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Exclusive: US politician reveals moves to control markets and Iran’s “imminent collapse”

Exclusive: US politician reveals moves to control markets and Iran’s “imminent collapse”

2026-03-27 04:31

Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
US Republican Party member Frank Mismar revealed on Friday that the White House is taking steps to control prices in global markets and stock exchanges in light of the war with Iran, while indicating that Tehran is on the verge of “collapse” as a result Read more…

The US military sends a message to Iranian soldiers: Leave your positions immediately.

The US military sends a message to Iranian soldiers: Leave your positions immediately.

2026-03-26 07:40

Shafaq News – Middle East
The US Central Command confirmed on Thursday that the commander of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard’s naval forces, Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri, was killed in an Israeli airstrike, stating that this “contributes to strengthening the security Read more…

India pays for Russian oil in currencies other than the dollar.

India pays for Russian oil in currencies other than the dollar.

2026-03-26

Shafaq News – Washington
US media reported on Thursday that, amid escalating geopolitical tensions, Indian oil refineries have begun paying for their Russian oil purchases in currencies other than the US dollar.

The reports stated that the transactions were carried out by sending rupees to Read more…

Despite Iranian denials, Trump says Iran is negotiating secretly and is afraid to make it public.

Despite Iranian denials, Trump says Iran is negotiating secretly and is afraid to make it public.

2026-03-26

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump insisted on Thursday that Iran is participating in peace talks despite its denials, asserting that Iranian negotiators are afraid to announce it for fear of internal reactions.

“They are negotiating, by the way, and they very much want Read more…

Reuters: Pakistani intervention prevented attacks on Araqchi and Qalibaf

Reuters: Pakistani intervention prevented attacks on Araqchi and Qalibaf

2026-03-26 00:41

Shafaq News – Islamabad
A Pakistani official revealed on Thursday that Islamabad had intervened with Washington to prevent the targeting of senior Iranian officials, in a move aimed at preserving political communication channels.

The official told Reuters that Israel had removed the names of Iranian Read more…

Egypt: We, along with Pakistan and Turkey, are conveying messages between the American and Iranian sides.

Egypt: We, along with Pakistan and Turkey, are conveying messages between the American and Iranian sides.

2026-03-26 04:53

Shafaq News – Cairo
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty confirmed on Thursday that his country, in cooperation with Pakistan and Turkey, is playing a mediating role to reduce tensions in the Middle East by conveying messages between America and Iran.

At a press conference held in Cairo, Abdel-Aati warned Read more…

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…