Politics
US ramps up Middle East forces amid Iran strike considerations
The United States is speeding up its military buildup in the Middle East as President Donald Trump weighs strike options against Iran. The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group will soon enter the U.S. Central Command's area, with additional fighters deploying to the region. This escalation unfolds against heightened tensions, fueled by weeks of anti-government protests in Iran and sharp
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United States warns Iran of military action at UN Security Council
The United States called an emergency session of the UN Security Council on Thursday to address Iran's deadly crackdown on anti-government protests, with U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz cautioning that President Donald Trump has made clear all options remain on the table to halt the massacre. The meeting exposed sharp divisions among Council members over potential military intervention in Iran, where
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Protester arrested in London after removing flag from Iranian embassy
British police confirmed Friday evening that a protester was arrested in London after climbing onto the roof of the Iranian Embassy and removing its flag during a demonstration against repression in Iran. According to the Metropolitan Police, the individual unlawfully entered private property, scaled several balconies, and reached the roof of the embassy, where the flag was
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Iran sees a very limited internet restoration after prolonged shutdown
Internet monitoring organization Netblocks reported on Saturday a very slight recovery in internet connectivity in Iran, following more than 200 hours of near-total disruption linked to ongoing nationwide protests. According to Netblocks, technical measurements showed a marginal increase in online activity during the early hours of Saturday. However, overall connectivity remains at around 2% of normal levels,
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United States deploys carrier group to Middle East amid Iran tensions
President Donald Trump issued repeated threats of military action against Iran this week over the regime's violent suppression of antigovernment protests, stating the United States stood "fully ready to act" before tempering his stance upon claiming assurances that the killings had ceased. This rhetorical escalation coincided with the Pentagon's confirmation of redirecting the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group from the
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Economy
United States sanctions Iranian officials over deadly protest crackdown
Iran faces its most severe crisis since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, sparked three weeks ago when Tehran bazaar merchants shuttered shops in protest against the currency's collapse. What began as economic demonstrations on December 28, 2025, has evolved into a nationwide uprising demanding regime change, met with violence that rights groups say has claimed thousands of lives. The rial's plunge to
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Politics
Putin offers mediation amid Iran crisis as Gulf allies urge Trump restraint
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stepped into the escalating tensions surrounding Iran's brutal crackdown on nationwide protests, offering Moscow's services as a mediator. In separate conversations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian, Putin positioned Russia as a potential bridge to de-escalate the situation. This move comes as Gulf allies intensify diplomatic efforts to dissuade U.S.
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Putin offers Russia as mediator between Israel and Iran amid protests
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed that Moscow act as a mediator between Israel and Iran during their recent phone call, as tensions simmer in the Middle East following weeks of deadly mass protests in the Islamic Republic. The Kremlin announced the discussion, noting Putin's willingness to intensify political and diplomatic efforts for regional stability and security. Both leaders agreed
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Iranian cargo ship linked to Russia arms route sinks in Caspian Sea
An Iranian-flagged cargo vessel previously flagged for its role in a suspected arms trafficking corridor between Iran and Russia sank in the Caspian Sea on January 14, 2026, according to Turkmenistan's Foreign Ministry. The 14 crew members, all Iranian and Indian nationals, were rescued by Turkmen coast guards after the ship issued an SOS signal. The sinking of the Rona, a
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Politics
Iran protests spread to 200 cities as Khamenei labels demonstrators vandals
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei confronts what analysts call the gravest threat to his rule since 1989, as economic protests ignited on December 28, 2025, evolve into a nationwide uprising demanding the end of the Islamic Republic. Sparked by bazaar merchants in Tehran closing shops over the rial's collapse, the unrest has engulfed nearly 200 cities across all 31
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Iran's justice chief demands swift executions amid deadly protests
Iran's judicial leader has called for accelerated trials and executions of protesters as antigovernment demonstrations sweep the country, claiming at least 2,615 lives according to human rights monitors. This marks the bloodiest political violence in the Islamic Republic's 47-year history, drawing parallels to the turmoil of the 1979 revolution that established the current theocracy. Security forces have killed thousands, with
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Politics
UN Security Council meets on Iran as protest death toll tops 2,500
The United Nations Security Council convenes Thursday afternoon for an emergency briefing on Iran's worsening crisis, as the regime's violent crackdown on nationwide protests has claimed over 2,500 lives the deadliest unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, activists say. Requested by the United States, the 3 p.m. ET (8 p.m. GMT) session falls under Somalia's rotating January presidency, per a
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Politics
Trump softens Iran strike threats as protest crackdown eases
President Donald Trump signaled a cautious de-escalation in the standoff with Iran on Wednesday, telling Oval Office reporters that "very important sources on the other side" informed him the killing of anti-government protesters has stopped, with no large-scale executions planned. The remarks follow Iran's reopening of its airspace Thursday morning after a brief closure, alongside US precautions to withdraw select
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Iran kills over 3,400 protesters in deadliest crackdown since 1979
Iranian security forces have slain at least 3,428 demonstrators during a ferocious suppression of anti-government protests that erupted late last December, marking the bloodiest civil unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, according to rights groups meticulously documenting the deaths. Norway-based Iran Human Rights released the verified toll on Wednesday, with most killings occurring between January 8 and 12 at the
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Politics
Russia lacks resources to aid Iran amid escalating protests
Intensifying civil unrest across Iran threatens to topple a weakened regime, with Russia powerless to intervene as a key strategic ally in the Middle East. Analysts warn Moscow's commitments in Ukraine leave it unable to prop up Tehran amid protests sparked by the rial's collapse on December 28, marking the Islamic Republic's gravest challenge in 47 years. Over 2,400 protesters have
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Politics
UN Security Council to hold emergency session on Iran crisis
The United Nations Security Council will convene an emergency session on January 15, 2026, at the request of the United States, to address the worsening crisis in Iran. Government forces have unleashed a brutal crackdown on anti-regime protests, leaving thousands dead and raising fears of broader regional conflict. This meeting comes as the Trump administration weighs military options against Tehran while
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Politics
United States pulls personnel from key Middle East base amid Iran threats
The United States has begun withdrawing military personnel from critical bases in the Middle East as a precautionary step amid escalating tensions with Iran. Tehran has warned that it would strike American facilities if Washington initiates an attack, prompting this repositioning of forces. A U.S. official confirmed to Reuters that personnel are being removed from significant installations in the region. At
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Politics
EU moves swiftly on Iran sanctions after deadly protest crackdown
The European Union is rushing new sanctions against Iranian officials following a brutal suppression of nationwide protests that has killed thousands since late December, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Tuesday. "The rising death toll in Iran is horrifying," von der Leyen said on X. "I unequivocally condemn the excessive use of force and ongoing restrictions on freedoms."
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Politics
Iran's justice chief vows swift trials and executions for protesters
Iran's judiciary head announced Wednesday that expedited trials and potential executions will continue for thousands of detained protesters from nationwide unrest, directly defying President Donald Trump's warning of "very tough measures" if the Islamic Republic hangs dissidents. Gholamhossein Mohseni-Eje'i made the statement in a state TV video, stressing urgency: "If we want to do something, we must do it now.
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Technology
Iran enters sixth day of near-total internet blackout amid Starlink crackdown
Iranian authorities have enforced a near-complete internet shutdown for over 132 hours as of Wednesday, severing tens of millions from the world while security forces conduct house-to-house raids hunting satellite internet gear, according to international monitors and human rights groups. The blackout began January 8, 2026, around 8:30 p.m. local time, coinciding with nationwide protests sparked by the country's economic
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Mali
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0
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1
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3
Benin
1
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Nigeria
2
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0
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4
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2
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4
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0
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0
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matches
Match Finished
2026-01-18 -
20:00
120m
Senegal
1 - 0
Morocco
Final
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2026-01-17 -
17:00
120m
Egypt
0 - 0
Nigeria
3rd place
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2026-01-14 -
21:00
120m
Nigeria
0 - 0
Morocco
Semi-finals
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2026-01-14 -
18:00
90m
+6m
Senegal
1 - 0
Egypt
Semi-finals
Stade Ibn-Batouta
Tanger
Match Finished
2026-01-10 -
20:00
90m
+4m
Egypt
3 - 2
Ivory Coast
Quarter-finals
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2026-01-10 -
17:00
90m
+9m
Algeria
0 - 2
Nigeria
Quarter-finals
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2026-01-09 -
20:00
90m
+5m
Cameroon
0 - 2
Morocco
Quarter-finals
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2026-01-09 -
17:00
90m
+8m
Mali
0 - 1
Senegal
Quarter-finals
Stade Ibn-Batouta
Tanger
Match Finished
2026-01-06 -
20:00
90m
+5m
Ivory Coast
3 - 0
Burkina Faso
Round of 16
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2026-01-06 -
17:00
120m
Algeria
1 - 0
Congo DR
Round of 16
Moulay Hassan Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2026-01-05 -
20:00
90m
+3m
Nigeria
4 - 0
Mozambique
Round of 16
Complexe Sportif de Fès
Fez
Match Finished
2026-01-05 -
17:00
120m
Egypt
3 - 1
Benin
Round of 16
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2026-01-04 -
20:00
90m
+6m
South Africa
1 - 2
Cameroon
Round of 16
Al-Medina Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2026-01-04 -
17:00
90m
+7m
Morocco
1 - 0
Tanzania
Round of 16
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2026-01-03 -
20:00
120m
Mali
1 - 1
Tunisia
Round of 16
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2026-01-03 -
17:00
90m
+8m
Senegal
3 - 1
Sudan
Round of 16
Stade Ibn-Batouta
Tanger
Match Finished
2025-12-31 -
20:00
90m
+5m
Mozambique
1 - 2
Cameroon
Group Stage - 3
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2025-12-31 -
20:00
90m
+8m
Gabon
2 - 3
Ivory Coast
Group Stage - 3
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2025-12-31 -
17:00
90m
+6m
Equatorial Guinea
1 - 3
Algeria
Group Stage - 3
Moulay Hassan Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-31 -
17:00
90m
+4m
Sudan
0 - 2
Burkina Faso
Group Stage - 3
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2025-12-30 -
20:00
90m
+7m
Botswana
0 - 3
Congo DR
Group Stage - 3
Al-Barid Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-30 -
20:00
90m
+10m
Benin
0 - 3
Senegal
Group Stage - 3
Stade Ibn-Batouta
Tanger
Match Finished
2025-12-30 -
17:00
90m
+5m
Uganda
1 - 3
Nigeria
Group Stage - 3
Complexe Sportif de Fès
Fès
Match Finished
2025-12-30 -
17:00
90m
+5m
Tanzania
1 - 1
Tunisia
Group Stage - 3
Stade Olympique Annexe Complexe Sportif Prince Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-29 -
20:00
90m
+5m
Comoros
0 - 0
Mali
Group Stage - 3
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2025-12-29 -
20:00
90m
+5m
Zambia
0 - 3
Morocco
Group Stage - 3
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-29 -
17:00
90m
+7m
Angola
0 - 0
Egypt
Group Stage - 3
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2025-12-29 -
17:00
90m
+8m
Zimbabwe
2 - 3
South Africa
Group Stage - 3
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2025-12-28 -
21:00
90m
+5m
Ivory Coast
1 - 1
Cameroon
Group Stage - 2
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2025-12-28 -
18:30
90m
+5m
Algeria
1 - 0
Burkina Faso
Group Stage - 2
Moulay Hassan Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-28 -
16:00
90m
+6m
Equatorial Guinea
0 - 1
Sudan
Group Stage - 2
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2025-12-28 -
13:30
90m
+8m
Gabon
2 - 3
Mozambique
Group Stage - 2
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2025-12-27 -
21:00
90m
+8m
Nigeria
3 - 2
Tunisia
Group Stage - 2
Complexe Sportif de Fès
Fès
Match Finished
2025-12-27 -
18:30
90m
+8m
Uganda
1 - 1
Tanzania
Group Stage - 2
Al-Barid Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-27 -
16:00
90m
+5m
Senegal
1 - 1
Congo DR
Group Stage - 2
Stade Ibn-Batouta
Tanger
Match Finished
2025-12-27 -
13:30
90m
+6m
Benin
1 - 0
Botswana
Group Stage - 2
Stade Olympique Annexe Complexe Sportif Prince Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-26 -
21:00
90m
Morocco
1 - 1
Mali
Group Stage - 2
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-26 -
18:30
90m
+6m
Zambia
0 - 0
Comoros
Group Stage - 2
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2025-12-26 -
16:00
90m
+12m
Egypt
1 - 0
South Africa
Group Stage - 2
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2025-12-26 -
13:30
90m
+5m
Angola
1 - 1
Zimbabwe
Group Stage - 2
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2025-12-24 -
21:00
90m
Cameroon
1 - 0
Gabon
Group Stage - 1
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2025-12-24 -
18:30
90m
+5m
Ivory Coast
1 - 0
Mozambique
Group Stage - 1
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2025-12-24 -
16:00
90m
+6m
Algeria
3 - 0
Sudan
Group Stage - 1
Moulay Hassan Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-24 -
13:30
90m
+10m
Burkina Faso
2 - 1
Equatorial Guinea
Group Stage - 1
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2025-12-23 -
21:00
90m
+5m
Tunisia
3 - 1
Uganda
Group Stage - 1
Stade Olympique Annexe Complexe Sportif Prince Abdellah
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-23 -
18:30
90m
+4m
Nigeria
2 - 1
Tanzania
Group Stage - 1
Complexe Sportif de Fès
Fès
Match Finished
2025-12-23 -
16:00
90m
+4m
Senegal
3 - 0
Botswana
Group Stage - 1
Stade Ibn-Batouta
Tanger
Match Finished
2025-12-23 -
13:30
90m
+10m
Congo DR
1 - 0
Benin
Group Stage - 1
Al-Barid Stadium
Rabat
Match Finished
2025-12-22 -
21:00
90m
+5m
Egypt
2 - 1
Zimbabwe
Group Stage - 1
Stade Adrar
Agadir
Match Finished
2025-12-22 -
18:00
90m
+6m
South Africa
2 - 1
Angola
Group Stage - 1
Grand Stade de Marrakech
Marrakech
Match Finished
2025-12-22 -
15:00
90m
+6m
Mali
1 - 1
Zambia
Group Stage - 1
Stade Mohammed V
Casablanca
Match Finished
2025-12-21 -
20:00
90m
+5m
Morocco
2 - 0
Comoros
Group Stage - 1
Complexe Sportif Moulay Abdellah
Rabat
Player Statistics
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Top Scorers
Player
Team
Goals
Brahim Díaz
S. Rahimi
V. Osimhen
Mohamed Salah
A. Lookman
A. El Kaabi
A. Diallo
P. Gueye
R. Mahrez
L. Sinayoko
S. Mané
A. Adams
L. Foster
I. Maza
N. Jackson
Omar Marmoush
R. Onyedika
E. Achouri
Christian Kofane
B. Touré
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Cards
Player
Team
🟨
🟥
C. Bassey
A. Hadj-Moussa
Y. Bissouma
S. Alhassan
K. Koulibaly
L. Camara
M. Simon
P. Gueye
S. Nwabali
M. Doumbia
N. Dorgeles
C. Baleba
N. Tolo
Marwan Attia
D. Job
H. Diarra
C. Inao Oulaï
J. Tchamadeu
A. Modiba
W. Ndidi
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Assists
Player
Team
Assists
A. Lookman
S. Mané
V. Osimhen
A. Adams
L. Foster
Emam Ashour
A. Iwobi
S. Chukwueze
A. Hadj-Moussa
D. Ouattara
H. Mejbri
N. Dismas
A. Ounahi
C. Operi
Mohamed Salah
A. El Kaabi
A. Diallo
I. Maza
N. Jackson
Geny Catamo