Amir Daftari

2 days ago | newsweek.com | Amir Daftari

Amid ongoing nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States, an Iranian lawmaker has called on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to reconsider the country's nuclear weapons ban should talks fail to yield sanctions relief, according to state media. Nadergholi Ebrahimi's remarks, delivered during a parliamentary session on Monday, come as U.S. President Donald Trump embarks on a Middle East tour, focusing on economic partnerships while regional tensions escalate.

2 days ago | newsweek.com | Amir Daftari

Newly released satellite imagery reveals significant structural damage to Pakistan's Nur Khan Air Base in Rawalpindi following precision airstrikes conducted by India under " Operation Sindoor." The images, analyzed by open-source intelligence, reveal an extensive impact on the base's runway and infrastructure. These strikes were part of India's broader military response to escalating cross-border hostilities, including drone and missile attacks from Pakistan.

2 days ago | newsweek.com | Amir Daftari

Iran and the United States concluded a tense fourth round of nuclear negotiations on Sunday in Oman, with President Donald Trump threatening military action if a deal is not reached. The three-hour meeting took place just days before Trump's Tuesday visit to the Middle East and against the backdrop of tensions over Iran's growing stockpile of near-weapons-grade uranium. Newsweek has reached out to the State Department and Iran's foreign ministry for comment.

5 days ago | newsweek.com | Amir Daftari

The relationship between the United States and Iran has become increasingly volatile in recent weeks, marked by a series of military provocations, stalled nuclear talks, and shifting diplomatic dynamics. Both nations continue to face off over issues ranging from Iran's nuclear ambitions to its expanding military capabilities and influence in the Middle East. While both sides have expressed a desire to avoid full-scale war, several developments suggest the risk of direct conflict is rising.

5 days ago | newsweek.com | Amir Daftari

Amid heightened hostilities between India and Pakistan, unverified claims of an Indian naval strike on Karachi Port have flooded social media. The Karachi Port Trust quickly discredited the reports, attributing the posts to a hack of its official account. No official confirmation of an attack has been made, and Pakistan's government has not reported any damage to the port. The viral rumors emerged as both nations accuse each other of cross-border provocations, raising alarm across the region.