Adrienne Watson
Spokesperson for the National Security Council
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View Timeline →Mijdal Shams Attack; Germany Urges Iran to Prevent Escalation of Tensions
Germany has urged Iran and other Middle Eastern parties to prevent escalation after a deadly missile attack by Hezbollah in the Golan Heights that killed…
New Threats from the Iranian Government Before Assassination Attempt on Trump; Secret Service to VOA: We Take Threats Seriously
The U.S. Secret Service enhanced protection for former President Trump following new threats from Iran prior to an assassination attempt on him. The Iranian government…
U.S. National Security Council Spokesperson Confirms Islamic Republic's Attack on Israel; Joe Biden Kept Informed Moment by Moment
The U.S. National Security Council confirmed that the Islamic Republic has launched attacks against Israel, with President Biden being regularly updated on the situation. This…
Putin's Warning Again: Russia Ready for Nuclear War if Its Sovereignty is Threatened
Vladimir Putin has reiterated that Russia is ready to use nuclear weapons if its sovereignty is threatened, particularly in response to Western military support for…
Continued Reactions to IRGC Missile Attacks on Erbil; Iraq Summons Its Ambassador
The IRGC launched missile attacks on Erbil, Iraq, targeting locations they claimed were associated with Israeli intelligence and anti-Iranian groups, resulting in civilian casualties. Iraq…
IRGC Missile Attack on Northern Iraq and Claims of Strikes Against 'Terrorist' Positions in Syria; US Condemns
The IRGC launched missile attacks on Erbil, Iraq, claiming to target 'terrorist' positions in Syria, which the US condemned as destabilizing. The attacks resulted in…
Initial Reports of Incidents in the Red Sea; US: We Will Respond to Houthi Movements
Recent incidents in the Red Sea involve the Houthis targeting commercial vessels, prompting a US military response. The situation raises concerns about escalating tensions and…
EU Members Discuss Maritime Protection in the Red Sea
Germany and EU partners are discussing forming a maritime coalition to protect commercial shipping in the Red Sea amid ongoing Houthi attacks supported by Iran.…
Delivery of 'Talaye' and 'Nasir' Cruise Missiles to the Islamic Republic Navy
Iran has delivered advanced cruise missiles and drones to its navy amid rising tensions in regional waters, coinciding with a drone attack on an Israeli-linked…
U.S. Defense Department: Drone Launched from Iran Attacked a Ship in the Indian Ocean
A drone launched from Iran attacked the 'Chem Pluto', a ship linked to an Israeli billionaire, in the Indian Ocean. This incident marks the seventh…
US: The Islamic Republic has extensive involvement in attacks on ships in the Red Sea
The US has accused Iran of extensive involvement in planning attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, which are carried out by the Houthis…
White House: Iran Can Only Buy 'Non-Sanctioned Items' with Money from Electricity Sales to Iraq
The Biden administration has extended Iraq's exemption to import electricity and gas from Iran for four months, allowing Iraq to use its own funds for…
Republicans Criticize Biden Administration Over Hamas Attack on Israel
The recent Hamas attack on Israel has led to significant criticism of President Biden from Republican candidates, who blame him for the crisis and link…
Exclusive; It May Take Several Weeks for Dual Nationals to Rejoin Their Families
The White House has confirmed the release of dual nationals imprisoned in Iran, with expectations that they may reunite with their families in the coming…
Overview of Events on August 10: 'On the Path to Freedom' for Dual National Hostages in Iran
Five dual-national Americans have been moved from prison to house arrest in Iran, signaling progress in a potential hostage exchange agreement with the U.S. This…
Blinken: We want to ensure we complete the process and bring the prisoners home
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced the transfer of five Iranian-American prisoners to house arrest in Tehran, emphasizing that no sanctions relief will be…
Tom Cotton: We should not pay ransom to the Islamic Republic; John Kirby: It's a humanitarian action
Senator Tom Cotton criticized the potential release of Iranian-American hostages in exchange for $6 billion to the Islamic Republic, warning it could lead to more…
CNN: The Framework for 'Dual National Prisoner Exchange' is Separate from 'Nuclear Agreement Negotiations'
CNN reports that the U.S. and Iran are negotiating the release of American prisoners separately from nuclear talks. The Biden administration is focused on bringing…
U.S. State Department: Five Citizens Must Be Allowed to Leave Iran Immediately
The U.S. State Department welcomed the transfer of five American citizens from Evin prison to house arrest in Iran, urging their immediate release. The Biden…
White House Reaction to Transfer of Imprisoned Americans: We Are Monitoring the Situation Closely
The White House has acknowledged the transfer of five imprisoned Iranian Americans from Evin Prison to house arrest, describing it as a hopeful step while…