Exiled Iranian figure Reza Pahlavi is facing public outrage after expressing support for Israel's military actions and calling on Iranians to rise against their government. Speaking at a press conference in Paris just before a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, Pahlavi's comments drew sharp criticism. Rather than backing his call, many Iranians responded with renewed national unity. His failure to condemn Israeli attacks that killed hundreds of civilians, along with his opulent lifestyle, past associations with dictatorship, and disregard for Islamic sites like Al-Aqsa, have severely damaged his credibility, according to analysts.

An overwhelming majority of Iranians expressed pride in their country’s retaliatory missile strikes, according to an IRIB survey. Approximately 77% view these capabilities as a symbol of national pride, while 80.5% described the military’s performance as robust. Around 69.8% were satisfied with the effectiveness of Iran’s air defense, which reportedly downed several Israeli drones and fighter jets. About 51.8% believe the strikes have strengthened national security, and 76.8% see military capabilities as increasingly reliable. Only 13.7% believe a ceasefire will be successful, reflecting widespread skepticism about peace prospects. A large majority—78%—oppose any Western intervention to halt Iran’s nuclear and missile programs, while 57.4% expressed willingness to participate in future wars. Nearly 61.5% believe U.S. military operations have achieved little success, and 68.2% see digital platforms as tools for Israeli espionage.

An Iranian missile strike on June 15 reportedly "completely destroyed" the Weizmann Institute of Science, a prominent Israeli military-affiliated research facility located south of Tel Aviv. The attack damaged at least 45 laboratories, causing an estimated financial loss of $300–570 million. The targeted strike destroyed valuable research data and samples, affecting the work of over 100 researchers.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi strongly condemned EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas’s remarks suggesting the JCPOA talks aim to end Iran’s nuclear program. Araghchi argued such statements violate both the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and UN Security Council Resolution 2231, undermining future negotiations with the EU and UK. He emphasized Iran’s right to a peaceful nuclear program and criticized calls for one-sided cooperation with the IAEA, while ignoring threats from Israel and the U.S.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf claimed that Tehran dealt a devastating blow to both the aerial and ground forces of Israel during a 12-day conflict. Speaking at a memorial in Tehran on Wednesday, Ghalibaf said Iranian forces began surrounding and dismantling Israel’s military capabilities by the second and third days of the war. He asserted that Iranian ballistic missiles even struck fortified Israeli defense systems—evidence, he said, of Iran’s growing military power. Ghalibaf further claimed that Israel's aggression, backed by the United States, was met with a powerful Iranian response. "Without U.S. support, Israel wouldn’t last a single day," he added.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has admitted that US B-2 bombers inflicted significant damage on the Fordow nuclear facility. While the full extent is still unclear, the installations have reportedly been severely compromised. Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization is assessing the losses. Araghchi insisted that bombs cannot destroy scientific progress or peaceful uranium enrichment. The Washington Post, citing intercepted Iranian communications, reported that Tehran is likely downplaying the scale of the damage.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has approved a law suspending cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) following recent attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities by Israel and the United States. The new legislation requires IAEA inspectors to get approval from Iran’s National Security Council before accessing nuclear sites. Iran also banned IAEA chief Rafael Grossi from entering the country, accusing him of bias. The conflict led to significant damage and casualties on both sides, escalating tensions in the region.

In a strong statement delivered at an event in Tehran on Monday, Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi, senior military advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, declared that the collapse of the Zionist regime and the downfall of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are inevitable and only a matter of time.

General Safavi criticized the recent military actions by Israel and the United States against Iran, claiming they have failed to achieve their strategic objectives. “These aggressions have only accelerated the cycle of death for Zionism,” he asserted.

He further emphasized that Iran’s military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) possess detailed intelligence on enemy interests, infrastructure, and military bases. “The power of the IRGC now extends beyond the borders of the Middle East,” Safavi said, highlighting Iran’s expanding regional influence.

Issuing a stark warning, Safavi cautioned that any further missteps by Iran’s adversaries would put their assets and military bases at severe risk. He promised that Iran would respond with decisive and forceful retaliation if provoked again.

U.S. intelligence reports have revealed that Iran’s military loaded naval mines in the Persian Gulf last month, although they have not yet been deployed. The information comes amid rising concerns following Israeli strikes across Iran, and fears that Tehran may move to block the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The strait handles roughly one-fifth of global oil trade, and any disruption could significantly impact global energy markets. While Iran’s parliament has approved a motion to consider the blockade, the final decision rests with its National Security Council. The origin of the U.S. intelligence report has not been disclosed.

Iranian security forces have arrested over 50 Mossad agents and killed two others during a counter-terrorism operation in Sistan-Baluchestan province. The agents were allegedly involved in terrorist activities on behalf of Israel. The operation, which spanned two weeks, targeted elements connected to the Zionist regime. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also visited bomb-hit areas in Tehran that were recently attacked during a 12-day conflict with Israel, which has killed 935 people, including 102 women and 38 children, since June 13.

Iran has been conducting a secret influence campaign within the UK to bypass sanctions and create social and political instability. The UK Treasury is investigating multiple sanctions breaches linked to Iran, but these are only a fraction of Tehran’s broader efforts. Iranian state media, banned from UK TV, continue online propaganda. Fake accounts tied to Iran have spread divisive content targeting issues like Scottish independence. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is suspected of orchestrating these operations, while UK authorities struggle to respond effectively.

Iranian nuclear scientists have developed an advanced plasma-generating device using the Surface Dielectric Barrier Discharge (SDBD) method. This cold plasma device, which operates at atmospheric pressure, offers applications in medicine, sterilization, agriculture, and industry. Developed under the late nuclear scientist Amir Hossein Faqihi, the innovation demonstrates Iran’s scientific resilience despite geopolitical challenges. It reduces energy consumption and costs compared to traditional methods. The achievement is seen as a strategic advancement in integrating nuclear technology into Iran’s industrial and healthcare systems.

Iranian Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi has warned that the downfall of Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is imminent. Speaking at a memorial event in Tehran, he stated that any further mistake by Israel would put all of its interests and military bases at serious risk. Safavi, a top adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said recent aggression against Iran by the U.S. and Israel has failed and accelerated the collapse of the Zionist regime, warning of intensified Iranian retaliation if provoked again.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that the country’s peaceful nuclear technology and uranium enrichment knowledge cannot be wiped out by military attacks. Following Israeli and US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites in June, Araghchi emphasized Iran’s ability to repair any damage and continue advancing its nuclear industry, which is now a source of national pride. He also expressed skepticism about quick renewed talks with the US, stating that military aggression must cease before diplomacy can resume.

Iran's parliament has passed a stringent new law declaring that any cooperation with the "occupying regime of Israel" or other so-called "enemy states" will be punishable by death. The legislation considers such relations to be acts of "corruption on earth"—a capital offense under Iranian law.

The law specifies that espionage, military or technological support on behalf of Israel or the United States will result in the death penalty. Additionally, unauthorized possession, manufacturing, or import of internet equipment—such as Starlink devices—could lead to imprisonment ranging from six months to ten years.

Other offenses punishable by death include producing drones for enemy states, engaging in cyberattacks, or attempting sabotage against Iranian infrastructure. Harsh penalties have also been outlined for spreading false information and sharing anti-government content with foreign media.