No negotiation process underway with US: Iran

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has dismissed the US president’s assertion about Tehran–Washington talks, saying that no negotiation process currently exists between the Islamic Republic and the United States.

At least 13 killed in Israeli attack on Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon

At least 13 people have been killed in an Israeli air attack on a Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health.

Iran’s envoy cautions US-drafted resolution on Gaza must not be used to shield Israel

Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s permanent ambassador to the United Nations has warned that the recent US-drafted resolution adopted at the UN Security Council on establishment of a foreign force in the Gaza Strip must not be allowed to undermine Palestinian rights or shield the Israeli regime from accountability.

SCO PMs declare UNSC Resolution 2231 expired

The prime ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states have concluded their 24th meeting in Moscow with a joint statement dismissing Western actions against Iran under the pretext of concerns over Tehran's nuclear program.

Israeli settler killed, 3 injured in West Bank attack

An Israeli settler was killed and three others were injured in an attack near a settlement in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, medics confirmed.

Syria launches first trial over violence that killed hundreds

Damascus has begun the trial of the first among hundreds of suspects accused of involvement in deadly clashes earlier this year that left hundreds dead in Syria’s coastal provinces.

Russia slams France’s warplanes deal with Ukraine as ‘fuelling’ the war

Moscow on Tuesday slammed Paris for signing a deal to supply up to 100 Rafale fighter jets to Ukraine, calling it an act that fuels the war.

EU to spread legal costs of attacking Russian frozen assets: Politico

The European Union has pledged to spread the financial and legal risks of using Russia’s frozen central-bank assets to fund the government in Kiev, Politico reported on Monday. Belgium, where most of the money is held, has rejected the plan without such guarantees.

Iranian VP says Tehran determined to strengthen ties with Moscow

Iran's First Vice-President, Mohammad-Reza Aref, has emphasized Tehran’s determination to enhance relations with Russia.

Iraqi PM’s coalition tops parliamentary elections with 46 seats

Iraq’s Independent High Electoral Commission has announced that the Reconstruction and Development coalition, led by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, topped the final parliamentary election results, securing 46 of the legislature’s 329 seats.

Hamas refutes UN Gaza resolution, stresses international force would become party to conflict

Hamas has rejected the United Nations Security Council’s adoption of a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan, saying it fails to meet the rights and demands of the Palestinian people and seeks to impose an international trusteeship on the war-torn enclave — a move opposed by Palestinians and resistance factions.

UN Security Council passes US resolution supporting international Gaza force

The United Nations Security Council has approved a resolution mandating a transitional administration and an International Stabilization Force in the Gaza Strip that envisions a “credible pathway” to Palestinian statehood.

EU says Ukraine needs 70bn Euros in 2026

Ukraine needs more than 70 billion euro ($81 billion) in extra financial assistance to defend itself and keep the government running in 2026 as Russia's war drags on, the European Union has announced.

Almost 100 Palestinians have died in custody since October 2023: Israeli data

Israeli data show at least 98 Palestinians have died in custody since October 2023, and the real toll is likely substantially higher because hundreds of people detained in the Gaza Strip are missing, an Israel-based human rights group has reported.

Palestinians say US proposal for multinational force in Gaza aims to impose external control

Palestinian factions have warned that a US draft resolution to deploy an international force in the Gaza Strip amounts to an attempt to impose foreign guardianship over the territory and sideline Palestinian decision-making.

Iran neither opposes negotiations nor intends to abandon uranium enrichment: Ex-FM

Head of Iran's Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Kamal Kharazi has stated that Iran does not reject negotiations over its nuclear energy program, but will not abandon its defensive capabilities or its peaceful uranium enrichment activities.

Lebanese military says working with ‘friendly states’ to halt Israeli violations

The Lebanese army has announced that it is coordinating with “friendly countries” to halt the ongoing Israeli violations of last year’s ceasefire accord.

EU defence chief says Europe ‘not ready’ for Russian drone attack

Europe is not ready to deal effectively with a Russian drone attack and must integrate Ukraine's "battle-tested" capabilities to better protect itself, EU defence commissioner Andrius Kubilius has stated.

Iranian daily accuses Taliban minister of “deceit” over Helmand river water rights

An Iranian newspaper has accused a senior Taliban official of making contradictory and misleading statements regarding Afghanistan’s obligation to release Iran’s share of water from the Helmand River.

Israeli man indicted for handing over intelligence to Tehran

Israel’s Haifa District Court indicted Shimon Azarzar from Kiryat Yam, on charges of transmitting sensitive military information to the Iranian intelligence.

UN peacekeepers say Israel fired on them in Lebanon

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has announced that Israeli soldiers have shot at its peacekeepers in their latest targeting of UNIFIL as Israel continues to attack Lebanon on a near-daily basis in violation of a yearlong ceasefire with Hezbollah.

US not prepared for results-oriented talks: Iran’s deputy foreign minister

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has censured the United States for lacking readiness for any “real, results-oriented negotiations”, stressing that Washington relies on pressure, threats and theatrical diplomacy rather than genuine dialogue.

Ukraine renews calls for more air defence after deadly attack on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has renewed his plea for more air-defence systems a day after Russian aerial attacks on Kyiv killed seven people.

Iran starts cloud seeding operations amid severe drought

Iranian authorities began seeding operations to induce rainfall as the country faces its worst drought in decades, according to reports.

Iranian VP to attend SCO Council of Heads of Government Meeting in Russia

Iranian First Vice-President Mohammad Reza Aref will take part in the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (Prime Ministers) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Russia.

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