As talks between Tehran and Washington are set to start in Geneva tomorrow, Iran is signalling openness to reaching a nuclear deal. However, it has also conducted major naval drills and, along with its regional allies, warned of devastating retaliation. The U.S., on the other hand, has also shown a willingness to pursue diplomacy while keeping its military options open. Is this the last chance for peace, or the final countdown to a regional war?


Khamenei Offers Peace Deal, While Iran Allies Threaten Hellfire

Iran has intensified arrests of reformist figures, activists, and filmmakers even as negotiations with the United States continue. Labeling protests as “riots,” Tehran blames Israel and Washington, while the Iranian president urges the U.S. to avoid excessive demands.


Iran's Government Brands Protests 'Riots', Blames Israel, US

Iran-US nuclear talks are back on track after intense lobbying by West Asia leaders and a venue shift to Oman. Iran’s demands on location and scope had earlier threatened to derail negotiations, raising stakes for regional and global security.


Iran-US Nuclear Talks Back on Track After Oman Move, West Asia Leaders Push White House 

The United States and Iran are preparing for diplomatic talks in Istanbul as officials from both sides explore ways to ease long-running tensions, particularly over Iran’s nuclear programme.


US, Iran Gear Up for Diplomatic Talks in Istanbul; Tehran Says US Armada Moving Away

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warnof a "regional war" if the United States attacked following heavy military deployments by Washington in the Gulf.
Supreme leader says Washington knows that conflict would spread, Iranians not afraid; in tit-for-tat, Tehran’s parliament designates European armies as terrorist organizations.


US vs Iran: Iran Warns of a Full Fledged War If Attacked 

Turkey has raised alarms over a potential mass influx of Iranian refugees if Tehran’s regime collapses. Ankara warns that such a scenario could strain resources, heighten border security concerns, and escalate regional tensions.


Ankara Warns of Iranian Refugee Influx, Migration Fears Drive Turkish Policy

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has emphasized the need to prevent Tehran from advancing its nuclear programme, warning that international efforts must be strengthened to avoid escalation.

BREAKING: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Says Need to Stop Tehran's Nuclear Programme

The United States has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and supporting warships to Middle Eastern waters amid tensions with Iran following its crackdown on anti-government demonstrations. Tensions between Washington and Tehran remain high following Iran's crackdown on protestors. 

US-Iran Tensions: Trump Boasts Big Armada Next To Iran

Iran has unveiled a provocative mural in Tehran’s Enghelab Square warning the United States not to launch a military strike, as U.S. warships head toward the region. The giant billboard, depicting a damaged U.S. aircraft carrier, features the slogan “If you sow the wind, you will reap the whirlwind” in both Persian and English — a clear symbolic warning from Iranian authorities.


US-Iran Tensions: Trump Sends 'Big Armada' Next To Iran, Tehran Warns Of 'Regret-Inducing Response'

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly gone into hiding in a fortified underground bunker in Tehran as tensions between the United States and Iran escalate. The move follows US President Donald Trump’s warning of deploying “big forces” near Iran amid fears of a possible military strike. Iranian authorities have not officially confirmed the report, but regional tensions continue to rise sharply.


US vs Iran: Khamenei Goes Into Hiding As Trump’s Strike Threat Looms 

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued a stark warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, saying any attack on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would trigger an “all-out war.” The warning comes as an Iranian official confirms the protest death toll has crossed 5,000 amid nationwide unrest.


Iran unrest: Pezeshkain warns Trump against attacking Ali Khamenei 

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 

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' 

Iran accused the United States of deliberately trying to manufacture a pretext for US military intervention in the nation. This comes after US President Donald Trump urged "Iranian patriots" to continue protesting, promising that “HELP IS ON ITS WAY” while threatening "strong action" over Tehran's violent crackdown on nationwide protests

Iran protests: Trump vows very strong action if Tehran hangs protesters 

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday urged Iranians to keep protesting and remember the names of those abusing them, saying help is on the way, as Iran's clerical establishment pressed its crackdown against the biggest demonstrations in years.
Iran in turn accused Trump of encouraging political destabilization and inciting violence.

Iran protests: Trump warns Iranian authorities - killing protesters will bring problems

More than 2,000 people have been killed during the violent crackdown by security forces on protests in Iran, a human rights group has said, as President Trump promised Iranians that help was "on its way".

Trump Says US Will 'Act Accordingly' on Reported Iran Killings 

Iran Protests: Hundreds of people are believed to have been killed in Iran as days of large protests threaten the future of the ruling regime. Thousands more have reportedly been arrested. US President Trump has also repeatedly threatened military action if security forces kill protesters.

Authorities have cracked down hard. A range of weapons, from water cannon to live ammunition, have been reportedly used against protesters to deadly effect. US-based rights group the Human Rights Activist News Agency (HRANA) reports nearly 500 protesters and 48 security personnel have been killed since protests began. Watch this report for more details!

Iran unrest: Trump says Iranian leaders have reached out for negotiations

Iran unrest: Iran protests death toll mounts as crackdown intensifies

Iran unrest: Over 600 killed, 'prepared for war but ready for negotiations'  

Iran unrest: White House says Trump keeping Iran air strikes on the table

Iran unrest: Iranian FM claims Mossad agent attempted to direct terrorist acts 

Iran unrest: Mossad urged Iran protests? 'armed operative seen among the protesters'

Verified Reuters CCTV captures black-clad figures demolishing Abuzar Mosque interior in Tehran on January 8, before it burned January 9 amid escalating protests. HRANA confirms 490 protesters, 48 security forces killed, 10,600+ arrested in two-week economic crisis uprising. Trump warns of intervention while Iran threatens US bases in response to the Islamic Republic's worst demonstrations since 2022.


Mosque Demolition CCTV Fuels Iran Protest Fury

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