Tehran has been making headlines due to escalating tensions with Israel and the United States. Recent events include a missile and drone attack by Iran, prompting threats of retaliation from Israel and the US. The situation has raised concerns about the potential for a broader conflict in the Middle East. Additionally, there have been reports of disruptions to commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf attributed to Iran and its proxy groups.
Tehran, the capital of Iran, is a bustling metropolis with a population of around 8.7 million in the city and 15 million in the Greater Tehran area. It is the political, economic, and cultural center of Iran. Tehran is known for its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and diverse population. The city is also home to many important government institutions, including the Iranian parliament and various ministries. Despite its modern infrastructure and bustling streets, Tehran has been at the center of geopolitical tensions in recent years, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear program and its regional ambitions.
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Rafael Grossi says of Tehran’s potential plans, 'We are moving closer to a situation where there is a big huge question mark about what they are doing and why they are doing it'
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Rafael Grossi says there is a 'slowdown' in implementation of deal between his nuclear watchdog and the Islamic Republic
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Iran is willing to "expend every Arab life" in its efforts to end Western influence in the Middle East and destroy Israel, a former US national security adviser has said.
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Head of International Atomic Energy Agency stresses that is not the same time frame as would be needed to make a device, but admits Iranian activity 'raises eyebrows'
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Experts say Washington’s plan to rely on surge troops could be tested now the arch-foes have broken the taboo of open military strikes against each other.
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Biden calls for ‘de-escalation’ in Iran-Israel showdown while hurling money at the most unrestrained actor in equation.
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US administration said to have been given ‘last minute’ notice before strike on Iran
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Country’s leaders took time to weigh response to Iran’s strike under gaze of allies urging restraint
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Unconfirmed reports U.S. received 'last-minute' warning from Israel of attack
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Explosions were heard near a major military airbase and nuclear site in Isfahan, Iran, state media reported
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Hoping to steer Israel away from massive retaliation, the US and Europe flagged a toughening of economic and political sanctions against Iran.
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Israel is calling for it’s allies to join a ‘diplomatic attack’ against Iran in reponse to its missile and drone attack
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Israel’s restless allies have voiced anger over the death toll in Gaza, but when their archnemesis launched a missile barrage, they set it aside. At least for the moment.
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Some far-right members of the Israeli government called for a strong response to an Iranian attack, but the U.S., the E.U. and others cautioned against further escalation.
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United Nations secretary-general Antonio Guterres has warned the Middle East is “on the brink” of a devastating all-out conflict as Israel vowed to “exact a price” against Iran following its missile attack. The unprecedented attack by Tehran, whic
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Experts say Tehran does not want a broader war. But it is far from clear whether Iran or Israel will choose to escalate a conflict that has become more direct and out of the shadows.
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Directly and through proxy groups like the Houthis in Yemen, Iran has been disrupting commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf for years.
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US president: 'We will help defend Israel and Iran will not succeed'; report warns Tehran could launch major drone and missile attack within hours in retaliation for strike on IRGC
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'I don't know who is at fault but it's better to reach compromise,' says one resident; 'God willing, our government will favor reason over emotion,' says another
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A retaliatory attack from Tehran appears likely days after two top Iranian generals and nine others were killed in an air strike on Syria - and western leaders have reacted