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Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 311

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Putin says Russia-China military cooperation ‘key’ for international stability

The Russian-Chinese strategic partnership has multiple aspects, with military cooperation being a key component, Russian President Vladimir Putin told his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in a call on Friday.

Iran Covid: No Coronavirus deaths reported

The Iranian health ministry announced on Friday that the country has experienced zero deaths from Covid-19 over the past 24 hours.

2022 worst year in terms of occupation, violations of al-Aqsa: Report

The Islamic organization running the al-Aqsa Mosque compound's affairs has reported a record number of Israeli settlers storming the Muslim holy site in 2022.

Turkish FM says Erdogan, Assad to meet soon

A meeting between the Turkish, Syrian and Russian presidents has been scheduled, but not for January, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has said.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 310

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Covid kills 5 more patients in Iran as health officials warn of 8th wave

The number of deaths from the Coronavirus pandemic in Iran increased to 144,682 with 5 more patients killed by the deadly disease over the past 24 hours, according to the official figures. The health ministry has warned of a surge in the number of infections and deaths as three cases of the new strain of Covid-19 have been detected in the country.

Netanyahu’s new government takes office, says stopping Iran nuclear program top priority

Benjamin Netanyahu is sworn in as Israel's new prime minister. This is the most far-right, religiously conservative government in the history of Israel with Bibi saying settlement expansion and stopping Iran's nuclear program being among his top priorities.

UN suspends programs in Afghanistan following Taliban ban on women

The United Nations has announced that some "time-critical" programs in Afghanistan have temporarily stopped after Taliban banned women from working for non-governmental organizations (NGOs).

No reasonable alternatives for Iran nuclear deal: Russia

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stressed on Thursday that the 2015 Iran nuclear deal has no viable alternatives and that any speculation on a "Plan B" or other options is irresponsible.

West has not provided any proof of Iran supplying drones to Russia: Moscow

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has noted that Western states have failed to provide any evidence for their claim that Moscow is using Tehran-made unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in its war on Ukraine.

Thousands of civilians killed or injured in Saudi raids on Yemen’s Sa’ada in 2022: Report

A Yemeni health official says nearly 3,000 civilians, including African refugees, lost their lives or sustained injuries this year as a result of artillery and missile strikes by Saudi military forces in Yemen’s northwestern province of Sa’ada.

Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 309: Ukraine reports massive Russian missile attacks

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Netanyahu says West Bank settlement expansion top priority

Israeli Prime Minister-designate Benjamin Netanyahu says settlement expansion in the West Bank will be among his government's prioritieies.

Syria, Russia, Turkey defence chiefs hold meeting in Moscow

Defence ministers of Syria, Russia and Turkey have held talks in Moscow in a clear sign of normalisation between Ankara and Damascus in the decade-long Syrian war.

US military families sue French firm over Daesh payments: Report

Families of the US soldiers who were killed by the Daesh terror group in the Middle East, have sued French cement giant Lafarge, which had earlier pleaded guilty for supporting terrorists in Syria, reported local media, citing lawsuit documents.

Israel kept hundreds of  Palestinian children under house arrest this year: Report

Israel has so far this year placed more than 600 Palestinian children under house arrest, a Palestinian prisoners' commission reports.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 308

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Coronavirus infects 35 people in Iran, 2 killed

The Iranian Health Ministry figures on Tuesday showed that 35 people had tested positive for the Coronavirus over the past 24 hours. The deadly disease has also killed 2 more patients during the period.

Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan agree to avoid escalation on border

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan have agreed to prevent aggravation of the situation on the border between the two countries, the Kyrgyz Border Guard Service has confirmed.

Iranians hold mass funeral for unidentified martyrs

The Iranian people hold a funeral procession for 200 unidentified martyrs who fell during the eight-year Iraqi-imposed war on Iran in the 1980s.

Lavrov says Pentagon threats imply assassination of Putin

Statements made by ‘anonymous officials’ from the Pentagon about a ‘decapitating strike’ on the Kremlin speak about a threat of an attempted assassination of the Russian president, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with TASS.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 307

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine on February 24 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Iran says agreement to revive JCPOA within reach, needs western action

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani says Tehran has always kept the window of diplomacy open for the revival of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). He added an eventual agreement on the restoration of the accord is still within reach if the Western side exhibits genuine willingness.

Intl. aid NGOs stop work in Afghanistan after Taliban ban on female staff

Four major international aid groups have suspended their operations in Afghanistan following a decision by the Taliban to ban women from working at NGOs.

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