Basij member killed during unrest in western Iran as protests continue for fourth day

A member of Iran’s Basij volunteer force was killed and 13 others were injured during unrest in the city of Kouhdasht, in Lorestan province, according to a statement released by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) in the province.

Intelligence forces detain 7 linked to anti-Iran groups: Informed source

An informed source at Iran’s Intelligence Ministry announced the identification and arrest of seven individuals linked to hostile groups in an operation that also led to the seizure of a large cache of smuggled arms.

Zelensky says Ukraine ’10 percent’ away from peace agreement with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated his country was "10 percent" away from a peace deal with Russia, but cautioned that the most important issues were still unsolved and that any agreement should not reward Moscow.

Israeli ban on aid groups working in Gaza ‘criminal behaviour’: Hamas

Hamas has condemned Israel's decision to ban several aid groups from operating in the Gaza Strip, urging the international community to prevent what it described as a move targeting Palestinians.

Putin says Russia will prevail in Ukraine in New Year address

Russian President Vladimir Putin said in his New Year’s Eve address on Wednesday that Russia believes it will prevail in Ukraine, where Moscow has been conducting a military offensive for nearly four years.

Iran denies fatality in attack on southern governor’s office 

The Judiciary of Fasa County in Iran's Fars Province has denied reports claiming that one person was killed during an attack on the Fasa Governor’s Office, confirming that four of the attackers have been arrested.

Israel suspending Gaza NGOs would block ‘life-saving aid’: EU

The European Union warned Wednesday that Israel's threat to suspend several aid groups in the Gaza Strip from January would block "life-saving" assistance from reaching the population.

Iran’s communications minister says over 80% of population use VPNs, warns of security risks

Iran’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology Sattar Hashemi says more than 80 percent of the country’s population uses VPNs and circumvention tools.

China says ‘successfully completed’ Taiwan exercises

China announced on Wednesday that it had successfully completed military drills around Taiwan, including live-fire exercises simulating a blockade of key ports and attacks on maritime targets.

Russia publishes map of Ukrainian drone attack on Putin’s residence

Russian Defense Ministry has released a map showing the route of the Ukrainian long-range drones that targeted Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Novgorod Region days ago.

US claims it killed or captured 25 Daesh operatives in Syria over nine days

The United States military has announced it has killed or captured about 25 Daesh fighters in a wave of attacks over nine days in Syria.

Abdolnaser Hemmati officially appointed as Governor of Iran’s Central Bank

Abdolnaser Hemmati has been officially appointed as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Iran following a vote by members of the cabinet during the government’s meeting on Wednesday.

UN condemns Israel’s moves against UNRWA

The United Nations has warned that Israel’s recent actions against the UN agency for Palestinian refugees risk depriving millions of people of basic services, including education and healthcare.

Iran’s parliament speaker warns enemies about scope of future defensive measures

Iran’s top parliamentarian has warned Tehran’s adversaries that the scope of the country’s future defensive measures could come as a surprise.

China slams states that criticised Taiwan drills as ‘irresponsible’

Beijing slammed on Wednesday certain countries  for their "irresponsible" criticism of China's military drills in waters around Taiwan.

Rescue operation ends after iron ore mine collapse in central Iran

Rescue authorities in Iran have announced the successful conclusion of operations following a collapse of an iron ore mine in central Iranian Yazd Province, confirming that the incident resulted in no fatalities.

Israel warns to suspend several aid groups operating in Gaza

Israel has warned that it would suspend from January several aid organisations operating in the Gaza Strip for failing to provide details about their Palestinian staff, accusing two Doctors Without Borders employees of links to militant groups.

Regional temperature records broken across globe in 2025: Report

Central Asia, the Sahel region and northern Europe experienced their hottest year on record this year, according to AFP analysis based on data from the European Copernicus programme.

Offices, schools in many Iranian provinces shut down on Wednesday due to severe cold

Authorities in Iran have announced widespread closures of government offices and educational institutions in many provinces on Wednesday, following heavy snowfall, rainfall, and a sharp drop in temperatures across large parts of the country.

Kiev discusses with Washington deployment of American troops in Ukraine: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv is holding discussions with US President Donald Trump on the possible deployment of American troops in Ukraine.

FM Araghchi: Iran will not hesitate to respond decisively to any aggression

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has warned that Iran will respond firmly to any act of aggression, stressing the country’s inherent right to self-defense under international law.

10 states warn of ‘catastrophic’ Gaza situation

The foreign ministers of 10 nations have expressed "serious concerns" about a "renewed deterioration of the humanitarian situation" in the Gaza Strip, saying the situation was "catastrophic".

Iran says ‘narrow window of opportunity’ for dialogue remains open

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran does not fear war, but emphasized that escalation can still be avoided if all concerned parties seize the opportunity for dialogue.

IRGC detains terrorist network in Iran’s southeast

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has uncovered and detained a group linked to terrorist and hostile organizations in the city of Saravan, located in Sistan and Baluchestan Province in southeastern Iran.

US announces new sanctions against Iran, Venezuela

The administration of President Donald Trump has announced sanctions against Iran and Venezuela, targeting companies that have been involved in the production and sale of drones.

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