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US, Iran could sign ceasefire deal as soon as tonight to open Strait of Hormuz - Axios
If the deal is signed, it would mean the US would release the full text of the agreement, and the parts of the deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz would take immediate effect.
Islamic regime detains 130 people over riots, espionage operations for Israel, US - report
Former Mossad official says Trump naive about Iran, misunderstands Middle East diplomacy
Student protests erupt in Iran over education policies, as regime resumes crackdowns
Amnesty International warns Islamic regime using ‘wartime conditions’ to intensify repression
The report comes only a week after the Islamic Republic seemingly ended its internet blackout after an almost three-month cut off, though human rights organizations warned that restrictions remain.
Islamic regime shuts down cafe in Tehran following accusations of 'promoting satanic activities'
The cafe was said to have allowed events featuring Western-style music that “provided a setting for abnormal behaviors,” the semi-state official Fars news agency reported.
'Bibi's hair was on fire': Inside the call between Trump, Netanyahu on Iran ceasefire talks - Axios
The 'Axios' report came as the US sent a new proposal to Iran through Pakistani mediators.
US, Iran making progress in talks, though military option remains on the table, sources tell 'Post'
Israeli officials stressed that despite ongoing diplomatic contacts, the military option “remains on the table” for US President Trump.
Iraq condemns drone attacks on Saudi Arabia amid US pressure on Iranian-backed militias
Iraq condemned recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, vowed cooperation in the investigation, and moved to distance Iranian-backed militias amid growing US pressure.
Iran says it dismantled two alleged Mossad-linked cells across six provinces - report
Tehran’s Intelligence Ministry claimed one operative was killed in an armed clash, while several others were arrested over alleged plans to target government buildings and military personnel.
Russia and Iran use Caspian Sea trade route to aid Tehran’s drone program - NYT
The report noted that trade in the Caspian Sea is difficult to track from a distance.
UK deploys warship to Middle East with eye on potential Hormuz mission
As the US and Iran inch toward a potential off-ramp from their 10-week war, France and Britain have been working on a proposal to lay the groundwork for safe transit through the Strait.
Trump threatens to 'blow Iran off face of the Earth' if US vessels attacked
“We have more weapons and ammunition at a much higher grade than we had before," Trump said. “We have the best equipment."
Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal calling for end to war in 30 days
The plan contains three main stages with a 30-day phase aimed at transforming a ceasefire into a complete end to the war. It was presented as a rebuttal to the US's nine-point peace plan.
