Tehran, Iran – According to Ali Akbar Dareini, a senior researcher at Iran’s Center for Strategic Studies, both the United States and Israel have failed to achieve their objectives concerning Iran. Dareini stated that former U.S. President Donald Trump aimed to dismantle Iran’s nuclear program and force Iran to the negotiating table. “Trump wanted to portray Iran as weakened and left with no choice but to surrender to American demands,” he said.

He also noted that Israel sought to destabilize Iran, destroy its nuclear infrastructure, and bring down its leadership—none of which materialized. Dareini criticized the U.S. for squandering previous diplomatic opportunities through aggression and remarked, “Trump, who claimed to be a president of peace, has proven himself to be a president of war.”

Regarding Israel, he added, “Netanyahu’s military aggression has cost him the support of some Western allies.”

Iran’s IRGC has warned that any future attack on the country’s interests will be met with a more devastating response that could hasten the downfall of U.S. dominance. Spokesperson Ramazan Sharif condemned Trump’s recent remarks as a sign of American defeat. Deputy Commander Naqdi warned that any assault on religious leaders would result in deadly consequences for all U.S. personnel in the region. This comes after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear and military sites, which triggered deadly retaliatory attacks by Tehran.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shared photos from the funeral of IRGC Chief Hossein Salami, killed recently, expressing pride in his nation’s resilience. He praised Iranians for bravely defending themselves against two nuclear-armed states, preserving their honor and dignity. The funeral also commemorated military commanders, nuclear scientists, and civilians killed in Israeli attacks since June 13. Araghchi highlighted that the pride of a nation is its most valuable asset, inspiring hope and determination for Iran’s future.

Amid easing Iran-Israel tensions, new focus has shifted to Iran’s secret nuclear facility in Isfahan, buried deep underground and holding about 60% of the country’s enriched uranium. US officials admit their bunker-buster bombs cannot reach the site, making it almost immune to attack. The site was targeted only by submarine-launched Tomahawk missiles. While the US claimed Iran's facilities were destroyed, intelligence reports and experts suggest Iran may have moved uranium beforehand, keeping its nuclear capability intact and secure underground.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will "definitely" bomb Iran if it resumes its nuclear weapons program. His remarks came in response to Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei's claim of victory in a recent conflict with Israel. Trump criticized Khamenei as violent and deceitful, asserting that Iran's key nuclear sites have already been destroyed. Despite intelligence reports suggesting only limited damage, Trump insists Iran is already devastated and vows further action if nuclear ambitions are revived.

A massive funeral procession was held in Tehran on Saturday morning for more than 60 Iranians killed in recent Israeli attacks. The mourners included high-ranking military officials, nuclear scientists, journalists, and many civilians including women and children. Coffins draped in Iranian flags were carried from Tehran University to Azadi Square. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the ceremony. Reports indicate that the total number of Iranian casualties in the conflict has reached over 600.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned Donald Trump to refrain from making “disrespectful and unacceptable” remarks about Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei if he wishes to pursue a nuclear agreement with Iran. Araghchi emphasized Iran’s commitment to sovereignty and resilience, stating, “We will never allow others to dictate our destiny.” He further added that Iran would not hesitate to reveal its full military capabilities if provoked, cautioning Israel against underestimating Iranian strength.

At least nine Iranian journalists have been killed during the recent 12-day war with Israel, according to a report from Iran's Basij Media Organization. The head of the organization, Morteza Kar Amouzeian, stated that these journalists were victims of targeted Israeli strikes. He added that over 10 other journalists were injured and are currently receiving treatment. Amouzeian called the attacks a clear violation of the Geneva Conventions and vowed to pursue legal action through international channels to hold the perpetrators accountable.

Several explosions were heard in Eslamshahr, located in western Tehran, late Friday night. In response, Iranian authorities immediately activated air defense systems in the area. Videos shared by Iran International captured repeated blasts accompanied by flashes of light in the sky. However, the exact cause of the explosions and details about casualties or damages remain unclear. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump warned that if Iran succeeds in enriching uranium to weapons-grade levels, it may face renewed bombing campaigns.

The Tehran Times has reported that Israel planned to stage a destructive attack within the United States and falsely implicate Iran to sway American public opinion in favor of military action. Iranian officials said they uncovered the plot after receiving intelligence from an allied nation. According to the report, Tehran warned U.S. authorities and helped prevent the planned explosion.

Following the end of the 12-day deadly conflict between Israel, Iran, and the U.S., Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem publicly expressed renewed loyalty to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Speaking in a video message, Qassem praised Khamenei’s courage and wisdom, emphasizing widespread support around Iran’s leadership amid ongoing tensions. Hezbollah, a Palestinian armed group, has consistently backed Tehran since Israeli and U.S. airstrikes began, reaffirming its commitment to stand with Iran under Khamenei’s guidance.

Iran has not made any decision to resume nuclear talks with the United States, said Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, dismissing claims made by former U.S. President Donald Trump.

“There are currently no indirect talks with the U.S.,” said Araghchi. “Even when the U.S. supported Israeli attacks on Iran and directly bombed our nuclear sites, they were still attempting negotiations.”

He added, “They tried to lure us into giving up our national rights. In times of crisis, they enabled Zionist aggression and pushed us toward war. During negotiations, they betrayed diplomacy. These experiences will guide Iran’s decisions regarding any future nuclear talks.”

Iran’s powerful Kheibar Shekan ballistic missile, dubbed the 'monster missile', recently struck southern Israel, highlighting vulnerabilities in Israel’s celebrated Iron Dome defense system. Designed to carry multiple warheads over long distances at high speeds, the missile challenges Israel’s ability to intercept simultaneous threats. While a ceasefire has brought temporary relief, the looming threat of Iran’s vast missile arsenal remains. Despite advanced defenses, Israel faces growing concerns over its ability to counter such sophisticated weaponry in future conflicts.

Since mid-June, Iran and Israel exchanged missile strikes, escalating tensions. The U.S. launched attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, prompting Iran to retaliate by targeting the U.S. Al Udeid base in Qatar. Despite warnings of a revenge cycle, the conflict quickly de-escalated with a ceasefire declared hours later. Strategic U.S. troop withdrawals and Qatar’s diplomatic balancing between the U.S. and Iran helped prevent further escalation, protecting vital regional infrastructure and maintaining stability in the Gulf.

Iran has formally protested to the United Nations against the recent U.S. attack on its nuclear site, directly rejecting America’s justification of self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter. Iran’s UN representative, Amir Saeed Iravani, called the U.S. action a violation of Iran’s sovereignty and inconsistent with global norms for peaceful nuclear energy use. He described the attack as a clear misinterpretation of international law and contradictory to the fundamental principles of the United Nations.