South Africa hosts naval drills amid US concerns with China, Russia and Iran
Washington flags ANC's growing alignment with the US enemies while monitoring the drills.


Washington Flags ANC's Growing Alignment With US Enemies

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday blamed President Donald Trump for weeks of protests after rights groups said a violent crackdown by security forces had claimed thousands of lives.  

Over 3,090 Killed in Crackdown, Iran Blames Trump & Mossad for Casualties

President Donald Trump thanked Iran on January 16, 2026, for halting the executions of over 800 protesters, crediting U.S. pressure after warnings of "very strong action" amid a deadly crackdown.


U.S.-Iran: Trump Thanks Iran for Halting 800 Hangings

President Vladimir Putin held phone calls on January 16, 2026, with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, offering Moscow's mediation to de-escalate tensions amid Iran's protest crackdown and U.S. threats.


Iran Unrest: Putin Offers Mediation in Iran-Israel Tensions 

 U.S. President trump has announced a 25 percent tariff on any country trading with Iran. India is closely tracking developments in Iran, not just as a regional crisis, but as a strategic test with direct implications for its connectivity and foreign policy.


Instability in Iran Raises Long-term Questions for India 

Rights groups report over 3,000 killed since late December 2025, with HRANA confirming 3,428 protester deaths amid mass arrests and internet blackouts during the regime's violent suppression. World leaders and diaspora rallies demand justice and sanctions as Tehran faces mounting diplomatic isolation.


World Demands Justice After 3,000+ Iran Protest Deaths

President Donald Trump thanked Iran on January 16, 2026, for halting executions of around 800 protesters amid a deadly crackdown, following his warnings against mass hangings. HRANA reports 3,090 killed since protests erupted, with the regime signaling fast trials despite global outcry.



Iran Unrest: Iran Pauses Hangings After Trump's Warning

Tensions in West Asia are rising as the U.S. moves its military arsenal closer to the region, even as protests in Iran show signs of slowing. Questions swirl over whether former President Donald Trump could take military action against Iran. The region remains on edge, with global security concerns growing amid uncertainty over political and military decisions that could reshape the Middle East.

U.S. Moves War Arsenal Near West Asia: Protests in Iran Slows

Sanctions and chronic mismanagement have driven Iran's economy to collapse, fueling nationwide protests as citizens face hyperinflation, food shortages, and mass unemployment.


Iran Unrest: Sanctions & Mismanagement Push Iranians to the Edge 

Iran maintains restraint with its formidable missile arsenal and military might despite peak readiness, as the U.S. deploys a nuclear-powered warship to the Middle East signaling heightened deterrence.


Iran Holds Firepower: U.S. Nuclear Warship Sails to Mideast

Russian President Vladimir Putin is offering mediation between Iran and Israel amid deadly nationwide protests in Iran, following phone calls with leaders from both nations.


Breaking: Russian President Vladimir Putin Offers Mediation Amid Escalating Protests in Iran 

U.S. Envoy to the UN states all options remain on the table amid escalating tensions with Iran, as protests see a death toll exceeding 2,600 according to rights groups.


Iran UNSC Meet: U.S. UN Envoy: All Options on Table for Iran Crisis 

Iran initiated a near-total internet blackout in response to anti-government protests that first began in December and have since rapidly grown nationwide, becoming the biggest threat to the Islamic Republic in years. Within a half-hour of the digital shutdown, internet traffic plummeted by 90 percent. In the following days, internet connectivity has since been close to zero percent. 

Iran Faces One of the Longest Internet Blackouts; Over 92 Million Without Internet |

The United States stands by the “brave people of Iran,” and President Donald Trump "has made it clear all options are on the table to stop the slaughter," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz told the U.N. Security Council on Thursday.


Iran UNSC Meeting | US Envoy to UN: All Options on Table

The 1988 downing of Iran Air Flight 655 by the USS Vincennes killed 290 civilians. The US called it an error, while Iran saw it as an attack. The tragedy permanently scarred US-Iran relations.


The 1988 downing of Iran Air Flight 655 by the USS Vincennes killed 290 civilians. The US called it an error, while Iran saw it as an attack. The tragedy permanently scarred US-Iran relations.

‘290 lives lost’: How a 1988 US naval error changed US and Iran relations forever

In 2026, global stability is threatened by escalating conflicts from the Middle East to the Sahel. Israel continues strikes in Syria and Gaza, while Sudan faces a deepening displacement crisis. Tensions in Iran, Yemen and the Taiwan Strait add to the volatile outlook for the year ahead.

In 2026, global stability is threatened by escalating conflicts from the Middle East to the Sahel. Israel continues strikes in Syria and Gaza, while Sudan faces a deepening displacement crisis. Tensions in Iran, Yemen and the Taiwan Strait add to the volatile outlook for the year ahead.

'From Iran to Syria': 7 Conflicts to watch in 2026

Tensions between the United States and Iran have further escalated over reports that an Iranian protester was facing execution. Those reports prompted strong warnings from Washington and speculation about possible military action. Meanwhile, Iran has rejected those claims, citing that no death sentence was issued. Amid the claims and counterclaims, a poll in US says that the majority of Americans are unhappy with Trump's foreign interventions.


Trump Trapped in Doubt as West Asia Waits for Iran Explosion 

President Trump announced on January 15, 2026, that Iran has ceased killing protesters and canceled planned executions, prompting him to hold off on further military action for now. Trump cited intelligence from "very important sources" confirming the halt in violence after his warnings, while keeping future responses under review amid over 2,500 reported protest deaths. 


Donald Trump Tones Down on Iran, Claims Tehran Has Stopped Killing Protesters

President Trump signaled restraint toward Iran on January 15, 2026, stating he would hold off on further military action after reports of halted protest killings. Trump cited intelligence confirming Iran canceled executions and ceased protester deaths, crediting his prior warnings while keeping options open for monitoring compliance. This follows a 5.5-hour airspace closure and internet blackout, now lifted as Tehran claims normalization.

 U.S. President Trump Indicates He Will Hold Off Another Attack on Iran 

Iran's Ambassador to India, Dr. Mohammad Fathali, stated on January 15, 2026, that the situation in Iran has normalized following recent unrest.



'We Had Recognised The Peaceful Protests' : Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Fathali

Iran's envoy to Pakistan claims Trump will not attack Iran. This claim comes after Trump's social media warning post. Watch this report for more details!


Breaking: Iran's envoy to Pakistan claims Trump will not attack Iran

India coordinates student evacuation from Iran amid escalating unrest, with parents pressing the Centre for urgent action. 


Breaking: India Plans Iran Student Pullout: Parents Demand Urgent Rescue

President Trump stated on January 15, 2026, that reliable sources informed him Iran has stopped killing protesters and canceled planned executions, easing immediate crisis fears after over 2,500 reported deaths in 17 days of unrest. Iran's Foreign Minister claimed no hangings are scheduled and the situation remains under control, following a 5.5-hour airspace closure through NOTAM that has since reopened.


U.S.-Iran Standoff Eases? Tehran Shuts Airspace as Trump Holds Strike Option

Iran's Ambassador to India, Dr. Mohammad Fathali, has said that the people of his country won't"allow foreign interference" and normalcyis returning after the recent protests. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, Ambassador Fathali stated that "at present, the situation in the country is under control, and in many cities we are witnessing a return to calm and stability." He explained how "millions of Iranians took to the streets across the country to express their support for the Islamic Republic, demonstrating", he said that it "clearly" shows that despite "existing challenges and economic pressures, they will never allow foreign interference in their internal affairs."


'Situation in Iran under control, Indian students safe': Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Fathali 

U.S. President Donald Trump said he had been told that the killing of protesters in Iran’s ongoing unrest has stopped and that there are no current plans for executions, remarks aimed at easing fears of further escalation. Trump spoke from the White House, citing “good authority” for the report, but left open the possibility of continued monitoring and response. Iranian officials have also publicly denied plans to carry out hangings amid the crackdown, even as human rights groups report thousands of deaths during protests that began in late December 2025.


Iran unrest: Execution of Iranian protester postponed, 'there's calm, we are in full control' 

The US can strike Iranian targets from 1,600 km away using JASSM-XR and Tomahawk missiles. This standoff strategy keeps pilots safe from S-300 air defences while hitting hardened sites with 450 kg warheads. B-1B bombers and naval vessels provide the heavy firepower needed.

The US can strike Iranian targets from 1,600 km away using JASSM-XR and Tomahawk missiles. This standoff strategy keeps pilots safe from S-300 air defences while hitting hardened sites with 450 kg warheads. B-1B bombers and naval vessels provide the heavy firepower needed.

Without crossing borders: How the US can hit Iranian targets using 1,500-km standoff weapons

U.S. President Donald Trump said he had been told that the killing of protesters in Iran’s nationwide unrest is stopping, offering a possible sign of de-escalation in a crisis that has drawn international concern. Iran’s foreign minister has publicly rejected plans to hang protesters, saying executions remain “out of the question” and that the government is in control. The comments come amid ongoing demonstrations and a broader geopolitical standoff that has heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington.

Iran-US Tensions: Trump: Iran Has Stopped Killing Protesters And Tehran Says No Hangings Planned

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says there will not be any “hanging today or tomorrow,” despite earlier vows from Tehran to fast-track trials for protesters.

Iran FM Abbas Araghchi Says No Plan of Hanging Protesters

Iran has issued a sharp warning to the United States, saying it will target US military bases across the region if it comes under attack. The statement comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, with fears of military escalation growing across the Middle East. Iranian officials say any strike on their territory would trigger a wide regional response, raising concerns about the risk of a broader conflict.


Iran-USA Tension: Iran Issues Warning To US Says American Bases Will Be Targeted If Attacked

Global oil prices are swinging sharply as geopolitical tensions flare across key crude-producing regions, fuelling fears of a fresh oil price shock. Analysts warn the volatility could push up inflation, rattle financial markets and limit the scope for interest rate cuts, adding new pressure to the global economy.


Oil Shock Fears Grip Global Markets as Geopolitical Tensions Rise 

US President Donald Trump has said the killing of Iranian protesters has stopped. The president also said the Iranians have made no plans to conduct executions. Trump's comments come as pressure continues to mount on Iran's authoritarian regime from its citizens. Reports have emerged suggesting that the US may strike Iran as it removes some personnel from the region. Reuters has reported "signals" of a US attack are clear amid threats that Trump will intervene. Reports out of Iran claim over 2,000 protesters were killed during the demonstrations.

US President Holds Off on Another Attack Amid Rising Tensions

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