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  1. 27 Feb 2026, 07:16·

    JD Vance, the Vice President of the United States, discussed his views on the possibility of U.S. military action against the Islamic Republic in an interview with The Washington Post on Thursday, stating that "there is no possibility" that such an attack would lead to a prolonged war in the Middle East.

    In this interview, Vance mentioned that potential military action could serve as a deterrent to prevent the Islamic Republic from acquiring nuclear weapons, unless the issue is resolved through diplomacy.

    Vance rejected "the notion that we are going to be engaged in a war in the Middle East for years without any prospect for an end," emphasizing that "there is no possibility that such a thing will happen."

    When a Washington Post reporter referenced his past criticisms of the Iraq War and asked Vance if he ever thought he would be part of a government considering regime change, he laughed and replied that life is "full of unexpected twists and turns." He also described Trump as "a president with an America-first approach."

    The Vice President added, "I think we need to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past. At the same time, we shouldn't overgeneralize the lessons of the past."

    According to him, "Just because a president made a mistake in a military conflict doesn't mean we should never engage in military conflict again. We need to act cautiously, and in my opinion, the president is proceeding with caution."

    JD Vance reiterated that the U.S. government prefers the current deadlock to be resolved through diplomacy, but added that this "depends on the actions and statements of the Islamic Republic."
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  2. 27 Feb 2026, 03:50·

    ♦️ Reuters reported, citing the news website "MS NOW," that Badr al-Busaidi, the Foreign Minister of Oman, will meet on Friday, March 8, in Washington with JD Vance, the Vice President of the United States, and other senior officials. This sensitive meeting, which was not announced in advance, is likely another attempt by Oman to prevent a U.S. military attack on Iran.

    This meeting takes place one day after negotiations between Tehran and Washington in Geneva, which were mediated by al-Busaidi and held at the Omani embassy.
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  3. 26 Feb 2026, 20:21·

    Iraqchi: We have seriously engaged in the elements of an agreement

    The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic announced after the end of this round of negotiations with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, representatives of the United States, that more than six hours of "indirect" negotiations took place between Tehran and Washington, calling it one of the "most serious" discussions between the parties.

    Abbas Iraqchi stated that the Foreign Minister of Oman and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency were the mediators of the negotiations on Thursday in Geneva. The Iranian Foreign Minister announced that there was "good progress in these negotiations and we have seriously engaged in the elements of an agreement, both in the nuclear field and in the area of sanctions."

    He also announced that starting next Monday, the "technical teams" of both sides will begin their work in the city of Vienna at the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency, and regarding the next round of negotiations between Iran and the U.S., he mentioned that it will likely take place in about a week.
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  4. 26 Feb 2026, 19:05·

    Badr al-Busaidi, the Foreign Minister of Oman, announced on Thursday evening, March 7, via a message on X, the conclusion of the third round of negotiations and stated that technical discussions will be held next week in Vienna.
    The Omani Foreign Minister emphasized the progress in the Geneva talks, writing: "We concluded the negotiations a day after significant progress in discussions between the United States and Iran. We will resume negotiations soon after consultations in the relevant capitals."
    Al-Busaidi added: "Technical negotiations will be held next week in Vienna."
    The Associated Press reported on Thursday evening that Oman has requested both the Iranian and American sides to extend the negotiations in Geneva for one more day and continue tomorrow.
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  5. 26 Feb 2026, 19:05·

    Barak Ravid, an Axios reporter, wrote on Thursday evening, coinciding with the ongoing negotiations between representatives of the Islamic Republic and the United States in Geneva, citing an informed source at Axios: Jared Kushner and Steve Vitkoff, special envoys from the White House, were disappointed by what they heard from the Iranians during the morning negotiation session.

    The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday that the United States has made a proposal to Tehran, under which the Islamic Republic must destroy three of its nuclear sites and hand over all of its enriched uranium reserves.

    On the other hand, an official from the Islamic Republic told Al Jazeera that the principle of permanently halting enrichment, dismantling nuclear facilities, and transferring uranium reserves from Iran has been rejected.
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  6. 26 Feb 2026, 18:07·

    Fire continues in the industrial town of Abadan;
    Fire Department: The fire is under control

    The head of the Fire Department and Safety Services of Abadan Municipality stated regarding the fire in an industrial unit in the industrial town of this city: "Firefighting operations are underway, and so far, no injuries or fatalities have been reported."
    Ali Ahmadian mentioned that this extensive fire occurred at 5:00 PM on Thursday, March 7, at Shams Javid, a polymer manufacturer in the industrial town of Abadan.
    The head of the Fire Department and Safety Services of Abadan Municipality said: The fire is under control and is likely to be completely extinguished within an hour.
    The cause of the fire is still unknown, and according to the head of the Abadan Fire Department, no injuries or fatalities related to this incident have been reported so far.
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  7. 26 Feb 2026, 15:05·

    Ismail Baqaei, the spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, emphasized on Thursday afternoon in Geneva that the topic of negotiations with the United States is solely nuclear.
    Baqaei told the Islamic Republic's state broadcaster: "The subject of the negotiation is only nuclear, and its outcome is clear."
    He also added that any agreement must include the lifting of sanctions.
    The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry also announced the introduction of new proposals, stating: "Initiatives have been raised that need to be consulted with the capitals, and a better summary can be achieved at the end of the negotiations."
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  8. 26 Feb 2026, 14:35·

    Axios reports that negotiations between the United States and the Islamic Republic, which began this morning in Geneva, concluded after three hours. The Foreign Minister of Oman has announced that the talks will resume later today after a break.

    According to the report, the third round of negotiations is being held in two formats: indirect talks mediated by Badr al-Busaidi, the Foreign Minister of Oman, who conveys messages between the two sides, as well as direct meetings between the American and Iranian negotiators. Axios writes that the Islamic Republic delegation has presented its expected draft proposal for the nuclear agreement. In addition to the Foreign Minister of Oman, Rafael Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has also been present in the negotiations.

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    On Thursday, March 7, the Omani Foreign Minister expressed hope for progress in the negotiations between the Islamic Republic and the United States, writing in a post on X: "Today in Geneva, we were engaged in exchanging creative and positive ideas." Al-Busaidi added, "The American and Iranian negotiators have concluded the session for a break. We will resume negotiations again today. We hope for further progress."

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    A senior official of the Islamic Republic described the negotiations with the U.S. in Geneva on Thursday as "intense and serious" in an interview with Reuters. He stated that new ideas have been raised during the negotiations, but some differences remain. He added that these ideas require consultation with Tehran. This senior official of the Islamic Republic also emphasized that reaching a framework agreement is possible, provided that the U.S. "seriously separates nuclear and non-nuclear issues."

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    The Wall Street Journal reported that American negotiators are expected to ask the Islamic Republic to dismantle three main sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan and to hand over all of its enriched uranium during the Geneva negotiations. The Wall Street Journal noted that the U.S. is offering a minimal lifting of sanctions as part of a potential agreement with the Islamic Republic.

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  9. 26 Feb 2026, 00:48·

    Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State, announced that the nuclear and missile programs of the Islamic Republic pose a serious threat to the United States and its interests.

    He told reporters on Wednesday night, Washington time, that the President of the United States always prefers to pursue a path of negotiation, but "everyone should know that the Iranian regime has long been a very serious threat to America." Rubio identified Tehran's nuclear program as the most significant threat and claimed that Iran is attempting to rebuild parts of its facilities after their destruction in U.S. attacks. According to him, the Islamic Republic is currently not enriching uranium but is striving to reach a stage where it can resume these activities.

    He also described Iran's missile program as a direct threat to U.S. bases and its allies in the region, including in the UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain, adding that Tehran, with its naval capabilities, also challenges U.S. shipping and possesses weapons that could be used against Americans.
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  10. 25 Feb 2026, 18:49·

    Witkoff: Current US-Iran negotiations are currently focused on nuclear issues

    Axios reported that Steve Witkoff, the special envoy of the US President, said in a private meeting on Tuesday that the Trump administration is asking the Islamic Republic to accept that any future nuclear agreement remains in effect indefinitely. This was stated by an American official and two other sources familiar with his remarks.

    According to the 2015 agreement, which Trump canceled, most restrictions on Iran's nuclear program were set to gradually expire between eight to 25 years after signing. Iran also committed to never pursue nuclear weapons.

    Removing such sunset clauses (the sunset provisions in the JCPOA) could strengthen the agreement and make it easier for Trump to sell it domestically as an upgraded version of the Obama agreement.

    According to sources, Witkoff told a group of AIPAC supporters in Washington: "We start from the premise with the Iranians that there are no sunset clauses. Whether we reach an agreement or not, our premise is this: you must behave this way for the rest of your life."

    Witkoff also stated that the current US-Iran negotiations are focused on nuclear issues for now, but if an agreement is reached, the Trump administration is willing to hold subsequent discussions about Iran's missile program and support for proxy forces. He added that at that stage, the US wants other regional countries to participate in the negotiations. Link
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  11. 25 Feb 2026, 18:46·

    Abbas Araqchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic, stated in an interview with "India Today" that Donald Trump rejected claims about the development of Iranian missiles capable of reaching U.S. territory, saying, "Unfortunately, Donald Trump has fallen victim to fake news." He pointed to the U.S. President's remarks about the Islamic Republic's missile program and the issue of enrichment, claiming that the range of Iran's missiles has been "deliberately" limited to 2,000 kilometers and that this capability is defensive in nature. Araqchi asserted that Iran's missiles are designed for deterrence and defense of the country and have no offensive purpose. He also commented on recent conflicts, stating that Iran was not the initiator and assessed its actions within the framework of "legitimate defense."
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    Abbas Araqchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic, told India Today that Donald Trump mentioned a figure of 32,000 casualties from the protests in Iran, but the published list of names shows the number of victims to be 3,117, which is "very regrettable." Araqchi added, "Negotiation and diplomacy are the only options. We are ready to address concerns, but we are not willing to give up our right to the peaceful use of nuclear technology."
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  12. 25 Feb 2026, 18:44·

    JD Vance, the Vice President of the United States, in an interview with Fox News, responded to the question of whether preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons means the removal of the leader of the Islamic Republic, stating that the decision on this matter is up to the President of the United States.

    He emphasized that Washington's main goal is to ensure that Iran does not obtain nuclear weapons, and ultimately, Donald Trump will decide how to achieve this goal.

    Vance reiterated that the United States prefers to resolve this issue through diplomacy, but if necessary, other options are also available to the President of the United States.
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  13. 25 Feb 2026, 18:40·

    ⚠️ The bloody bodies of the citizens killed in #Najafabad

    The received images with the caption: "In the first video, #AmirHossein_Khodadadi and #Mohsen_Abbasi, both 21 years old, are seen being shot dead directly in front of Police Station 12 on Thursday, January 18."
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    The third, fourth, and fifth videos were filmed by Mohsen Abbasi himself, whose face can be seen in the last images.

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  14. 25 Feb 2026, 16:51·

    Replying to message #70889

    JD Vance, a deputy of Donald Trump, told Fox News: "I hope the Iranians take the negotiations on Thursday seriously."
    JD Vance added that Donald Trump still prefers a diplomatic solution with Iran.
    He emphasized: "Trump has made it as clear as possible that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons and will strive to achieve this goal through diplomacy."
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  15. 25 Feb 2026, 16:07·

    🔸Students from several universities in Iran have gathered for the fifth consecutive day despite a severe security atmosphere. On Wednesday, March 6, gatherings took place at the University of Art in Iran, Pars University of Art and Architecture, Beheshti University, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Shiraz University, and Kharazmi University in Tehran.

    🔸The head of the judiciary of the Islamic Republic threatened that following the protests at several universities in the country, the judiciary would intervene, thus "the cost will increase." Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei stated on Wednesday, March 6, that the judiciary had warned the ministers of science and health about the need for "organizing and controlling" student protests, saying: "Our expectation is that if a crime has occurred in the university environment, the relevant authorities should report the cases for appropriate action to the judiciary; otherwise, we will personally intervene as per our legal duty, and naturally, the cost will increase."

    🔸The newspaper "Shargh" reported that at least 180 students at universities in Tehran have been summoned to disciplinary committees following recent protests. According to this report, since Tuesday, March 3, at least 180 students have received text messages stating that their presence at recent gatherings was "against educational and disciplinary regulations," and they are not allowed to enter the university until the disciplinary committee meeting is held.

    🔸As an Iranian delegation heads to Geneva for the third round of negotiations with the United States, Masoud Pezeshkian stated that there is a "good outlook" for these talks. He added: "We have tried to manage the situation under the guidance of the Supreme Leader to remove the atmosphere of neither war nor peace from the country." Iranian media reported on Wednesday, March 6, that Abbas Araghchi, the foreign minister of the Islamic Republic, has left for Geneva, Switzerland, at the head of the Iranian delegation for the third round of negotiations with the United States, scheduled for Friday, February 26.

    🔸Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, reacted to Donald Trump's remarks in the U.S. Congress, stating: "All options are on the table; both dignified diplomacy and deterrent defense." Ismail Baghaei, the spokesperson for the Islamic Republic's Foreign Ministry, wrote on X hours after the annual speech of the U.S. President titled "State of the Union," that Trump's comments about Iran's nuclear program, Iran's intercontinental ballistic missiles, and the number of casualties from the protests in December "are nothing but a repetition of a series of big lies."

    🔸The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Islamic Republic's ambassador in The Hague and protested against the seizure and inspection of a Dutch diplomat's suitcase at Tehran's international airport. According to Dutch officials, this suitcase was confiscated upon the diplomat's arrival in Tehran, and the Netherlands considers this action a violation of international rules regarding "diplomatic immunity" and "immunity of diplomatic baggage and cargo." The Netherlands has also demanded the immediate return of the confiscated belongings of this diplomat. In contrast, some media outlets in Iran reported that "unauthorized communication equipment" was found in this suitcase, including satellite phones and equipment related to satellite internet. Dutch officials have denied these claims, stating that even if such allegations were made, the handling of diplomatic luggage should have been done according to diplomatic rules.

    🔸The first translator of the Cyrus Charter into Persian has passed away. Abdolmajid Arfaei, a prominent researcher and specialist in ancient languages, died on Wednesday, March 6, after a period of respiratory illness in Tehran. Abdolmajid Arfaei, born on September 1, 1939, in Bandar Abbas, was one of the most important specialists in Akkadian and Elamite languages and one of the last surviving translators of Elamite cuneiform in the world. He was the first Iranian to study this field professionally and spent years studying and translating Elamite texts under Richard Hell's supervision at the Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago.

    🔸Radio Farda has learned that the head of the NHK radio and television network in Japan has been arrested and transferred to Ward 7 of Evin Prison on March 4. Reports indicate that Shinosuke Kawashima was arrested on January 20 following the crackdown on nationwide protests in Iran by security forces, but there is no information available regarding the reason for his arrest. He was seen on the morning of Tuesday, March 5, in the hall of Ward 7 of this prison, where political prisoners are held. A spokesperson for the Japanese government told reporters in Tokyo that a Japanese citizen was arrested in Tehran on January 20 (January 30), but refrained from providing further details on the matter.

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  16. 25 Feb 2026, 04:08·

    Statements made by the President of the United States in his annual speech about Iran.

    Donald Trump, midway through his speech, referred to the wars he claimed to have ended and spoke about Iran, saying: "As President, wherever peace can be established, I will do so, but if America is threatened anywhere, I do not hesitate to respond. That is why, last June, in the breathtaking operation 'Midnight Hammer,' the U.S. military attacked Iranian territory and destroyed Iran's nuclear weapons program. For decades, U.S. policy has been to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons."

    The President of the United States continued: "Since 47 years ago, when they took control of that proud country, this regime and its murderous affiliated forces have exported nothing but terrorism, death, and hatred. They have killed and injured thousands of American soldiers and hundreds of thousands or millions of people with roadside bombs. They are the kings of roadside bombs. During my first term, we killed Soleimani. He was the father of roadside bombs. And just recently, they killed at least 32,000 protesters in their own country. They shot them and hanged them. We prevented many executions through threats. They are bad people. They have now succeeded in building missiles that threaten Europe and our bases abroad. They are working on missiles that can reach the United States."

    Mr. Trump also referred to the attack last summer on Iran's nuclear facilities, saying: "After 'Midnight Hammer,' they were warned not to rebuild their weapons program. Especially not to build nuclear weapons. However, they did it, we destroyed it, and they started again. And now they have resumed their ambitions regarding their evil nuclear program. We are negotiating with them, and they want an agreement, but we have not heard those sacred words saying, 'We will not have nuclear weapons.'"

    In conclusion, he said about Iran: "My preference is to solve their problem through diplomacy, but one thing I am sure of: I will never allow the world's biggest sponsor of terrorism to acquire nuclear weapons."
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  17. 25 Feb 2026, 04:08·

    Chuck Schumer, the senior senator from New York and the Democratic minority leader in the Senate, spoke briefly to reporters on Tuesday evening after a meeting with Marco Rubio, Secretary of State and National Security Advisor to Donald Trump, and John Ratcliffe, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency - CIA, about tensions with Iran. He said: "This (Iran) is a very serious issue, and the White House must share its plan with the people."
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  18. 24 Feb 2026, 20:42·

    ⚠️ The brutal abduction of a woman by armed masked government agents

    Received video with description: Fardis, Alborz Province, Thursday, January 8
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  19. 24 Feb 2026, 20:28·

    ⚠️ The body of a young man
    Received images with the caption: 'On Thursday, January 8, shots were fired at this man who was standing in front of me near Meydon 43 Haft-Hoz Narmak #Tehran.'
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  20. 24 Feb 2026, 19:53·

    Moment of the Army Helicopter Crash in the Fruit and Vegetable Market of Darcheh City

    Following the crash of an Islamic Republic of Iran Army helicopter in the Khomeini Shahr fruit and vegetable market, four people, including the pilot, co-pilot, and two stallholders, lost their lives.
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  21. 24 Feb 2026, 17:56·

    Protests at several universities in Tehran entered their fourth day on Tuesday, March 5. Images and videos of large student gatherings at Alzahra, Sharif, Kharazmi, Tarbiat Modares, Art, Science and Industry, Tehran, Soreh, and Pars universities have been published. Videos shared on social media show students chanting various slogans against the Iranian government at these universities.

    According to visual reports, in some of these gatherings, flags of the lion and sun were raised by students. The videos also depict clashes between Basij forces and protesting students, with the most severe reported at the Science and Industry University. Reports from student Telegram channels indicate that during the gathering at Beheshti University, Basij forces clashed with a number of students, resulting in injuries to several students. It has been reported from Kharazmi University that Basij forces escalated the student gathering to "violence" by firing tear gas and pepper spray.

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    "Beheshti is done/ It's called national now"
    "The king is coming to his country/ Students are behind him"
    "A student dies/ Will not accept humiliation"
    "Imprisoned student/ Must be freed"
    "Long live the king"
    "Women, life, freedom"
    "This is the last battle/ Pahlavi will return"
    "Freedom, freedom, freedom"
    "Death to the three corrupt/ Mullah, leftist, Mujahid"
    "Death to the dictator"
    "Khamenei is a murderer/ His government is illegitimate"
    "Reza Shah/ May your soul rest in peace"
    "Until the cleric is buried/ This homeland will not be a homeland."
    "Khamenei, the tyrant/ We will bury you underground"
    "This year is the year of blood/ Seyed Ali will fall"
    "Haydar, Haydar, their slogan/ Crime is their pride"
    "I swear by the blood of our comrades/ We stand until the end"
    "Basij, Sepah/ You are our ISIS"
    "Khamenei the murderer/ What a vain hope"
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    I took the above videos from social media because the volume of videos received on these topics is so high that just watching them would take several days, and since they are so numerous that they are reflected in all other sources as well, my priority is to spend time on unread messages related to the events of December, as they may contain documents that have not been sent anywhere else. I have set up automated channels where news like university events can be followed. For example, today's videos can be viewed from this post down: @VahidOOnLine

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  22. 24 Feb 2026, 17:55·

    🔸The Deputy Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic said on Tuesday, March 5, that Iran is ready to take any necessary steps to reach an agreement with the United States. Majid Takht-Ravanchi, who was interviewed by NPR in the lead-up to the third round of negotiations between Tehran and Washington, stated that any U.S. attack on Iran is "a real gamble" and added that Tehran is prepared to reach an agreement with Washington as soon as possible. Regarding a potential U.S. attack, he said, "We will respond according to our defense plans" and "everyone should know that starting a war may be easy, but ending it is not."

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    🔸Reactions to the statement from the People's Mujahedin Organization, which claimed that about "250 members" of the organization attacked the office and residence of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic in central Tehran, continue. The organization announced in its statement last night that its forces attacked this location early Monday morning and caused damage, but "100 of them" were killed or arrested. The People's Mujahedin Organization stated that their operation or attack began at dawn and continued until the afternoon of Monday, March 4, at the "Motahari Complex" within the residence of the Supreme Leader. The statement added that "150 out of the 250 members of this organization returned safely to their bases." Some Iranian news agencies have denied reports regarding this incident. Ahmad Bakhshaei Ardestani, a member of the National Security Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, said, "I doubt they can carry out such actions. However, I am not specifically aware of this news and do not know if such an event occurred."

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    🔸Yesterday, news emerged about the hacking of the Sharif University of Technology's website, with the logos of some of its pages changed to the pre-revolution version, namely "Arya Mehr University of Technology." The university's public relations office announced this morning, Tuesday, March 5, that following a series of "cyber attacks" on the university's main site, it has been temporarily taken offline "to protect data and prevent any potential damage."

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    🔸On Monday, hours after news circulated on social media that a text message stating "The President of the United States is a man of action" was sent to thousands of mobile numbers in Iran, the Fars news agency confirmed the report. Fars, which is close to the Revolutionary Guards, wrote that one of the mass messaging systems in the country had been hacked. The text message, which Fars reported was sent to 50,000 numbers, read: "To the oppressed people of Iran, the President of the United States is a man of action; you will see soon."

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    🔸Lindsey Graham, a senior Republican senator, praised Donald Trump's efforts in using diplomacy towards Iran on the eve of the new round of negotiations between Iran and the U.S. in Geneva, adding, "But we must understand that we are dealing with an insincere party." In recent remarks about the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, he stated that no agreement can change his "nature." Graham emphasized in a post on X and in a conversation with Sean Hannity, an American political analyst and host, who published the audio file of this conversation on his account, that "ultimately, we must remove the Ayatollah." According to Graham, "Currently, two fishing lines have been cast into the water. One is a diplomatic line aimed at finding a way to diplomatically end the Iranian regime... and the other is a military option." Graham added that he believes the U.S. President is looking to see "which line catches the bigger fish."

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  23. 24 Feb 2026, 17:53·

    The human rights organization "Hrana," based in Washington, has published the identities of over seven thousand confirmed casualties from the protests in December, along with details. [Update: Apparently, 4,700 of them have identifiable information.]

    Hrana has documented the following in the first fifty days covered by this report titled "Red Winter": killed protesters: 6,488, killed children: 236, killed civilians (non-protesters): 76, killed military and government forces: 207.

    Hrana added that in addition to this, 11,744 cases are still under investigation and have not been included in the final confirmed statistics.

    In this detailed report, the number of injured during the mentioned period is presented as follows: injured military and security forces: 4,884 and injured civilians: 25,846.
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  24. 24 Feb 2026, 06:34·

    A helicopter crash in the fruit and vegetable market of Dorcheh city in Khomeini Shahr, Isfahan

    Iranian media reported on Tuesday morning, March 5, about a helicopter crash in the fruit and vegetable market of Dorcheh city in Khomeini Shahr, Isfahan province.
    Images released by the Islamic Republic's state broadcaster show firefighters at the scene extinguishing the fire.
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    The CEO of the Khomeini Shahr Fire Department stated that in the helicopter crash at the fruit and vegetable market, 4 people, including the pilot, co-pilot, and 2 stallholders, lost their lives.
    The director general of crisis management in Isfahan province said that the helicopter encountered an accident due to a "technical failure" during flight.
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  25. 24 Feb 2026, 06:00·

    The U.S. Secretary of Defense told reporters that the Islamic Republic should take the opportunity to reach an agreement, but all options remain on the table for Trump.
    Pete Hegseth said: The Islamic Republic must agree, and it has this opportunity. This is the outcome that the president prefers. Our duty is to provide options, and we will have options for the president.
    He emphasized that it would be wise for the Islamic Republic to reach a good agreement.
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  26. 23 Feb 2026, 22:52·

    ⚠️ Bloody body from a gunshot wound
    Received videos with the caption: '#Mashhad, Friday, January 9'
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  27. 23 Feb 2026, 22:46·

    #MachineGun
    Received photo with the caption: 'Monday, March 4, near Enghelab, close to Tehran University'
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  28. 23 Feb 2026, 21:19·

    Trump: If we don't reach an agreement, it will be a very bad day for that country and unfortunately for its people

    Donald Trump's new post on Truth Social:
    Multiple stories are being spread by the fake media claiming that General Daniel Keen, sometimes referred to as Razin, is against us going to war with Iran. These reports do not attribute this massive amount of information to any source and are one hundred percent false.

    General Keen, like all of us, prefers that there be no war, but if a military decision is made to act against Iran, his view is that such a war would be easily winnable. He knows Iran well, as he was responsible for Operation "Midnight Hammer"; the very attack on Iran's nuclear program.

    There is no longer anything called "development," as that program was completely dismantled by our massive B-2 bombers. Razin Keen is a great fighter and represents the most powerful army anywhere in the world. He has never spoken about not taking action against Iran, not even regarding those fake limited attacks I've read about. He only knows one thing: how to win, and if told, he will take the lead.

    Everything written about a potential war with Iran is incorrect and deliberately so. I am the one who decides. I would prefer an agreement to be reached, but if we do not reach an agreement, that day will be a very bad day for that country and unfortunately for its people, because they are great and wonderful people, and such a thing should never happen to them.
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  29. 23 Feb 2026, 20:01·

    According to a report from Axios, intense discussions are taking place among senior layers of the Trump administration regarding how to deal with the Islamic Republic. General Dan Keen, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has warned about the consequences of a military campaign and emphasized the need for realism regarding the risks of a prolonged conflict and potential casualties.

    While some sources indicate Trump's personal inclination towards a military strike, figures such as Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, and even Vice President JD Vance have called for restraint and giving diplomacy a chance. Kushner and Witkoff believe that time is on America's side and that Trump should first assess the outcomes of Thursday's talks in Geneva with Abbas Araghchi.

    Despite the cautious approach of military commanders and some cabinet members, Axios reported, citing its sources, that Trump has only agreed to extend the negotiation period to ensure that all diplomatic avenues reach a dead end. Among senior cabinet ministers, Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State, has so far refrained from taking a clear stance and has focused more on issues related to Venezuela and Cuba.
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    Wall Street Journal: Pentagon Warns of War Consequences; Shortage of Defensive Munitions and Risk of Force Erosion

    The Wall Street Journal reports that the Pentagon has issued serious warnings to President Trump regarding the dangers of a large-scale military operation against the Islamic Republic. These warnings, primarily raised by General Dan Keen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, during National Security Council meetings, emphasize risks such as potential casualties among American and allied forces, depletion of air defense stocks, and severe erosion of U.S. military capability.

    According to the Wall Street Journal, while the options on the table range from limited strikes to a multi-day air campaign aimed at toppling the regime, military officials are concerned that a prolonged war could impose heavy costs on strategic munitions reserves. This not only complicates the protection of regional partners against retaliation from Tehran but also undermines the United States' readiness for a potential future confrontation with China. In this context, and following increased concerns about Iran's response and that of proxy groups, the State Department on Monday ordered the evacuation of non-essential personnel and families of U.S. embassy staff in Lebanon.

    The newspaper cites military sources stating that the United States has enough interceptor missiles (including Patriot, THAAD, and SM-3) for only "about two weeks" in the event of a massive missile barrage from Iran.

    The experience of the 12-day war last June and the two-month operation against the Houthis in Yemen revealed concerning gaps in the supply of these munitions. Currently, the U.S. has deployed 13 destroyers and several defense systems in Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Israel to counter potential threats.

    Another part of the Wall Street Journal report focuses on the critical condition of the aircraft carrier "Gerald Ford." This ship, the largest warship in the world, has been on mission since last June and is on track to set a record for the longest continuous deployment (11 months).

    Navy officials warn that the crew of the carrier is under severe pressure and fatigue; a situation that previously led to incidents and the loss of several fighter jets on the "Harry Truman" carrier. Additionally, technical issues such as a malfunction in the Ford's sewage system have made conditions even more difficult for sailors.

    Despite these pressures, Anna Kelly, White House spokesperson, emphasized that Trump listens to the diverse opinions of his national security team and will make a final decision based on national interests; a decision that, according to officials, has not yet been finalized and partly depends on the outcome of negotiations on Thursday in Geneva.

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