The Middle East is on a knife-edge. In a move that has sent shockwaves from Washington to Israel, Iran has officially thrown down its "nuclear armour". Senior advisor Ali Shamkhani just declared a total ban on transferring Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile abroad, effectively killing a Russian-brokered deal before it even began. With 60% enriched uranium sitting on Iranian soil, the "Nuclear Red Line" has been drawn. While the US and Israel demand the total removal of these materials, Tehran is signaling a different path; a conditional reduction to 20% enrichment, but only if the West blinks first. WATCH
04 February,2026 02:05 AM ISTTensions between Iran and the United States have entered a new phase after senior Iranian parliamentary leader Hamidreza Haji Babaei issued a stark warning referencing a “third mistake” by Washington, language that has triggered widespread global concern and diplomatic alarm. The remarks, which include references to “funeral prayers” for President Trump and a guaranteed response to any future hostile action, are being interpreted as a strategic message aimed at both external deterrence and internal political consolidation. Iranian leadership framed the rhetoric as a response to alleged past military actions, security operations and Western interference narratives. WATCH
04 February,2026 01:38 AM ISTA powerful magnitude 6.1 earthquake has struck western Turkey, sending shockwaves through Balikesir province and causing buildings to collapse again in Sindirgi — a city already scarred by past tremors. The quake was felt across Istanbul, Bursa, Manisa, and Izmir, forcing terrified residents into the streets. Officials confirm no deaths so far, but 22 injuries were reported as panic gripped the region.
28 October,2025 02:26 PM ISTA 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul, rattling buildings and sending residents running into the streets. Authorities report no immediate major damage, but inspections are underway. The quake hit near Marmaraereglisi on a faultline long seen as a threat to the city of 16 million, reviving fears after Turkey’s deadly 2023 megaquake.
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