations The Financial Times has reported the growing role of Iran’s so-called “mosquito fleet”, a network of fast attack boats operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that has become a central part of Tehran’s strategy in confronting the United States in the Gulf. According to the report, the small vessels are designed to rapidly pressure commercial shipping and naval forces in and around the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy corridor. The newspaper reported that hundreds of Iranian speedboats are concealed in caves, tunnels and coastal inlets along Iran’s southern coastline, ready for quick deployment towards the Strait of Hormuz.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy issued a warning to Iran’s enemies, cautioning against any aggression targeting the country’s oil tankers and commercial ships.
Saudi Aramco reports soaring profits amid global energy turmoil Saudi Aramco reported a net profit of 120. 13 billion Saudi riyals ($32. 5bn) for the first quarter of 2026, marking a 25.
Morning update Good morning Middle East Eye readers, The fragile ceasefire between Iran and the US is still holding, but tensions remain dangerously high across the region. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has warned Washington against interfering with Iranian commercial shipping, while Israeli attacks across Lebanon continue to kill civilians and fuel fears of wider escalation. At the same time, diplomatic activity is intensifying, with mediation efforts, ceasefire discussions and new proposals aimed at preventing another major regional flare-up.
