Tag: Iran

Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - 10:33 UTC
Latin American countries evacuate diplomatic missions in Tehran

Most Latin American countries have evacuated their diplomatic missions in Tehran as the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates to unprecedented levels, with some Western analysts even fearing possible use of nuclear weaponry.
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Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - 09:14 UTC
Trump cuts G7 Summit short due to Middle East war

US President Donald Trump abruptly left the G7 summit in Kananaskis (Alberta), Canada, to return to Washington, DC, to address the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. “I have to be back early for obvious reasons. They understand. This is big stuff,” Trump explained after dinner.
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Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - 08:53 UTC
Israel's Ambassador to Uruguay discusses Iran with Montevideo press

Israeli Ambassador to Montevideo Michal Hershkovitz discussed her country's conflict with Iran and insisted that the ongoing military operation sought to counter Tehran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, which she claims threaten Israel's existence.
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Saturday, June 14th 2025 - 10:20 UTC
Iran hits Tel Aviv with ballistic missiles

Following Israel's bombing in the wee hours of Friday which damaged strategic military facilities and equipment in addition to killing top rank officers and over 70 people in total, Iran retaliated early Saturday with a barrage of ballistic missiles hitting Tel Aviv, leading to at least two casualties and dozens of people injured.
Friday, June 13th 2025 - 10:34 UTC
Israel hits Iranian targets massively – retaliation expected

Israel launched preemptive airstrikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities -including the Natanz uranium enrichment facility, ballistic missile sites, and military commanders to keep the enemy from further developing nuclear weapons.
Thursday, June 12th 2025 - 10:27 UTC
US removes non-essential staff from diplomatic missions in Middle East

Washington has authorized the partial evacuation of non-essential diplomats and military personnel from its Middle East facilities, including the embassy in Baghdad and bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, and the UAE, due to heightened security risks stemming from a potential Israeli attack on Iran's nuclear facilities, it was reported Wednesday.
Monday, April 7th 2025 - 10:45 UTC
Iran sacks VP over luxurious Patagonian cruise ship trip

Iranian President Masud Pezeshkian Saturday sacked Vice President Shahram Dabiri after a photo surfaced on Instagram of the latter and his wife on a luxurious trip to Antarctica aboard the cruise ship Plancius. An eight-day trip on that ship can cost around US$ 4,000 per person, it was reported.
Monday, November 4th 2024 - 22:30 UTC
Venezuela and Iran sign deal for optic fiber plant

Venezuelan and Iranian authorities announced this weekend the signing of an agreement to build a fiber optic factory in the South American country, more specifically in La Guaira, a State just 30 kilometers north of Caracas and home to the country's gateway Simón Bolívar Airport.
Saturday, October 26th 2024 - 10:51 UTC
Israel launches mass air raids against Iran

Israel finally launched an attack against Iran hitting strategic missile-building capabilities and other key points, it was reported in the early hours of Saturday. Five explosions were heard across Tehran and the nearby city of Karaj. US and Israeli sources said three waves of airstrikes were launched in what was dubbed Operation Days of Repentance. Over 100 planes were involved in the 2000 k.m. attack, including the cutting-edge F-35.
Tuesday, August 27th 2024 - 08:47 UTC
Foreign Ministers of Iran and Venezuela ratify partnership

The Foreign Ministers of Venezuela, Yván Gil, and Iran, Abbas Araghchi, held a telephone conversation during which their countries' willingness to expand bilateral cooperation.