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July 18, 2024 at 9:01 PM
Possible Iranian plot to assassinate former President Donald Trump
National security expert Morgan Ortagus explains how this could influence Trump's approach to Iran.
July 18, 2024 at 9:01 PM
July 17, 2024 at 12:20 AM
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.
July 17, 2024 at 12:20 AM
July 13, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Iran's president vows balance with all countries, warns US country won't be pressured
Iran’s newly elected president says his government will create "balance in relations with all countries” in line with national interests and the prerequisites for peace but has stressed to the United States that his country “will not respond to pressure.”
July 13, 2024 at 8:30 PM
July 9, 2024 at 9:07 PM
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
July 9, 2024 at 9:07 PM
July 5, 2024 at 2:51 PM
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.
July 5, 2024 at 2:51 PM
2 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.
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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.
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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.
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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."
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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."
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Iran down plays missile strike by Israel
Both Iran and Israel appear to be de-escalating the conflict after the latest strike.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Middle East tension causes concern on Wall Street
ABC News’ Rebecca Jarvis reports on how the rising tensions, along with higher-than-expected inflation, could impact the stock market.
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At least half of Iran’s missiles failed to launch or crashed
ABC News’ Martha Raddatz reports on what the Pentagon is saying about the attack and Israel’s defense.
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US will not participate if Israel retaliates Iranian attack
President Joe Biden has encouraged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to think carefully and strategically about the risk of escalation as it weighs its response to Iran’s attack.
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White House urges caution as Israel weighs response to Iran missiles
White House national security spokesperson John Kirby answers questions about the nation's response to rising tensions between Israel and Iran.
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Iranian strike against Israel sparks fears of wider regional conflict
The U.S. has defense assets prepositioned in the Red Sea to help Israel, but was surprised by the number of missiles and drones strikes Iran launched against Israel.
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Iran launches attack on Israel: What is the Iron Dome?
Iran unleashed a retaliatory attack on Israel Saturday night, sending more than 300 uncrewed drones and missiles toward targets throughout the country, officials said.
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Iranian president releases statement following attack on Israel
"Iran has now taught Israel a lesson," Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said.
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IDF spokesperson comments on Iran's attack on Israel
Peter Lerner said this was a substantial strike that can't be taken lightly.
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Iran launches direct attack on Israel
ABC News’ Martha Raddatz reports on the latest in the Iranian retaliatory strikes on Israel on “This Week.”
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Biden ‘ordered US forces actively to participate in the defense of Israel’: Kirby
George Stephanopoulos interviews White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby on “This Week.”
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G7 leaders condemn Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel
President Joe Biden spoke with G7 leaders after the unprecedented attack by Iran launching hundreds of drones and cruise and ballistic missiles at Israel.
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Washington Post reporter once held captive in Iran reacts to Iran strike on Israel
Iranian-American reporter Jason Rezaian was held captive for 544 days while reporting in Tehran and offers his insight on the growing tensions in the Middle East.
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