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FM Araghchi: Iran retains right to respond to Israel, but considers regional developments as well

Iran reserves the right to respond to Israeli airstrikes last month, but is also considering other regional developments, including the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says.

IRGC chief: Lebanon Ceasefire humiliating defeat for Israel

The Commander-in-Chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), Major General Hossein Salami has hailed the ceasefire in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah as a “significant victory” for the Lebanese resistance movement.

NATO chief says Ukraine not in strong position to negotiate with Russia

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has stated that Ukraine is not in a strong enough position to begin negotiating an end to the war with Russia. He added any deal struck must “prevent the Russians from getting what they want".

Iran condemns “unfounded” G7’s claims

Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmael Baqaei has dismissed anti-Iran claims made by the G7 foreign ministers, stressing that the issues the bloc blames on Tehran are in fact the consequences of the West’s own misguided policies.

Dozens killed as militants attack Syrian military in Aleppo

Dozens of Syrian army soldiers and rebel fighters have been killed in northern Aleppo province where the Hay’et Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) armed group and allied forces have overrun several areas under the control of the Syrian army, according to reports.

Russia’s Ruble takes major dive against US dollar

The Russian ruble has continued to slide, reaching 113 against the US dollar, trading data from the Moscow Exchange (MOEX) showed. The sharp decline comes amid Western sanctions and growing geopolitical uncertainty, analysts say.

Ayatollah Khamenei says stronger combat power to deter attack on Iran

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has stressed on boosting Iran’s combat capabilities in order to prevent enemies from attacking the country.

Efforts underway to lift internet filtering in Iran amid resistance by some officials 

Ali Rabiei, an aide to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, has expressed frustration over the resistance from some members of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace against the president's commitment to lift internet filtering.

Ukraine could be pushed into talks with Russia ‘within months’: Report

US officials are beginning to concede that Ukraine may be forced to negotiate with Russia and might ultimately have to give up territory it considers its own, the Washington Post has reported, citing anonymous sources.

Israeli military fires on cars in southern Lebanon after cease-fire

Israeli soldiers have opened fire on cars approaching a prohibited area in southern Lebanon, shortly after a cease-fire deal with Hezbollah came into force, the army announced.

Iran begins gas injection into thousands of advanced centrifuges

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) announced on Wednesday that Iran has commenced gas injection into thousands of advanced centrifuges as part of its nuclear development program.

UN says no life-saving aid attempts in northern Gaza facilitated by Israel in November

The United Nations has reported that Israel either denied or impeded all life-saving assistance efforts in the northern Gaza Strip in November.

Biden asking US Congress for $24bn in Ukraine aid, arms replenishment ahead of Trump return: Report

President Joe Biden is quietly asking the US Congress to greenlight an additional $24 billion in assistance to Ukraine and to replenish provided weapons before he leaves office, Politico Pro reported, citing an obtained document.

Persian onager: A unique species endangered by human activity

The Persian onager, one of the four subspecies of the Asiatic wild ass, closely resembles a horse and is native to the deserts of Iran.

Iran says activating thousands of advanced centrifuges in response to IAEA resolution

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that his country is activating several thousands of its domestically manufactured advanced centrifuges in response to the United Nations nuclear agency’s recent resolution.

Hundreds of European financial groups deal with firms linked to Israeli settlements: NGOs

A growing number of European financial institutions maintain business relationships with companies linked to Israeli settlements, according to a study by civil society groups.

Regional, global peace impossible without end to Israeli occupation: Iran’s FM

Achieving peace in West Asia and the world requires the realization of the Palestinians’ right to self-determination and an end to the Israeli occupation and apartheid, Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has stressed.

Zarif: IAEA resolution against Iran lacks legal basis

Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif argues that a recent resolution issued by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)’s Board of Governors against Iran lacks legal foundation.

Turkey says deported Uzbeks suspected of killing an Israeli rabbi in UAE

Ankara revealed that it had captured and deported three Uzbek nationals suspected of killing rabbi Tzvi Kogan, an Israeli-Moldovan citizen, in the United Arab Emirates over the weekend.

Iran welcomes end of Israel’s aggression in Lebanon, reaffirms support for govt., people, resistance

The Spokesperson of Iran's Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei has welcomed the news of cessation of Israeli onslaught in Lebanon, reiterating the Islamic Republic of Iran’s unwavering support for the Lebanese government, people, and resistance.

Ceasefire begins in Lebanon after months of hostilities

A ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah has come into effect hours after United States President Joe Biden announced a proposal to end the devastating conflict, promising to halt nearly 14 months of cross-border fighting that has killed thousands of people.

Economy minister says Iran’s rise in new world order promotes active role in global affairs

Iran’s minister of economic affairs and finance has stated that the increase in Tehran’s power in the new world order has enabled the country to play an active role in areas such as combating climate change, technology transfer and joint investments.

Iran Air ready to resume flights to Lebanon after ceasefire

The spokesperson for Iran Air, announced the airline’s readiness to resume flights to Beirut, Lebanon, once a ceasefire is established amid the Israeli regime’s relentless aggressions against the Arab country.

Over 50% of Americans oppose military aid for Ukraine: Survey

US citizens remain split on whether to continue sending military support to Ukraine, with a razor-thin majority voicing opposition, according to a CBS/YouGov poll.

Ministry: Israeli ‘massacres’ wiped out 1,410 Palestinian families in Gaza since October 2023

Israeli military has committed more than 7,160 massacres in the Gaza Strip since the start of the war, wiping out at least 1,410 Palestinian families from the civil registry, the Palestinian Health Ministry has announced.