2026-08-06 13:45 • Rudaw24
Iranian Army Threatens U.S. and Israel Amid Alert
Iran's army issues threats against Trump and Israel, goes on full combat alert, and deploys new equipment and restored air defenses.
The army of the terrorist Iranian regime is making threats against Trump and Israel. It is on full combat alert, with new equipment being deployed. Restored air defense systems have entered service. The move escalates rhetoric between Tehran and Washington. Regional allies are on edge.
2026-08-06 13:45 • Rudaw24
Iran Demands U.S. Commitments Before Reopening Hormuz
The Iranian regime demands that the U.S. fulfill obligations before any deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Omani mediation continues.
The terrorist Iranian regime says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is near, but insists the U.S. fulfill obligations first. Oman continues to mediate the talks. No specifics on the U.S. commitments were disclosed. The strait has seen increased military activity. International pressure mounts for a resolution to ensure global energy security.
2026-08-06 13:45 • Rudaw24
Iran Claims Hormuz Safe Passage Deal Near
Tehran says an agreement on transit through the Strait of Hormuz is close, but ties reopening to unspecified U.S. steps, with Oman mediating.
Tehran says an agreement on transit through the Strait of Hormuz is close, but insists the United States first meet its commitments. Oman is mediating the talks. The deal aims to ensure safe passage for vessels after recent tensions disrupted maritime traffic. No details on the required U.S. steps were provided. The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions.
2026-08-01 23:23 • Rudaw24
Allied Withdrawal from Kurdistan and Weapons Transfer Amid Iranian Attacks
U.S. forces withdraw from Kurdistan, removing weapons as Iran intensifies attacks on the region.
American troops have pulled out from areas in Erbil, taking a large cache of weapons. The withdrawal coincides with Iranian drone and missile strikes. Kurdish security officials express concern over reduced protection. The region braces for further instability. Washington says the move is part of a strategic realignment.
2026-08-01 23:23 • Rudaw24
Trump’s Betrayal Blueprint: From Kurds to Ukraine, Israel Beware
A U.S. general's warning on Israel defense highlights Trump's pattern of abandoning allies, including Kurds.
A senior US general cautioned that forces are insufficient to protect Israel. Analysts point to Trump's history of withdrawing support for Kurds and Ukraine. The pattern raises doubts about long-term commitments. Israel may face similar abandonment if political winds shift. Allies remain wary.
2026-08-01 23:23 • Rudaw24
Iraq Pledges to Enhance Air Defenses Amid Regional Tensions
Baghdad vows to strengthen air defense following reported US and Saudi strikes, raising concerns over Iranian influence.
Iraq's government announced plans to upgrade its air defense systems. The decision comes after joint US-Saudi operations against Iran-backed targets. Critics highlight the Iranian regime's sway over Iraqi armed forces. Baghdad seeks to balance sovereignty and regional pressures. Security remains fragile.
2026-08-01 23:23 • Rudaw24
Drone Strikes Hit Near Kurdish Opposition in Sulaimani
Drone strikes targeted an Iranian Kurdish opposition group in Sulaimani, Kurdistan, in the latest attack by Iran on dissidents.
Unmanned aerial vehicles struck near a base of the Kurdistan Democratic Party of Iran. No casualties were immediately reported. The attack follows a pattern of Iranian cross-border operations. Kurdish officials condemn the violation. Tensions in eastern Kurdistan remain volatile.
2026-08-01 23:23 • Rudaw24
Trump Weighs Strikes on Iranian Energy Sites Amid Rising Tensions
The Trump administration is considering military strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure within days, as Tehran accuses Washington of escalation.
President Trump is reportedly evaluating targeted strikes on Iranian oil and nuclear facilities. The move follows heightened rhetoric between Washington and Tehran. Iran warns of severe consequences if attacked. Regional allies are on high alert. The Pentagon has prepared contingency plans.
2026-07-31 22:16 • Rudaw24
Iranian Drone Hits Kurdish Forces Near Erbil
Attack targets Eastern Kurdistan units, breaching Iraq's sovereignty.
A drone operated by the Iranian regime struck Kurdish forces of Eastern Kurdistan near Erbil. The attack is a clear violation of Iraq's territorial integrity. Local officials condemned the strike as an act of aggression. It comes amid a pattern of Iranian cross-border attacks on Kurdish groups. The Kurdish forces were targeted while in a camp south of the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan. No group has claimed responsibility, but Iran has a history of such operations.
2026-07-31 22:16 • Rudaw24
Iran Strikes US-Escorted Tankers, Trump Convenes War Cabinet
Attack in Strait of Hormuz heightens risk of military confrontation with US.
Iranian forces struck tankers under US naval escort in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump immediately gathered his cabinet for emergency discussions. The attack threatens global oil supplies and transit security. No casualties have been reported yet among US personnel. The Pentagon is considering a range of responses, including military action. This incident marks a sharp escalation in US-Iran tensions.
2026-07-31 22:16 • Rudaw24
Iran Strikes Bases of Eastern Kurdish Parties Again
Renewed drone and artillery attacks target Kurdish opposition in northern Iraq.
Iran's regime carried out fresh attacks on bases belonging to Kurdish parties of Eastern Kurdistan in South Kurdistan. The assault included drones and artillery fire, according to local sources. These groups have been campaigning for Kurdish rights. Iran views them as terrorist organizations. The attacks violate Iraqi territory and have drawn condemnation from Kurdish leaders.
2026-07-31 22:16 • Rudaw24
Iranian Forces Kill Dozens in Bukan, Kurdish City
Security forces open fire on citizens, sparking outrage across Kurdistan.
Dozens of Kurdish citizens were shot dead by Iranian security forces in Bukan city. The incident has prompted widespread anger and concern among Kurdish communities. Details remain scarce, but witnesses claim the crackdown was brutal. Human rights groups have called for an international investigation. This is the latest in a series of violent suppressions against Kurds in Iran.