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Macron says France to speed up increase in defense spending, to 64 billion euros in 2027

Paris intends to accelerate the increase in defense spending in the coming years, so that in 2027 they will amount to 64 billion euros, which is twice as much as in 2017, French President Emmanuel Macron has stated in an address to the country’s military.

E3 tarnished their credibility over support for Israeli aggression: Iran’s deputy FM

Deputy Iranian foreign minister for legal and international affairs has stated that the European troika – France, Germany and Britain – tarnished their own credibility by supporting the Israeli regime’s assault against Iran.

President Pezeshkian assigns task force to tackle dust pollution

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the formation of a specialized task force to come up with solutions to address the growing threat of dust storms.

Palestinian groups say Gaza talks must lead to ending war

The Palestinian groups Hamas and Islamic Jihad have stressed that any indirect negotiations with Israel must lead to a complete end to the war in the Gaza Strip, a full Israeli withdrawal, the reopening of border crossings, and the reconstruction of the war-torn enclave.

Iran spox: Resorting to snapback against Tehran has no legal basis; Europe failed in own duties

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, responding to the threat by the three European countries to invoke the so-called snapback mechanism and reimpose international sanctions on Iran, pointed out that the UK, France, and Germany are fully aware that this measure has no legal basis or justification.

Top Iranian commander says military prepared for a decade of war

A senior Iranian military official has declared that Iran possesses the capacity to engage in sustained conflict for up to a decade, emphasizing the country's stockpile of equipment and strong morale among its armed forces.

Iran, UAE security chiefs call for collective efforts for regional security

Senior security officials from Iran and the United Arab Emirates chave urged collective cooperation among regional countries to ensure security in the region.

IRGC reports discovery of suspected Israeli drone components near Tehran

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the discovery of drone components reportedly linked to Israeli operatives in the Parand Industrial Zone, southwest of Tehran.

Over 30 killed in sectarian clashes in Syria

More than 30 people were killed and 100 injured in armed clashes in Syria's predominantly Druze city of Sweida, the Syrian interior ministry announced early on Monday, in the latest bout of sectarian clashes in the war-ravaged country.

US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated he will send Patriot air defense missiles to Ukraine, adding they are necessary to defend the country because Russian President Vladimir Putin "talks nice but then he bombs everybody in the evening."

Iran FM rebukes Israeli PM in strongly worded tweet: “What exactly is Netanyahu smoking?”

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has launched a sharp verbal attack on Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu in a tweet posted Sunday, questioning his policies and mental clarity over recent Middle East developments.

Parliamentary commission approves bill to bolster Iran’s military capabilities

The Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission has approved the general outlines of a draft bill aimed at strengthening the country’s armed forces in response to  the “crimes and aggression” of the Zionist regime.

President Pezeshkian: Iran belongs to all citizens—no room for division into ‘insiders’, ‘outsiders’

Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian emphasized inclusivity, social cohesion, and the importance of mutual respect in governance.

Ex-lawmaker: Iran open to talks with U.S.—but only on own terms

Former Iranian lawmaker Ali Motahari has stated that while Tehran should not rule out the possibility of future negotiations with the United States, any such engagement must be based on clear and dignified preconditions in light of the recent twelve-day war.

Russia slams Axios report it backed ‘zero enrichment’ Iran nuclear agreement

Russia's Foreign Ministry on Sunday described reports claiming that President Vladimir Putin had encouraged his Iranian ally to accept a "zero enrichment" deal on its nuclear programme as "defamation".

President Pezeshkian hails Iran’s national unity during Israeli war

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has lauded the capabilities of the military forces and the national cohesion as the main factors that led Iran to victory during 12 days of war of aggression imposed by the Zionist regime.

Iranian parliament pass tougher penalties for espionage and collaboration with hostile foreign regimes

Iran’s parliament has approved revisions to a bill intensifying penalties for espionage and collaboration with hostile foreign regimes, including the Zionist regime and the US.

Gaza death toll surges past 58,000 amid relentless Israeli attacks

At least 58,026 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s war on the besieged Gaza Strip since October 2023, the Health Ministry announced on Sunday.

France says to raise defence targets, citing Russia threat

President Emmanuel Macron is on Sunday to set new French defence targets in the face of a menacing Russia and a potential United States disengagement from Europe, his office has announced.

UN warns of sharp rise in malnutrition cases in Gaza

The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) warned Sunday of a sharp rise in malnutrition cases across the Gaza Strip following Israel’s tightened blockade and continued prevention of humanitarian aid deliveries.

Sand, dust storms affect about 330 million people in 150 countries due to climate change: UN

A new report by the United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has showed that sand and dust storms are leading to “premature deaths” due to climate change, with more than 330 million people in 150 countries affected.

Iran reports severe environmental damage from 12-day aggression by Zionist regime

Iran’s Department of Environment has released a preliminary report detailing the environmental consequences of the recent 12-day military assault by Israel.

Iranian Army announces military drills in Esfahan, warns of possible explosions

The Iranian Army's Esfahan Regional Command has issued a public notice informing residents of scheduled military exercises taking place on Sunday from 8AM to 1M local time.

Iran’s Ettela’at Daily: Calls for assassinating President Pezeshkian, reckless, divisive

Iran’s Ettela’at newspaper has strongly condemned a controversial social media post by a local city council member in Rasht, northern Iran, who suggested that the Zionist regime should assassinate President Masoud Pezeshkian, similar to what happened to late president Ebrahim Raisi.

Iran among top 10 global producers of heavy water

Iran has established its position as one of the world's top 10 producers of heavy water (D₂O), a vital nuclear material second only to uranium in strategic value.