FM Zarif warns Trump to avoid Jerusalem's 'trap,' says it will 'backfire badly' on Israeli 'BFFs,' amid heightened regional tensions between Tehran and US and Israeli allies

Long-time member of the Assembly of Experts dies of 'digestive disease' at 85

IDF holds discussions about possibility of missile and drone attacks from Houthis and Iraqi groups, report says

Meanwhile successor to assassinated Quds force chief threatens 'severe revenge' -- which may come from within the United States

Slamming US president for show of force in region, foreign minister says Tehran will 'openly and directly defend its people, security & vital interests'

Islamic Republic executes man convicted of fatal stabbing in a brawl when he was just 16, fourth juvenile offender to be put to death in country this year

Senior military officer says operation meant to warn Tehran against targeting US forces before Biden takes office, comes after Israeli sub said to have openly crossed Suez Canal

Cabinet creates compensation fund for those killed when Iranian forces accidentally shot down passenger plane minutes after takeoff from Tehran airport

Iranian authorities expect Shifa Pharmed's vaccine to be market-ready by late spring, as the country struggles with the worst COVID outbreak in the Middle East

Leader says Tehran fears Trump administration could seize funds used to buy vaccines, insists purchase will happen but 'could be more costly and be delayed'