IRGC Promotes Falsehood About Trump’s Reaction to Iran’s Threat to Strait of Hormuz
Using the same anonymous sources that often cater to CNN’s interests, this outlet is now spreading a misleading narrative that claims “the Pentagon and National Security Council greatly underestimated Iran’s intent to block the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. were to attack.” This is supposedly based on ongoing operations. It’s hardly surprising to hear […]
Most People Back Trump’s Military Response to Remove Iran’s Nuclear Threat
A recent national poll indicates that most U.S. voters back President Donald Trump’s decision to employ military force to prevent Iran from developing nuclear capabilities. Interestingly, a significant 86 percent of Republican voters are in favor of this approach. Overall, 51% of likely voters would support military action to dismantle Iran’s nuclear missile initiative and […]
Trump suggests Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is likely alive but could be in poor condition.
President Trump expressed his belief that Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is “probably alive” but might have sustained injuries in what was termed “Operation Epic Fury.” “I think he probably is. I think he’s hurt, but I think he’s probably still alive in some way,” Trump remarked during a conversation with Fox News […]
Iran’s Supreme Leader Releases First Written Statement
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Addresses Speculations Iran’s recently appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, made a public statement for the first time on Thursday. This announcement, relayed by state broadcasters, is unlikely to quell ongoing rumors about Khamenei’s health—or lack thereof—as there’s still no visual proof of his existence. Speculations regarding whether he might be incapacitated […]
China and Russia complain after U.N. criticizes Iran’s actions against its neighbors
China and Russia Express Discontent Over UN Resolution Condemning Iran On Thursday, both China and Russia showed their dissatisfaction with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) after it condemned Iran’s attacks on its neighboring countries. The Security Council adopted a draft resolution put forward by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which criticized Iran for its […]
Trump alerts that Iran’s involvement in the World Cup in the US could pose risks.
Iran’s involvement in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is uncertain this week, as the sports minister suggested withdrawing the men’s soccer team from the tournament primarily set to take place in the United States. Ahmad Donyamali, Iran’s Sports Minister, stated on state television that participation has become “impossible” following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah […]
Report Misses Important Context in Story on Iran’s Drone Threat to California
ABC News Faces Backlash Over Iranian Drone Report A report by ABC News on an alleged Iranian drone threat to California initially failed to mention that the information was “unconfirmed.” The report stated, “We recently received information that as of early February 2026, Iran purportedly intends to use unmanned aerial vehicles from an unidentified vessel […]
Iran’s President Calls for ‘Reparations’ to End Conflict
Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian, who is closely aligned with the “Supreme Leader” and has remained quiet throughout the ongoing conflict with the U.S., stated on Thursday that Iran would consider ending the war if the U.S. and Israel pay “reparations” along with other conditions. Pezeshkian reportedly shared his thoughts on Twitter, as noted by Iran’s […]
Trump thinks it’s not ‘proper’ for Iran’s men’s soccer team to participate in the World Cup.
On Thursday, President Trump responded to Iran’s sports minister, indicating that Iran will not participate in this summer’s World Cup, an event co-hosted with the United States. Trump, who has maintained a close relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino, stated, “I welcome the Iranian national soccer team’s participation at the World Cup, but I really […]
Dow drops almost 600 points, oil reaches $100 as Iran’s new leader plans to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed
U.S. Stocks Decline as Oil Prices Surpass $100 On Thursday, U.S. stocks fell sharply as oil prices surged past $100. This spike followed Iran’s new supreme leader’s warning about keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed. By 11 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 590 points, which is about 1.25%. Meanwhile, both the […]