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Iranian Supreme Leader’s Niece ‘Arrested’ After Praising Ex-Royalty
Moradkhani, a daughter of Khamenei's sister, is known in Iran for her activism against the death penalty and for civil freedoms in the country.
Iran Says Time for U.S. To Make ‘Political Decisions’ in Nuclear Talks
Tehran calls on Washington to ‘announce its decisions on removing sanctions and the remaining issues,’ predicting this will result in a ‘lasting, reliable agreement’
Iran Publishes Video Depicting Trump Assassination, Revenge for Soleimani
A video depicts Iran taking "revenge against the murderers and those who ordered the martyrdom of [Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force commander Qassem] Soleimani."
U.S. Military Links Prolific Hacking Group to Iranian Intelligence
The group has also tried to breach organizations in North America, but there is less publicly available information on those hacks.
Twitter Allows Iranian Threats to Assassinate Former President Trump
Lawmakers accuse social media platform of double standard
After ‘Death to America’ Chant, Iranian Athletes Want to Cancel Wrestling Match
An organization of world-class Iranian athletes is urging USA Wrestling to cancel a February match with Iran's squad after "Death to America" chants.
Iran Calls for Release of Afghan Funds During Taliban Envoy’s Visit
Hardline Islamist Taliban insurgents took control of Afghanistan on Aug. 15 as U.S. and other foreign forces withdrew after a 20-year presence in support of its Western-backed Kabul government.
Iran Hosts Crucial Meeting Involving Afghan Rivals
The Taliban are under pressure from neighboring countries and the global community at large to promote national political reconciliation and form an inclusive government that respects human rights of all Afghans before the world considers granting legitimacy to the rule in Kabul.
Iranian Judiciary Workers Protest for Higher Pay in Rare Demonstration
AFP reported protesters chanting, "If our problem is not resolved, we will shut down the justice system!"
U.S. Warns Iran of Severe Consequences If Americans Attacked
Iran's sanctions included U.S. General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It also included former White House national security adviser Robert O'Brien.