US carried out secret cyber strike on Iran in wake of Saudi oil attack: officials
The Pentagon declines to comment about the cyber strike.
US Iran Rift
US Iran Rift
Iran says oil tanker struck by rockets off Saudi Arabia
No word from Saudi Arabia on the reported attack.
Saudi crown prince says war with Iran would gut world economy
Asked point-blank if he ordered the killing of Jamal Khashoggi, MBS says: "Absolutely not. This was a heinous crime."
Editorial: Despite the risks, Pakistan can play a major role for peace with a diplomatic coup in the Gulf
The alternative — of tensions boiling over — paints a grim scenario for the entire region.
PM Imran says he is mediating with Iran after Trump asked him to help
The premier says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had also asked him to talk to Rouhani.
Iran's Rouhani says open to discuss small changes to 2015 deal if sanctions lifted
“As long as Iran's menacing behavior continues sanctions will not be lifted, they will be tightened," says Trump.
Iran says seized British-flagged tanker 'free' to leave
Iranian government spokesman doesn't specify when the Swedish-owned vessel will be allowed to set sail.
Rouhani heads to UN in quest to win Iran support against US
"It is essential for us to take part in the UN General Assembly and talk at various levels," says Iranian president.
Iran denies successful cyber attacks on oil sector
"Data are consistent with a cyber attack or unplanned technical incident on affected networks."
Iran issues 'battlefield' warning as US deploys troops
slamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander Major General Hossein Salami says Iran is “ready for any type of scenario”.
US sending more troops to Gulf; Trump announces Iran sanctions
Pentagon chief says the US will send military reinforcements to the Gulf region at the request of Saudi Arabia and UAE.
Iranian FM warns US or Saudi attack would trigger 'all-out war'
Says we don't want war but won't blink to defend our territory.
Trump sees many options short of war with Iran as Pompeo backs Saudis' ‘right to defend’
“There are many options. There’s the ultimate option and there are options that are a lot less than that," says Trump.
UAE says joining global maritime security coalition
Saudi Arabia said on Wednesday it will join the same coalition.
US imposes more curbs on Iran, Saudis show attack ‘evidence’
Trump gives no explanation in a brief Twitter post announcing the order for an increase in sanctions on Iran.
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The Iranians have made a timely shift towards China.
Saudi says Iranian sponsorship of attack undeniable, displays arms
“The attack was launched from the north and unquestionably sponsored by Iran.”
Oil slips after Saudi Arabia says to restore output but risks remain
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday said that full production will be restored by month's end.
Khamenei rules out talks with Washington as tensions rise
"The policy of ‘maximum pressure’ against the Iranian nation is worthless," says Khamenei.
Trump singles out Iran for Saudi oil attacks but says he does not want war
A day after saying US was “locked and loaded” to respond to the incident, Trump says there is “no rush” to do so.
Trump says US 'locked and loaded' in response to Saudi oil facilities attack
Iran calls the US claims “maximum lies”, threatens American forces in the region.
Trump-Rouhani meeting possible despite Saudi attacks: WH
"I’ll allow the president (Trump) to announce a meeting or a non-meeting," says Kellyanne Conway.
Iran rejects US claim it was behind Saudi oil strikes, says ready for war
“All American bases and their aircraft carriers around Iran up to 2,000km away are within the range of our missiles.”
US won't rule out Trump-Rouhani meeting after blaming Iran for Saudi attacks
White House adviser says the attacks "did not help" prospects for a meeting during UNGA but leaves the possibility open.
'Blaming Iran won't end disaster,' says Foreign Minister Zarif after US blames Tehran for Saudi attacks
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo directly blamed Iran for the attack, without offering evidence to support his claim.
Attacks on Saudi oil facilities knock out half the kingdom's supply
The pre-dawn strikes follow earlier cross-border attacks on Saudi oil installations and on oil tankers in Gulf waters.
Iran is where the US-China trade conflict seems to be heading
China’s agreement to massively finance Iran’s development is an extension of its Belt and Road Initiative.
Iran urges US to 'put warmongers aside' after Bolton firing
Hassan Rouhani's remarks signal approval of President Donald Trump's abrupt dismissal of John Bolton.
Trump signals possibility of meeting with Iran as security hawk Bolton exits
"The president has made clear, he is happy to take a meeting with no preconditions," says Mnuchin.
'Time is of the essence' in Iran co-operation: UN nuclear watchdog
IAEA stresses the need for Iran to respond promptly to agency questions.