Tag: International Relations
Iran Jails Hard-Line Lawmaker, Exposing Deep Rifts in Its Leadership
Hamid Rasaei, a vocal opponent of a diplomatic deal with the United States to end the war, was convicted of publishing false information with the intent to harm the Parliament speaker.
Oil Flows Are Up, but Iran Is Still Menacing the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has been launching drones and missiles at commercial ships in the waterway each week, though it has often failed to strike its targets, according to a Western security official.
UK Believes Iran Played a Part in RAF Fairford Air Base Incident, Burnham Says
The British prime minister, Andy Burnham, said there were “strong indications” Iran played a part in the events at R.A.F. Fairford on Sunday, without providing details why.
After Two Decades, U.S. Forces Leave Iraq to an Uncertain Future
Some Iraqis are celebrating the end of an American military presence that unleashed waves of bloodshed. Others fear what happens next for their country, trapped between Washington and Tehran.
Netanyahu Lashes Out at Foes in U.N. Speech, Including Mamdani
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel lashed out at a litany of enemies but took particular verbal aim at Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Iran’s President Accuses U.S., Israel of Lawless Attacks at U.N.
President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran accused the United States and Israel of lawless attacks at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on Wednesday.
Iran Will Not Be Bullied, President Masoud Pezeshkian Says in U.N. Speech
President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country would not give up its civilian nuclear program, but left the door opened for diplomacy with the United States.
Walkouts at the U.N. General Assembly Are Somewhat of a Tradition
As President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran delivered his speech, the lone U.S. diplomat sitting in the hall left.
Andy Burnham, U.K.’s New Prime Minister, Prepares for U.N. Spotlight
Andy Burnham appears likely to promote support for Ukraine and hold to tough lines on Israel and the war on Iran.
Iran Exposed How Vulnerable Our Bases Are
The Pentagon must revamp how it positions its troops and equipment amid the proliferation of low-cost drones and precision missiles.