**Iran Security Forces Use Tear Gas in Tehran Bazaar as Toll Rises: A Malta Perspective** In an alarming turn of events, the streets of Tehran are echoing with unrest as security forces clashed with protesters in the heart of the city. Over the past week, reports indicate that Iranian authorities have been using tear gas…
**Iran Says No Leniency for ‘Rioters’ as Trump Renews Intervention Threat: A Malta Perspective** In the shadow of rising tensions in the Middle East, the Iranian government has taken a hardline stance against protesters, labeling them as “rioters” and vowing no leniency. This uncompromising position coincides with former U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed threats of…
**Iran’s Khamenei Acknowledges Protesters’ Demands Amid Warnings of ‘Rioters’: A Perspective from Malta** In a notable recent address, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei recognized that the demands of protesters in Iran are “fair” while simultaneously cautioning against what he termed “rioters.” This acknowledgment comes amid widespread protests that erupted in response to economic hardship,…
**Trump Says US ‘Locked, Loaded’ and Ready to Intervene if Iran Kills Protesters: A Malta Perspective** In recent statements, former President Donald Trump has made headlines once again, asserting that the United States is “locked and loaded” to intervene should Iran escalate its crackdown on protesters. This rhetoric, while resonating with some factions of American…
**Trump says US will ‘come to their rescue’ if Iran kills protesters: A Malta Perspective** As protests continue to erupt across Iran, fueled by discontent over government oppression and human rights violations, former President Donald Trump has made headlines with his bold assertion that the United States will “come to their rescue” if Iranian authorities…
### Fresh Clashes Kill Six in Iran Cost-of-Living Protests: Implications for Malta and Beyond In recent weeks, Iran has witnessed a resurgence of protests against rising living costs, with violent clashes leading to the tragic deaths of six individuals. This unrest, ignited by escalating inflation and a deteriorating economy, resonates not only within Iran but…
**Iran Executed at Least 1,500 People in 2025, a 35-Year Record: Rights Group** In a chilling report released by human rights organizations, it has come to light that Iran executed at least 1,500 individuals in 2025, marking the highest figure recorded in over three decades. This shocking statistic is not just a number; it represents…
**Iran Prosecutor Pledges ‘Decisive’ Response if Protests Destabilise the Country: A Malta Perspective** In a recent statement that has reverberated across international media, Iran’s prosecutor has vowed a “decisive” response to any protests that threaten to destabilise the country. This declaration comes amid ongoing unrest in Iran, a situation that has sparked widespread concern not…
**Iran Vows to Rebuild Nuclear Sites, Prompting Reflection in Malta** In a statement that has sent ripples across the global stage, Iran has vowed to rebuild its nuclear sites, promising to make them “stronger than before.” This declaration, while rooted in the geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East, has sparked conversations in Malta, a small…
### Iran Declares One of Its Largest Private Banks Bankrupt: Implications for Malta’s Financial Sector In a significant financial development, Iran has declared one of its largest private banks, Bank Saderat, bankrupt. This news has sent ripples through the global financial community, and Malta, with its robust and interconnected financial sector, is no exception. As…
India, Iran join Belarus-Russia military drills – what it means for Malta’s neutral voice By Antoine Cassar, Hot Malta correspondent Valletta’s Grand Harbour usually wakes up to the low hum of cruise-liner engines and the clatter of cappuccino cups, not the rumble of distant tanks. Yet when news broke this week that India and Iran…
