# Iran
Latest news and articles about Iran
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Under Fire in Tehran: Demonstrators Rally for Palestine Despite Airstrikes
Thousands marched in Tehran on 13 March to show solidarity with Palestine despite nearby airstrikes that local media say killed at least two people. The state framed the demonstration as a rejection of American and Israeli pressure while amplifying allegations of civilian casualties to consolidate domestic support and signal resilience regionally.
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Signals Escalation After IRGC Claims to Have Disabled US Carrier — A Region on Edge
Iran’s IRGC says it launched a major round of strikes, claiming the USS Abraham Lincoln was rendered combat‑ineffective, while the newly installed supreme leader, Mujtaba Khamenei, used a televised address to vow revenge, threaten closure of the Strait of Hormuz and press Gulf states to expel U.S. forces. The competing claims and muted U.S. confirmation point to a campaign that blends military action, psychological operations and proxy warfare, raising the risk of prolonged regional disruption and oil‑market shocks.
Beijing Urges Restraint as Gulf Drone Attacks Threaten Asian Oil Shipments
China expressed deep concern over rising Middle East tensions, condemning indiscriminate attacks on civilians and non-military targets and urging an immediate halt to military actions and a return to dialogue. The statement follows Saudi claims that dozens of Iranian drones targeted tankers bound for Asian markets, highlighting risks to energy supplies and global trade.
Israel Says It Has Conducted Over 1,100 Airstrikes on Lebanon as Troops Mass on Northern Border
Israel says it has carried out over 1,100 airstrikes in Lebanon and reinforced its northern border after renewed cross-border fighting. The scale of strikes and troop movements raises the risk of deeper confrontation with Hezbollah and wider regional spillover, with serious humanitarian and diplomatic consequences for Lebanon and its neighbors.
US Treasury Chief Says No Price Too High for Action Against Iran, Raising Fiscal and Strategic Alarms
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Sky News there is no monetary cost that would make him tell President Trump a war with Iran is unaffordable, while administration officials told Congress the first six days of such a conflict could cost at least $11.3 billion. The comment signals a willingness to prioritise strategic aims over fiscal caution, raising questions about Congressional funding, market fallout and regional escalation risks.
Turkish Vessel Transits Strait of Hormuz After Tehran's Approval — A Small Move with Wider Geopolitical Ripples
A Turkish commercial ship transited the Strait of Hormuz after receiving approval from Iranian authorities. While operationally routine, the clearance highlights Tehran's control over maritime activity in a strategically vital chokepoint and serves as a measured diplomatic signal toward Ankara.
Iran Intensifies Missile Posture in 46th 'True Promise‑4' Operation, Deploying Heavy and Super‑Heavy Rockets
Iran has carried out the 46th round of its “True Promise‑4” military operation, deploying heavy and super‑heavy missiles in exercises that emphasize longer‑range strike capabilities. The manoeuvre is part of a sustained effort to professionalize and publicize Iran’s missile forces, with implications for regional deterrence and security calculations.
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Vows Revenge and Threatens Renewed Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
Mujtaba Khamenei’s first statement as Iran’s supreme leader vows revenge for his predecessor’s killing, renews the threat to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, and urges neighbouring states to close US military bases. The mix of maritime threats, strikes on foreign bases, and economic reprisals raises the probability of regional escalation and immediate disruptions to global energy markets.
U.S. KC-135 Tanker Crashes in Western Iraq; CENTCOM Rules Out Combat or Friendly Fire
A U.S. KC-135 aerial refuelling tanker crashed in western Iraq on 12 March; CENTCOM said the loss was not caused by enemy fire or friendly fire and that rescue efforts continue. The incident complicates U.S. air operations in a tense region and will require a technical investigation to rule out mechanical failure, human error or mishap during refuelling.
IRGC Claims Missile-and-Drone Strike on U.S. Fifth Fleet Base in Bahrain, Raising Stakes in the Gulf
The IRGC says it carried out a two-wave missile and drone attack on the U.S. Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain, claiming precision hits on anti-drone systems, unmanned surface vessel facilities, logistics and fuel stores. The strike, which has not been independently verified, signals Tehran’s use of asymmetric tools to challenge U.S. naval dominance in the Gulf and raises the risk of broader regional escalation.
Pentagon’s Early Tab Tops $11.3bn as Mideast Campaign Slips Toward a Costly Quagmire
U.S. military operations against Iran have cost more than $11.3 billion in the first six days, with munitions expenditure of about $5.6 billion in the opening 48 hours. The Pentagon’s tally omits pre-deployment and sustainment costs, meaning the full financial and strategic burden is likely to rise and weigh on U.S. politics and the defense industrial base.
U.S. Moves THAAD Interceptors from South Korea to Middle East, Raising Alliance and Deterrence Questions
The U.S. has begun transferring THAAD interceptors from South Korea to the Middle East, moving up to 48 missiles from Seongju to Osan for onward transport. Seoul objects but accepts limited leverage, while the redeployment highlights logistical limits in U.S. missile-defence inventories and raises questions about regional deterrence and alliance reassurance.