World - West Asia

World - West Asia

12 February 2026
West Asia

Foreign Leaders Congratulate Iran on 47th Anniversary of Islamic Revolution

TEHRAN (ANA)- Senior officials from Pakistan, India, Belarus, and Russia have extended congratulations to Iran on the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, highlighting longstanding ties, national resilience, and the strengthening of bilateral partnerships.

Iran Warns of Israeli “Warmonger” Amid Ongoing Nuclear Talks with US

TEHRAN (ANA)- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi renewed Tehran’s warning about Israel’s intentions to provoke US involvement in a potential conflict, stressing that while Iran prefers diplomacy, it remains ready to defend itself if necessary.

Iran Warns US Against Israeli Influence in Nuclear Talks

TEHRAN (ANA)- Iran warns the US not to let Israel influence its foreign policy amid renewed Tehran-Washington talks.

Israel’s Energy Reliance: A Strategic Pressure Point

TEHRAN (ANA)- Israel’s dependence on foreign oil and refined fuels, combined with the U.S. supply of military-grade JP-8, underscores the geopolitical and military implications of its energy strategy.

Araghchi Says Current Iran–US Nuclear Talks Mark a Break from Pre-War Negotiations

TEHRAN (ANA)- Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the current nuclear talks with the United States differ fundamentally from pre-war negotiations and began with an exploratory meeting in Muscat.

Muscat and Diplomacy as an Extension of National Power

TEHRAN (ANA)- As global attention turns to Muscat, Iran enters the Oman talks with confidence and a results-driven approach, framing the defense of its nuclear rights and the lifting of sanctions as core national objectives and a continuation of its strategic diplomacy.

Negotiating or Bullying? Trump’s Strategy Before the Oman Talks

TEHRAN (ANA)- “Donald Trump treats negotiations as a platform to assert dominance and apply psychological pressure, a tactic resurfacing ahead of the Oman talks with Iran.”

Iran Can Maintain Deterrence Without Nuclear Weapons, Says Atomic Energy Chief

TEHRAN (ANA)- Mohammad Eslami, head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization, stressed that the country does not require nuclear weapons to defend itself, highlighting Iran’s existing deterrent capabilities and strategic strength.

Hearst Warns: Iran’s Battle Will Shape the Middle East’s Future 

TEHRAN (ANA)- David Hearst, editor-in-chief of Middle East Eye, argues that the confrontation facing Iran today is not merely a national struggle but a defining battle for the survival of the entire region.

Iran Warns of Wide‑Ranging Response to Any Military Provocation

TEHRAN (ANA)- A senior Iranian defense official has warned that any hostile military action against Iran would trigger a broad and decisive response, extending from the Persian Gulf to the core of Israeli territory, placing responsibility for any escalation squarely on the initiators.