📰 Iran holds funeral for top commanders, nuclear scientists killed in Israeli operation
Iran held a funeral for top military commanders and nuclear scientists killed during a 12-day war with Israel. Among those mourned were Gen. Hossein Salami and Gen. Amir Ali Hajizadeh. Funeral attendees in Tehran shouted “Death to America” and “Death to Israel.” Israel claimed to have killed nine senior nuclear scientists and over 20 Iranian commanders. The funeral procession in Tehran included caskets draped in Iranian flags, attended by senior figures but notably absent was Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Since the war with Israel ended, Iran has focused on an internal security crackdown, with reports of mass arrests and executions of those accused of espionage. The Foundation for Defense of Democracies stated that Israel’s Operation Rising Lion has exposed the Iranian regime’s weakness. The Human Rights Activists News Agency reported 705 arrests in Iran on political or security-related charges, with 700 detained for allegedly working with Israel. Nonprofit Iran Human Rights warned of individuals on death row for spying for Israel being at risk of execution, with at least nine executions this year on similar charges.
📰 Marco Rubio holds first meeting with families of hostages held by Hamas
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with families of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza to discuss efforts to secure their release. The meeting included family members of hostages and a recently released individual whose brother remains captive. Rubio reiterated the Trump administration’s commitment to bringing all remaining hostages home. The families emphasized the importance of a comprehensive deal to secure the release of all hostages at once. They expressed confidence in the U.S. government’s ability to lead initiatives in the Middle East and urged urgent action to free their loved ones.
📰 Notorious Iranian prison boss flees minutes before Israeli airstrikes after secret warning
The article reports that Hedayatollah Farzadi, the director of Evin Prison in Tehran, escaped before Israeli strikes after a supposed exchange involving his son and Israeli authorities. The Israeli agent instructed Farzadi’s son to convince his father to release political prisoners to spare his life from the impending attack. Farzadi and his son were seen leaving the area just before the airstrikes, and Farzadi has not been heard from since. Farzadi has a history of human rights violations, including torture, murder, and other abuses against inmates. The European Union and the U.S. have sanctioned Farzadi for his actions.
The article also highlights Iran’s internal security crackdown following the U.S. and Israeli strikes. Protesters have been sent to Evin Prison where they face torture and abuse. Farzadi’s past at other prisons includes organizing public amputations and overseeing torture. The EU condemned Iran’s use of the judiciary for arbitrary detention and noted a rise in executions, including of women, minorities, and European citizens. The EU criticized Iran for restricting freedoms of opinion, expression, religion, assembly, and targeting human rights defenders and dissidents.
📰 US Virtual Embassy in Iran urges Americans to evacuate country immediately after partial airspace reopening
The U.S. Virtual Embassy in Iran is urging Americans to leave the country due to ongoing conflicts in the region and the partial reopening of Iran’s airspace. A ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel has been reached to end a nearly two-week conflict. American citizens in Iran are advised to monitor local media and consult with airlines for flight information. Those wishing to leave must travel by land to neighboring countries like Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkey, or Turkmenistan if conditions are safe. The embassy emphasizes the importance of having a departure plan, keeping phones charged, and signing up for alerts from the U.S. government for assistance in emergencies.
The U.S. State Department has created a crisis information acceptance form for American citizens in Iran, but direct assistance for withdrawal from Iran is not anticipated due to consular support limitations. Americans who cannot leave are advised to find a safe place, carry essential items, and prepare for internet network outages. Dual citizens must leave Iran with an Iranian passport and be prepared for interrogation by Iranian authorities. U.S. nationals in Iran face risks of interrogation, arrest, and detention, especially if they show a U.S. passport or connection to the United States.
The New York Times attorney has informed Trump that no apology will be issued for the coverage of Iran strikes. American-Iranian dual citizens are warned that their U.S. passports may be confiscated in Iran, and they should ensure their Iranian passport has necessary visas for their return trip to the U.S. Residents with permanent visas in Iran must obtain an exit permit and all Iranian passport holders are required to pay exit fees when leaving the country.
📰 Iran warns of ‘real capabilities’ if Trump doesn’t drop ‘disrespectful’ tone toward supreme leader
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned President Trump to show respect to Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, or face consequences. Araghchi emphasized the importance of respect in potential negotiations with Iran and criticized Trump’s tone towards Khamenei and his followers. Araghchi also mocked Israel’s reliance on the U.S. during recent military confrontations, highlighting Iran’s perceived strength. The article discusses the aftermath of U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and the tensions between Iran, Israel, and the U.S. post-conflict. Araghchi denied any ongoing negotiations with the U.S. and emphasized that Iran’s decisions would be based on national interests, contradicting Trump’s claims of imminent talks.
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