New Secretary Appointed for Iran's Supreme National Security Council

The Iranian Vice President for Communications announced the appointment of Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr as the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. This is a key personnel decision in the country's security sector.

The Iranian Vice President for Communications announced on Tuesday via X the appointment of Mohammad Baqer Zolghadr as the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

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2026-03-24T22:36:28+00:00

Iran Threatens Response to Potential Arab States' War Participation

A high-ranking Iranian official has stated a readiness to respond with a severe attack if Persian Gulf Arab states join a war against Iran. He also mentioned the possibility of bombardments and mining the strait in case the U.S. seizes Kharg Island. Major Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are losing patience with Iranian attacks but remain cautious about directly joining the conflict.

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2026-03-24T20:47:01+00:00

Iran Charges $2 Million for Transit Through Strait of Hormuz

During the conflict with Iran, transit through the Strait of Hormuz has become a paid service. Reports indicate Tehran is charging $2 million for safe passage, leading to a surge in oil prices and threats from the United States.

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2026-03-24T17:23:36+00:00

Iran Appoints New Security Chief After Larijani's Killing

Iran appoints Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, a former IRGC officer, as new security chief following Ali Larijani's assassination. Zolghadr, with extensive military and judicial experience, takes office amid a full-scale war with the US and Israel.

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2026-03-24T17:09:56+00:00

Iran Imposes Unofficial Transit Fees in Strait of Hormuz

Iran has started charging commercial ships for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, demanding up to two million dollars per trip. This creates an unofficial tariff system and increases geopolitical tensions in the region, through which 20% of global oil supplies pass.

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2026-03-24T15:25:41+00:00

Iran Arrests Hundreds Over Cyber Activities

Iranian authorities arrested over a thousand people on charges of collaborating with the 'enemy' and engaging in activities threatening national security, as part of one of the largest security operations since the conflict began.

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