The Kremlin has reiterated its long-standing offer to process or store Iran's enriched uranium, aiming to de-escalate regional tensions. This comes as Iran continues to enrich uranium to 60% purity, a level close to weapons-grade, and amid heightened US-Iran friction.
An Iranian official has denied media reports that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps would conduct a military exercise in the Strait of Hormuz on February 1 and 2. The denial follows earlier reports from state-run media and a warning from the US military regarding safe navigation in the critical waterway.
Two separate explosions in the southern Iranian cities of Bandar Abbas and Ahvaz on January 31, 2026, have resulted in at least five fatalities and 14 injuries. Iranian authorities have attributed both incidents to gas leaks.
Iran is reportedly strengthening security and renovating structures at its Isfahan nuclear complex, according to satellite imagery analysis by the Institute for Science and International Security. Activities include fortifying tunnel entrances and rebuilding a damaged facility, raising international concerns about Iran's nuclear program.
Iranian authorities face accusations of a 'campaign of revenge' against medical professionals. Reports indicate doctors are being arrested, with at least one surgeon facing a potential death penalty, for providing aid to injured anti-government protesters. International bodies, including the US State Department and WHO, have condemned these actions, highlighting violations of medical ethics and human rights.
Iran's judiciary announced the execution of Hamidreza Sabet Esmailipour on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. He was convicted of espionage and intelligence cooperation with Israel's Mossad, including transferring classified documents and providing logistical support for alleged sabotage operations. Esmailipour was arrested on April 29, 2025, and his death sentence was upheld by the Supreme Court.
Photojournalists Artin Ghazanfari and Hamed Araghi have been detained by Iranian authorities in January 2026, weeks after a nationwide internet shutdown began. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called for their immediate release, citing concerns over media targeting during the information blackout.
Iranian authorities in Tehran unveiled a billboard depicting a wrecked US aircraft carrier with a stark warning, 'If you sow the wind, you will reap the whirlwind,' as the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group entered the Middle East, escalating regional tensions.
Amidst a brutal crackdown on nationwide protests that began in late December 2025, Iran's regime faces internal dissent, with officials leaking details of severe orders. An extensive internet shutdown, costing the economy over $37 million daily, has sparked a debate within the government regarding its restoration due to economic pressures versus security concerns.
General Mohammad Pakpour, commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), issued a stern warning to the United States and Israel, stating his forces are 'more ready than ever, finger on the trigger.' The declaration comes amidst heightened regional tensions, the movement of US warships towards the Middle East, and recent internal unrest in Iran.
US President Donald Trump announced the deployment of a 'massive' fleet, including the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, to the Gulf region in May 2019. This move escalated tensions with Iran, with the US citing credible threats and Iran warning of an 'all-out war' in response to any attack.
The UN Human Rights Council is holding a special session today, January 23, 2026, in Geneva to address the 'deteriorating human rights situation' and 'alarming violence' in Iran. The session was requested by multiple member states amid reports of thousands of deaths and widespread crackdowns on protesters.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has issued a stern warning of mass retaliation to any attack, stating the country would show 'no qualms' in responding. He also criticized Europe's stance on former US President Donald Trump's push to control Greenland, linking it to Europe's perceived compliance with US actions regarding the nuclear deal.
Iran faces deepening political fractures within its leadership as widespread anti-government protests continue across the country. Reports describe 'war conditions' in cities, marked by intense security crackdowns, internet blackouts, and significant casualties, while internal disputes among regime factions intensify.
Iran's National Police Chief, Ahmad-Reza Radan, has issued a three-day ultimatum to individuals involved in recent anti-government protests, urging them to surrender or face severe legal consequences. The move comes amidst a violent crackdown on demonstrations sparked by economic hardship and calls for political change.
The Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reports over 4,000 people killed and more than 26,000 detained in Iran's ongoing nationwide protest crackdown. The figures, which cannot be independently verified, highlight the severe response to demonstrations that have roots in both economic grievances and earlier protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death.
Iranian authorities have suspended the pro-reform daily newspaper Ham-Mihan and targeted business leaders, including Mohammad Saedinia, accused of supporting recent unrest. The newspaper's suspension on January 19, 2026, followed its coverage of protests, while businessmen face arrest and asset seizure for alleged involvement in strikes.
Iran's National Police Chief, Ahmad-Reza Radan, has issued a three-day ultimatum to individuals involved in recent protests, urging them to surrender for leniency. Those who fail to comply face severe legal consequences, as authorities continue a crackdown on demonstrations sparked by economic hardship.
Alireza Jeyrani Hokmabad, a senior Iranian diplomat and deputy head of Iran's mission to the UN in Geneva, has sought asylum in Switzerland for himself and his family. The decision reportedly stems from fears of repercussions due to ongoing political and social upheaval in Iran and concerns about the stability of the Islamic Republic's government.
Hackers briefly interrupted Iranian state television's satellite transmissions on Sunday, January 18, 2026, to broadcast footage of exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. The broadcast included messages urging security forces to join protesters and not to target citizens, occurring amidst ongoing nationwide unrest in Iran.
