Middle east iran news

Here are some recent news articles and updates from the Middle East, with a focus on Iran:

Iran

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called for the country to develop its own coronavirus vaccine, amid concerns over the spread of the virus in the country. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Iran has announced plans to increase its oil production, despite ongoing tensions with the US over sanctions. (Source: Reuters)
Iran's economy is facing a severe crisis, with inflation soaring and the value of the Iranian rial plummeting. (Source: BBC)

Regional Tensions

The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran's Revolutionary Guards, in response to the country's alleged involvement in regional conflicts. (Source: CNN)
Iran has accused the US of "economic terrorism" over the sanctions, which have had a significant impact on the country's economy. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Tensions between Iran and the US have increased in recent weeks, following a series of incidents in the Gulf, including the seizure of oil tankers. (Source: The New York Times)

Protests and Human Rights

Protests have broken out in several Iranian cities, including Tehran, over issues such as economic hardship and political repression. (Source: Human Rights Watch)
Iran has been criticized for its human rights record, including the treatment of political prisoners and the suppression of dissent. (Source: Amnesty International)
The US has imposed sanctions on several Iranian officials over human rights abuses, including the head of the country's judiciary. (Source: The Guardian)

Other News

The Middle East is facing a severe water crisis, with many countries struggling to meet their water needs. (Source: The Guardian)
The US and Iran have agreed to a prisoner swap, with the US releasing several Iranian prisoners in exchange for the release of an American citizen. (Source: The New York Times)
The Gulf region is facing a growing threat from cyber attacks, with several countries reporting incidents in recent weeks. (Source: Reuters)