Trump, Putin agreed to ‘robust security guarantees’ during Alaska summit: Witkoff

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff has stated that President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to “robust” security guarantees, including “effectively” offering Ukraine Article 5-like protection, during their historic Friday meeting.

Iran clinches bronze at FIBA Asia Cup 2025

Iran’s national basketball team defeated New Zealand in the third-place playoff of the 2025 Asia Cup, securing the bronze medal.

Massive fire erupts at oil and lubricant warehouse in southern Tehran

A large fire broke out on Sunday evening at a private warehouse storing petroleum and lubricant materials in Rey, south of the capital, injuring at least two people.

Iran president hails natl. achievement in associated gas recovery project

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on his personal social media page that, thanks to the efforts of domestic engineers and specialists and with over 85% locally produced equipment, the first phase of the associated gas recovery project in southern Ilam province has been officially inaugurated.

US stops visitor visas for Gazans

The U.S. State Department on Saturday said it was halting all visitor visas for individuals from Gaza while it conducts "a full and thorough" review, a move that has been condemned by pro-Palestine groups.

Iran dismantles two terrorist cells in Sistan and Baluchestan

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Sunday that two “terrorist safe houses” were destroyed in separate operations in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan.

Fires continue in Iraqi section of Hoor al-Azim wetland, Iranian side controlled

Wildfires in the Iraqi section of the Hoor al-Azim wetland are still burning, while Iranian authorities report the blaze on their side has been contained, according to local environmental officials.

Israel preparing to forcibly displace civilians to southern Gaza

Israel has announced preparations to forcibly evacuate Palestinians from “combat zones” to southern Gaza. It comes days after Tel Aviv announced a new offensive to seize control of Gaza City, the enclave’s largest urban centre.

Iran wins Greco-Roman wrestling title at Serbia tournament with 8 medals

Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestling team claimed the championship at the international tournament in Serbia, securing three gold, one silver, and four bronze medals against strong competitors from several leading wrestling nations.

Iran says foreign intervention in the Caucasus its red line

The spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry stressed that the Islamic Republic does not in any way regard foreign intervention or the presence of extra-regional forces in the Caucasus as beneficial, and believes that such a presence only creates geopolitical complications.

Iran’s Ettelaat daily criticizes internet filtering, warns of greater risks

Tehran’s Ettelaat newspaper has strongly criticized the government’s ongoing internet filtering policies, warning that restrictions are creating greater dangers for Iranian society.

Trump told Europeans that Putin wants all of Donbas in exchange for end of Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin has spelled out his demands for “land swaps” with Ukraine during his nearly three-hour summit with US President Donald Trump in Alaska, including his insistence Ukraine gives up the Donbas region, according to European officials familiar with the matter.

Iran’s FM expresses confidence in bright future for Iran-Armenia ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has predicted a “bright future” for relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Armenia. Araghchi said no one can derail this path.

Iran’s armed forces warn the US and Israel against schemes and hostility

The General Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces has issued a stern warning to the US and the Zionist regime against any aggression against the Islamic Republic.

Envoy: Tehran-Riyadh committed to end regional polarization

Iran's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati has said that security talks between Tehran and Riyadh are ongoing, noting that the two nations are mutually determined to end regional polarization.

Notorious terrorist group claims deadly attack in southeast Iran  

Anti-Iran terrorist group calling itself Jaish al-Adl has claimed responsibility for the Friday night’s attack on a security patrol vehicle in the southeastern Iranian city of Iranshahr, which resulted in the martyrdom of one officer and injury of another individual.

Iranian president to visit Belarus and Armenia

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will embark on a two-day trip to Armenia and Belarus starting Monday, August 18. That’s according to Pezeshkian’s political adviser.

Iran to miss 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup in US

Iran’s men’s national team will not participate in the 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup in Fort Wayne, the United States.

US pushes peace over ceasefire after Alaska summit

The Ukraine war should be ended through a permanent agreement rather than a mere ceasefire, US President Donald Trump has stated, following his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.

Iranian govt. spokesperson hails Armenia-Azerbaijan deal as “significant step in dialogue”

Iran’s government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani has said the recent agreement between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia shows after years of conflict and mistrust, both sides chose negotiation and understanding over confrontation.

3 Iranians ranked among Asia’s greatest footballers

Mad Football has released its all-time ranking of Asia’s best footballers, with three Iranian legends being on the list.

Police officer killed by gunmen in southeast Iran

A police officer has been killed during a firefight with armed attackers in southeast Iran.

Zelensky should ‘make a deal’: Trump says after meeting with Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should “make the deal” to settle Kiev’s conflict with Moscow, US President Donald Trump has stated following three-hour talks in Anchorage with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, their first summit since the one in Helsinki in 2018.

Putin says talks with Trump was ‘constructive, useful’

Russian President Vladimir Putin has called his talks with US President Donald Trump in Alaska on Friday “constructive” and “useful”. The discussions focused largely on the Ukraine conflict.

UK to prosecute dozens of people for backing banned Palestine Action group

London’s Metropolitan Police announced that at least 60 people will face prosecution for “showing support” for Palestine Action, the activist group outlawed as a “terrorist organisation” last month for protesting Israel’s genocide in Gaza. Three others have already been charged.

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