US Iran tension LIVE updates: Trump called Iran “difficult to deal with” and confirmed the movement of USS Gerald R. Ford, possible the world's largest aircraft carrier, from the Caribbean to the Midd

"Sometimes you have to have fear. That's the only thing that really will get the situation taken care of," Trump said.

President Trump threatened to strike Iran, but the military has needed time to build up its forces in the region.

Iran’s president says he has instructed the country’s foreign minister to “pursue fair and equitable negotiations” with the United States

Iran and the United States have yet to set a date for a new round of talks after an initial encounter last week on the contested Iranian nuclear programme but, for now, US President Donald Trump is not rushing to launch military action against the Islamic republic.

Welcome to the Daily News Brief, CFR’s flagship morning newsletter summarizing the top global news and analysis of the day.  Top of the Agenda Two Iranian military provocations against U.S. assets in the Middle East yesterday underscored high tensions ahead of negotiations planned for Friday.

Iran boasts one of the largest proven oil reserves in the world, and although heavily sanctioned, it remains a top 10 global producer and an active member of OPEC+. As a result of heavy sanctions, most of Iran’s oil has been purchased by China,

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The death toll from a crackdown over Iran’s nationwide protests last month has reached at least 7,002 people killed with many more still feared dead, activists said Thursday.

The international community should immediately investigate accusations that the Islamic Republic attacked demonstrators with weapons of mass destruction.

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has sparked global attention after a fiery anti-corruption message during recent public remarks, while tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise.