September 2026
China's Diplomat Wang Yi Engages with Iranian FM Araghchi Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions
China's top diplomat Wang Yi met with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi in Beijing to discuss the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict. Both parties acknowledged that…
U.S. War Costs Against Iran Reach $38 Billion, Projected to Increase by $3 Billion Monthly
The U.S. Congressional Budget Office reports that the financial cost of the U.S. war against Iran has reached approximately $38 billion as of August 1,…
Iran Faces Bahrain in Men's Basketball Quarterfinals at Asian Games 2026
Iran's men's basketball team faced Bahrain in the quarterfinals of the 20th Asian Games held in Nagoya, Japan, on September 16, 2026. This match highlights…
Iran's IRGC Reports Oil Tanker Explosion After Hitting Naval Mines in Hormuz Strait
An oil tanker named 'EL GAIA' exploded and caught fire after hitting naval mines while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz via a restricted…
Iran-Gulf States Meeting in Oman Postponed for Consensus
A scheduled meeting between Iran and Gulf states in Salalah, Oman, has been postponed as announced by Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al…
Iran Faces Japan in AVC Men's Volleyball Continental Championship Final
In the final match of the AVC Men's Volleyball Continental Championship held in Kitakyushu, Japan, the Iranian volleyball team faced off against Japan. The match…
Iran and Oman Establish New Maritime Routes for Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman have established new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz, with plans to inform Gulf countries about these developments at…
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Declines Ahead of Midterm Elections
U.S. consumer sentiment declined in September, indicating economic concerns ahead of the midterm elections. This trend may impact U.S. foreign policy and economic relations with…
The Impact of BRICS Expansion on Global Cooperation and Economic Development
The article discusses the expansion of BRICS, which now represents nearly half of the world's population and a significant portion of global economic output and…
U.S. Stocks Decline as Brent Oil Prices Surge Past $100 Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions
U.S. stocks declined as Brent oil prices exceeded $100 due to heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran, raising inflation concerns and expectations of an…
Explosions Reported in Southern Iran Amid Security Concerns
Several explosions were reported in southern Iran, specifically in Sirik, Minab, and Qeshm Island, attributed to 'enemy' projectiles according to official sources. The incidents raise…
Iran Denounces IAEA Board Resolution Referring Nuclear Issue to UN Security Council
Iran condemned the UN nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors for referring its nuclear issue to the UN Security Council, calling the resolution 'fundamentally irrelevant.' This…
Explosion Reported in Strait of Hormuz, Raising Security Concerns
An explosion was reported in the Strait of Hormuz, accompanied by gunfire, according to Iran's state media. The incident occurred in Jask County, Hormozgan province,…
Brent Oil Prices Surpass 100 USD Amid Escalating Middle East Conflicts
Brent crude oil prices exceeded 100 USD per barrel due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, marking a significant rise since July. This increase…
Netanyahu Claims Israel's Control Over Syrian Territory and Aims to Overthrow Iran's Government
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel's 'absolute control' over a territory in Syria and vowed to overthrow the Iranian government. This statement highlights the…
United Airlines Resumes Flights to Israel Following Iran Conflict
United Airlines has resumed flights to Israel after previously suspending them due to the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran. The resumption marks a return to normalcy…
IRGC Warns of Sanctions for Vessels Entering New 'Restricted Zone' Without Coordination
Iran's IRGC announced that vessels entering a newly designated 'restricted zone' in regional waters without prior coordination will face sanctions. This statement underscores Iran's efforts…
Iran Defeats China to Advance in Asian Men's Volleyball Championship
Iran's men's volleyball team defeated China 3-1 in the Asian Men's Volleyball Championship, securing a victory in a closely contested match. This win highlights Iran's…
Iran Faces China in AVC Men's Volleyball Championship Match
Iran's volleyball team faced China in a pool B match at the AVC Men's Volleyball Continental Championship held in Kitakyushu, Japan on September 9, 2026.…
Iran's IRGC Establishes New Maritime Restricted Zone Near Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC has declared a new maritime restricted area extending from Chabahar into parts of the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea, warning that any…
Iran's IRGC Claims Retaliatory Attacks on U.S. Vessels and Oil Tankers
Iran's IRGC announced it attacked two U.S. vessels and eight oil tankers in the Persian Gulf as retaliation for a previous U.S. strike on five…
Iran's IRGC Claims Attacks on U.S. Vessels and Oil Tankers in Gulf
Iran's IRGC announced it attacked two U.S. vessels and eight oil tankers in the Gulf as retaliation for a prior U.S. attack on five Iranian…
Iran Attacks U.S. Base in Jordan in Retaliation for Tanker Attacks
Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) launched an attack on a U.S. air base in Jordan as retaliation for perceived U.S. aggression against Iranian oil…
Iran's IRGC Targets U.S. Base in Jordan in Retaliation for Attacks on Iranian Tankers
Iran's IRGC has claimed responsibility for striking a U.S. air base in Jordan as a response to U.S. attacks on Iranian oil tankers. This escalation…
U.S. Military Responds to Iranian Attacks by Sinking Five Oil Tankers
U.S. forces destroyed five Iranian oil tankers in response to recent attacks by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) on a U.S. Navy warship. This…
U.S. Stocks Decline Amid Trade Tensions with Canada and Rising Oil Prices
U.S. stocks fell due to escalating trade tensions with Canada and rising oil prices. This situation involves the U.S. and Canada, and it could impact…
U.S. Forces Target Iranian Oil Tankers Near Kharg Island and Jask
U.S. forces conducted strikes on Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island and Jask, aiming to sink or disable them as part of a pressure campaign…
U.S. Attacks Two Iranian Oil Tankers, IRGC Promises Retaliation
The U.S. attacked two Iranian oil tankers off the southern coast of Iran, prompting the IRGC to order the evacuation of crews from tankers at…
Iran's IRGC Captures U.S. Unmanned Submersible in Hormuz Strait
Iran's IRGC captured a U.S. unmanned submarine in the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant military development. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and…
U.S. Missile Attack Targets Iranian Oil Tanker Near Kharg Island
A U.S. missile attack targeted an Iranian oil tanker near Kharg Island, causing no casualties according to local reports. This incident follows earlier explosions in…
Explosions Reported Near Strategic Kharg Island in Iran
Two explosions were reported near Kharg Island in southwestern Iran on the night of September 8, according to the Fars news agency. The incident raises…
U.S. Sanctions 27 Iranian Airlines to Increase Pressure on Iran
The U.S. Department of the Treasury sanctioned 27 Iranian airlines, marking a significant escalation in pressure on Iran. This move targets all remaining Iranian airlines,…
Iran Establishes 'Economic War Headquarters' to Tackle Economic Challenges
Iran has established an 'economic war headquarters' to enhance coordination and tackle economic challenges due to wartime conditions. This initiative is led by the Ministry…
Iran's IRGC Captures U.S. Unmanned Submersible in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's IRGC announced the capture of a U.S. unmanned submersible in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it to be one of the most advanced of…
Iran's President Vows Continued Resistance Against Aggressors
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that the country will persist in its resistance against aggressors until they feel regret. He emphasized Iran's longstanding opposition to…
China's Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou Leads Global Innovation Clusters for Second Year
The World Intellectual Property Organization reported that the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou cluster in China is the world's top innovation cluster for the second year in a…
Iran War Increases U.S. Consumer Energy Costs by $100 Billion
The ongoing war involving Iran has resulted in an additional $100 billion cost to U.S. consumers, with average households facing over $760 in increased fuel…
Iran War Increases U.S. Energy Costs by 100 Billion USD
The ongoing Iran war has led to an estimated additional cost of 100 billion USD for U.S. consumers in energy expenses, with costs rising rapidly.…
Iraqi FM and Arab League Chief Address Regional Tensions and Hormuz Strait Navigation Issues
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein met with Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy in Cairo to discuss regional security tensions and navigation disruptions in the Strait…
U.S. Diesel Prices Reach Record High Amid Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
The U.S. national average price for diesel has reached a record high of 5.9015 dollars per gallon, surpassing previous records. This increase is attributed to…
Iran Warns South Korea Against Military Presence in Hormuz Strait
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman warned South Korea against military involvement in the Strait of Hormuz after Seoul indicated it was considering military options to ensure…
China Secures Quarterfinal Spot with Victory Over New Zealand at Asian Volleyball Championship
China achieved a 3-0 victory over New Zealand in the Asian Men's Volleyball Championship, ensuring their progression to the quarterfinals. This match highlights China's growing…
Iran and Oman Finalize Safe Passage Negotiations in Hormuz Strait
Iran and Oman are finalizing negotiations on a temporary safe passage route through the Strait of Hormuz, with an agreement expected to be submitted to…
Iran to Establish Restricted Zone Outside Hormuz Strait, Threatens Sanctions on Transiting Ships
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei announced plans to establish a restricted zone outside the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to sanction any ships…
Iran to Establish Restricted Zone Outside Hormuz Strait, Threatens Sanctions on Violators
Iran plans to establish a restricted zone outside the Strait of Hormuz, with Secretary Mohsen Rezaei stating that any ships violating this zone will face…
Iran to Establish Restricted Maritime Zone Outside Hormuz Strait
Iran is set to announce a restricted zone outside the Strait of Hormuz, as stated by Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council.…
Iranian Parliament Speaker Warns U.S. of Severe Response to Aggression
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned the U.S. of a more severe response to any aggression against Iran's interests, indicating a shift from proportionate…
Netanyahu Issues Stark Warning to Iran Over Potential Attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a warning to Iran, threatening a severe response if Iran were to attack Israel. This statement was made during…
Spain Secures Gold in Mixed Relay as China Dominates Medal Table at World Climbing Shanghai Challenger
Spain won the mixed relay gold at the World Climbing Challenger in Shanghai, while China topped the medal table with three golds. China's disqualification in…
Trkiye Revises Economic Targets Amid Rising Geopolitical Risks
Trkiye has revised its economic targets due to rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East, increasing its inflation forecast while lowering growth and tourism revenue…
IRGC Retaliates by Targeting Oil Tankers and U.S. Vessels in Hormuz Strait
The IRGC announced it targeted three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and three U.S.-affiliated vessels in retaliation for earlier U.S. attacks on Iranian…
Xi in Cairo: Foreign Intervention in the Middle East Must End
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged an end to foreign intervention in the Middle East during a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo.…
Iran and U.S. Exchange Military Strikes Amid Rising Tensions
Iran and the U.S. engaged in a series of military strikes, with Iran responding to U.S. attacks on IRGC targets. The situation escalated with Iranian…
Iran's IRGC Launches Retaliatory Strikes Against U.S. Bases Following Deadly Attacks
Iran's IRGC has initiated strikes against U.S. bases in retaliation for U.S. attacks that killed five and injured over 50 in southern Iran. This escalation…
U.S. Launches Strikes on IRGC Targets Amid Explosions in Southern Iran
Multiple explosions were reported in southern Iran as the U.S. Central Command announced strikes on targets linked to the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC). This…
U.S. Forces Conduct Strikes on Iranian Military Targets, Escalating Tensions
U.S. forces conducted strikes on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets in Iran, marking an escalation in military tensions. This action follows a series of…