Iran

2024 - 10 - 25

War, Missiles, and Conspiracy: Iran's Rollercoaster Ride!

Brian Assi - government disputes - international relations - Iran - Israel - Middle Eastern conflict - military aviation - missiles - U.S. sanctions - war

Is Iran gearing up for war or just flexing its muscles? Discover the latest in this unfolding drama!

In a dramatic turn of events, Iran finds itself in a precarious tug-of-war with Israel as tensions rise palpably on both sides. Recent developments have included Iran's warning to prepare up to 1000 missiles for any potential Israeli attack. Despite having fired around 200 ballistic missiles earlier this month, the country is teetering between readiness for conflict and a hope to avoid outright war, leaving many insiders scratching their heads: is this all just bluster, or is Iran truly serious about retaliation?

On the international front, Brian Assi, a dual national known for his business ventures, has been convicted by a U.S. federal jury for conspiring to export U.S.-made machinery to Iran, an act deemed a violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). His conviction underlines the ongoing geopolitical tensions and the legal ramifications of attempting to sidestep sanctions aimed at Iran. It raises questions about whether the lure of profits can overshadow the risk of severe penalties for flouting international law.

While Iran's military chief has assured that the nation's defenses will effectively protect against perceived threats from Israel, hardline clerics within Iran remain vocal about their resolve to respond decisively to any hostile actions. For example, Ahmad Khatami, a leader of Friday Prayers, has reiterated Iran's readiness to retaliate with full force, breathing life into the idea that rhetoric is closely tied to Iran's military strategy in a potentially volatile standoff with Israel, who is also on high alert.

Amidst missile readiness and legal battles, it's curious to note that while Iran prepares for battles, they also maintain diplomatic dialogues, navigating through a swamp of complex international relations. For instance, even at the peak of tensions, both parties are often drawn back to negotiation tables—a testament to global diplomacy’s resilience. Interestingly, Iran's Revolutionary Guards Chief claimed that Israel was in a "suicidal state" as if to suggest that the scales may tip, depending on who blinks first in this high-stakes game.

Speaking of missiles, did you know that Iran has developed missiles with ranges that can reach deep into Europe? Additionally, the dual nature of diplomacy in conflict zones often leads to strange bedfellows, as rogue states and longstanding adversaries explore shared interests! Stay tuned, as the unfolding saga between Iran and Israel continues to captivate the world's attention!

Foreign National Convicted of Conspiring to Export US-Made Drill ... (Department of Justice)

A federal jury convicted Brian Assi, also known as Brahim Assi, yesterday of conspiring to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) ...

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Iran Prepares for War but Hopes to Avert One as It Braces for Israeli ... (The New York Times)

Tehran has several plans for responding to a threatened retaliatory strike by Israel, depending on its severity, and might also do nothing, insiders say.

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U.S. Businessman Convicted Of Attempting To Export Mining ... (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

A U.S. jury has convicted a man for conspiring to avoid sanctions imposed on Iran by attempting to ship U.S.-made heavy machinery used in mining to the ...

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Will Iran go to war with Israel? What we know (Newsweek)

The world is wating for Israel to respond to Iran firing around 200 ballistic missiles at the country earlier this month.

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Iran could respond to major Israel strike with '1000 missiles' (The New Arab)

This follows Iran's retaliatory missile strikes on Israel on 1 October, which caused minimal damage to military sites and no civilian deaths, and followed the ...

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Hardline clerics in Iran vow decisive response to any Israeli attack (Iran International)

Tehran's Friday Prayers leader, Ahmad Khatami, warned that Iran stands ready to respond forcefully to any attack from Israel, echoing recent statements from ...

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1000 Iranian missiles ready for potential Israeli attack, says U.S. media (Tehran Times)

TEHRAN – Iran's armed forces have prepared up to 1000 missiles for a swift response to any potential Israeli attack, a threat that has been looming for ...

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Ayatollah Khamenei has asked Iranian military to prepare for war ... (THE WEEK)

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly asked the Iranian military to 'prepare for war' and devise plans to respond to Israel's attack.

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Report: Iran preparing responses to possible Israeli attack, scope ... (Haaretz)

The New York Times Reported That Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Has Ordered the Country's Military to Be Prepared for a Possible War With Israel, ...

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Iran's military chief: Israel, US' defence systems can't protect you (Middle East Monitor)

Israel is in a suicidal state “preparing itself for collapse”, Iran's Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami said in a speech yesterday.

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Israel says it's conducting 'precise strikes on military targets' in Iran (BBC News)

State media have reported several loud blasts in the capital Tehran.

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Explosions heard in Iran's Tehran and nearby Karaj, state media say (Reuters)

Several loud explosions were heard in Iran's capital Tehran and the nearby city of Karaj city early on Saturday, semi-official Iranian media said, ...

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Iranian media reports loud explosions in Tehran and surrounding area (The Times of Israel)

At least 5 explosions said heard near Iranian capital * Blasts also reported over Syrian cities of Damascus and Homs.

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Israel has begun its retaliatory strikes on Iran, source says (CNN)

Israel is launching retaliatory strikes on Iran for the major missile attack carried out by Tehran earlier this month, according to an official familiar.

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Several Explosions Reported In Tehran, Cause Unknown (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

Several explosions have rocked the Iranian capital Tehran and nearby Karaj City, local media reported, though the cause of the blasts is not known.

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Iran: Several explosions heard in capital Tehran, state TV reports (Sky News)

Blasts have also been heard in the Damascus countryside and central region. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published ...

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Live updates: Israel says it is carrying out strikes on military targets ... (The Washington Post)

The Israel Defense Forces announced the operation, saying it was in response to “continuous attacks” from Iran.

Israel's military is conducting retaliatory airstrikes against Iran (NPR)

The Israeli military has confirmed it is conducting airstrikes on "military targets in Iran," as Tehran is rocked by a series of late night explosions.

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IDF says it is striking military targets in Iran as sound of explosions ... (The Guardian)

The attacks, widely expected as a retaliation to a missile barrage launched by Iran on 1 October, could bring the Middle East closer to a regional war.

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Israel launches air strikes on targets in Iran (FRANCE 24)

Israel hit back at Iran early on Saturday, with its military saying it was conducting strikes against military targets in response to Tehran's attacks on ...

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Israel launches strikes on Iran (Voice of America)

Israel Defense Forces says it's conducting 'precise strikes on military targets' in Iran but does not elaborate.

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Israel launches retaliatory strikes on military targets in Iran (PBS NewsHour)

There are reports of explosions in Iran's capital believed to be an Israeli strike in response to Iran's ballistic missile attack earlier this month.

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Live: Israel attacks Iran, sound of explosions heard near Tehran (Aljazeera.com)

Israeli military says 'precisely attacking military targets in Iran' as blasts heard in vicinity of capital Tehran.

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Explosions in Iran as Israel launches air strikes (BBC News)

The IDF says the attack is in response to "months of continuous attacks" from Tehran and its proxies.

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Israel launches 'precise strikes' on Iran military sites weeks after ... (The Times of Israel)

Army says airstrikes a response 'to months of continuous attacks'; White House supports Israeli 'self-defense'; report says nuclear facilities and oil ...

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Israel Launches Strikes Against Iran In Response To Ballistic Missile ... (Forbes)

Israel has begun striking military targets in Iran, the Israel Defense Forces said Friday, fueling concerns of further escalation between the two countries ...

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Strikes on Iran suggest Israel may have heeded US warnings (BBC News)

Israel's attack on Iran has been anticipated since the latter launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles on Israel almost a month ago.

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Israel launches attack on Iran with explosions heard in Tehran (Middle East Eye)

Israel's army announced it launched an attack on Iranian military targets in the early hours of Saturday. Explosions were heard around Tehran and Iran's ...

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Live: Israel attacks targets across Iran, warns Tehran against ... (Aljazeera.com)

Iran's military says Israel targeted three military bases in country, says attacks caused 'limited damage'.

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Israel launches air strikes against Iran (Financial Times)

Israeli military says the retaliatory attack targeted missile manufacturing plants and air defences.

What to Know About Iran's Ballistic Missile Attacks and Israel's ... (American Jewish Committee)

What is known about the Iranian attack on October 1? According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the aerial attack by Iran comprised more than 180 ballistic ...

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Iran says Israeli strikes on military bases caused 'limited damage' (Aljazeera.com)

Israeli army says its response to 'months of attacks' by Iran was complete and warns Tehran against retaliation.

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Iran should not respond to Israeli strikes, Starmer says (The Guardian)

Keir Starmer has urged Iran not to respond after Israel launched a series of airstrikes targeting military sites in Iran overnight, saying the Middle East ...

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Israel launched strikes on Iran in a retaliatory attack. Here's what we ... (CNN)

Israel said on Saturday it had struck military targets inside Iran in response to earlier Iranian attacks, again raising fears that the long-running ...

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What we know about Israel's attack on Iran (BBC News)

Iran's air defence said it had “successfully intercepted” the attacks, though “some areas sustained limited damage”.

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Iran, Israel open warfare after decades of shadow war (The East African)

This was the latest in a wider escalation since the war in Gaza began last year, but Israeli- Iranian enmity stretches back decades.

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Iran says 'obliged to defend itself' after Israel's reprisal attack (POLITICO.eu)

Iranian officials told government broadcaster IRNA that the Israeli strikes targeted military bases in the Ilam, Khuzestan and Tehran provinces. Iran's air ...

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After Israeli strikes, West urges Iran to stand down as Muslim nations ... (The Times of Israel)

Biden had encouraged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “to design a response that served to deter further attacks against Israel while reducing risks of further ...

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Israel strikes Iran: What we know so far and what's next (Aljazeera.com)

Iran says it will continue defending against Israeli attacks on Gaza, Lebanon, and Iranian officials. This is the first time Israel openly claimed an attack on ...

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