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US Strike on Syrian Airfield Sparks Worldwide Reaction

The US missile attacks on a Syrian air base has been widely covered by world media, sparking the reactions of several countries and world leaders.

US Fighting on ISIS, Al-Qaeda’s Side: Iran’s FM

Iranian Foreign Minister said the US is fighting on the same side as the ISIS and Al-Qaeda terrorist groups, urging Washington to stop hype and cover-ups.

US Strike Followed by New ISIS Push on Palmyra

Takfiri ISIS terrorists have launched a fresh push to retake Palmyra in Syria’s Homs Province shortly after the US launched a missile strike on an airfield used by the Syrian army to protect the ancient city.

No Need for Syrian Army to Use Chemicals: Analyst

A Middle East expert rejects the accusations that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons in the city of Idlib.

Russia suspends Syria flight safety deal with US after missile attack

Moscow says it is halting an agreement with Washington aimed at avoiding mid-air collisions during their military missions in the Syrian airspace after US launched a missile attack against a Syrian army airbase.

Syria Blasts US ‘Aggression’, Terrorists and Israel Hail It

Syria has condemned a US missile attack targeting an army airbase near Homs as a “blatant act of aggression,” while Israel hailed it and a foreign-backed terrorist coalition called for further attacks.

US Attack on Syria Significantly Damaged US-Russia Ties: Putin

President Vladimir Putin believes a US missile attack on a Syrian airbase near Homs has violated international law and seriously hurt Russia-US relations, the Kremlin says.

US Launches Tomahawk Cruise Missiles at Airbase in Syria

Russian President Vladimir Putin “regards the strikes as aggression against a sovereign nation,” his spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, noting that the president believes the strikes were carried out “in violation of international law, and also under an invented pretext.”

Iran Strongly Condemns ‘Dangerous’ US Strike on Syria Airbase

Iran has strongly condemned a US cruise missile attack on a Syrian army airbase near the west-central city of Homs, calling it "destructive and dangerous".

31 Killed in ISIS Attack on Iraq’s Tikrit

At least 31 people, including 14 police officers, were killed and more than 40 wounded in attacks overnight by the ISIS militants in the northern Iraqi city of Tikrit.

British PM Refuses to Wear Headscarf in Riyadh Visit

British Prime Minister Theresa May has defied Saudi Arabia’s strict custom and refused to wear a headscarf for her first meeting with the Arab country’s ruling elite.

Hoisting Non-Iraqi Flags in Kirkuk Can Cause Tension: Iran

Raising any flags other than that of Iraq in the northern Iraqi province of Kirkuk is against the Arab country’s Constitution and can create tensions, Iran’s foreign ministry says.

Over 70 Killed in ‘Attack’ on Idlib: Syrian Opposition

Sources close to the Syrian opposition claim that over 70 have lost their lives in an alleged ‘attack’ on the rebel-held city of Idlib.

Iranian MP Slams UAE for Imprudent, Irresponsible Policies

An Iranian lawmaker has criticized the UAE’s imprudence and irresponsible behaviour towards the regional crises, saying Iran seeks to ease tensions in the region and foster friendly relations with the Persian Gulf littoral states.

Pro-Clinton Columnist Longs for Job in Trump Administration

US columnist Andrew Bowen has reportedly asked for the removal of his articles in support for Hillary Clinton as he is going to apply for a job in Trump’s State Department.

Iran Condemns St. Petersburg Terrorist Attack

Iran on Monday strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Russia’s Saint Petersburg metro station, and renewed its call for joint global fight against terrorism.

Blast Hits St. Petersburg Metro, Casualties Reported

Ten people have been reportedly killed and several others injured after a bomb blast hits metro station in Russia's St. Petersburg.

78% Increase in Iran-EU Trade Transactions

Trade transactions between Iran and the European Union (EU) reached €13.744 billion in 2016, showing a 78-percent growth compared to the figure for 2015.

Iran Condemns Pakistan Terrorist Attack

Iran has censured a terrorist bomb blast near a mosque in Pakistan, saying “steely determination” and “collective cooperation” are required to eliminate terrorism and extremism at both international and regional levels.

22 Killed in Blast near Shiite Mosque in Pakistan

A bomb targeting a mosque in Pakistan's northwestern city of Parachinar killed at least 22 people on Friday and wounded dozens in an attack claimed by the Pakistani Taliban.

Iranian DM Urges US to Leave Persian Gulf

Iran’s defense minister has called on the US to leave the Persian Gulf and stop harassing regional countries.

Greater Cooperation, Realistic Talks to Benefit Tehran, Riyadh  

An Iranian envoy says Iran and Saudi Arabia should realistically cooperate and hold dialogue with each other to safeguard their own interests as well as those of the whole region.

Japanese PM’s Wife Lauds Iranian Women as Capable, Successful   

Japanese prime minister’s wife says Iranian women are quite capable and completely successful in their social activities, and easily express their opinions and viewpoints in the society.

London Terror Attack, Consequence of UK Policy in Syria  

An Iranian MP says the UK and France were the main sponsors of terrorists and militants in Syria, adding the recent terror attack in London [on March 21] was a consequence of the British policy in the Middle Eastern country.

Killing Innocent People is US Army’s Modus Operandi

A senior Iranian official described a recent US airstrike in Mosul, Iraq, which killed up to 200 civilians, as a war crime, saying it has become common practice for the US army to murder innocent people under the pretext of counterterrorism.

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