China slams 'selfish' US policies in Middle East
Washington's policy “sides with the strong at the expense of the weak”, says Chinese assistant foreign minister.
US Iran Rift
US Iran Rift
UAE to host European-led mission to monitor Gulf waters
Since May, tensions in the Gulf have escalated following a string of attacks on oil tankers.
US urges social media platforms to block Iran officials
The government imposed a near-total Internet blackout more than a week ago amid violent protests.
France takes aim at US inaction in Middle East
French defence minister says US's failure to respond to provocations blamed on Iran set off a dangerous chain of events.
Explainer: Protest over gasoline prices turn violent in Iran
The scale of the unrest that began on Friday remains unclear as authorities have shut down internet.
US Air Force Chief of Staff calls for Gulf Arab unity to counter Iran
Says the time to reconcile past grievances is not when a missile is "en route from Iran" — the time "is now".
UAE calls for Iran talks with world powers, region
Tensions in the Gulf have risen since attacks on oil tankers in a vital global shipping lane this summer.
Iran marks 1979 embassy siege with anti-US fervour
"They are like a lethal scorpion whose nature is to have a poisonous sting," says head of the army in a speech.
Iran has outflanked US since 1979 revolution, says Khamenei
"Nothing will come out of talking to the US," says Iran's supreme leader.
US carried out secret cyber strike on Iran in wake of Saudi oil attack: officials
The Pentagon declines to comment about the cyber strike.
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.
To die for, or from
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.