Rights group says it has evidence Islamic Republic's security personnel used rubber bullets, tear gas and pepper spray, and pointed air-gun pellets normally used for hunting

Foreign Minister al-Thani visits Baghdad, says his country has made international contacts and consultations with 'brotherly and sisterly countries'

Rouhani says soldiers could be in danger after triggering of nuclear accord's dispute mechanism; Zarif says Iranians were lied to about Ukrainian airliner shootdown

Damascus state news agency accuses Israeli jets of attacking T-4 base, where Iran is believed to maintain a permanent military presence

Damascus state news agency says air defenses deployed during attack on T-4 base, allegedly hit several times in the past by Israel

In IDF's annual intel assessment, Terhan remains the primary foe in the region; the death of its viceroy might make the fight easier, but potential for unwanted conflicts abound

Regime says most are accused of corruption, but opposition paper says moderates and reformists make up lion's share of black list, meaning hardliners will dominate vote

Iran and its proxies have retaliated against Jewish targets before, yet communities say their primary concern remains anti-Semitism, not being dragged into US-Iran conflict

Officials say long-considered operation had fundamental purpose of breaking up what was viewed as perilous cycle of violence bringing Washington, Tehran even closer to hostilities

No details given on identity or number of detainees; Iranian president calls for formation of special court because 'the whole world will be watching'