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Tourism

The Greek Ship in Persian Gulf on verge of collapse

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Built in 1943, the Greek Ship is 136 meters long and weighs 7.061 tons. Initially named Empire Trumpet, the ship changed hands several times before being taken over by its final owner, a Greek national.
Foreign Policy

Leader’s advisor: Iran open to talks only based on mutual respect, equal footing

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Kamal Kharrazi, an advisor to Iran’s leader, says Tehran does not escape from genuine talks but Iranians, by nature, are not the type to give in to bullying by other countries.
Nuclear

Iranian atomic chief calls on IAEA to avoid politicizing nuclear issue 

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The director of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran has said Tehran is in constant touch with the International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, adding all of Iran’s nuclear activities are under the supervision of the agency.
Foreign Policy

Iran denies Russian FM, Qatari Emir carried messages from US

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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi clarified on Wednesday that neither Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, nor the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani, carried messages from the US during their recent visits to Tehran.
Europe

US, Ukraine reach agreement on minerals deal

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Kyiv has reached an agreement with Washington on a minerals deal, Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine’s deputy prime minister and justice minister, told the Financial Times.
Security

Two terrorists killed, six captured in Iran’s Sistan and Baluchestan

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The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) and Iran's Ministry of Intelligence in a joint operation killed two foreign terrorists in Sistan and Baluchestan Province, in Southeastern Iran, and captured six others.
Middle East

Hamas, Israel reach deal to resolve delay in release of Palestinian prisoners

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The Palestinian group Hamas has announced that its delegation concluded a visit to the Egyptian capital Cairo, where it reached an agreement to resolve a delay in releasing Palestinian prisoners who were supposed to be freed last Saturday as part of a ceasefire accord with Israel.
Europe

British PM slashes aid to fund major increase in defence spending amid Ukraine war

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that London will “fight for peace in Europe” with a generational increase in defence spending paid for by slashing the foreign aid budget.
Americas

Trump says US could lift Russia sanctions during Ukraine peace talks

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The US could lift sanctions against Russia “at some point” during the Ukraine peace negotiations, President Donald Trump has said. He noted, however, that no decision has been made so far.
Middle East

Israel launches air attacks to ‘demilitarize’ Syria

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Israeli Air Force has conducted airstrikes on military targets in southern Syria, including areas near Damascus and the Deraa province, following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s demand “for the complete demilitarization of the region.”
Middle East

ICC called on to investigate Biden, Blinken, Austin over Gaza war

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A US-based NGO has urged the Hague-based International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate former US President Joe Biden and two of his administration’s top officials, accusing them of acting as accessories to Israeli war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
Foreign Policy

President Pezeshkian vows to accelerate Iran-Russia cooperation

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged to elevate Tehran-Moscow relations by fast-tracking bilateral agreements and maintaining constructive interactions on regional affairs.
Foreign Policy

Iran FM: Direct talks with U.S. impossible under maximum pressure

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Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, in a joint press conference with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov, reaffirmed that Iran will not negotiate under pressure, threats, or sanctions, emphasizing that Tehran continues to coordinate its nuclear policies closely with Russia and China.
Europe

French nuclear shield could extend across Europe: Telegraph

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Paris is ready to use its nuclear deterrent to help protect Europe, The Telegraph has reported.
Americas

US scraps order linking weapons sales to international law

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The White House has revoked a key policy order linking arms and military equipment sales to international law on human rights, according to reports.
Middle East

Five more children freeze to death in Gaza

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Five newborn babies froze to death in the Gaza Strip amid cold weather in the enclave, a Palestinian doctor announced on Tuesday.
Europe

Ukraine needs over $520bn to recover, rebuild after 3 years of war: Report

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The estimated cost to rebuild Ukraine's economy after Russia's war has risen to $524 billion, nearly three times its expected 2024 economic output, the World Bank, United Nations, European Commission and the Ukrainian government have found.
Views

Russian FM Lavrov seeks Iran’s stance ahead of Putin-Trump meeting, says expert

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s one-day visit to Tehran on Tuesday is seen as a strategic move to gauge Iran’s positions ahead of an upcoming meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, according to geopolitical expert Abdolreza Faraji-Rad.
Europe

Trump refuses to describe Putin as ‘a dictator’

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US President Donald Trump chose not to label his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin a dictator, while talking to journalists on the sidelines of a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Europe

Netanyahu will be able to visit Berlin despite ICC warrant: Germany’s next chancellor

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Friedrich Merz, who is expected to be Germany’s next chancellor, has stated that he would make sure Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can visit Berlin despite an arrest warrant issued against him by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Middle East

EU suspends Syria sanctions to encourage democratic development

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The European Union has lifted select sanctions on Syria as part of efforts to support democratic development during the country’s political transition.
Sport

Snow delight in Ardabil: Locals embrace winter’s charm

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In a winter wonderland scene straight out of a storybook, the provincial capital of Ardabil, in northwestern Iran, was transformed as heavy snowfall led to the closure of schools and universities.
Middle East

Israel informs US it is no longer committed to Biden-backed Gaza ceasefire accord: Report

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Israel informed the United States that it is no longer committed to the Gaza ceasefire accord, formulated during the administration of former President Joe Biden, Israeli daily Haaretz reported.
Europe

Putin claims Zelensky has ‘no chance’ of winning a fair election in Ukraine

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that President Volodymyr Zelensky has “absolutely no chance” of winning a fair election due to his low approval ratings and the internal political situation in Ukraine.
Environment

Tehran, 26 provinces in Iran shut down due to power, gas shortages

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Tehran and 26 out of Iran’s 31 provinces were shut down on Tuesday due to shortages of electricity and gas amid freezing temperatures. This marks the second consecutive day of widespread closures across the country.
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