The tit-for-tat raises questions about whether groups backed by Iran can be deterred after a flurry of attacks targeting American troops.
Tag: Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps
Hamas Attack on Israel Brings New Scrutiny of Group’s Ties to Iran
Officials from Iran and Hezbollah helped plan the attack, people familiar with the operation said, but the U.S. and its allies have not found evidence directly linking Tehran.
Iraq’s Prime Minister Seeks Aid From United Nations
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani hopes to persuade the world that he can solve Iraq’s problems when he addresses the U.N. General Assembly this week.
U.S. Seized Iranian Oil Over Smuggling Incident That Escalated Tensions in Gulf
The apprehension of the ship, the Suez Rajan, came after a group opposed to Iran raised accusations of sanctions violations last year.
As Iran Seizes Tankers, UAE Pulls Back From US-Led Maritime Force
The United Arab Emirates announced it had stopped participating in the security group after Iran seized two tankers in the Persian Gulf recently.
U.S. Navy Steps Up Efforts to Curb Iran’s Ship Seizures in Strait of Hormuz
The United States is increasing patrols in the busy shipping lanes, where Iranian forces have taken two internationally flagged tankers in recent weeks.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Russia’s Intelligence Agency for Detaining Americans
The United States also announced sanctions on Iran’s intelligence services, seeking to punish foreign governments for detention of Americans by cutting off access to the international financial system.
U.S. Sends Attack Submarine to Middle East
Officials said the move was meant as a deterrent against Iran and to maintain the stability of one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.
Iran’s Rulers, Shaken by Protests, Now Face Currency Crisis
Years of Western sanctions are partly to blame for the crisis. But economists say poor management by the country’s authoritarian clerical rulers also plays a big part.
Iran Says It Thwarted a Drone Attack on a Munitions Facility
The government did not say who was behind the attempted attack, but some Telegram channels affiliated with Iran’s Revolutionary Guards pointed the finger at Israel.