Our Scans · Tehran · Weekly Summary

• [New] Arguing both Washington and Tehran have strong incentives to keep Iranian oil flowing and avoid political disruption ahead of US midterm elections. CNBC
• [New] Tehran maintains it is peaceful, though it has highly enriched uranium that could be used to build multiple atomic bombs, should it choose to do so. WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta
• [New] Continued Israeli actions against Iran-backed groups could create new tensions and risk triggering responses from Tehran or its allies. Economic Times
• [New] Tehran is expected to use delaying tactics and negotiation strategies to prolong talks. Israel & Jewish News - JNS
• [New] The US has told Iran there will be no more attacks by Israel if Tehran halts its missile strikes, and that Israel has agreed to halt attacks for now. Counter Extremism Project
• [New] International nuclear inspectors will be allowed back into Iran under the terms of a memorandum of understanding with Tehran. CNN
• [New] Trump wants Iran to end its restrictions on shipping through the strait of Hormuz and guarantee that it will not develop a nuclear weapon - something Tehran has long denied pursuing. The Guardian
• [New] Despite severe economic pressures, Tehran continues to resist agreements that could ease sanctions and unlock billions in assets. NCRI
• [New] Tehran has demonstrated a willingness to act as a high-risk actor through unpredictable behaviour and maintain pressure through the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. / USA Al Jazeera Centre for Studies
• [New] As noted, rising economic pressure on Tehran, combined with the possibility of domestic livelihood unrest, could generate new leverage for the United States in mid-term negotiations aimed at preventing Iran from initiating a prolonged war of attrition. Al Jazeera Centre for Studies
• [New] Washington will not lift sanctions on Tehran in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Havana Times
• [New] Danish security officials specifically named Iran's regime and stated that Tehran has had a more active presence in security operations and threatening activities on European soil in recent years. NCRI
• [New] Tehran might demand an easing of economic sanctions. / Iran Edge and Odds -
• [New] Pakistan's military chief and officials engaged in diplomatic efforts in Tehran to advance peace talks between the US and Iran, signaling ongoing indirect negotiations and raising hopes for a diplomatic resolution. Polymarket
• [New] As Abu Dhabi takes more aggressive actions to counter Tehran, it could create pressure for other states to negotiate accommodations with Iran to distinguish themselves from the UAE and avoid Iranian retaliation. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• Tehran is pushing to retain control over traffic and impose a tolling system, which Gulf producers view as untenable and could force alternate routes - or even military responses. investing.com
• Any country enforcing US sanctions against Tehran will definitely face difficulties passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Al Jazeera
• Iran-US tensions escalate as Tehran hits UAE, claims warship strike, raising fears over Strait of Hormuz and pushing global oil prices sharply higher. The Indian Express
• While Israel seeks to eliminate the Iranian threat, Washington wants to disengage, and Tehran feels it must secure an agreement that projects strength to the Iranian people. The Washington Institute
• Iran missile strike in UAE raises tensions as US warns it is ready to resume combat operations if Tehran escalates beyond ceasefire threshold. The Indian Express

Last updated: 25 June 2026