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Iran

Islamic Republic of Iran

STATE AGGRESSOR IR

State actor pursuing nuclear program, funding proxy networks, and conducting retaliatory missile/drone strikes.

Activity Score 78/100

Response History

Condemned US actions as crimes against civilians

Sep 14, 2026 03:28 AM CT

IRGC claimed responsibility for downing the drone using a new air defense system.

Sep 14, 2026 03:27 AM CT

Had its nuclear chief blocked from attending the IAEA meeting.

Sep 14, 2026 03:00 AM CT

Target of US diplomatic overtures regarding nuclear negotiations.

Sep 14, 2026 03:00 AM CT

Mentioned in context of alleged intelligence sharing with China regarding a strike on US forces.

Sep 14, 2026 02:59 AM CT

Territory where US aircraft was shot down.

Sep 14, 2026 02:58 AM CT

IRGC claimed responsibility for downing the drone.

Sep 14, 2026 02:58 AM CT

Alleged to have received assistance from Chinese entities prior to an attack that killed US troops, though the US administration is downplaying the severity of these claims.

Sep 14, 2026 02:58 AM CT

Withdrew its nuclear chief from the IAEA General Conference, indicating ongoing resistance to international nuclear oversight.

Sep 14, 2026 02:57 AM CT

Reportedly downed a US military drone over its territorial waters/airspace.

Sep 14, 2026 01:28 AM CT

Had a senior nuclear official barred from speaking at the conference.

Sep 14, 2026 01:28 AM CT

Described as playing a 'chess game' with calculated moves rather than panic-driven actions.

Sep 14, 2026 01:27 AM CT

Alleged recipient of assistance from Chinese entities prior to an attack causing US casualties.

Sep 14, 2026 01:27 AM CT

Alleged to have acquired satellite images from Chinese entities to aid in the planning of the attack.

Sep 14, 2026 12:27 AM CT

Subject of the naval blockade and vessel redirection efforts.

Sep 13, 2026 11:57 PM CT

Issued denial via state media regarding claims of trapped troops.

Sep 13, 2026 11:28 PM CT

Key nuclear official Mohammad Eslami is prevented from attending international forums due to sanctions.

Sep 13, 2026 11:28 PM CT

Implied threat or action causing blockage concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.

Sep 13, 2026 11:27 PM CT

Stated that countries will coordinate a future date for the meeting.

Sep 13, 2026 10:58 PM CT

Reportedly received intelligence from China prior to a strike on a US base in Jordan.

Sep 13, 2026 10:57 PM CT