Four countries boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
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Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw Amid Trump and Visa Row
The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington faces political turmoil as Iran boycotts over visa denials and Donald Trump's presence threatens to overshadow the event. Full story here.
Iranians Seek Portable Wealth as Rial Falls After War
Following the June war with Israel, Iranians are converting savings into gold, silver, and gems as a hedge against a collapsing currency and fear of renewed conflict. Discover the surge in demand.
Iran child bride faces execution after killing husband
Goli Kouhkan, forced into marriage at 12, is set for execution in Iran. UN experts warn of systemic gender bias and a grave human rights violation. Read her story.
Iranian Currency Plummets to New Low Under Sanctions
Iran's rial currency has collapsed to a historic low of 1.2 million to the US dollar, intensifying economic hardship for citizens as nuclear sanctions bite. Discover the causes and consequences.
Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw Over US Visa Issues
Iran pulls out of the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington after US denies visas to its football officials. Discover the diplomatic implications for global sport.
Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw Over US Visas
Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US limited visas for its delegation. The protest highlights ongoing political tensions impacting global sports.
UK couple detained in Iran, son criticises government
The son of a British couple detained in Iran on espionage charges accuses the UK government of a 'passive' response. Read the full story and demand action.
UK Couple on Hunger Strike in Iran Jail: Son's Plea
Lindsay and Craig Foreman mark a birthday in an Iranian prison. Their son Joe reveals they are on hunger strike, having 'lost all hope' after nearly a year detained on 'ludicrous' spying charges.
Iran executes man for rape amid soaring execution rates
Iran publicly executes convicted rapist as execution numbers dramatically increase, with women facing unprecedented rates under Khamenei's regime. Read the shocking statistics.
Iran rejects UN atomic watchdog resolution
Iran condemns the UN atomic watchdog's resolution as 'anti-Iranian' and threatens further retaliatory actions, escalating nuclear tensions. Discover the latest developments.
Iran Open to Nuclear Talks With US Under Conditions
Iran's foreign minister reveals Tehran could rejoin nuclear negotiations if treated with respect, disclosing new mediation requests. Discover the diplomatic path forward.
Iran's Water Crisis: Prayers and Cloud Seeding in Tehran
Tehran faces unprecedented drought with just 1mm of rain this year. Discover the desperate measures from mass prayers to cloud seeding as Iran confronts a potential water catastrophe.
Britons in Iran begin hunger strike in 'cry for help'
Lindsay and Craig Foreman from East Sussex have started a hunger strike in Tehran's Evin Prison after feeling 'let down' by the UK government. Their family pleads for action.
20,000 Iranian rebels poised to strike regime strongholds
Exclusive intelligence reveals Iran's main opposition group has mobilised 20,000 fighters along border regions as nationwide protests against the regime intensify. Defence experts warn of escalating conflict.
Iran child bride faces execution unless £80k paid
A teenage child bride in Iran faces imminent execution unless her family can raise £80,000 in 'blood money' after she killed her abusive husband in self-defence. The shocking case has drawn international condemnation.
British couple losing hope in Iran prison
Exclusive: A British couple imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges reveal their fading hope as diplomatic efforts stall and prison conditions worsen in shocking new testimony.
British couple await verdict in Iran detention case
A British-Iranian couple detained in Iran for over five years await a verdict that could determine their fate, as diplomatic efforts continue to secure their release.
Iranian women defy compulsory hijab in street protests
Brave Iranian women are staging public demonstrations against mandatory headscarf laws, dancing unveiled in the streets while the regime intensifies its crackdown on female singers and social media content creators.
Thom Yorke: I Would Not Play Israel
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke breaks his silence on cultural boycott of Israel, revealing he would refuse to perform there amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Iran executes women for resisting domestic abuse
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking rise in executions of Iranian women who fought back against violent partners, as regime intensifies crackdown on women's rights
Iran to move capital from Tehran due to water crisis
Iran's president has announced an urgent plan to move the country's capital from Tehran, citing severe water shortages and environmental threats that make the city increasingly uninhabitable.
UN Council Fails to Halt Snapback Iran Nuclear Sanctions
The UN Security Council fails to prevent the automatic reimposition of crippling nuclear sanctions on Iran, plunging diplomatic efforts into chaos and escalating global tensions over Tehran's atomic programme.
UN Sanctions Iran Over Nuclear Programme Escalation
The United Nations imposes new sanctions on Iran after a nuclear watchdog report confirms Tehran's rapid escalation of its atomic programme, breaching the 2015 nuclear deal.
UK and US impose sweeping new sanctions on Iran
The UK and US have unleashed a formidable new wave of sanctions targeting Iran's drone production and military apparatus, intensifying pressure over its expanding nuclear activities and regional aggression.
Sally Rooney declines Israeli arts award over Palestine stance
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines prestigious Aky Arts Award, citing Israel's 'system of racial domination and segregation' against Palestinians. The move ignites fresh debate on cultural boycotts.
Sally Rooney skips award over UK arrest threat for Palestine views
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines to attend a major UK literary awards ceremony, citing advice that her public support for Palestine could lead to her arrest upon entry to Britain.
BBC in Eurovision boycott crisis over Israel hosting
The BBC faces a major dilemma as European broadcasters threaten to boycott the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest if held in Israel. Internal debates rage over balancing artistic independence with political pressures.
India-Pakistan Asia Cup Clash Threatened After Kashmir Attack
Calls mount for India to boycott the high-voltage Asia Cup cricket match against Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack on pilgrims in Kashmir, escalating tensions and putting the tournament in jeopardy.
Brit Jailed in Iran for a Decade on Spying Charges
Exclusive: The harrowing ten-year ordeal of a British family whose son, Anoosheh Ashoori, remains imprisoned in Iran on widely condemned espionage charges. A desperate plea for justice from a heartbroken mother and father.
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