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US says to deploy 5th-generation jets to region in support of UAE
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has announced a decision to dispatch a guided missile destroyer and the 5th generation fighter jets to the region amid increasing retaliatory attacks by Yemeni troops on the United Arab Emirates.
Taliban fighters not allowed entering entertainment parks with weapons
The Taliban have ordered its troops not to enter amusement parks while dressed in fatigues and armed with weapons.
Beijing Winter Olympics: Iran caravan departs for China
The Iranian national ski team comprising of three athletes, two trainers professional in Alpine skiing and cross-country skiing, left Tehran for Beijing.
Russia says planning to alleviate sanctions effects
Russia has plans to hedge risks and mitigate consequences in the event of new economic sanctions by the US, the Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says. He added Moscow is concerned because the sanctions behavior of Washington is absolutely unpredictable.
Report: Israel simulates massive attack on Iran’s nuclear sites
A US military official was present during an Israeli simulated drill preparing for an assault on Iranian nuclear facilities using dozens of warplanes, according to a report by KAN. Iran has repeatedly warned that any mistake by Israel will be met with Tehran's crushing response.
Turkey says hit Kurdish targets in Syria, Iraq
The Turkish military aircraft hit Kurdish militants’ targets, including training camps, shelters and ammunition storage areas in Iraq and northern Syria, the Turkish Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.
Leaked documents show US failures in Afghanistan
Leaked notes from a White House Situation Room meeting the day before Kabul fell shed new light on just how unprepared the US administration was to evacuate Afghan nationals who'd helped Washington in its 20-year war.
US Senator says Washington got nothing from ‘maximum pressure’
US senator Chris Murphy says the sanctions imposed by former President Donald Trump against Iran have failed and Washington should be ready to lift them.
Israeli postal company targeted in cyberattack
Israeli media outlets reported on Tuesday that a postal company in Israel has been targeted in a cyberattack.
Saudi forces detain Shia cleric in Medina
Saudi Arabia has reportedly arrested leading Shia cleric Sheikh Kadhim al-Amri in the holy city of Medina, without any charges.
Qatar says working to bring US, Iran views closer
Qatar's Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani says Doha is using its open channels with Washington and Tehran to bring their views closer.
Iraq’s top cleric condoles passing of Ayatollah Saafi
Iraq’s Grand Ayatollah Seyed Ali Sistani offered condolences over the death of Senior Iranian cleric Ayatollah Lotfollah Safi Golpaygani who passed away Tuesday at the age of 103.
‘Iran oil supertanker discharging 2mln barrels in Venezuela’
An Iranian supertanker carrying about 2 million barrels of condensate began discharging at Venezuelan state-run oil company PDVSA's main oil port, according to a company document and tanker tracking services.
US, UK say preparing sanctions on Russia over Ukraine
The United States and the United Kingdom have announced they are readying sanctions on Russia over Ukraine. The Kremlin has warned any such move will bring about countermeasures from Moscow.
Amnesty: Israel enforcing ‘apartheid crime’ on Palestinians
Israel is carrying out “the crime of apartheid against Palestinians” and must be held accountable for treating them as “an inferior racial group”, Amnesty International says in a new report.
US says sees path for deal with Iran
The Biden Administration says it sees a path to an agreement in the Vienna talks over the nuclear deal, but Iran must make “tough political decisions now”. Iran has repeatedly rejected any deadline or precondition over the deal, saying the US that unilaterally withdrew from the JCPOA must first lift its sanctions against Tehran.
Taliban reject UN report of ex-Afghan officials killings
The Taliban have rejected a UN report alleging that over 100 officials and security forces of the previous Afghan government were killed by the group or its allies after the US withdrawal from the country.
Russia says to retaliate possible UK sanctions
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that UK's plans to target Russia with sanctions are not legitimate. He noted any such aggression will bring about countermeasures from Moscow.
IAEA: Iran moves centrifuge-parts production from Karaj to Isfahan
One month after ending a standoff with the UN nuclear watchdog over re-installing cameras at a centrifuge-parts workshop that was hit by sabotage, Iran has moved its production elsewhere, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) announced in a statement on Monday.
Biden, Qatari emir to discuss Iran, energy
US President Joe Biden and Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, will discuss a range of issues including Iran and energy security in the aftermath of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine, US officials say.
EU in gas talks with US, Qatar, Azerbaijan amid standoff with Russia
The European Union is negotiating gas supplies with the United States, as well as Qatar, and Azerbaijan, in case Russia decides to cut or stop supplies, High Representative of the EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell says.
US says Kurds recapture Syria prison after Daesh assault
The United States has announced that its allied Kurdish forces in Syria have successfully retaken a prison following an attack by the Daesh that left dozens dead.
Syria air defenses repel Israeli attack on Damascus
Syrian air defense units have managed to intercept and bring down a barrage of missiles launched by the Israeli military at various targets in the vicinity of Damascus.
UN: Dozens of ex-Afghan officials purportedly killed since Taliban takeover
The United Nations announced it has received “credible allegations” that more than 100 members of the ousted Afghan government, its security forces and those who worked with international troops have been killed since the Taliban took over on 15 August.
Several blasts heard over Abu Dhabi sky
Several explosions rang out across Abu Dhabi's skies. It comes after Yemen's armed forces said they are about to announce a "large-scale" military operation against the United Arab Emirates.
