Khamenei

Trump, Iran both desperate to cut nuke deal as formula still elusive - analysis

With current remarks resembling the 2015 JCPOA deal, Trump cannot allow the deal to close without achieving some other creative concessions.

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)
The family of hostage Edan Alexander outside the home of Ron Dermer in Jerusalem on Sunder, April 13, 2025.

Hamas likely to release Israeli-American hostage within 48 hours, IDF strikes Yemen ports

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looks on during a meeting with Iranian students in Tehran, Iran, March 12, 2025.

Khamenei endorses ‘Death to America’ chants ahead of nuclear talks

 A model of an Iranian missile is seen during a gathering in Tehran, Iran, April 9, 2025

Why the Islamic Republic of Iran threatens Israel, the West, and its own people - opinion


Anxious Iranians hope nuclear talks may ease risk of US attack

Iranians are cautiously hopeful ahead of US nuclear talks, as markets rise and the rial strengthens, but fears of failure and conflict linger.

 Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian visits Iran's nuclear achievements exhibition in Tehran, Iran April 9, 2025.

AMIA prosecutor requests international arrest warrant for Khamenei

AMIA prosecutor Sebastián Basso requested an arrest warrant for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei over his alleged role in the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing.

 Illustrative image of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Why Iranians embrace Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi: Nowruz vs Ramadan, Pahlavi vs Khamenei - opinion

During the New Year celebration Nowruz, Iranians chose their old traditions, while the regime imposed mourning for Imam Ali. More and more, slogans for Reza Pahlavi as leader of a secular Iran.

 A woman poses next to an Iranian flag and photo of the Persian Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, during a protest on the day of the Munich Security Conference, in Munich, Germany February 17, 2023.

Jury convicts men after foiled Iran-funded assassination attempt of journalist

Prosecutors said Rafat Amirov and Polad Omarov were to be paid $500,000 by Iran for the assassination.

 Defendants Polad Omarev and Rafat Amirov watch as Masih Alinejad, a New York-based journalist who left Iran in 2009 and is known for outspoken criticism of the government in Tehran and its treatment of women, reacts during questioning during their trial at a courtroom in New York, U.S., March 10, 2

Khamenei: Zionist regime committing atrocious crimes, US is complicit

"This matter concerns the entire Islamic people," he added. "The Islamic Ummah should set aside their differences on various issues, and stand united against Zionist regime’s crimes in Gaza."

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting with Iranian students in Tehran, Iran, March 12, 2025.

Iran on Trump's nuclear deal letter: We see threats and opportunities

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected Trump's letter last week as deceptive, saying Trump's excessive demands would 'tighten the knot of sanctions and increase pressure on Iran.'

 US President Donald Trump and Iranian missiles (illustrative)

Trump drops two-month deadline on nuclear deal with Iran

Europeans have also warned Iran: If there is no agreement by June-July, "a significant wave of sanctions will be imposed," a source told The Jerusalem Post.

US President Donald Trump seen over an Iranian flag (illustrative)

Iran will respond to Trump letter after 'full scrutiny,' ministry spokesperson says

The Iranian spokesperson noted contradictory signals from the US, which was voicing readiness for talks while also applying new sanctions.

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting with Iranian students in Tehran, Iran, March 12, 2025.

Is Iran’s regime on the brink? Khamenei’s dialogue suggests so – opinion

Khamenei’s bluffs and threats show Iran’s growing desperation to maintain control.

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looks on during a meeting with Iranian students in Tehran, Iran, March 12, 2025.

Purim then and now: Israel's fight against modern-day Haman - editorial

From ancient Persia to today, the Jewish people have faced enemies seeking their destruction—but like in the Purim story, they continue to rise, fight, and endure.

 Isaac and Michal Herzog celebrate Purim with children from Beit Issie Shapiro on March 11, 2025.

Iran at 'extremely high level' to counter threats, Khamenei says

Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei vows to advance defense capabilities as the country launches its new aircraft carrier, Shahid Bagheri, heightening tensions with Israel and the US.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei visits a defense exhibition in Tehran, Iran, February 12, 2025