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October 10, 2024 at 3:08 PM

UN bases in Lebanon hit by artillery more than 100 times in past year: Official

ABC News correspondent Patrick Reevell has the latest from the war in the Middle East.
October 10, 2024 at 3:08 PM
VIDEO: UN bases in Lebanon hit by artillery more than 100 times in past year: Official
October 8, 2024 at 9:42 PM

MI5 spy chief says Russia and Iran are behind a 'staggering' rise in deadly plots

The head of MI5 says Britain is facing a staggering rise in attempts at assassination, sabotage and other crimes backed by Russia and Iran
October 8, 2024 at 9:42 PM
Ken McCallum, Director General of MI5, delivers the annual Director General's speech at Counter Terrorism Operations Centre in west London, Tuesday Oct. 8, 2024. (Yui Mok/PA via AP)
October 4, 2024 at 12:06 PM

Iranian supreme leader praises missile attack on Israel

Iran’s supreme leader has praised the country’s recent missile strike on Israel and said it is ready to do it again if necessary
October 4, 2024 at 12:06 PM
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, second left, meets with Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, right, in Beirut, Lebanon, Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar)
October 3, 2024 at 6:28 PM

Israel vows retaliation against Iran

ABC News’ Matt Gutman reports on the growing concerns of wider escalation in the Middle East.
October 3, 2024 at 6:28 PM
VIDEO: Israel vows retaliation against Iran
October 3, 2024 at 9:41 AM

Alcohol poisoning kills dozens of people in Iran

Iranian state media says at least 26 people have died after drinking alcoholic beverages that contained toxic methanol
October 3, 2024 at 9:41 AM
October 3, 2024 at 12:55 AM

Iran’s missile attack on Israel; Vice presidential debate reaction

ABC News’ panels take a look at Wednesday’s biggest headlines.
October 3, 2024 at 12:55 AM
VIDEO: Iran’s missile attack on Israel; Vice presidential debate reaction
October 2, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Israel response to Iran missile attack will 'come fast': Israeli official

U.S. officials are hoping Israel's response is "measured" and won't instigate further escalation.
October 2, 2024 at 8:46 PM
VIDEO: Israel's response to Iran missile attack will 'come fast': Israeli official
October 2, 2024 at 7:02 PM

Indian soccer team refuses to travel to Iran for game because of security fears

India’s Mohun Bagan Super Giants has refused to travel to Iran to play Tractor SC in an Asian Champions League Two match scheduled for Wednesday because of the escalating security problems in the country and region
October 2, 2024 at 7:02 PM
FILE - FIFA presidential candidate Sheik Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa of Bahrain attends an extraordinary FIFA congress in Zurich, Switzerland, Feb. 26, 2016. (AP Photo/Michael Probst, File)
October 2, 2024 at 6:46 PM

Israel vows retaliation following Iran's missile attack

There are fears of a wider regional conflict as the U.S. has been working to de-escalate the heightened tensions in the Middle East.
October 2, 2024 at 6:46 PM
VIDEO: Israel vows retaliation following Iran's missile attack
October 2, 2024 at 6:46 PM

‘We don’t want an all-out war’ with Iran: Israeli diplomat

Ofir Akunis, the Consul General of Israel in New York, said Israel’s response to missile attacks “will be very painful for Iran.”
October 2, 2024 at 6:46 PM
VIDEO: ‘We don’t want an all-out war’ with Iran: Israeli diplomat
October 2, 2024 at 2:56 PM

Iran launches missile attack on Israel

Israel says it is preparing a counterstrike after the massive Iranian missile assault on Tuesday.
October 2, 2024 at 2:56 PM
VIDEO: Iran launches missile attack on Israel
October 2, 2024 at 12:59 PM

Fears of further escalation after Iran missile attack on Israel

ABC News’ Ian Pannell and Martha Raddatz offer analysis following the major escalation from Iran.
October 2, 2024 at 12:59 PM
VIDEO: Fears of further escalation after Iran missile attack on Israel
October 2, 2024 at 12:40 AM

Sen. Katie Britt unpacks VP debate and Middle East turmoil

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL) to discuss the developing situation in the Middle East and what’s ahead as VP candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance take the debate stage.
October 2, 2024 at 12:40 AM
VIDEO: Sen. Katie Britt unpacks VP debate and Middle East turmoil
October 1, 2024 at 11:50 PM

Harris and Trump respond to Iranian missile attack

The crisis in the Middle East dominates the presidential campaign, as VP hopefuls Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz prepare for their one and only debate.
October 1, 2024 at 11:50 PM
VIDEO: Harris and Trump respond to Iranian missile attack
October 1, 2024 at 11:46 PM

US launched missiles to intercept Iranian barrage

Iran launched missiles into Israel as retaliation for Israeli assassinations. The U.S. launched missiles to assist Israel in defending against the attack, an official said.
October 1, 2024 at 11:46 PM
VIDEO: US launched missiles to intercept Iranian barrage
October 1, 2024 at 11:46 PM

Israel vows to retaliate after Iran launches largest missile attack on Israel

Israel is vowing to retaliate after Iran launched its biggest missile attack ever on Israel, targeting multiple air bases and intelligence headquarters.
October 1, 2024 at 11:46 PM
VIDEO: Israel vows to retaliate after Iran launches largest missile attack on Israel
October 1, 2024 at 11:37 PM

Kamala Harris condemns Iranian missile attack on Israel 'unequivocally'

Vice President Kamala Harris said she condemns the Iranian missile attack on Israel "unequivocally."
October 1, 2024 at 11:37 PM
VIDEO: Kamala Harris condemns Iranian missile attack on Israel 'unequivocally'
October 1, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Israeli official says Israel will have a 'significant response' to Iran’s attack

Aaron David Miller of the Carnegie Endowment and Alex Vatanka of the Middle East Institute join the show.
October 1, 2024 at 11:36 PM
VIDEO: Israeli official says Israel will have a 'significant response' to Iran’s attack
October 1, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Biden speaks at the White House calling the Iran missile attacks 'ineffective'

President Joe Biden addresses the crisis in the Middle East as Israel will have "significant response" after Iran's attack.
October 1, 2024 at 9:02 PM
Biden speaks at the White House calling the Iran Missile attacks 'ineffective'
October 1, 2024 at 7:37 PM

Iran missile strike could increase US gas prices, experts say

Oil prices climbed more than 3% on Tuesday.
October 1, 2024 at 7:37 PM
In this Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020 photo released by the U.S. Navy, the MT Wila is boarded by Iranian navy commandos in the Gulf of Oman off the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates.
October 1, 2024 at 7:23 PM

White House holds briefing as Iran launches retaliatory missiles strike on Israel

The United States military coordinated closely with the Israeli Defense Forces to help defend Israel against the Iranian missile attack national security adviser Jake Sullivan told reporters.
October 1, 2024 at 7:23 PM
VIDEO: White House holds briefing as Iran launches retaliatory missiles strike on Israel
October 1, 2024 at 7:22 PM

Oil prices rise after Iran attack on Israel

The price of crude oil increased by more than 3% on Tuesday after rockets were fired into Israel.
October 1, 2024 at 7:22 PM
The price of crude oil increased by more than 3% on Tuesday after rockets were fired into Israel.
October 1, 2024 at 6:01 PM

Biden says US prepared to help Israel defend against Iranian attack

ABC News’ Mary Bruce on White House reaction to Iran’s firing of missiles at Israel.
October 1, 2024 at 6:01 PM
ABC News’ Mary Bruce on White House reaction to Iran’s firing of missiles at Israel.
October 1, 2024 at 5:38 PM

Iran confirms responsibility for missiles fired at Israel

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the missile attack was a retaliation for different assassinations carried out by Israel, Mehr News Agency reported.
October 1, 2024 at 5:38 PM
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said the missile attack was a retaliation for different assassinations carried out by Israel, Mehr News Agency reported.
October 1, 2024 at 2:31 PM

Iran to launch ballistic missiles at Israel 'imminently,' US official says

A senior White House official told ABC News on Tuesday that the U.S. "has indications that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel."
October 1, 2024 at 2:31 PM
VIDEO: Iran to launch ballistic missiles at Israel 'imminently,' US official says
September 27, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Justice Department charges 3 Iranians over Trump campaign emails hack

The Justice Department unsealed an indictment Friday charging three Iranians over their alleged involvement in the hack of emails from former President Donald Trump's campaign.
September 27, 2024 at 5:20 PM
VIDEO: Justice Department charges 3 Iranians over Trump campaign emails hack
September 25, 2024 at 10:56 PM

Trump suggests Iran tied to assassination attempts, issues blunt warning

Former President Donald Trump aimed his ire at Iran at a rally Wednesday following warnings from U.S. security officials that the country is targeting him.
September 25, 2024 at 10:56 PM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event, Sept. 25, 2024, in Mint Hill, N.C.
September 24, 2024 at 1:52 PM

Russia and Iran using AI to influence US election: DNI

They can "quickly and convincingly tailor synthetic content," an official said.
September 24, 2024 at 1:52 PM
Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with the Director of the National Research Centre Kurchatov Institute, Mikhail Kovalchuk, at the Kremlin in Moscow, Sept. 23, 2024.
September 20, 2024 at 12:11 AM

FBI: Iranian hackers sent stolen Trump campaign material to Biden campaign

Federal authorities say Iranian hackers sent stolen Trump campaign material to individuals associated with the Biden campaign.
September 20, 2024 at 12:11 AM
VIDEO: Iranian hackers stole Trump campaign material; Harris campaign says it did not use
September 19, 2024 at 8:37 PM

Harris campaign says it did not use Trump campaign materials from Iranian hackers

Kamala Harris’ campaign said it did not use materials that the FBI said Iranian hackers gathered from email accounts associated with Donald Trump’s campaign.
September 19, 2024 at 8:37 PM
Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris waves ater speaking at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute in DC, Sept. 18, 2024.
September 19, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Iranian hackers sent 'stolen' Trump campaign material to Biden campaign: FBI

Intelligence agencies have assessed Russia, China and Iran are the biggest peddlers of influence operations in 2024.
September 19, 2024 at 3:12 PM
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump talks to journalists in the spin room after he debated Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, Sept. 10, 2024, in Philadelphia. President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation 2024 Phoenix Awards, Sept. 14, 2024 in Washington, D.C.
September 19, 2024 at 1:47 PM

Iran accused of sending stolen Trump campaign materials to then-Biden campaign

U.S. intelligence agencies accuse Iranian hackers of stealing “non-public material from former President Trump’s campaign” and sending it to “individuals ... associated with President Biden’s campaign."
September 19, 2024 at 1:47 PM
VIDEO: Iran accused of sending stolen Trump campaign materials to then-Biden campaign
2 months ago

Iran doubles down on threats to strike Israel after Hamas leader's assassination

A retaliation "is definitive and will be measured and calculated," Iran's foreign minister said. The U.S. noted that two aircraft carrier strike groups will remain in the region to defend Israel.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Iran doubles down on threats to strike Israel after Hamas leader's assassination
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
In this July 5, 2024, file photo, President Joe Biden speaks in Madison, Wis. | In this July 31, 2024, file photo, former President and 2024 Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump answers questions during the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention in Chicago.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Former US NATO Ambassador on escalating tensions in Middle East
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Submarine USS Georgia is underway after a port visit to Naples, Italy, Aug. 22, 2009.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks during a joint press conference with Mongolia's Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg, unseen, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, Aug. 1, 2024.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Concerns grow as Middle East tension escalates
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
In this July 22, 2022, file photo, U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer speaks during a joint statement with Colombia's President-elect Gustavo Petro, in Bogota, Colombia.
2 months ago

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.”
2 months ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Jon Finer
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Iran vows to retaliate against Israel for assassination in Tehran
2 months ago

'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.
2 months ago
Palestinian top Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, leads Muslims in the Eid al-Adha in Gaza City, Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018.
 (Photo by Majdi Fathi/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Political leader of Hamas killed in Tehran
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Hamas' top political leader killed in Iran
3 months 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.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Possible Iranian plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
Former President Donald Trump leaves the courtroom at the end of the day's proceedings in his criminal trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments at Manhattan Criminal Court, May 14, 2024, in New York.
3 months ago

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
3 months ago
Avril Haines, director of national intelligence, during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing in Washington, D.C., May 2, 2024.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
Voters fill out their ballots for the presidential runoff election at a polling station in Tehran, Iran, Friday, July 5, 2024. Iranians are voting in a runoff election to replace the late President Ebrahim Raisi, who was killed in a May helicopter crash in the country's northwest along with the foreign minister and several other officials.
4 months ago

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.
4 months ago
President Joe Biden speaks at an event in Columbia, S.C., on Jan. 27, 2024.
5 months ago

Funeral held for Iran’s late president

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi passed away in a helicopter crash on May 19, 2024.
5 months ago
VIDEO: Funeral held for Iran’s late president