Large fire brakes out at Iranian shipyard in the port city of Bushehr in southeastern Iran on Wednesday, reportedly spreading to seven ships within the yard

Middle East

Gas Plant Latest to be Hit as Explosions Continue Throughout Iran

An explosion was reported at a gas condensate plant in the Kavian Fariman industrial zone in eastern Iran on Monday, according to Iranian media.

Distress of Nations

Fire Breaks Out at Petrochemical Facility in Southwest Iran

A fire broke out at a facility belonging to a Petrochemical Company in southwest Iran, the official IRNA news agency reported on Sunday.

Middle East

Latest Excuse: Iran blames ‘Misaligned Radar’ in Downing of Ukrainian Passenger flight

A Ukraine Airlines plane struck by 2 missiles, crashing shortly after taking off from Tehran's airport on January 8 now being blamed on 'misaligned radar'.

Israel & Middle East

Another Set of Explosions Shakes Tehran, Leads to Power Outages

Several explosions occurred in Iran’s capital city of Tehran leading to multiple power outages; There are at least 2 military-related facilities in the area

Middle East

United Nations ‘Expert’ Declares US Drone Strike That Killed Soleimani ‘Unlawful’

The US drone strike that killed the Iranian Quds Force Commander is being categorized as ‘unlawful’ by a representative from the United Nations.

Israel & Middle East

Iran Vows to Stand by Hamas in Destroying Israel

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed on Monday to fight with the Palestinians against Israel until the Jewish state's demise.

Middle East

Explosion Reportedly Damages Power Plant in Iran, the Latest in Series of Blasts

Incident in city of Ahvaz follows mysterious explosions at nuclear facility and site near Tehran, which prompted regime to issue warning to Israel and US

Christian Persecution

Law Change Further Threatens Christians, Other Religious Minorities in Iran

A change in legislation passed by the Parliament of Iran could make it easier to arrest, imprison Christians and other religious minorities in that country.

Europe

Russia, Turkey & Iran Coordinate Anti-US Syria Policy, Slamming Israel

Russia, Turkey & Iran held a meeting to coordinate efforts in Syria; Their goals appeared aimed at undermining the US role in Syria & condemnation of Israel

Middle East

Iran Warns Israel, US Suspecting Sabotage After Explosion at Nuclear Site Makes Third Incident in 7 Days

Hours after an explosion at a nuclear complex, Iran warned it would weigh its response to “hostile countries,” if they crossed Iran’s “red lines"

Middle East

At Least 17 Dead in Explosion in Medical Center in Tehran

A loud explosion was heard in northern Tehran on Tuesday evening causing thick clouds of smoke to fill the skies, Iranian News Agency ISNA reported.

Middle East

Large Blast in Iran came from Suspected Missile Site, Satellite Images Show

An explosion rattled Iran’s capital that analysts believe hides an underground tunnel system & missile production sites, satellite photographs showed.

Latin America

US Sanctions Iranian Oil Tankers Delivering Oil to Venezuela

The US Wednesday imposed sanctions on 5 Iranian ship captains who delivered oil to Venezuela; Pompeo reaffirms Washington's backing Juan Guaido.

Israel & Middle East

Israeli Airstrikes Reported Against Iranian Sites in Syria, Killing 2

Airstrikes were reported Tuesday evening in two areas in Syria, with some reports attributing the deadly strikes to Israel.

Distress of Nations

The Iranian Rial Falls to Lowest Value Ever, Largely Due to US Sanctions and COVID-19

The rial reaches an all-time low amid ongoing US sanctions and the effects of COVID-19; The rial has depreciated in value a reported 600% since 2015.

Middle East

Iran Combats Resolution Put Forth That Would Require them to Allow the IAEA Access to Potential Nuclear Sites

Iran is vowing to take drastic measures if this new resolution allows the IAEA to access two controversial sites that they’ve restricted to date;

Middle East

Iran Destroys Targets at Distance of 170 Miles in Recent Cruise Missile Test

Iran’s Navy successfully struck targets in Gulf of Oman & Indian Ocean during a recent cruise missile test; Claims missiles can outreach distance of test.

Europe

Syrian Chemical Weapons Agency Sought Illicit WMD Tech in Germany

The SSRC, an agency the US gov't says builds chemical weapons for Assad regime, made attempts last year to obtain illegal WMD technology in Germany.

Anti-Semitism

Germany Condemns Iran’s ‘Spread of Anti-Semitism’ in a Policy Reversal

Germany reversed its position previously labelling Iranian regime's calls to exterminate the Jewish state as only “anti-Israel rhetoric” not antisemitic.

Middle East

Iran to Execute Alleged CIA Agent Involved in Soleimani’s Killing

An Iranian citizen who allegedly provided information to US on the whereabouts of IRGC slain commander Soleimani to be executed soon.

Israel & Middle East

Iranian Forces Amass on Israeli Border – Report

Strikes in Syria last week by Israel targeted Iranian forces; According to analysts, Iran is disguising militia as Syrian & massing them on Israel's border

Isaiah 5:20

Jihadist, Christian Persecuting Iranian President Lectures President Trump About Bible

Iranian President who presides over funds for jihadist groups, threatens destruction of Israel, and Persecutes Christians lectures Trump on the Bible.

Israel & Middle East

Israeli Official Anticipates Cyberwar on the Horizon

An Israeli cyber official warns of coming cyberwar; Unna: Cyber winter is coming and coming faster than even I suspected.

Globe

US Disrupts Iranian Fuel Deliveries to Venezuela, Official Says

The Trump admin halts scheduled Iranian fuel deliveries to Venezuela by threatening sanctions on the ships carrying the cargo, according to U.S. officials.

Israel & Middle East

Iran Bans the Use of Israeli Technology in New Law

Iran has passes law officially banning use of Israeli technology; Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has implemented the new law as of Tuesday.

Berean Review

Jan Markell: Is Genesis 12:3 Curse Playing Out?

Jan Markell wonders if the Genesis 12:3 curse is playing out: "I will bless them that bless thee [Israel], and curse him that curseth thee"

Europe

German Party Seeks to Ban Iranian-Regime Center in Hamburg

CDU in Hamburg said last week that it plans to introduce an initiative to outlaw the Iranian regime-controlled Islamic Center because links to Hezbollah.

Globe

Tanker Fleet Nears Venezuela Amid US Tensions

Iranian tankers filled with gasoline neared Venezuela; It's unclear if US will interdict the tankers; gasoline movement runs counter to sanctions on Iran

Israel & Middle East

Cyberattack: Anti-Israel message takes over multiple Israeli websites

Hundreds of Israeli websites were the target of a cyberattack on Thursday morning, their homepages being replaced with an anti-Israel video and message.

Anti-Semitism

Pompeo, Netanyahu accuse Iran supreme leader of endorsing Nazi ‘Final Solution’

After Khamenei shares graphic that invokes term, PM warns that ‘any regime that threatens the destruction of Israel faces a similar danger’

Anti-Semitism

Iran Prioritizes Anti-Israel Quds Day Rallies Despite Severe COVID-19 Scenario

Iran approved & encouraged anti-Israel Quds Day rallies despite severe COVID-19 circumstances; Their parliament banned any Iranian cooperation with Israel.

Israel & Middle East

Supposed Israeli Strikes in Eastern Syria Kill Seven Iranian-Backed Militias

Seven casualties are reported in eastern Syria after supposed Israeli airstrikes; Iranian-backed militias were targeted in this attack

Anti-Semitism

Iran’s Khamenei Lashes Out in Anti-Semitic Tweets Against Israel, UK

The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ali Khamenei on Sunday issued a series of antisemitic-laced tweets against Israel, also blaming Britain for creating Israel.

Anti-Semitism

Holy Jewish Site of Esther & Mordechai Set Ablaze in Iran – Reports

National Director of Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Jonathan Greenblatt announced Friday on Twitter that the tomb of Esther and Mordechai in Iran was torched.

Middle East

Iran Progresses Anti-Israel Bill, Plans to Establish Embassy in Jerusalem to ‘Palestine’

Iranian parliament approved a bill including list of measures against Israel, such as establishment of Iranian embassy in Jerusalem to 'Palestine'

Distress of Nations

Iran Joins Lebanon, Turkey, and Syria in Economic Danger as Rial Takes Massive Dip in Two Days

Iranian Rial dropped nearly 10% between Sunday & Tuesday; US sanctions seen as primary source of Iran’s downward economic trend; COVID-19 is also a factor.

Middle East

Friendly-Fire Leaves Multiple Iranians Dead in the Gulf of Oman During Training Exercise

At least 19 Iranian casualties are reported after a naval friendly-fire incident occurred in the Gulf of Oman during a training exercise

Israel & Middle East

Iran Linked to Failed Cyber-Attack on Israel’s Water Systems in April

Reports indicate Iranian involvement in a failed cyber-attack on Israeli water systems; The attack was detected before any effects could take place

Middle East

Report: Iranian Border Guards ‘Laughed’ as They Tortured & Drowned Afghan Migrants

A group of 50 to 70 Afghan migrants attempting to cross the border into Iran were allegedly beaten, tortured, and in some cases drowned by Iranian security guards on May 1.

US News

Trump Vetoes Iran War Powers Resolution, Swipes at Republicans Who Backed it

Pres. Trump vetoed war powers resolution that would have curbed his ability to launch military action against Iran without Congressional authorization.

Israel & Middle East

Senior Defense Officials: Iran Pulling Out of Syria as Israel Pummels its Forces

Significant increase of airstrikes blamed on Israel has led Iran to reduce forces and decrease weapons smuggling by air, says Senior Defense Minister.

Israel & Middle East

Syrian Air Defences Activated by Allegedly Israeli Airstrikes Over Aleppo

Israel has previously struck several military research facilities believed to have been a center for chemical and biological weapons.

Israel & Middle East

The United Nations Human Rights Council Praises Iran

A majority of countries contributing to this travesty of the truth made a mockery of human rights by treating Iran as shining example of those values.

Europe

Mossad Gave Berlin Intel on Hezbollah Ops on German Soil Ahead of Ban — Report

Israel’s Mossad spy agency gave information to Germany on Hezbollah’s activities on its soil ahead of the country ban of the terror group this week.

Europe

Germany Conducts Raids After Complete Ban of Hezbollah

Germany officially bans Iranian-backed terror regime Hezbollah; Raids conducted throughout country targeting several supporters of the organization.

Middle East

US Sanctions Iranian and Iraqi National Over Support of Iran’s Quds Force

The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on Taif Mining Services LLC and its owner over accusations he helped support Iran's elite Quds Force.

Israel & Middle East

Report: Israel Strikes Pro-Iranian Militia Base in Syria

Syria accused Israel of carrying out pre-dawn airstrikes near Damascus, saying that its air defences units had engaged "incoming Israeli warplane activity."

Christian Persecution

Iran Imposes Flogging on Christian Convert for Peaceful Protest

The Islamic Republic of Iran imposed a sentence of lashes and prison on Mary (Fatemeh) Mohammadi, one of Iran’s most famous converts to Christianity.

Middle East

Trump says he’s Instructed Navy to ‘Destroy’ any Iranian Gunboats Harassing US Ships

Pres. Trump instructs US Navy to fire on any Iranian ships that harass it at sea, following 11 IRGCN vessels coming dangerously close to US ships.

Middle East

Iran’s IRGC Claims to have put First ‘Military Satellite’ in Orbit; US: Launch may have Failed

Iran’s IRGC says they launched country’s first “military satellite” into orbit as they attempt to show off military capabilities at sea, air & space.

Middle East

Turkey Becomes Mid-East Epicenter of the COVID-19 Outbreak as they Approach 100,000 Cases

Turkey has surpassed Iran as number one COVID-19 infected country in Mid-East, though there is significant speculation of Iran’s reported number of cases.

Israel & Middle East

Israeli Strike in Syria Targets Senior Iranian Officials and Other High-Level Targets

Reports of the Syrian air defense systems being alerted on Monday evening; Strikes believed to be targeting several Iranian targets in the area.

Middle East

Iran’s Guard Acknowledges Tense Encounter with US; Accuses American Navy Ships of Sparking Incident

Iran acknowledged it had tense encounter with US warships last week, but alleged without offering evidence that American forces sparked the incident.

Israel & Middle East

Iran Shows off Drones that can Reach Israel, Threat Increases

Iran’s Defense Ministry unveiled new drones over the weekend for the Islamic Republic’s army and air force; Claims they could reach Israel from Iran.

Asia

Pompeo urges UN to extend arms embargo on Iran

Pompeo over the weekend urged the United Nations Security Council to extend the international arms embargo on Iran, set to expire in October.

Africa

Iran Regime, ISIS and Other Extremists Exploit Coronavirus to Wreak Havoc

Iranian Regime, the Islamic State and other extremist groups all over the world are watching for an opening due to the pandemic.

Middle East

US Navy: Iran Harasses US Vessels in Gulf, Came Within Yards of Colliding

Iranian IRGC boats harass US warships, according to a new report, coming dangerously close; incidents happened in the Persian Gulf

Middle East

Turkey Follows Iran for the Second Most Cases of Coronavirus in the Middle East

Turkey has over 60,000 cases of COVID-19 despite their attempts to cover it up; The government implemented a two-day curfew over the weekend

Middle East

Report – More Accusations that Iran is Concealing the True Death Toll from COVID-19

Iran is facing more scrutiny over their reported number of deaths from the coronavirus; A German news outlet has suggested a much higher rate of casualties

Middle East

Report: Coronavirus Economic Impact Could Block Iran from Funding Terror

The coronavirus crisis economic impact on Iran is likely to force a substantial reduction in funding terror in the region, an INSS report said on Tuesday.

Middle East

Pro-Iran Factions in Iraq Maneuver to Topple Another PM-Designate

Pro-Iranian groups in Iraq are maneuvering to topple Prime Minister-designate Adnan al-Zurfi, who would be the third leader to be deposed in six months.

Middle East

As deaths soar, Iran’s military sets up 2,000-bed Coronavirus hospital in exhibition center

Iran announced another 144 deaths on Friday as the military completed work on 2,000-bed field Coronavirus hospital in an exhibition center in the capital.

Middle East