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US imposes sanctions on Palestinian officials over ICJ and ICC cases

The United States announced that it was placing sanctions on officials in the Palestinian Authority (PA) and Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) over their work taking Israel to international courts.

Gazans ‘very hungry’: Trump

US President Donald Trump has acknowledged the extreme hunger being experienced by Palestinians in the Gaza Strip amid Israel's ongoing restrictions on the delivery of direly-needed humanitarian assistance.

Over 18,500 children killed by Israel in Gaza since start of war: Health Ministry

The Israeli army has killed 18,592 Palestinian children in the Gaza Strip since October 2023, according to official data from Gaza’s Health Ministry.

Iran launches Arbaeen pilgrimage sea route from Khorramshahr to Basra

The first group of Iranian pilgrims departed by sea from Khorramshahr to Basra on Friday, according to the Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran.

Iranian journalism professors urge President Pezeshkian to end internet filtering

A group of prominent journalism and communications professors in Iran has sent an open letter to President Masoud Pezeshkian, calling for the immediate removal of internet filtering in the country.

Air pollution in Tehran blamed for 6,000 deaths in past year, just six clean-air days recorded

Tehran continues to grapple with severe air pollution, with official figures revealing that 6,000 people died in the Iranian capital last year due to pollution-related causes. This year, residents have experienced only six days of clean air as of August 1.

Iranian president hails wrestling team, nation for World Championship triumph

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated the Iranian nation on the remarkable success of the country’s national youth Greco-Roman wrestling team at the World Championships in Greece.

Iran denies reports of 40 million barrels of oil stranded at sea

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has strongly denied claims made by foreign media that over 40 million barrels of Iranian oil are currently sitting idle at sea due to lack of buyers.

Iran slams as ridiculous accusations by US, other Western countries

The spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministery, Esmail Baqaei, slammed as baseless and ridiculous security-related accusations by the US, France, and several other Western countries against Iran, describing the move as a strategy to divert public attention from Israeli genocide in the occupied Palestinian territories.

Iran says concerned over internal crisis in Sudan, parallel government

The Spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, Esmail Baqaei, expressed concern over developments in Sudan, describing the announcement of the formation of a parallel government in Sudan as contrary to the principle of national sovereignty and the territorial integrity of the country.

Head of Basij Organization: Enemies’ Attempts to Divide Iran Failed

The head of Iran’s Basij Organization said that the enemies’ efforts during the recent 12-day war to activate separatists inside Iran and involve the US ended in failure.

Russia’s Medvedev mocks Trump’s ‘nervous reaction’

US President Donald Trump’s angry comments toward Russian officials were a “nervous reaction” and are evidence that Moscow is pursuing the right path, former President Dmitry Medvedev has stated.

Lebanon’s president unveils draft response to US plan for disarming Hezbollah, calls for army monopoly on weapons

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Thursday unveiled key elements of a draft response to a US proposal on disarming Hezbollah, stressing the army should hold weapons as the country seeks to restore sovereignty and stability.

Iran President’s envoy holds meeting with Mir-Hossein Mousavi amid hopes for ending house arrest

A senior member of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s administration has met with opposition figure Mir-Hossein Mousavi in a 90-minute session, signaling a potential shift in the government’s approach toward resolving his prolonged house arrest.

Zelensky calls for ‘regime change’ in Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated Thursday that the world should push for "regime change" in Russia, arguing that President Vladimir Putin otherwise would continue to destabilise its neighbours.

Medvedev ‘entering very dangerous territory’: Trump

US President Donald Trump issued a warning to former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, calling him a “failed” leader and cautioning him against combative rhetoric.

Former PSG, Tottenham defender Serge Aurier joins Iran’s Persepolis

Iranian football giants Persepolis FC have officially signed Serge Aurier, the former Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur right-back, as their ninth acquisition of the summer transfer window.

US strikes oil agreement with Pakistan: Trump

The US and Pakistan have concluded a deal in which Washington will help Islamabad develop its “massive oil reserves”, American President Donald Trump has stated.

Nearly 50 Israeli soldiers committed suicide since onset of Gaza war: Report

Nearly 50 Israeli soldiers have died by suicide since the outbreak of the war in the Gaza Strip in October 2023, local media reported on Wednesday.

Iran increased its oil output by nearly 0.4 mln bpd in 9 months: Report

Iran has managed to significantly raise its oil production in a short period of time under an emergency plan introduced by the government and despite the pressures of the US sanctions, according to a report published in the local media.

Iran’s president faces backlash & praise over withdrawal of online content bill

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian is facing mixed reactions after withdrawing a controversial bill aimed at regulating misinformation on social media, which could lead to up to 15 years of imprisonment for culprits.

US should compensate losses to Tehran’s nuclear program: Iran’s FM

Washington must compensate the losses to Tehran’s nuclear program incurred by US strikes before Iran agrees to resume the negotiation process, Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi told the Financial Times.

President Pezeshkian welcomes Venezuela’s initiatives for promoting peace in West Asia

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has welcomed the constructive initiatives of his Venezuelan counterpart, Nicolas Maduro, aimed at fostering peace in the West Asia region.

Lack of accountability emboldens Israel to intensify its crimes: Iranian speaker

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has warned that the international community's failure to hold Israel accountable has emboldened the Zionist regime to intensify its crimes, posing a serious threat to world peace.

Canada says to recognise Palestine at UN General Assembly

Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has announced his country plans to formally recognise Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly in September, after France and 14 other countries co-signed a declaration that pointed towards a wave of future recognitions of an independent Palestinian state.