Welfare of Venezuelans must prevail: Pope Leo

Pope Leo XIV has stated that Venezuelans' welfare should prevail after the toppling of President Nicolas Maduro in a US operation and said the country's sovereignty should be guaranteed.

UK says conducted joint attack with France on Daesh site in Syria

The British Ministry of Defence announced it cooperated with France on Saturday night to strike an underground facility in Syria that had likely been used by the Islamic State group to store weapons.

Peace accord must include British, French military presence in Ukraine: Zelensky

Any future security guarantees for Ukraine must include the physical presence of foreign troops on Ukrainian territory, President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated, stressing that forces from France and the U.K. are essential for peace.

Trump claims Putin ‘killing too many people’

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued new criticism against Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday as uncertainty continues to grow around the fate of U.S.-led Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations.

Venezuela high court orders VP to temporarily assume presidency after Maduro’s capture

Venezuela's Supreme Court late Saturday ordered Vice President Delcy Rodriguez to become the country's interim leader, after the United States captured President Nicolas Maduro and whisked him out of the country.

Thousands visit Kerman Martyrs’ Cemetery on anniversary of General Soleimani’s martyrdom

Kerman’s Martyrs’ Cemetery and the Path of the Martyrs have witnessed a large turnout during the anniversary of the martyrdom of General Qassem Soleimani, widely known as the “Martyr of Hearts.”

Funeral of renowned Iranian artist Bahram Beyzaie held in San Francisco

The farewell ceremony for prominent Iranian playwright, filmmaker, and scholar Bahram Beyzaie was held on Saturday in San Francisco, where he was laid to rest at the Skylawn Memorial Park.

Iranian satellites Zafar, Paya and Kowsar clear early orbital testing milestones

Iran’s Zafar, Paya, and Kowsar satellites have passed the initial phases of post-launch testing in orbit, with officials reporting stable and acceptable technical conditions during their first week in space.

US kidnapping of Venezuela’s president ‘clear instance of state terrorism’: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has sharply condemned the United States’ military aggression against Venezuela and the kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, describing the move as a “clear instance of state terrorism” and a blatant violation of the Venezuelan sovereignty.

US issues warnings to three Latin American states

Following a US special forces raid that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, US President Donald Trump issued veiled warnings to the governments of Mexico, Colombia and Cuba.

South Korea’s president lands in China, hoping to sidestep Taiwan tensions

South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung arrived in China on Sunday, eager to enhance economic ties with Seoul's largest trading partner while keeping a lid on potentially explosive issues such as Taiwan.

North Korea fires first ballistic missiles in 2026

North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles off its east coast on Sunday, Seoul's military has announced, its first launch of the year just hours before South Korea's leader heads to China for a summit.

Iranian president slams Trump’s threats, says Iran will stand firm

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly criticized a recent social media post by US President Donald Trump in which he threatened to intervene in Iran if security forces "shoot protesters and kill them".

US says Maduro indicted in New York

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife have been indicted in New York on several charges related to drug trafficking and weapons possession, US Attorney General Pam Bondi has stated.

Iran Futsal head coach Shamsaei nominated for world’s best national team coach award

Iran national futsal team head coach Vahid Shamsaei has been nominated for the Best National Team Coach of the Year award by the specialized futsal website Futsal Planet.

IRGC says Trump’s threats against Tehran stem from desperation

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a statement, emphasizing that recent threats by US President Donald Trump against Tehran reflect desperation.

Iran’s Leader: Protests legitimate, rioting not; officials must address public grievances

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said on Saturday that public protests over economic hardships are legitimate and should be addressed through dialogue, but stressed that unrest and violence are unacceptable, drawing a firm line between protesters and “rioters.”

Iran Condemns US attack on Venezuela as violation of UN Charter and international law

The Foreign Ministry of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in a statement, strongly condemnd the US military attack on Venezuela and the blatant violation of the country’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Trump claims Maduro, his wife captured

US soldiers have captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife during Washington’s strikes on the nation’s capital, US President Donald Trump has claimed, adding that the two have been flown out of the South American country.

More than 400,000 Russians killed, wounded for 0.8 percent of Ukraine in 2025

Russia finished 2025 with what Ukraine described as an information operation designed to avoid engaging in peace negotiations and continue its war, despite suffering staggering casualties for meagre territorial gains this year.

Iran’s envoy warns UN about Trump’s ‘consistent pattern of unlawful conduct’

Iran has formally warned the United Nations about a “consistent pattern of unlawful conduct” by the United States, following threatening remarks by American President Donald Trump that the Islamic Republic has denounced as intervention in its internal affairs and an explicit threat of force.

Loud explosions heard in Venezuela’s capital

Loud blasts, accompanied by sounds resembling aircraft flyovers, were heard in Caracas around 2:00 am (0600 GMT) Saturday, according to reports.

Iran vows ‘decisive, comprehensive’ response to any assault

Iran has warned the United States against any interference in its internal affairs, vowing a “swift, decisive, and comprehensive” response to any act of aggression following threatening remarks by American President Donald Trump.

Iran marks Father’s Day and Men’s Day honoring the birth of Imam Ali

Iranians across the country are marking Father’s Day and Men’s Day on Saturday with respect and happiness, commemorating the birth anniversary of Imam Ali, the first Imam of Shia Islam.

FM warns Iran’s armed forces ready to respond, following Trump’s threat

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned US President Donald Trump against meddling in Iran’s internal affairs, slamming his latest remarks as “reckless and dangerous”, and stressing that the country’s armed forces are fully prepared to defend the Islamic Republic’s sovereignty.

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