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Missile strike hits residential building in Tehran’s historic Armenian neighborhood
Missile strike hits residential building in Tehran’s historic Armenian neighborhood
A residential building in the historic Armenian district of Majidiyeh in Tehran has come under US–Israeli strikes, according to the Embassy of Iran in Armenia.
11 March 2026
"We Were Transparent with Washington; Iran is a Crucial Neighbor for Us"
CHIEF ADVISOR TO THE ARMENIAN PM:
"We Were Transparent with Washington; Iran is a Crucial Neighbor for Us"
Following last year's agreement on the "Trump Route" in Washington and the recent visit of US Vice President J.D. Vance, the question of how Yerevan will balance its traditional ties with Tehran amidst the current crisis remains a major topic of debate. Lilit Makunts, Chief Advisor to the Armenian Prime Minister and former Ambassador to the US, detailed Yerevan's foreign policy strategy. Emphasizing the principle of transparency with allies, Makunts stated, "We clearly communicated to the US how important a neighbor Iran is for us."
4 March 2026
UK, France, and Germany Prepared to Take "Defensive" Action Against Iran
UK, France, and Germany Prepared to Take "Defensive" Action Against Iran
France, the United Kingdom, and Germany have issued a joint statement expressing that they are "appalled" by Iran's "reckless" attacks. Citing Iran’s missile and UAV strikes against regional countries, the leaders of the three nations declared they are ready to support “necessary and proportionate defensive actions” aimed at destroying these capabilities at their source.
2 March 2026
At least 200 killed in Iran, including 115 girls
US-ISRAEL ATTACK
At least 200 killed in Iran, including 115 girls
While the reported deaths of Supreme Leader Khamenei and other high-ranking officials have dominated the headlines following the attack launched by the US and Israel on Saturday morning, at least 115 girls were killed in a strike on a girls' elementary school in the town of Minab. As search and rescue operations continue, families wait by the rubble for their children to be recovered.
1 March 2026
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Calls on UN: "Take Responsibility"
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Calls on UN: "Take Responsibility"
In a written statement regarding the Israeli and US attacks, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs declared: "We demand the UN Security Council take urgent and effective steps against this aggression that threatens international peace and security."
28 February 2026
US and Israel Launch Attack on Iran
US and Israel Launch Attack on Iran
Following the announcement of a "preemptive strike" on Iran by the Israeli Ministry of Defense, US President Donald Trump confirmed their participation in the attack. As explosions were heard in the Iranian capital, Tehran, it was announced that the joint US-Israel attack would be "large-scale." Ebrahim Azizi, Chairman of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, stated that they would retaliate against the Israeli attack.
28 February 2026
Death toll approaches 7,000; student protests continue
THE TOLL IN IRAN ON THE 38TH DAY OF PROTESTS
Death toll approaches 7,000; student protests continue
The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) announced that the number of people who lost their lives in the protests that began in Iran due to economic problems has risen to 6,872. According to HRANA's report, 50,553 people were detained as a result of incidents across many parts of the country. Meanwhile, student protests persist. Internet access remains inconsistent.
4 February 2026
Istanbul-based master of a 2500-year-old instrument
Istanbul-based master of a 2500-year-old instrument
Today, musical instrument making is not a very popular occupation, but the number of people interested in this craft is increasing. Two weeks ago, we published an interview with Istanbul-born Vahank Nogigosian, one of the rare Stradivarius violin repairers in Turkey. This week, we introduce Iranian santur-maker Amir Homayunfard, who has been living in Turkey for 7 years.
3 March 2017 Rupen Varjabedyan
Agreement in Jarablus: buffer zone for Turkey, canton for Kurds
Agreement in Jarablus: buffer zone for Turkey, canton for Kurds
Jarablus operation, which was launched against ISIS but also targeted Kurdish military forces, continues. However, some sources claim that the US, Iran and Russia came to an agreement in Jarablus, or northern Syria, and Turkey and PYD accepted the conditions of this agreement. According to this alleged agreement, Turkey will stay in Jarablus and Kurds will be able to connect Kobani and Afrin cantons through Al-Bab.
30 August 2016 Nazan Özcan