Iran tension
Iran’s relations with the US and its allies in the Middle East have never been easy. Exchanges of accusations, wary statements, and an environment of mutual suspicion – all spiced up by US sanctions – have taken their toll on ties between the key regional players
- Israeli Navy ready to block Iranian oil exports in transit – Netanyahu
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is prepared to throw the power of its naval force – and urges the world to join in – to block the Iranian oil shipments circumventing unilaterally imposed US sanctions against Tehran.Mar 7, 2019 04:20World News - Iran midget submarine 'at work': WATCH sea launch of cruise missile during massive drillsAn Iranian midget submarine has successfully carried out a cruise missile launch during a naval drill in the nation’s southern waters. The maneuvers came as US aircraft carriers returned to the region after a long absence.Feb 24, 2019 15:10World News
- Iran remains in compliance with nuclear deal, despite US withdrawal & sanctions – watchdogDespite the unilateral US withdrawal from the nuclear agreement, its warmongering rhetoric and sanctions pressure, Tehran continues to honor all its obligations and remains compliant with the non-proliferation deal, the IAEA said.Feb 23, 2019 00:08World News
- Iran’s newest warship joins large-scale drills in Gulf of Oman (VIDEO)Iran’s newest Fateh submarine and Sahand destroyer have joined a massive three-day military exercise in the Gulf of Oman, codenamed ‘Velayat 97’.Feb 22, 2019 15:22World News
- Iranian bank cleared to start operations in India – ministerThe Indian government has granted permission to an Iranian bank to open a branch in the country. The move comes as Iranian and European leaders struggle to find a way to continue trading in the face of US sanctions.Jan 8, 2019 22:32Business News
- Iranian warships in US’ backyard? Tehran to deploy navy to western Atlantic – commanderIran will send warships to the western Atlantic Ocean starting in March, a move likely designed to counter US aircraft carriers stationed in the Persian Gulf.Jan 4, 2019 12:40World News
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