World - West Asia

World - West Asia

11 February 2026
West Asia

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.

Turkey and Iran Discuss Gaza, Syria, and De-escalation of Middle East Tensions

TEHRAN (ANA)- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking alongside his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan in Istanbul, emphasized Tehran’s readiness to engage in substantive diplomatic discussions while warning against Israeli expansionism and U.S. military threats in the region.

Iran and Qatar Confer on Regional Situation as Tehran Pushes De-escalation Diplomacy

TEHRAN (ANA)- Senior Iranian and Qatari officials have held talks on unfolding regional developments, underscoring ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions and promote stability across the region.