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The French army is moving to open the Strait of Hormuz “away” from Washington’s plans.

The French army is moving to open the Strait of Hormuz “away” from Washington’s plans.

2026-03-25 09:04

Shafaq News – Paris
Reuters revealed on Wednesday that the French military is moving to hold meetings with the armies of countries willing to open the Strait of Hormuz.

Reuters, quoting the French military, said that “the video conference between the French Chief of Staff and the military leaders who want to restore Read more…

A 15-point US plan to end the war with Iran

A 15-point US plan to end the war with Iran

2026-03-25

Shafaq News – Washington
The New York Times revealed on Wednesday, citing officials familiar with the diplomatic process, that the United States has sent Iran a 15-point plan to end the war in the Middle East, in a move reflecting the Trump administration’s efforts Read more…

Choosing the “powerful one”… Is Iran heading towards extremism or openness to the world?

Choosing the “powerful one”… Is Iran heading towards extremism or openness to the world?

3-25-2026

The appointment of Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr as Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council comes amidst escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, including attacks targeting Revolutionary Guard bases, facilities, and leadership. This coincides with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s initial Read more…

US-Iranian moves to end the war… and a meeting expected in Pakistan

US-Iranian moves to end the war… and a meeting expected in Pakistan

2026-03-24 00:02

Shafaq News – Middle East
Yedioth Ahronoth reported on Tuesday that the United States has set the beginning of April as a possible date to end the war with Iran, at a time when talks between the two sides are expected to be held in Pakistan in the coming days.

The newspaper quoted an unnamed Israeli source as saying Read more…

Israeli newspaper: Mojtaba Khamenei agreed to negotiate and end the war on Iranian terms

Israeli newspaper: Mojtaba Khamenei agreed to negotiate and end the war on Iranian terms

2026-03-24 00:21

Shafaq News – Middle East
On Tuesday, the Israeli newspaper Yediot Aharonot revealed the contents of a “secret” message exchanged between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and US envoy Steve Wittkopf.

The newspaper said the message included that Tehran had obtained the “approval Read more…

Iran appoints Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr as Secretary of the National Security Council, succeeding Larijani.

Iran appoints Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr as Secretary of the National Security Council, succeeding Larijani.

2026-03-24 03:49

Shafaq News – Tehran
The Iranian presidency announced on Tuesday the appointment of Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr as secretary of the National Security Council.

The Iranian presidency stated that the decision stipulates assigning Zulqadr the duties of the Secretary-General of the Council, succeeding Ali Larijani, who was assassinated Read more…

A downward trend hits the yellow metal… Gold records $4306 and silver falls by 5%

A downward trend hits the yellow metal… Gold records $4306 and silver falls by 5%

3-23-2026

Information/Follow-up…
On Monday, the oil and metals markets witnessed a sharp drop in global gold and silver prices, recording new low levels in conjunction with international economic changes.

International reports monitored by Al-Maalomah stated that “gold prices deepened their losses by up to 4%, bringing the price Read more…

US officials: There is no alternative to a ground operation to control Kharg Island

US officials: There is no alternative to a ground operation to control Kharg Island

2026-03-23

Shafaq News – Middle East
Senior U.S. officials have informed their counterparts in Israel and other countries in recent days that there may be no alternative in a war with Iran other than launching a ground military operation to seize Iran’s Kharg Island, according to two sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Read more…

Oil prices fall $17 after Trump’s statement

Oil prices fall $17 after Trump’s statement

2026-03-23 ​​05:32

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Oil prices fell by about 15% on Monday afternoon after US President Donald Trump said he would order the military to postpone any strikes targeting power plants and Read more…

US Treasury Secretary: We do not rule out deploying troops to Kharg Island

US Treasury Secretary: We do not rule out deploying troops to Kharg Island

2026-03-22 08:55

Shafaq News – Washington
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bisent said on Sunday that “all options are on the table,” including sending US forces to secure Iran’s Kharg Island, stressing that “escalation may be necessary to de-escalate” the war with Iran.

In an interview with NBC, Bessent added that “the American people understand Read more…

The G7 demands that Iran immediately halt the attacks and threatens to take “necessary measures”.

The G7 demands that Iran immediately halt the attacks and threatens to take “necessary measures”.

2026-03-22

Shafaq News – Follow-up
The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations on Saturday called on Iran to immediately and unconditionally halt its “unjustified” attacks, stressing the importance of protecting maritime routes, including the Strait of Hormuz.

A joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and Read more…

The Gulf Cooperation Council on Iran’s attacks: We reserve the right to respond in accordance with international law.

The Gulf Cooperation Council on Iran’s attacks: We reserve the right to respond in accordance with international law.

2026-03-22 01:31

Shafaq News – Riyadh
On Sunday, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jassim Al-Budaiwi, renewed his condemnation and denunciation of Iran’s continued attacks on the GCC countries, stressing that they violate international law and norms.

Al-Badawi said in press statements that “the GCC countries retain their full right, Read more…

Iran’s representative to the Maritime Organization: Ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with the exception of enemy vessels.

Iran’s representative to the Maritime Organization: Ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with the exception of enemy vessels.

2026-03-22

Iran’s representative to the International Maritime Organization, Ali Mousavi, confirmed on Sunday that ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with the exception of enemy ships. Mousavi stated that “ships, with the exception of ‘enemy’ ships, can pass through the Strait of Hormuz according to Read more…

Fitch: Oil prices will reach $120 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed

Fitch: Oil prices will reach $120 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed

2026-03-21

Shafaq News – Baghdad
In a recent report, Fitch Ratings predicted that the oil market would experience sharp fluctuations in 2026 if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed due to military tensions in the region.

The agency explained that the average price of Brent crude could reach Read more…

Trump: We are considering reducing our military efforts in the Middle East!

Trump: We are considering reducing our military efforts in the Middle East!

2026-03-21

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Friday that America is considering reducing its military efforts in the Middle East. Trump said, “We are getting very close to achieving our goals and are considering reducing our military efforts Read more…

Unlike other fathers, North Korea’s leader is teaching his daughter to drive a tank.

Unlike other fathers, North Korea’s leader is teaching his daughter to drive a tank.

2026-03-20 00:02

Shafaq News – Follow-up
In a strange scene that we don’t see every day, Kim Ju-ae, the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, appeared driving a military tank while her father climbed onto the top of the tank, in a training moment between father and daughter, Read more…

Iran announces assassination of Revolutionary Guard spokesman

Iran announces assassination of Revolutionary Guard spokesman

2026-03-20 00:57

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iranian television announced on Friday that the spokesman for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naeini, was killed in an attack that took place at dawn today.

For its part, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, in an official statement, Read more…

US intelligence confirms Mojtaba Khamenei was injured in an Israeli attack

US intelligence confirms Mojtaba Khamenei was injured in an Israeli attack

2026-03-19 08:01

Shafaq News – Washington
US intelligence confirmed on Thursday that Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was seriously injured in an Israeli military strike.

US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said in a press statement Read more…

Within hours, gold prices plummeted, with losses exceeding $333.

Within hours, gold prices plummeted, with losses exceeding $333.

2026-03-19 06:21

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Gold prices fell on Thursday afternoon to $4,562 an ounce, a loss of $333 compared to the opening price, despite continued geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

This sharp decline comes after statements by the US Federal Reserve, in which its Read more…

The Iranian parliament is considering imposing fees for “safe passage” through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Iranian parliament is considering imposing fees for “safe passage” through the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-03-19 02:38

Shafaq News – Tehran
An Iranian member of parliament revealed on Thursday that a draft law is being studied to impose fees and taxes on the passage of ships and energy through the Strait of Hormuz, in exchange for what she described as Iran securing Read more…