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August 20, 2024 at 2:30 AM
US intelligence officials say Iran is to blame for hacks targeting Trump, Biden-Harris campaigns
U.S. intelligence officials say they're confident that Iran was responsible for the hack of Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, casting the cyber intrusion as part of a brazen and broader effort by Tehran to interfere in American politics and to unde...
August 20, 2024 at 2:30 AM
August 15, 2024 at 7:26 AM
Iran police shot woman while trying to seize car over hijab violation, activists say
On a darkened road beside the Caspian Sea, Iranian police officers opened fire last month on a 31-year-old woman who had tried to speed away likely knowing they wanted to seize her vehicle
August 15, 2024 at 7:26 AM
August 15, 2024 at 1:11 AM
Google says Iranian-associated hacking group targeted Biden, Trump campaigns
The group, APT42, is associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) according to Google.
August 15, 2024 at 1:11 AM
August 13, 2024 at 6:26 AM
Former US NATO Ambassador on escalating tensions in Middle East
ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with retired Lt. Gen. Douglas Lute on the possibility of a widening conflict in the Middle East as the U.S. moves military assets to the region.
August 13, 2024 at 6:26 AM
August 13, 2024 at 12:17 AM
US preparing for 'significant' Iran attack on Israel as early as 'this week'
U.S. officials say announcing its military moves in the region is a message to Iran.
August 13, 2024 at 12:17 AM
August 5, 2024 at 7:56 PM
US mounts pressure campaign aimed at limiting Iranian retaliation
Antony Blinken told his G7 counterparts on Sunday that a response from Iran and Hezbollah could begin in the next 24 to 48 hours, according to two officials familiar.
August 5, 2024 at 7:56 PM
August 4, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Concerns grow as Middle East tension escalates
The U.S. has sent additional ships and fighter jets to the region in support of Israel as Americans are warned to leave neighboring Lebanon to ensure their safety.
August 4, 2024 at 5:45 PM
August 4, 2024 at 5:10 PM
Finer: US 'preparing for every possibility' on potential Iran retaliation
White House Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer said the U.S. is "preparing for every possibility" regarding potential Iran retaliation.
August 4, 2024 at 5:10 PM
August 4, 2024 at 4:32 PM
Cease-fire deal ‘has to take place as soon as possible’: Jon Finer
George Stephanopoulos interviews White House deputy national security adviser Jon Finer on “This Week.”
August 4, 2024 at 4:32 PM
August 4, 2024 at 2:10 AM
Iran vows to retaliate against Israel for assassination in Tehran
The U.S. has deployed ships and fighter jets to the region and issued a warning to Americans in Lebanon, ahead of an expected strike on Israel by Iran for the assassination of a top Hamas leader.
August 4, 2024 at 2:10 AM
August 1, 2024 at 12:26 AM
'Pins and needles': Iran could retaliate for Hamas chief’s killing, expert says
An expert said that the Israeli assassination of a Hamas leader could mean all-out war in the Middle East or lead to a quick resolution of the conflict in Gaza.
August 1, 2024 at 12:26 AM
July 31, 2024 at 2:40 PM
Political leader of Hamas killed in Tehran
Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of Hamas, has been killed in Tehran along with his bodyguard, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said in a statement.
July 31, 2024 at 2:40 PM
July 31, 2024 at 2:24 PM
Hamas' top political leader killed in Iran
Leaders across the Middle East voiced concerns after Israel claimed responsibility for the strike killing a top Hezbollah leader in Lebanon.
July 31, 2024 at 2:24 PM
1 month ago
Possible Iranian plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump
National security expert Morgan Ortagus explains how this could influence Trump's approach to Iran.
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Trump's Secret Service protection had been increased due to Iran threat: Sources
The U.S. Secret Service in recent weeks had increased Donald Trump's security detail due to intelligence Iran threated to assassinate him, according to three officials.
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Iranian actors seeking to 'take advantage' of pro-Palestinian protests in US: DNI
Iranian government actors seeking to "take advantage" of pro-Palestine protests, including funding some: DNI
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Polls open in Iran run-off presidential election
Polls opened Friday in Iran for the run-off presidential election as none of the four candidates won more than 50% of the votes in the first round on June 28.
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US officially blames Iran-backed group for drone strike, clearing way for retaliation
Officials say to expect a series of U.S. strikes against multiple targets.
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Funeral held for Iran’s late president
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi passed away in a helicopter crash on May 19, 2024.
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New Iran president will be elected 50 days after Ebrahim Raisi's death
Iran's first vice president, Mohammad Mokhber, will assume the presidency following President Raisi's death in a helicopter crash Sunday night, with the approval of the supreme leader.
3 months ago
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Bad weather may be cause of Iran helicopter crash, expert says
ABC contributor Col. Steve Ganyard, a former fighter pilot and a former State Department official, weighs in on what may have caused Iran helicopter crash.
3 months ago
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Expert provides insight into suspected cause of Iranian president's helicopter crash
ABC News contributor Col. Steve Ganyard spoke with "Start Here."
3 months ago
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Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad on the death of President Raisi
Alinejad said she started dancing in the street following the news of Raisi's death, calling him the "Butcher of Iran."
3 months ago
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Iran to enter 5 days of mourning following deaths of president, foreign minister
Iranian state TV confirmed that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were killed in a helicopter crash.
3 months ago
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Iran’s president, foreign minister die in apparent helicopter crash
Officials confirmed the deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and several others after their helicopter crashed in northwestern Iran due to weather conditions.
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With Iranian President Raisi's death confirmed, new election to be held in 50 days
With Iranian President Raisi's death confirmed, a new election will be held in 50 days.
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Iran's President Raisi dead in helicopter crash, Iranian state media reports
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi is dead following a helicopter crash, Iranian state media announced Monday morning local time.
3 months ago
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Search underway for a helicopter carrying top officials from Iranian regime
Rescuers and authorities searching for missing Iranian officials, including Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, after their helicopter crashed on their way back from the Azerbaijan border.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Iran down plays missile strike by Israel
Both Iran and Israel appear to be de-escalating the conflict after the latest strike.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Nothing to see here: US, Israel go radio silent on strike against Iran
A day after Israeli fighter aircraft boldly struck an air defense radar site inside Iran, top US and Israeli officials declined to publicly acknowledge the incident.
4 months ago
4 months ago
White House reaction to latest retaliation against Iran
The U.S. had made clear that whether or not to strike back at Iran was a decision for Israel alone to make.
4 months ago
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Israel ‘secretive’ leading up to Iran strike
ABC News Chief Global Affairs Correspondent Martha Raddatz reports on Israel’s retaliatory attack on Iran.
4 months ago
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Sec. Blinken gives remarks on Israel’s retaliation against Iran
The strike was in response to Iran's attack last Saturday
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Some Iranian women say they fear war with Israel amid violent hijab crackdown
ABC News spoke to several women in Iran who said the fear of an imminent war with Israel has been added to a long list of worries and hardships.
4 months ago
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US sanctions 16 people, 2 groups after Iran attacks
US officials say those who were sanctioned enabled Iran's drone production following Iran's attack on Israel.
4 months ago
4 months ago
US reacts to Middle East conflict
Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo, talks about the United States protecting Americans, de-escalating conflict in the Middle East, and a bipartisan foreign aid bill after Iran’s missile attack on Israel.
4 months ago
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Will US sanctions against Iran go far enough?
The sanctions include targeting Iran's missile and drone program.
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US set to announce new sanctions against Iran for attack on Israel
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin said the United States will soon impose new sanctions on Iran, targeting its missile and drone programs.
4 months ago
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Israel's vow to retaliate against Iran complicates aid talks
U.S. officials said they believe Iran's attack was mostly a failure and the goal now should be a response with broad international support.
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Israel vows to retaliate after Iran attack
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his war cabinet for the third consecutive day to discuss a response to the barrage of more than 300 missiles and drones early Sunday.
4 months ago
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Western military keeps eyes Iran allies
Military officials are keeping a close eye on Iran's allies following its attack on Israel.
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Biden says US 'committed to Israel's security'
President Joe Biden addressed Iran's retaliatory attack against Israel while the prime minister of Iraq was visiting the White House.
4 months ago
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Fallout from Iran’s attack on Israel
Chris Costa, former National Security Council senior director for counterterrorism, shares his analysis of what this means for both countries going forward.
4 months ago
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World leaders urge Israel not to retaliate
Israel is still weighing its response to Iran's attack with a second day of war cabinet meetings. Israel's military chief says, "Israel will indeed respond."
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John Kirby reaffirms US will not take part in any Israeli retaliation against Iran
Kirby, however, did say during his press briefing that the U.S. is committed to defending Israel.
4 months ago
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Iran launches unprecedented attack on Israel
ABC News chief national correspondent Matt Gutman and ABC News senior White House correspondent Selina Wang talk about Iran’s missile launch against Israel as the country considers retaliation.
4 months ago
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Israel weighs potential response to Iran’s attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with his war cabinet for the second time after being unable to make a final decision.
4 months ago
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Economy uncertain after Iran attacks Israel
ABC News business reporter Alexis Christoforous shares how an Israeli response to Iran's attack could lead to soaring gas prices and push inflation even higher.
4 months ago
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Israeli war cabinet considering response after Iran attack
The world is on edge as Israel weighs its response to a swarm of more than 300 Iranian missiles and drones early Sunday.
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WH touts 'extraordinary success' against Iran's attack, doesn't want 'wider' war
John Kirby praised the "extraordinary success" of Israel's defense against a drone and missile attack unleashed by Iran on Saturday and said the U.S. doesn't want war
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