Yemen is experiencing the most serious escalation between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-aligned Houthi group since a UN-brokered truce largely halted cross-border attacks in 2022.
According to the report, the US wanted to reassure the countries that their key energy facilities would be protected in case major combat operations resume within the region.
US deploys third aircraft carrier to Middle East • UKMTO says tanker struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz • Houthis attacked Medina
Both were cleared to fly by medical professionals after being hospitalized once the aircraft landed in Tubuk.
While Araghchi did not speak explicitly about the state of Iran's economy, the diplomats told Bloomberg that the suggestion signals the extent of the country's economic struggles.
Among entities added to the Office of Foreign Assets Control’s Specially Designated Nationals List as part of the new sanctions is the Islamic Republic of Iran Railway Company.
IRAN AFFAIRS: There is now another account of those weeks by the Iranians who were living through them, one that was recorded as events unfolded live.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio determined that the military aid was necessary for "counterterrorism, border security, or nonproliferation programs."
The US's 23-year presence in Iraq ended as both sides offer their characterization of the conflict and look to the future.
The move means that, until the US midterm elections, President Donald Trump will have significantly greater military capabilities and a wider range of options for potential action against Iran.
Baloch militants appear to be increasing their fight against the Iranian regime as the IRGC cracks down.
