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Iran summons UK chargé d’affaires over new anti-Tehran sanctions

The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the UK's chargé d'affaires in Tehran on Tuesday to protest new sanctions imposed by the British government on Iranian shipping lines and national airline Iran Air.

Over 200 children killed in Lebanon amid Israeli attacks: UNICEF

More than 200 children have been killed in Lebanon since Israel launched a military campaign two months ago, the United Nations agency for children (UNICEF) has announced.

3 more Lebanese soldiers killed in Israeli attack

Three Lebanese soldiers have been killed in an Israeli air attack on an army base in southern town of Sarafand, while several civilians living nearby the facility were wounded, according to the country’s military and Ministry of Public Health.

Iran defeats Kyrgyzstan 3-2 in thrilling world cup qualifier

In a hard-fought encounter, Iran’s national football team defeated Kyrgyzstan 3-2, maintaining their undefeated streak in Group A of the World Cup qualifiers and solidifying their position as group leader with 16 points.

Chemical warehouse fire in Tehran contained without injuries

A major fire broke out in a chemical warehouse on Naser Khosrow Street in southern Tehran, prompting an immediate response from the Tehran Fire Department.

Syrian FM: We support Iran’s right to self-defense

Syrian Foreign Minister Bassam al-Sabbagh, during a joint press conference with his Iranian counterpart in Tehran, reaffirmed Syria’s support for Iran’s legitimate right to defend itself.

Putin approves updated Russian nuclear doctrine

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday approved an updated nuclear doctrine, Reuters reported citing the document posted on the government’s website.

Iran strongly condemns EU, UK sanctions on shipping lines

Tehran has strongly condemned the new sanctions of the European Union and the United Kingdom on the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL).

Iranian daily: Officials can’t even make clear decisions for country

Jomhouri-e Eslami, an Iranian newspaper known for its sharp critiques, has scolded Iran’s officials for their “inability to make clear and decisive decisions on crucial matters, leaving the public in confusion.”

Iran says reserves right to respond to Israeli attack

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has asserted that Tehran retains its right to respond to Israeli acts of aggression, emphasizing that any reaction will be deliberate, calculated, and executed at the appropriate time.

Ukraine marks 1,000 days since Russia unleashed full-scale war

Ukraine marked 1,000 days on Tuesday since Russia’s full-scale invasion, with soldiers battling on numerous fronts, Kyiv besieged by frequent drone and missile attacks, and officials preparing for Donald Trump to reclaim the White House in January.

Ayatollah Khamenei expresses deep solidarity with Lebanon amid Israel’s attacks

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has extended a heartfelt message of solidarity to the resilient and war-affected people of Lebanon.

US sanctioning Israeli settler group over violence against Palestinians

The US Treasury Department has announced that it is imposing sanctions on an Israeli settler group accused of 'perpetrating violence' in the occupied West Bank, where violence against Palestinians has increased over the past several years

Iran rejects claims of plotting to assassinate Canadian national

A senior Iranian diplomat has vehemently refuted the claims of Tehran’s involvement in a plot to assassinate former Canadian justice minister Irwin Cotler.

Cordial relations between Iran, Saudi Arabia to benefit region: Deputy FM

The Iranian deputy foreign minister for political affairs has stated that close ties between Tehran and Riyadh would benefit both Middle Eastern countries and the entire West Asia region.

Moscow says its response to attacks with Western missiles on Russian soil to be felt

Moscow’s response to strikes with Western long-range missile on Russian soil will be appropriate and firm, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.

London feared Israel arms ban would ‘undermine US confidence’ in UK, NATO: Report

The UK's newly elected Labour government continued to export F-35 components to Israel, despite suspending other weapons licenses, because of concerns that halting their delivery would “undermine US confidence in London and NATO”, the UK's high court has heard.

Hamas refutes reports about political bureau relocation

The Palestinian movement Hamas has dismissed as “false and unsubstantiated” reports circulated by some Israeli media outlets that the Gaza-based group has relocated its political bureau from Qatar to Turkey.

EU imposes sanctions on Iran’s shipping lines

The European Union on Monday announced sanctions on Iran’s shipping lines over claims Tehran has been involved in the supply of weapons to Moscow for use against Ukraine.

Iranian police chief: 800k Afghan illegals forced out of country 

Iran’s Police Chief Brigadier General Ahmadreza Radan says the country has deported 800 thousand illegal Afghan immigrants.

US ‘fuelling fire’ of Ukraine conflict with missiles decision: Russia

The Kremlin has announced that US President Joe Biden’s outgoing administration wants to escalate the conflict in Ukraine by allowing Kyiv to use long-range missiles for strikes inside Russia.

US maximum pressure against Iran will fail again: Deputy FM

A deputy Iranian foreign minister has stated that any bids by the administration of US President-elect Donald Trump to re-impose “maximum pressure” policy against Tehran will be met with “maximum resistance” on the part of the Islamic Republic.

Analyst: Economic incentives can reduce Tehran-Washington tensions

A former member of Iran's parliament has highlighted the importance of economic incentives in shaping Iran's relations with the administration of US president-elect Donald Trump, saying many indications bode well.

Iranian engineer resigns from Google in protest against “complicity in Israeli crimes”

An Iranian software engineer has tendered his resignation from Google in response to the company's ‘collaboration with the Israeli regime’ on the largely-perceived anti-Palestinian Nimbus project.

EU FMs to discuss lifting of ban on strikes deep inside Russia: Top diplomat

European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says he initially supported lifting restrictions on strikes deep into Russia, and this issue will be discussed at the Foreign Ministers' Council.