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  1. 4 May 2026, 18:31·

    CNN reported, citing a knowledgeable source, that Israel's Iron Dome system, which had been secretly deployed in the UAE, intercepted a missile launched by Iran on Monday.

    CNN added that the two countries normalized their relations in 2020 as part of the Abraham Accords. Earlier, the Financial Times reported that Israel had sent advanced weapon systems to the United Arab Emirates, including an advanced laser system and the Iron Dome system for defense against missiles and drones from the Islamic Republic. This action is one of the first major examples of defense cooperation between the two countries.
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  2. 4 May 2026, 17:25·

    Trump's post, machine translation:
    Iran has attacked some unrelated countries in connection with the movement of ships in the "Freedom Project," including a cargo ship from South Korea. Perhaps it's time for South Korea to come and join this mission!

    We have downed seven small boats; or as they like to say, "fast boats." That's all that remains for them. Aside from the South Korean ship, no damage has been reported while passing through the Strait at this time.

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan Keen will hold a press conference tomorrow morning.

    Thank you for your attention to this matter!

    President Donald J. Trump
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  3. 4 May 2026, 17:22·

    Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced on Monday in an interview with Fox News that if Iran attacks American vessels operating under the "Operation Freedom of the Strait of Hormuz," the country "will be obliterated from the face of the earth."
    Trump also told Fox that Iran has become "much more flexible" in peace negotiations.
    He emphasized the continued strengthening of the U.S. military presence in the region, stating: "We have more weapons and ammunition of much higher quality than before. We have the best equipment at our disposal. We have facilities and bases around the world, all filled with equipment. We can use all of them, and if necessary, we will."
    These remarks come amid escalating military conflicts in the Persian Gulf following the announcement of a ceasefire between the two countries.
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  4. 4 May 2026, 17:22·

    Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of the U.S. Central Command, announced on Monday evening, May 3, that U.S. forces have destroyed six small Iranian boats that he claimed were "threatening commercial vessels."
    Cooper told reporters that as the U.S. operation to secure shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz began, American forces also intercepted cruise missiles and drones launched by Iran.
    He emphasized that U.S. forces are conducting "purely defensive operations" and added that no American ships or vessels have come under fire from Iran.
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  5. 4 May 2026, 16:11·

    The official news agency of the UAE (WAM) reported on Monday evening, citing the country's Ministry of Defense, that Emirati forces are countering the second wave of missile and drone attacks from the Islamic Republic.
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    According to flight radar data, flights in the United Arab Emirates have been suspended.
    Flight radar data indicates a change in the routes of flights heading towards the United Arab Emirates.
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  6. 4 May 2026, 15:42·

    The emirate of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates announced on Monday, April 3, that the "Fujairah Oil Industrial Zone" caught fire following what they described as a "drone attack originating from Iran."

    Fujairah's media office stated in a statement that civil defense teams were immediately dispatched to control the fire. It has been reported that three Indian nationals sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital.

    Fujairah is home to a major port, pipeline, and other oil facilities of the United Arab Emirates, which can transport the country's oil to global markets without the need for the Strait of Hormuz. The UAE Ministry of Defense had previously stated in a message on X that the country intercepted three missiles launched by Iran over its territorial waters, and a fourth missile also fell into the sea.
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  7. 4 May 2026, 15:41·

    The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) announced that it has received a report of a maritime incident occurring 67 kilometers north of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.

    According to the report, a cargo ship has reported a fire in its engine room, and the cause of this fire is currently unknown.

    No further details have been released regarding the extent of the damage or the condition of the crew on board, but previously, South Korea had reported a similar incident involving one of its ships near the UAE.
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    Earlier:
    Seoul reported an "explosion and fire" on a South Korean ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

    The South Korean Foreign Ministry stated that around 8:40 PM Seoul time, "an explosion and fire occurred on a ship managed by a South Korean company that was anchored in waters near the United Arab Emirates in the Strait of Hormuz."

    According to a statement from the ministry reported by AFP, "so far, there have been no reports of casualties or injuries" among the 24 crew members on board the ship.

    The South Korean Foreign Ministry added that "the cause of the explosion and fire and the extent of the damage are under investigation."

    The ship, identified as HHM Namo, is approximately 180 meters long and flies the Panama flag, according to the maritime information database "MarineTraffic."
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  8. 4 May 2026, 15:36·

    Images of a missile launch that the Tasnim news agency claims was fired as a warning to American warships. CENTCOM announced on Monday that American destroyers have entered the Persian Gulf after passing through the Strait of Hormuz and are operating to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels. In response, the Tasnim news agency, citing the Iranian military, claimed that the naval warning shot prevented the entry of these destroyers, but CENTCOM has denied this claim. The U.S. had previously stated that starting Monday, it would implement a plan for the safe exit of vessels and crews from non-involved countries from the Strait of Hormuz.
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  9. 4 May 2026, 15:26·

    The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates announced that four cruise missiles were fired from Iran towards the country, three of which were intercepted over the waters, and one missile fell into the sea.

    The Ministry of Defense of the United Arab Emirates added that the sounds heard in various areas were due to the successful interception of aerial threats.
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  10. 4 May 2026, 15:16·

    Received image: Just now, the sirens on our mobile phones went off in the UAE.
    [This is the second time today]
    At the same time:
    The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority of the United Arab Emirates wrote: "The air defense systems are currently engaging with a missile threat. Please stay in a safe location and follow alerts and updates only through official channels."
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    Update: Another warning has been issued
    Update: And more warnings
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  11. 4 May 2026, 15:09·

    Continuing the record-breaking rise of the exchange rate in Iran's free market, the price of the US dollar reached 190,000 tomans in afternoon trading on Tuesday, May 2.
    According to the report from the Nosan website, the price of the euro also increased to around 223,000 tomans, and the price of the British pound rose to about 257,600 tomans. The Canadian dollar was traded at around 140,000 tomans without a significant increase compared to the previous day.
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  12. 4 May 2026, 15:09·

    Axios reported on Monday, May 3, citing an American official, new details about the passage of two American ships through the Strait of Hormuz. According to the report, two commercial ships flying the American flag passed through the strait without direct escort but through a "designated defensive area," and Iranian forces did not fire at them.

    This American official told Axios that the rules of engagement for American forces in the region have changed, allowing them to respond to immediate threats against ships present in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Pruitt said in an interview with Fox News that the U.S. is "reopening" the Strait of Hormuz. He stated that the U.S. military has "full control" of this waterway but emphasized that they will only fire if they are first targeted. This stance, he said, has been adopted to prevent escalation of tensions. source
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    The public relations office of the Revolutionary Guards stated in a statement: "No commercial or oil tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent hours, and the claims of American officials are baseless and completely false."

    The statement added that "other maritime movements contrary to the principles announced by the Navy of the Guards will face serious risks, and violating vessels will be stopped with force."

    This news comes as the U.S. Central Command in the region, CENTCOM, reports that two guided-missile destroyers have entered the Persian Gulf after passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

    According to a statement from CENTCOM on X, two commercial ships flying the American flag successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz with the support of these destroyers.
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  13. 4 May 2026, 14:22·

    Donald Trump posted an image on Truth Social stating that the U.S. Navy, Air Force, and missile defense systems are "100% operational," while the Navy, Air Force, and air defense of the Islamic Republic have been "destroyed."
    The image also features a picture of Ali Khamenei with a red cross and the word "dead."
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  14. 4 May 2026, 13:57·

    On Monday, May 3, the U.S. Central Command, "CENTCOM," firmly rejected claims by Iranian state media that a U.S. destroyer was targeted by two missiles from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. In a message published under the title "Fact-Checking" on its X account, it stated that no U.S. destroyer had been targeted and emphasized that the U.S. Navy supports the "Freedom of Navigation [in the Strait of Hormuz]" and is enforcing a maritime blockade on the ports of the Islamic Republic.

    Earlier, the Fars news agency had claimed, citing sources within the IRGC, that a U.S. destroyer was hit by two missiles while passing through the Strait of Hormuz near the port of Jask after ignoring warnings.

    CENTCOM announced on Monday evening, May 3, that U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyers are currently operating in the Persian Gulf after passing through the Strait of Hormuz and are supporting the "Freedom of Navigation" initiative.

    In a post on X, CENTCOM wrote: "U.S. forces are actively working to resume the passage of commercial vessels. As a first step, two commercial ships flying the U.S. flag successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz and continue their journey safely."

    The CENTCOM statement was released hours after Iran threatened that the passage of ships without the permission of the IRGC Navy was prohibited.

    The Tasnim news agency, close to the IRGC, claimed that "with a firm and swift warning" from the Navy of the Islamic Republic, the "entry" of U.S. destroyers into the Strait of Hormuz was prevented. CENTCOM has rejected this claim.

    In another post on X, CENTCOM stated that Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of CENTCOM, flew over the regional waters inside and around the Strait of Hormuz in an Apache helicopter on May 2, just before the start of U.S. military support for the "Freedom of Navigation" initiative. According to this post, Cooper met and spoke with U.S. Army soldiers after visiting sailors and Marines on board two U.S. Navy warships patrolling in the Arabian Sea.

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  15. 4 May 2026, 13:57·

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates announced that a tanker belonging to the country's national oil company, "ADNOC," was targeted in an attack while passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

    The UAE attributed this action to the Islamic Republic. In a statement released today, Monday, April 14, 1405, the UAE Foreign Ministry described the incident as a "terrorist attack" and claimed that the ship was targeted while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz.
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    Anwar Gargash, foreign policy advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates, stated on his X account that the attack on an Abu Dhabi oil tanker reflects the Islamic Republic's threat to the security and stability of the region.
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  16. 4 May 2026, 06:30·

    Ali Abdollahi, the commander of the Central Headquarters of Khatam al-Anbiya, threatened: "Any foreign armed force, especially the invading American army, will be attacked if they intend to approach and enter the Strait of Hormuz."

    He stated: "We inform all commercial ships and oil tankers to refrain from any actions for transit without coordination with the armed forces stationed in the Strait of Hormuz to ensure their security is not jeopardized."
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    The Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced on Tuesday, April 14, that a new control area has been established in the Strait of Hormuz.
    According to this military body, the designated area is "from the south of the line between Mount Mobarak in Iran and southern Fujairah in the UAE, and from the west of the line between the end of Qeshm Island in Iran and Umm al-Quwain in the UAE."
    Meanwhile, the spokesperson for the IRGC stated that "there has been no change in the management process of the Strait of Hormuz" and emphasized that "any maritime movement of civilian and commercial vessels that complies with the transit protocols issued by the IRGC Navy and is coordinated along the specified route will be secure and safe."
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  17. 4 May 2026, 03:42·

    Ibrahim Dolatabadi, a prisoner linked to the protests of last December, was executed in Mashhad.

    According to Hengaw, he was among those arrested in December 1404, and the first branch of the Revolutionary Court in Mashhad sentenced him to death on charges of "moharebeh" (waging war against God); a ruling that was also upheld by the Supreme Court.

    Dolatabadi, the father of two children aged 9 and 14, was arrested during the protests in Tabarsi Square, Mashhad. At the same time as his arrest, his two brothers, Vahid and Ismail, as well as his teenage child, were also detained.

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  18. 4 May 2026, 02:33·

    The United States Central Command, CENTCOM, announced that American forces will begin supporting the "Freedom Project" from Monday morning, Middle Eastern time, with the aim of restoring freedom of navigation for commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
    This statement, published on the social media platform X, emphasizes that the mentioned mission is carried out at the direction of the President and will support ships seeking to pass freely through this strategic passage.

    CENTCOM highlighted the economic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, stating that about a quarter of the world's maritime oil trade and a significant volume of fuel and fertilizers pass through this route. Brigadier General Brad Cooper, the commander of CENTCOM, stated that supporting this defensive mission is essential for regional security and the global economy, while a maritime blockade will also continue.

    According to this statement, the U.S. Department of State, in collaboration with the Department of Defense, has initiated a plan to enhance coordination and information sharing with international partners in the field of maritime security. The military support for this plan will include missile-equipped destroyers, over 100 ground and aerial aircraft, unmanned systems, and approximately 15,000 military personnel.
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  19. 4 May 2026, 02:31·

    ♦️Donald Trump, the President of the United States, shared a picture on the social media platform "Truth Social" holding several cards, stating: "All the cards are in my hands."
    Previously, Trump announced in a message that the "Project Freedom" operation for the exit of neutral ships from the Strait of Hormuz will begin on Monday, Middle Eastern time.
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  20. 3 May 2026, 20:45·

    ☄️ Trump: The U.S. effort to free the ships in the Strait of Hormuz will begin on Monday morning.

    Machine translation:
    Countries from around the world, almost all of which have no involvement in the Middle Eastern conflict; a conflict that is now openly and violently unfolding before everyone's eyes, have asked the United States if we can help free their ships; ships that are trapped in the Strait of Hormuz, in a situation that has absolutely nothing to do with them. They are merely innocent and neutral observers.

    For the good of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have told these countries that we will safely guide their ships out of these restricted waterways so they can continue their activities freely and properly. I reiterate, these ships belong to regions of the world that are in no way involved in what is currently happening in the Middle East.

    I have instructed my representatives to inform them that we will make every effort to safely extract the ships and their crews from the strait. In all cases, they have stated that they will not return until this area is safe for navigation and other activities.

    This process, named "Project Freedom," will begin on Monday morning, Middle Eastern time. I am fully aware that my representatives are having very positive discussions with the country of Iran, and these discussions could lead to a very positive outcome for all.

    The relocation of these ships is solely aimed at freeing the people, companies, and countries that have done absolutely nothing wrong; they have become victims of circumstances. This is a humanitarian action by the United States, the Middle Eastern countries, and especially the country of Iran.

    Many of these ships are facing shortages of food and other essential items to keep the large crews in healthy and sanitary conditions on board. In my view, this action can have a significant impact in demonstrating goodwill from all those who have been heavily involved in the war in recent months.

    If any disruption occurs in this humanitarian process, unfortunately, that disruption must be dealt with decisively.

    Thank you for your attention to this matter!

    Donald J. Trump
    President of the United States of America
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  21. 3 May 2026, 20:01·

    The government news agency Fars reported on Sunday evening, May 2, that Tehran's 14-point proposal to Washington does not include "a 15-year halt to enrichment or the liberation of the Strait of Hormuz." Fars, rejecting a recent Al Jazeera report regarding the contents of Iran's proposal to the U.S., cited "sources from Fars reporter" stating that issues such as the 15-year halt to enrichment, the resolution of 60% uranium, and the gradual liberation of the Strait of Hormuz are related to twenty days ago, and since then "the U.S. has updated its proposal three more times." This report comes as Donald Trump had previously stated that Iran's proposal was "unacceptable." At the same time, Ismail Baqaei, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, announced on Sunday evening that a new proposal from the American side had been received and stated that Tehran is currently reviewing Washington's new proposal.
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  22. 3 May 2026, 18:10·

    Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced in an exclusive interview with Israel's Kan News network on Sunday: "The Iranians want to make a deal, but I am not satisfied with what they have proposed. There are things in the proposal put forward by the Iranians that I cannot agree to."

    The U.S. President also expressed satisfaction with the results of the maritime blockade on Iran, emphasizing that Washington does not intend to retreat at this stage, as such a move could signify a major victory for Tehran.

    At the same time, Ismail Baqaei, spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, announced in an interview with the IRIB News Network that they have received a response from the U.S. to Tehran's "14-point" proposal, stating that this response is currently under review.
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  23. 3 May 2026, 17:46·

    Al Jazeera news network reports that it has learned details of Iran's proposal to the U.S. for resuming negotiations and ending the war. Iran and the U.S. have not yet officially responded to this report.

    According to Al Jazeera, citing sources, Iran's proposal includes three main phases, with the first phase comprising the following:

    ▪️ Turning the ceasefire into a complete end to the war within "thirty days"
    ▪️ Establishing an international body to ensure there is no return to war
    ▪️ Ending the war across the region and mutual commitments from Iran and the U.S. not to attack each other
    ▪️ This non-aggression commitment includes Iran's allies in the region as well as Israel
    ▪️ Gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran taking responsibility for mine clearance and not opposing U.S. assistance in this task
    ▪️ Gradual lifting of the blockade on Iranian ports in a manner consistent with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the withdrawal of U.S. forces from the shores of Iran and the end of combat readiness

    According to Al Jazeera's sources, in Iran's proposal, nuclear negotiations are deferred to the second phase, which includes the following:

    ▪️ Complete cessation of uranium enrichment for a maximum of 15 years, after which 3.6% enrichment would be allowed without stockpiling
    ▪️ Rejection of any dismantling of infrastructure or destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities

    Al Jazeera reports that Iran's proposal regarding high-enriched uranium reserves considers options such as sending it abroad or reducing the enrichment level. It also emphasizes the need for a clear mechanism for lifting sanctions in exchange for nuclear actions.

    Sources told Al Jazeera that according to Iran's proposal, the lifting of sanctions and gradual release of blocked assets would be determined according to a specific timeline.

    In the third phase of the agreement, Tehran proposes to engage in strategic dialogue with Arab countries and the region to establish a security system that encompasses the entire region.
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  24. 3 May 2026, 17:23·

    Scott Basset, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, said on Sunday that the United States is "suffocating" the Iranian government through an "economic blockade" that began simultaneously with military operations.

    In an interview with Fox News, he referred to his department's initiative to complete the U.S. operation "Epic Fury" against Iran, stating, "This process began with President Trump's March order for maximum pressure, and three weeks ago the President instructed me at the Treasury to initiate 'Economic Fury.'"

    Mr. Basset added, "We are suffocating this government, and they are unable to pay their soldiers. This is a real economic blockade, and all branches of the government are involved."

    This comes as the U.S. maritime blockade against Iranian ports continues, with the U.S. military reporting that 49 commercial ships have changed course due to the enforcement of this blockade. Meanwhile, negotiations between Iran and the U.S., mediated by Pakistan, are ongoing, and Iran has submitted a new proposal to reach a peace agreement that has met with a lukewarm response from the U.S. President.

    In his interview with Fox News, the U.S. Treasury Secretary emphasized that his department is taking economic actions "against anyone who attempts to transfer money to Iran to assist the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps."

    He added, "They are a corrupt entity. They have stolen from the Iranian people for years. They have assets abroad. We have identified them. We will continue this work and will preserve these assets for the Iranian people on the other side of this conflict."

    On Sunday, the U.S. Treasury, while imposing new sanctions against Tehran, warned shipping companies and shipowners that paying "fees" to Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, regardless of the payment method, would expose them to the risk of U.S. sanctions.
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  25. 3 May 2026, 14:30·

    Rasoul Falahati, the Friday prayer leader of Rasht, said: "The Quran explicitly emphasizes the necessity of hijab; shame on you, the unveiled; if these people decide, they will make life unbearable for the unveiled."
    He added: "Oh husband and brother, where has your honor gone that you bring your wife and sister out like this?"
    Falahati continued: "Being unveiled in this filthy manner is no longer tolerable. If the people decide, you will no longer be able to leave your house. This is opposition to the system, the Quran, and God."
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    The Friday prayer leader of Rasht, while threatening women who do not adhere to mandatory dress codes, addressed the attendees at government gatherings, saying: "These (women without mandatory covering) do not sympathize with you when they come to the streets; if they are Muslims, they must adhere to the clear command of the Quran, which is hijab. Death to those who oppose the Quran."
    In another part of this speech, while calling the "fathers, husbands, and brothers" of women who do not observe mandatory hijab "without honor," he said: "These women and girls with hijab have hearts full of hatred and concern for you unveiled ones."
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  26. 3 May 2026, 13:46·

    Forwarded from channel 1004153323

    🔴They were not just teachers;
    they were narrators of kindness, knowledge, and hope.
    On ⁧ #TeachersDay⁩, we remember four teachers whose lives ended violently during the protests of January 2025,
    but their voices, their words, and the trace of their presence remain.
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  27. 3 May 2026, 13:46·

    "Marzieh Mohabi, a lawyer, tweeted:
    Today in Mashhad, Mohammad Reza Miri, a 21-year-old worker, and Mahdi Rasouli, a 25-year-old worker, were hanged, both from the children of the January Revolution!
    The Revolutionary Court had deceived their families into not speaking out, claiming that the case was under review by the Amnesty Commission.
    But today at 10 AM, they were summoned to the cemetery to see their children.
    ...
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  28. 3 May 2026, 13:44·

    On Sunday, the price of the dollar in the free market of Iran set a new record, surpassing 188,000 tomans.

    Websites that track the unofficial dollar rate in Iran displayed the price of this currency at up to 188,400 tomans. This figure then slightly decreased and hovered around 188,000 tomans.

    The selling rate of the euro, the currency of the Eurozone, also crossed the 220,000 tomans mark on the same day.

    In response to the recent increase in currency prices, the Central Bank of the Islamic Republic issued a statement saying that "panic buying" could pose "serious risks of loss for buyers." The statement promised that the Central Bank would take action "in due time" using its available tools.
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  29. 3 May 2026, 13:42·

    The Intelligence Organization of the Revolutionary Guard announced in a statement on Sunday, April 13, which was also broadcast by the Islamic Republic's state television, that "Trump must choose between an impossible operation or a bad deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran."

    This statement refers to what it describes as Iran's "deadline" regarding the siege on the Pentagon, the "change in tone" of China, Russia, and Europe towards Washington, "Trump's passive letter to Congress," and "acceptance of Iran's negotiation conditions," stating that these "have only one meaning. The decision-making space for America has been limited."
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  30. 3 May 2026, 13:41·

    Data from the internet watchdog NetBlocks shows that the widespread internet outage in Iran has entered its sixty-fifth day; a situation that has heightened concerns about human rights violations.
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