Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Supreme Leader of Iran.
Notable Quotes
"A US attack would spark a regional war in the Middle East."View Story →
"Even the world's 'strongest military' could 'be struck so hard that it cannot even get back on its feet.'"View Story →
"murderous leader"View Story →
"Death to Khamenei"View Story →
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"murderous leader"View Story →
"murderous leader"View Story →
"murderous leader"View Story →
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"murderous leader"View Story →
"Either death or Khamenei"View Story →
"murderous leader"View Story →
"Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack on Iran launched by Israel and the United States."View Story →
"Israel 'won’t last long'"View Story →
"Iran vowed massive retaliation for the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by the United States and Israel."View Story →
"Iran has claimed that a full closure of the Strait of Hormuz is within its power."View Story →
"Multiple sources are reporting Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in air strikes by the United States."View Story →
"The armed forces of the Islamic republic will inflict heavy blows upon this malevolent enemy."View Story →
"We were happy with the news of Khamenei's death."View Story →
"was carrying out his assigned duties and was present at his workplace (his office)"View Story →
"Every day feels like a month."View Story →
"there were celebrations in several cities."View Story →
"It was as if the night had turned into day."View Story →
"The Israeli military has threatened that it would continue pursuing every successor of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei."View Story →
"The Israeli military warned it would continue pursuing every successor of Iran's next supreme leader."View Story →
"The Israeli military warned it would continue pursuing every successor of Iran’s slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei."View Story →
"can no longer be allowed to exist"View Story →
"the only thing I want is for the war to end."View Story →
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July 5, 2026Funeral of Iran's former supreme leader 'intensely political moment'
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June 18, 2026Fragile quiet in Lebanon as US-Iran truce leaves unanswered questions
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June 16, 2026Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity
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June 16, 2026What the US and Iran say is in the memorandum to end the war - Reuters
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June 15, 2026Bowen: Trump and Netanyahu wanted to reshape the Middle East - now they risk a permacrisis
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June 9, 2026Iran's World Cup team arrive in Tijuana with US tensions high - Reuters
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June 7, 2026Israel to hold direct talks with Lebanon but no ceasefire, Netanyahu says
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April 9, 2026Has US achieved its war objectives in Iran?
Key US objectives at the start of the war were to stop Iran getting a nuclear weapon and degrading its arsenal.
April 9, 2026Lebanese army says soldier killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon - Reuters
Lebanese army says soldier killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon Reuters
April 5, 2026Trump vows to hit more Iranian infrastructure as nations seek to open Hormuz - reuters.com
Trump vows to hit more Iranian infrastructure as nations seek to open Hormuz reuters.com
April 3, 2026'I haven't slept for days': Iranians describe mounting desperation after a month of war
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April 2, 2026Iran's focus on survival means same regime still firmly in place
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April 2, 2026Michigan synagogue attack was Hezbollah-inspired act of terrorism, FBI says
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March 30, 2026How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.
March 30, 2026Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 - Reuters
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March 30, 2026Israel reports second attack from Yemen as Middle East conflict escalates - Reuters
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March 30, 2026Hundreds in Beirut mourn journalists killed in Israeli strike
BBC reports from the funerals of three journalists killed by a targeted attack in southern Lebanon.
March 29, 2026Trump is waging war based on instinct and it isn't working
One month into the conflict in Iran, Trump's gut-instinct approach is not proving effective.
March 29, 2026Iran's president says trust needed for talks, Pakistan prime minister's office says - Reuters
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March 28, 2026'Our home is gone': BBC speaks to displaced families in Lebanon
The BBC's Hugo Bachega speaks to families in Beirut as more than a million people have been displaced in Lebanon.
March 28, 2026Why is it so hard to pass through the Strait of Hormuz?
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March 27, 2026What are the US and Iran's proposals for peace?
Trump says he is talking to "the right people" in Iran, but Tehran says no such negotiations are being held.
March 25, 2026Watch: Inside a Palestinian home attacked by settlers
Violence began after a teenage settler was killed, reportedly after being hit by a vehicle driven by a Palestinian.
March 23, 2026Israeli military says it is conducting strikes in Tehran - Reuters
Israeli military says it is conducting strikes in Tehran Reuters
March 23, 2026'A direct hit' - BBC visits Israeli town after Iranian strike
The BBC's Sebastian Usher reports from Dimona in southern Israel, which was hit by an Iranian missile.
March 22, 2026Iran's intelligence minister Esmail Khatib killed in air strike
Israel said it had killed Khatib, whose death was confirmed by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday.
March 18, 2026Iranian security chief Ali Larijani killed in air strike
His death is confirmed on state TV, alongside that of another senior figure, Gholamreza Soleimani
March 17, 2026Iran confirms security chief Ali Larijani killed, Iranian media reports - Reuters
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March 17, 2026Israel and Lebanon to talk as war with Hezbollah rages, Haaretz reports - Reuters
Israel and Lebanon to talk as war with Hezbollah rages, Haaretz reports Reuters
March 14, 2026More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say
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March 14, 2026UN seeks $308 million for Lebanon as war displaces 800,000 people - Reuters
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March 13, 2026As hopes of regime change in Iran fade, Netanyahu faces political test
Israeli leaders are framing the bombing campaign as having transformed the Middle East in their favour as pressure to end the conflict builds.
March 13, 2026Iran's new supreme leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz in first statement
A message attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei also says Iran will continue targeting US bases in the region.
March 12, 2026Netanyahu threatens Iran new leader, says government collapse uncertain - Reuters
Netanyahu threatens Iran new leader, says government collapse uncertain Reuters
March 12, 2026'What if we're left with ruins?': Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war
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March 12, 2026Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options - Reuters
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March 12, 2026Sea drones target oil tankers in the Middle East as conflict risks widen - Reuters
Sea drones target oil tankers in the Middle East as conflict risks widen Reuters
March 11, 2026Why Gulf fury is aimed at Tehran, not Washington - Reuters
Why Gulf fury is aimed at Tehran, not Washington Reuters
March 11, 2026Three brothers arrested after explosion at US embassy in Oslo
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March 11, 2026Trump tells Axios war in Iran will end soon, 'practically nothing left' to target - Reuters
Trump tells Axios war in Iran will end soon, 'practically nothing left' to target Reuters
March 11, 2026Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says - Reuters
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March 11, 2026Iran's new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards - Reuters
Iran's new leader, still silent, was elevated by the Revolutionary Guards Reuters
March 10, 2026Exclusive: As many as 150 US troops wounded so far in Iran war, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: As many as 150 US troops wounded so far in Iran war, sources say Reuters
March 10, 2026BBC visits key Dubai port in Iran's firing line
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March 10, 2026Lebanon calls for talks with Israel on plan to end Hezbollah conflict
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March 10, 2026Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes - Reuters
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March 10, 2026Iran bets on endurance, energy disruption to outlast US, Israel - Reuters
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March 10, 2026Trump says war against Iran is 'very complete,' CBS News reports - Reuters
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March 9, 2026Trump to hold a press conference after markets close on Monday - Reuters
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March 9, 2026Pakistan announces austerity measures to save fuel amid Mideast conflict - Reuters
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March 9, 2026Police release images of Oslo US embassy explosion suspect
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March 9, 2026Iran conflict forces Asian central banks into sharp policy rethink - Reuters
Iran conflict forces Asian central banks into sharp policy rethink Reuters
March 9, 2026Iran defies Trump, elevates Khamenei's son Mojtaba as successor - Reuters
Iran defies Trump, elevates Khamenei's son Mojtaba as successor Reuters
March 8, 2026Iran’s supreme leader, oil and lunar hummus - Reuters
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March 8, 2026Israeli military says it will pursue every successor of Iran's Khamenei - Reuters
Israeli military says it will pursue every successor of Iran's Khamenei Reuters
March 8, 2026Majority consensus reached on Iran's next supreme leader - Reuters
Majority consensus reached on Iran's next supreme leader Reuters
March 8, 2026China says US talks vital as Trump targets Beijing's key partners - Reuters
China says US talks vital as Trump targets Beijing's key partners Reuters
March 8, 2026Watch: Huge flames in Tehran after air strikes on oil depots
Social media footage shows flames leaping into the air and plumes of smoke above the city's skyline.
March 8, 2026Cracks emerge in Iran's leadership as it reels under bombardment - Reuters
Cracks emerge in Iran's leadership as it reels under bombardment Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump vows to hit harder as Tehran says sorry to neighbors - Reuters
Trump vows to hit harder as Tehran says sorry to neighbors Reuters
March 7, 2026Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says
Seyed Ali Mousavi tells Laura Kuenssberg Iran's response depends on the actions of the US and Israel.
March 7, 2026Iran to suspend strikes on neighbours unless attacks come from them - Reuters
Iran to suspend strikes on neighbours unless attacks come from them Reuters
March 7, 2026Putin calls for immediate halt to Iran conflict - Reuters
Putin calls for immediate halt to Iran conflict Reuters
March 7, 2026One week into Iran war, the dangers for the US and Trump multiply - Reuters
One week into Iran war, the dangers for the US and Trump multiply Reuters
March 7, 2026We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said
Ordinary Iranians reflect on seven days of conflict and where they see their country going next.
March 7, 2026Pakistani convicted of plotting to kill Trump over death of Iran commander - Reuters
Pakistani convicted of plotting to kill Trump over death of Iran commander Reuters
March 7, 2026Canada's Mark Carney tries to strike a balance on Iran
The Iran war is posing a test for the Canadian prime minister's "pragmatic but principled" approach to world affairs.
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president
The president also calls on Tehran to pick new leaders who are "acceptable" to the White House after six days of war.
March 7, 2026US skips congressional review to approve munitions sale to Israel - Reuters
US skips congressional review to approve munitions sale to Israel Reuters
March 7, 2026After Iran, will Trump turn his eyes to Cuba?
During a White House event with the Inter Miami CF soccer team, the US president said the island was “ready to fall”.
March 6, 2026Iran's UN envoy says 1,332 Iranian civilians killed in war - Reuters
Iran's UN envoy says 1,332 Iranian civilians killed in war Reuters
March 6, 2026Hezbollah saw new war with Israel as inevitable and rearmed for months, sources say - Reuters
Hezbollah saw new war with Israel as inevitable and rearmed for months, sources say Reuters
March 6, 2026Beirut evacuees 'sleeping in tents and cars'
Some residents in the Beirut suburb of Dahieh have left their homes amid ongoing air strikes by Israel.
March 6, 2026Exclusive: US pressing Sri Lanka not to repatriate Iranian crew and survivors from sunken ship, memo says - Reuters
Exclusive: US pressing Sri Lanka not to repatriate Iranian crew and survivors from sunken ship, memo says Reuters
March 6, 2026Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender' - Reuters
Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except 'unconditional surrender' Reuters
March 6, 2026Watch: How war in Iran may affect food and fuel prices
The BBC's Nick Marsh examines how unrest in the Middle East will impact living costs around the world.
March 6, 2026Maersk suspends two shipping services due to Middle East crisis - Reuters
Maersk suspends two shipping services due to Middle East crisis Reuters
March 6, 2026Israelis back war with Iran despite uncertainty and fatigue
Israelis broadly support the US-Israeli military campaign with Iran, even if they are tired of air raid alerts and constant upheaval.
March 5, 2026Timelapse shows change in the flow of ships in the Strait of Hormuz
A timelapse of marine traffic shows the flow of ships has decreased in the Strait of Hormuz.
March 5, 2026Missiles, drones coming from Iran fell on airport in Azerbaijan, source says - Reuters
Missiles, drones coming from Iran fell on airport in Azerbaijan, source says Reuters
March 5, 2026'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under 'constant' US-Israeli strikes
Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.
March 4, 2026Iran postpones Khamenei funeral as US-Israeli bombardment continues
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state.
March 4, 2026US Senate to vote on Trump's war powers as Iran conflict continues
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.
March 4, 2026Iran's Revolutionary Guards take wartime lead, ensuring harder line, sources say - Reuters
Iran's Revolutionary Guards take wartime lead, ensuring harder line, sources say Reuters
March 4, 2026Pentagon's Hegseth says Trump got 'last laugh' as US kills Iranian leader of Trump assassination plot - Reuters
Pentagon's Hegseth says Trump got 'last laugh' as US kills Iranian leader of Trump assassination plot Reuters
March 4, 2026Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, frontrunner to be Iran's supreme leader? - Reuters
Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, frontrunner to be Iran's supreme leader? Reuters
March 4, 2026China says it seeks communication with US but vows to hold its 'red lines' - Reuters
China says it seeks communication with US but vows to hold its 'red lines' Reuters
March 4, 2026Carney says he supports Iran strikes 'with regret'
The prime minister said Canada has long supported "neutralising this grave global threat" that Iran poses, but called for a de-escalation of hostilities.
March 4, 2026Indian shares extend fall as widening Mideast conflict fuels oil surge - Reuters
Indian shares extend fall as widening Mideast conflict fuels oil surge Reuters
March 4, 2026Oil rises over $1 as Iran crisis disrupts Middle East supply - Reuters
Oil rises over $1 as Iran crisis disrupts Middle East supply Reuters
March 4, 2026Iran conflict threatens Gulf tourism, undermining years of investment - Reuters
Iran conflict threatens Gulf tourism, undermining years of investment Reuters
March 3, 2026Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?
If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food
March 3, 2026China's foreign minister tells Israeli counterpart that attacks on Iran must end - Reuters
China's foreign minister tells Israeli counterpart that attacks on Iran must end Reuters
March 3, 2026Watch: Footage from across Iran shows scale of strikes
Footage verified by the BBC and news agencies shows large explosions in Iran following US and Israel strikes.
March 3, 2026Bombardment unleashes terror in Tehran with no sign of protests - Reuters
Bombardment unleashes terror in Tehran with no sign of protests Reuters
March 3, 2026Israeli military says Iranian missiles hit central Israel - Reuters
Israeli military says Iranian missiles hit central Israel Reuters
March 3, 2026Trump says US war supplies mean it can fight 'forever' - Reuters
Trump says US war supplies mean it can fight 'forever' Reuters
March 3, 2026Trump's Asian allies fear Iran war will sap defences against China - Reuters
Trump's Asian allies fear Iran war will sap defences against China Reuters
March 3, 2026Six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base
The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by an Iranian missile on Sunday.
March 3, 2026India File: Iran conflict threatens sweet-spot economy - Reuters
India File: Iran conflict threatens sweet-spot economy Reuters
March 3, 2026Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - Reuters
Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi Reuters
March 3, 2026Exclusive: U.S. Marines fired on protesters storming consulate in Karachi, officials say - Reuters
Exclusive: U.S. Marines fired on protesters storming consulate in Karachi, officials say Reuters
March 3, 2026Exxon, TotalEnergies output at risk from Iran war, analysts say - Reuters
Exxon, TotalEnergies output at risk from Iran war, analysts say Reuters
March 3, 2026Australia says defence personnel safe after drone attack near Dubai air base - Reuters
Australia says defence personnel safe after drone attack near Dubai air base Reuters
March 3, 2026Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire as Iran conflict widens
Lebanese officials say 52 people were killed by Israeli strikes, while there are no reports of casualties in Israel.
March 2, 2026Iran war poses new risk to US economic resilience - Reuters
Iran war poses new risk to US economic resilience Reuters
March 2, 2026'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.
March 2, 2026US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says - Reuters
US not veering into a new, endless war, Pentagon says Reuters
March 2, 2026Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first, sources say - Reuters
Pentagon tells Congress no sign that Iran was going to attack US first, sources say Reuters
March 2, 2026US is sinking Iran's Navy, Trump says - Reuters
US is sinking Iran's Navy, Trump says Reuters
March 1, 2026Trump says 48 leaders killed in strikes on Iran, in Fox News interview - Reuters
Trump says 48 leaders killed in strikes on Iran, in Fox News interview Reuters
March 1, 2026Watch: How US-Israel strikes on Iran unfolded
Iran launched retaliatory attacks in the Middle East after US-Israel strikes across the country.
March 1, 2026Ayatollah Khamenei's iron grip on power in Iran comes to an end
Iranian state TV confirms the supreme leader has been killed on the first day of massive US and Israeli air strikes on the country.
March 1, 2026Israel, US launched strikes as Iranian leader met with inner circle, sources say - Reuters
Israel, US launched strikes as Iranian leader met with inner circle, sources say Reuters
March 1, 2026Daughter and grandchild of Iran's Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes, state media says - Reuters
Daughter and grandchild of Iran's Khamenei killed in US-Israeli strikes, state media says Reuters
March 1, 2026Trump says Iran's Khamenei is dead - Reuters
Trump says Iran's Khamenei is dead Reuters
February 28, 2026Iran retaliation raises questions about US air defences
Iran's strike on US Navy base in Bahrain will worry Washington and its allies in the region.
February 28, 2026Exclusive: Prior to Iran attacks, CIA assessed Khamenei could be replaced by hardline IRGC elements if killed, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Prior to Iran attacks, CIA assessed Khamenei could be replaced by hardline IRGC elements if killed, sources say Reuters
February 28, 2026US and Israel strike Iran, seeking to topple its leaders - Reuters
US and Israel strike Iran, seeking to topple its leaders Reuters
February 28, 2026What we know about the joint US-Israel attack on Iran
Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
February 28, 2026Bowen: A dangerous moment, but US and Israel see opportunity not to be missed
Israel and the US believe Iran's regime is vulnerable, dealing with an economic crisis and the aftermath of protests.
February 28, 2026Watch: Trump announces 'major combat operations' in Iran
US President Donald Trump accuses the Iranian regime of waging an "unending campaign of bloodshed and mass murder targeting the United States".
February 28, 2026Watch: Smoke rises in Tehran as explosions heard across country
The BBC's Jon Donnison in Jerusalem reports as Trump says "major combat operations" have begun.
February 28, 2026US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran - Reuters
US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran Reuters
February 28, 2026Iran designated as a state sponsor of wrongful detention, Rubio says - Reuters
Iran designated as a state sponsor of wrongful detention, Rubio says Reuters
February 27, 2026Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran after latest talks on nuclear programme
President Trump said he was not happy with Iran's stance, but had not yet decided whether to attack.
February 27, 2026Iran's Araqchi aims to reprise role as nuclear dealmaker - Reuters
Iran's Araqchi aims to reprise role as nuclear dealmaker Reuters
February 26, 2026US partially evacuates Beirut embassy amid rising Iran tensions
The State Department has ordered non-essential staff to leave the embassy in Beirut after a security review.
February 23, 2026Iranian students protest for second day at some universities - Reuters
Iranian students protest for second day at some universities Reuters
February 22, 2026Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated', US envoy Witkoff says
US envoy Steve Witkoff says the president is puzzled why Iran has not yet compromised in the face of a major American military build-up nearby.
February 22, 2026Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated' amid US military buildup, says Witkoff - Reuters
Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated' amid US military buildup, says Witkoff Reuters
February 22, 2026Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown
The student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down last month.
February 21, 2026Iranian students begin new university term with protests - Reuters
Iranian students begin new university term with protests Reuters
February 21, 2026US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks - Reuters
US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks Reuters
February 20, 2026Trump's foreign policy dilemma laid bare by Iran tensions
The president’s calls for peace and willingness to exert military power can at times feel like competing impulses.
February 20, 2026Trump says world has 10 days to see if Iran deal reached
The US is surging forces to the Middle East amid negotiations with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear programme.
February 19, 2026