“Lebanese Daily: Iran Has Supplied Hizbullah With Drone Boats And Underwater Drones That Can Approach Israeli Coast,” MEMRI, 6-26-24.

The Times’ headline does not exactly match the story.  “Iran said not enthusiastic over Iraqi militias’ plans to directly back Hezbollah in war against Israel,” Times of Israel, 6-26-24.

This story (it is not accurate) presents an opportunity to address the drug trade worldwide and to engage Iran.  It could be a win-win.  (the truth is more that Iran is involved in the int’l drug trade).  See “Iran at forefront of fight against drug trafficking,” Mehr, 6-26-24.

“Mothers of Iran’s Killed Protesters Denounce Upcoming Presidential Election,” Iran International, 6-26-24.

I paste from Yale’s Bruce Ackerman because I will post opposing views to mine.  “Iran’s Election Could Bring Lasting Middle-East Peace,” FP, 6-26-24.  Instead, I hew to this view shared by Mohamad Mirghahari at Seton Hall.  “Iran’s sham election will keep the nation on its dangerous path,” The Hill, 6-26-24.

“Russia exporting pork to Iran in unusual trade move,” bne IntelliNews, 6-26-24.

The Regime’s methods are not being moderated, and hiring hitmen continues.  “Iranian Dissident Escapes Assassination Attempt in Netherlands,” Iran International, 6-26-24.

“Iran renews headscarf crackdown as presidential vote looms,” PBS, 6-26-24.

“Russia says it is working on a big treaty with Iran,” Reuters, 6-26-24.

Iranian drones being used by the oppressive government in Burma.  “Tehran Meeting Stokes Fears Iran Arming Myanmar Junta,” The Irrawaddy, 6-26-24.

“Russia’s Gazprom Announces Natural Gas Supply Deal With Iran,” OilPrice.com, 6-26-24.

“New report claims Iran regime using university to hide nuclear weapons development, avoid sanctions,” Fox, 6-26-24.  “The NCRI issued a report in which it discussed how Iran shifted its nuclear program personnel and resources placed on U.S. sanctions to the Islamic Azad University.”