An Iranian flag flutters in front of the reactor building of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, just outside the southern city of Bushehr

Crisis in Iran carries potential nuclear risks, warn analysts

Iran maintains a stockpile of 440.9 kilograms of uranium enriched up to 60% purity — a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels.

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Hali Norei shows a picture of her 23-year-old niece Robina Aminian as she gives an interview alongside her partner Nezar Minoei, in Oslo, Norway

Family of Iran protester searched for her body, burying her on a roadside

Their odyssey reflects the trail of anguish left by Iran's deadly assault on protesters, which has led to desperate relatives searching overflowing morgues.

Sun, Jan 18

In this photo released by an official website of the office of the Iranian supreme leader, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks in a ceremony to mark the Shiite holiday of Eid al-Ghadir, in Tehran, Iran.

Iran's leader acknowledges 'several thousand' protesters killed

It was the first indication from the nation's leader of the extent of the casualties from the wave of protests that began December 28 and led to a bloody crackdown.

Sun, Jan 18

US President Donald Trump boards Air Force One.

'Thank you!' Trump's message to Iran after cancelled executions

The sentiment comes after Trump spent days suggesting that the US might strike Iran militarily if its government triggered mass killings during widespread protests.

Sat, Jan 17

A person walks past a burned bus in Tehran on Jan 15

NZ closes embassy in Iran, evacuates staff as threat escalates

MFAT says consular support was now "extremely limited" and New Zealanders in Iran are urged to leave if safe to do so.

Fri, Jan 16

President Donald Trump speaks during a tour of the Ford River Rogue complex in Dearborn, Mich.

Trump claims killing of Iran protesters 'has stopped'

The US President's claim came even as Tehran has indicated fast trials and executions ahead in its crackdown on protesters.

Thu, Jan 15

In this photo obtained by The Associated Press, Iranians attend an anti-government protest in Tehran, Iran.

Iran signals plans for fast trials and executions for detained protesters

A US official said some personnel at a key military base in Qatar have been advised to evacuate after a senior official in Iran brought up an earlier Iranian attack there.

Thu, Jan 15

Kazem 'Kaz' Hamad pictured in 2015.

Exiled Australian gangland boss reportedly arrested in Iraq

An exiled underworld boss connected to a state's ongoing tobacco wars has reportedly been arrested.

Wed, Jan 14

In this photo obtained by The Associated Press, Iranians attend an anti-government protest in Tehran, Iran.

Death toll from Iran's protests surpasses 2000, activists say

US President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform: "Iranian Patriots, KEEP PROTESTING - TAKE OVER YOUR INSTITUTIONS!!!"

Wed, Jan 14

The Adelaide Writers' Festival (file image).

Adelaide Writers' Festival cancelled after swell of outrage

Randa Abdel-Fattah was due to be at the Adelaide Writers' Week but was axed citing "cultural sensitivity".

Tue, Jan 13

A masked demonstrator holds a picture of Iran's Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi during a protest in Tehran, Iran.

Trump says Iran trade partners will face 25% tariffs from US

Trump announced the tariffs in a social media posting, saying they would be "effective immediately".

Tue, Jan 13

In this frame grab from footage circulating on social media from Iran shows protesters taking to the streets despite an intensifying crackdown.

Trump says Iran wants to negotiate, as death toll rises to at least 599

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghch insisted "the situation has come under total control" in remarks that blamed Israel and the US for the violence, without offering evidence.

Tue, Jan 13

This frame grab from a video released by Iran state TV shows vehicles burning amid night of mass protests in Tehran

'Gravely concerned': MFAT in contact with Kiwis in Iran after killings

Foreign Minister Winston Peters called on Iranian security forces to "refrain from violence".

Mon, Jan 12

A tent camp for displaced Palestinians stretches across an area in Deir al-Balah, in the central Gaza Strip.

Hamas says it'll dissolve Gaza govt when new Palestinian body takes over

Hamas said overnight it will dissolve its existing government in Gaza once a Palestinian technocratic leadership committee takes over the territory.

Mon, Jan 12

In this frame grab from footage circulating on social media from Iran shows protesters taking to the streets.

Death toll in crackdown on protests in Iran spikes to at least 538

Trump and his national security team have been weighing a range of potential responses against Iran including cyberattacks and direct strikes by either US or Israel.

Mon, Jan 12

Civilians evacuate an area of the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood, where clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters have been taking place in the northern city of Aleppo, Syria, Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Kurdish fighters evacuated from Aleppo after days of violent clashes

An Associated Press journalist at the scene saw buses leaving Sunday and was told by officials that the transports carried 360 fighters.

Sun, Jan 11

In this frame grab from video taken by an individual not employed by The Associated Press and obtained by the AP outside Iran shows people blocking an intersection during a protest in Tehran

Iran protests: Death toll reaches 116, activists say

With the internet down in Iran and phone lines cut off, gauging the demonstrations from abroad has grown more difficult.

Sun, Jan 11

Operation Hawkeye Strike

US launches new large-scale strikes in Syria against ISIS targets

The large-scale strikes hit multiple Islamic State targets across Syria.

Sun, Jan 11

Syrian government forces take over the Achrafieh neighborhood from Kurdish fighters during ongoing clashes that erupted Tuesday in a contested area of the northern city of Aleppo, Syria, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026.

Syria ceasefire unravels between security forces and Kurdish fighters

An estimated 142,000 people have been displaced by the fighting that broke out earlier this week, with exchanges of shelling and drone strikes.

Sat, Jan 10

Palestinians inspect the damage at a displacement camp following an Israeli strike in Gaza City, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.

Trump to unveil Gaza peace board as Israeli strikes kill 13 in Gaza

Officials say that Trump is expected to announce next week his appointments to his Board of Peace, which he has said he will head, marking an important step forward for his Middle East peace plan.

Sat, Jan 10

Iran supreme leader signals upcoming crackdown on protesters

Iran supreme leader signals upcoming crackdown on protesters

State media later referred to the demonstrators as “terrorists".

Sat, Jan 10

Protesters march on a bridge in Tehran, Iran, on Dec. 29, 2025

A timeline of how the protests in Iran unfolded and grew

Dozens of people have been killed and thousands arrested as the daily protests have grown and the government seeks to contain them.

Sat, Jan 10

Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's toppled Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, speaks during a news conference, June 23, 2025 in Paris.

Internet blackout in Iran as protesters heed exiled prince's call

Violence around the demonstrations has killed at least 42 people while more than 2270 others have been detained.

Fri, Jan 9

People walk as shops are closed during protests in Tehran's centuries-old main bazaar, Iran.

Security forces clash with protesters at Tehran's grand bazaar

The protest at the main market represented the latest signal that the demonstrations likely are to continue as the country's rial currency fell to a record low.

Wed, Jan 7

Protesters march in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, December 29, 2025.

Iran's economic protests: At least 35 killed and 1200 detained

The death toll surrounding protests in Iran has risen to at least 35 people, activists said, as the demonstrations showed no signs of stopping.

Tue, Jan 6