Iran Nation or Cause

“Iran Policy Memo: What Comes Next,” J Street, 11-3-25.

“Iran says planning for large-scale nuclear energy expansion,” World Nuclear News, 11-3-25.

“Iran’s Supreme Leader Issues Ultimatum to Trump,” Newsweek, 11-3-25.  Spoiler alert—the Grand Ayatollah will maintain this same position as long as he is power.  “He warned that any future U.S. request for cooperation would be examined only after Washington agreed to certain conditions.  “Only if the United States completely cuts its backing for the Zionist regime, removes its military bases from the region, and ceases interfering in its affairs,” Khamenei said.”

Note that their options are limited IF they choose to a revolutionary state.  If they instead act as other countries, the world of trade, relations, peace, economy, HDI measurements, etc. open up.  See “The 12-Day War: Iran’s Leaders Face Narrowing Choices,” Middle East Institute, 11-3-25.

Terror vs. Freedom.  Which state would you choose to be your friend?  “Iran’s Supreme Leader says cooperation with US not possible while it backs Israel,” Reuters, 11-3-25.

So old, it can never be news.  “Iran FM rejects nuclear talks with U.S., says uranium enrichment to proceed,” Iran International, 11-1-25.

What Iran could be, Syria is becoming.  And Syria is no longer the lapdog for Iran.  “Trump to host Syrian president at White House,” Politico, 11-1-25.

“Iran military court clears three IRGC officers accused of killing civilians,” Iran International, 11-1-25.

“A crumbling empire: Is the Iranian Revolution finally at an end? – opinion,” JPost, 11-1-25.

Syracuse and Washington Univ. are not who is usually on Fox.  “Prominent university chancellor says anti-Israel campus protests ‘were encouraged from Iran’,” Fox, 11-1-25.

“Iran has ‘no desire’ for talks with US, ‘cannot stop uranium enrichment,’ says FM,” Times of Israel, 11-1-25.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/iran-has-no-desire-for-talks-with-us-cannot-stop-uranium-enrichment-says-fm/

“Iran-backed Hezbollah rearms, defying cease-fire – WSJ,” Iran International, 10-31-25.

“China Gives Iran Missile Boost Amid Tensions With US,” Newsweek, 10-31-25.

“Western intelligence says Iran is rearming despite UN sanctions, with China’s help,” Budapest, 10-31-25.

“IHRNGO Welcomes UN FFMI’s Probe into Iran Executions as Crimes Against Humanity,” Iran Human Rights, 10-31-25.

“Iran: Human rights investigators alarmed by ‘surge in repression’ and spike in executions following Israeli airstrikes,” UN, 10-31-25.

“Two Russians sentenced to 25 years for plot to kill Iranian dissident in US,” Guardian, 10-29-25.

“Iran rebuilding ballistic missile manufacturing capabilities with China’s support – CNN,” JPost, 10-29-25.

Par for the course.  “Iran demands $170 million fine from Israeli billionaire over seized vessel,” i24, 10-28-25.  “Iran has demanded a $170 million fine from Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer, owner of the container vessel MSC Aries, which was seized by the Revolutionary Guards in the Gulf of Oman in April 2024. According to Asghar Jahangir, spokesperson for the Iranian judiciary, Ofer is accused of “financing terrorism.” The case is currently under review by Iran’s justice system, with no trial date set. The MSC Aries, registered under the Portuguese flag, was intercepted while en route to the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported that the vessel is managed by Zodiac Maritime, Ofer’s shipping company, and described him as a “Zionist capitalist.” Ofer, 75, is considered Israel’s wealthiest individual, with a fortune estimated at $28.2 billion by Forbes. The seizure drew international condemnation, with Washington describing the act as piracy, while Israel urged the European Union to designate Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization. The incident occurred just hours before Iran launched its first direct assault on Israel, involving hundreds of drones and missiles. Vessels linked to Ofer have previously been targeted by Tehran in 2021 and 2023, in attacks attributed to Iran against tankers operated by his shipping group. The MSC Aries has been managed by MSC, which oversees all commercial operations and cargo handling. The vessel is owned by Gortal Shipping Inc., which leases it to MSC on a long-term basis, giving the company responsibility for maintenance and day-to-day management. The case has placed Ofer at the center of Tehran’s latest judicial and political offensive against Israel, underscoring the intersection of international shipping, regional tensions, and geopolitical disputes in the Gulf.”

Ship hostage-taking.  “Iran demands Israel’s richest man pay $170m fine after it seized cargo ship linked to him,” AFP, Times of Israel, 10-28-25.

“Iran’s Last Ally in the Middle East,” Atlantic, 10-28-25.

“Corruption, mismanagement in spotlight as Iran dissolves major private bank,” Al Jazeera, 10-27-25.

Convincing article, that limited U.S. strikes reinforce nonproliferation.  “What the Iran Strikes Mean for Nuclear Diplomacy,” Lawfare, 10-26-25.

Note that Iran has IRGC/Quds Force officers around the globe involved in crimes and national security issues, part of the “years-long Iranian campaign of global terrorism.”  “Mossad names IRGC commander behind plots in Australia, Greece and Germany,” Iran International, 10-26-25.  It is rare for Israel to publicly declare these types of idenities.

The Regime government’s decisions have consequences internally (excuse the pun).  “Iran faces looming medicine shortages as UN sanctions strain drug supply chains,” Iran International, 10-26-25.

“Iran declares one of its largest private banks bankrupt,” AFP, Times of Israel, 10-25-25.  “The state-owned Melli Bank has absorbed the assets of the now-defunct Ayandeh Bank, following a decision by the Central Bank, which has given assurances that depositors will be able to recover their savings.”  Watch, this won’t happen.  They’ve lost their accounts.

“IRGC general says Russia needs Iranian missiles and drones, not vice versa,” Iran International, 10-25-25.

Good writing and predictions.  “Iran theocracy ‘dying in its sleep’ with no successor plan, US analyst says,” Iran International, 10-25-25.  There is little preparation for the future as compared to most countries.

Ask yourself why are Russia and China trying to free Iran from inspections?  “Iran, Russia, China question IAEA’s mandate after end of UN resolution,” Iran International, 10-25-25.

“IRGC general says Russia needs Iranian missiles and drones, not vice versa,” Iran International, 10-25-25.  Another article today from this great source, and a source that the Regime tries to silence.  Violently.

“Why is Iran clinging to its nuclear weapons program?,” DW, 10-25-25.

“Iran theocracy ‘dying in its sleep’ with no successor plan, US analyst says,” Iran International, 10-25-25.

Will the UN Secretary General respond?  This is not normal for states to speak this way.  “Iran Compares Trump to Hitler,” Newsweek, 10-24-25.  Larijani, who speaks for the Supreme Leader, forgot that Reagan said the same thing.

“Iran Update, October 24, 2025,” ISW, 10-24-25.

“’America Is Gone’: Tehran hardliners rally behind Khamenei, reject US talks,” Iran International, 10-24-25.

“Is Iran trying to reignite its ring of fire around Israel?,” JNS, 10-24-25.

“Volcano dormant for 700,000 years could soon resume activity, scientists say,” ABC, 10-24-25.

Iran/Hezbollah and Maduro.  “Amid Venezuela tensions, Senate warns of Hezbollah ties,” JNS, 10-24-25.