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The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Britain pulls troops from US base in Qatar as Iran threatens response to Trump

Middle East braces for US intervention in Iran and likely response from Tehran

The Independent UK

US military intervention could have ‘decisive effect’ on dynamics inside Iran, says John Bolton

John Bolton, a former national security advisor to President Trump, says he believes the US will opt for "targeted strikes" on Iran as the region braces for a militarily intervention. Trump teased American 'help is on its way.'

Euronews

Execution of condemned Iranian protester postponed, family told

Family stayed up until dawn waiting for news of Erfan Soltani who was due to be executed on Wednesday

The Guardian - UK

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Kari Lake defends blocking Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty from using US transmitter to broadcast into Iran

‘The fake news is in hyperdrive spreading lies right now about USAGM and RFE/RL broadcasting in Iran,’ Kari Lake declared in a Trumpian Facebook post this week.

The Independent UK

Why western diplomats are wary of predicting end days for Iran’s regime

Failure to foresee shah’s fall in 1979 was diplomatic disaster, but experts see little indication of mass defections now

The Guardian - UK

Swinney backs UK sanctions against ‘barbaric’ Iran regime

Scotland’s First Minister also called for the situation in Iran to be resolved by its own people amid the potential for US military action.

Evening Standard

At least 3,428 killed in Iranian security crackdown on protesters, rights group says

Meanwhile, the head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Iran was ready to respond "decisively" to its enemies, accusing the US and Israel of being behind the protests.

Euronews

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Trump ‘ready to push the button’ on airstrikes in Iran as US personnel evacuate military base

U.S. intervention in Iran is said to be ‘imminent’ after weeks of protests against the ayatollah’s regime reportedly cost more than 2,500 lives

The Independent UK

‘I worry we will be the next Libya or Iraq’: Iranians living under blackout share hopes and fears for future

‘I really think this could be it. This could be the time that Iran is freed’

The Independent UK

US lawmakers call on Donald Trump to restore internet access in Iran

Democrats and Republicans called on president to circumvent legislative process to implement ‘Freedom’ bill

The Guardian - US

Bulletin world briefing: Dozens die in Thailand train accident and Ukrainians avoid army call-up

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. Two million Ukrainian citizens wanted for evading army call-up. Dozens killed in Thailand after huge crane falls onto moving train. How Iran’s currency crashed and why things are unlikely to improve. Poland’s president says only Trump can stop…

The Independent UK

Qatar confirms personnel movement out of key US air base as a precaution amid regional tensions

Qatar has confirmed “the departure of certain personnel from Al Udeid Air Base” due to current regional tensions, after reports that the US military is evacuating a part of its key base as Washington considers military action against Iran.

Euronews

OPINION - Tom Tugendhat: Iran’s supreme leader has lost control and the days are numbered for his rule by fear

The regime is dying friendless and alone, says the UK’s former Security Minister

Evening Standard

Protests in Iran: ‘Whatever happens, the situation will be explosive’

Iran has been rocked by unprecedented unrest since late December. Protesters from all regions and social classes have taken to the streets to denounce the economic crisis and political repression, defying the regime’s blockade of internet and telecommunications.

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Barchart

Fears of Iran Escalation Lift Crude Oil Prices

February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) today is up +0.35 (+0.57%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) is down -0.0066 (-0.36%). Crude oil and gasoline prices are mixed today, with crude climbing to a 2.5-month high. Fears of an escalation in tensions in Iran, which could disrupt crude supplies from...

Euronews

Former hostage says cutting diplomatic ties with Iran will pressure regime

Former hostage in Iran and humanitarian worker Olivier Vandercaesteele says that severing diplomatic ties with Iran will put added pressure on the Islamic regime and hamper its ability to influence policymakers.

Barchart

Stocks Retreat as Big Tech Falters

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.96%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.57%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.53%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.96%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

The Independent UK

The Latest: Iranian judge signals trials and executions as activists say death toll surpasses 2,500

Iran's top judge has hinted that trials and executions are ahead as activists say the death toll from Iran's protests has risen to at least 2,586

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Axios

U.S. evacuates troops from Middle East bases as Trump weighs Iran strikes

There have been multiple high-level meetings on Iran in the past 24 hours.

Barchart

Dollar Slips as the Yen Recovers and Precious Metals Soar on Geopolitical Risks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.12%. The dollar is under pressure today after the yen rallied on jawboning from Japanese government officials. The dollar still has some negative carryover from Monday, amid concerns over Fed independence, after Fed Chair Powell said the Justice Department's threat of...

Euronews

Iran protest death toll expected to rise as Tehran blames 'terrorists'

On the 18th day of country-wide protests in Iran sparked by persistent hyperinflation leading to anger over cost of living spike, Euronews brings you the latest information amid the regime-imposed information blackout.

Evening Standard

Trump to strike Iran ‘in next 24 hours’ as US and UK military personnel withdraw from Qatar base

Tehran has threatened to target the US base if Donald Trump takes military action over Iranian regime’s lethal crackdown on anti-Government protesters

Barchart

Stocks Pressured by Tech Weakness and Iran Tensions

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.75%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.46%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.22%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.76%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Latin Times

Two In Three Latinos Support U.S. Military Intervention In Venezuela Over Ties With 'Narcoterrorism, Iran And Hezbollah'

Two in three Latinos said they support the U.S.'s military intervention in Venezuela after being told the country is a hub or narcoterrorism with ties to Iran and Hezbollah, according to a new poll.

Euronews

Iran could be blocking Starlink during internet blackout with methods similar to Russia

Iran may be using mobile signal jammers similar to those used by Russia in Ukraine, an expert says.

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