Europe

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 471

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Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:
Nuclear

Europe should avoid ‘provocative, unconstructive’ attitude to nuclear deal revival: Iran envoy

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Iran’s permanent representative at the United Nations office in Vienna Mohsen Naziri Asl has called on the European governments to refrain from “provocative and unconstructive" approach towards the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.
Asia

Blast hits memorial ceremony in Afghanistan, many killed and injured

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A bomb explosion ripped through a memorial ceremony for the deputy governor of Afghanistan’s northeastern Badakhshan Province, a Taliban official has confirmed. A health official has said at least 15 people were killed and 50 others were injured in the blast.
Middle East

Opposition lawmakers win majority in Kuwait’s parliament

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Kuwait's opposition held its ground in the country's third parliamentary election in 2-1/2 years, results showed. A significant number of neutral lawmakers could now tilt the balance of power towards the government, opening an opportunity to launch fiscal reforms.
Nuclear

Russia says IAEA board reviews safeguards application deal with Iran

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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors has completed a review of its agreement with Iran on the application of safeguards in connection with the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, Russian Permanent Representative to International Organizations in Vienna Mikhail Ulyanov has said.
Asia

Pakistan military vows to punish ‘masterminds’ of violent protests

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The Pakistani army has vowed to punish the “planners” of the violence that erupted last month after former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s brief arrest in a corruption case led to widespread demonstrations.
Europe

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 470

IFP Media Wire -
Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:
Economy

World Bank projects 2.2% economic growth for Iran despite sanctions

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The World Bank (WB) has predicted that Iran’s economy will register a 2.2 percent growth in 2023 in spite of tough US sanctions.
Environment

Satellite images show troubled Lake Urmia recovering gradually

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With the inauguration of the first phase of a water transfer system from Kani Sib Reservoir Dam to Urmia Lake in West Azerbaijan Province, northwestern Iran, the situation of the body of water, severely hit by drought, has witnessed a boost.
Middle East

OIC calls for independent probe into Israel’s killing of Palestinian toddler

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The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has vehemently condemned the killing of a Palestinian toddler by Israeli troops in the occupied West Bank, calling for an independent international investigation into the crime.
Nuclear

Russia blames US, E3 for raising unfounded accusations against Iran

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A senior Russian diplomat has blasted the United States and its European allies for hurling “baseless allegations against Tehran’s nuclear program” during a session of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors. Mikhail Ulyanov noted that “it’s difficult to take them seriously".
Americas

US sanctions Iranian, Chinese Individuals, entities over Tehran’s defense program

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The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions on over a dozen people and organizations in Iran, China and Hong Kong, including Iran's defense attache in Beijing, for "running a procurement network" for Iran's missile program. Tehran says the missile program is totally for peaceful purposes and no measure can strip Iran of its legitimate and legal right to boost its defensive capabilities.
Middle East

Saudi Crown Prince meets Venezuelan president, discusses bilateral ties

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Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro in Jeddah, the Saudi Press Agency reported early Tuesday. The two sides reviewed bilateral relations and explored various ways of enhancing cooperation in all fields.
Asia

Pakistan PM hopeful of IMF loan agreement amid escalating crisis

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Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is optimistic Islamabad will be able to finalise a critical loan deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in June.
Asia

Car bomb kills Afghan provincial official

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The deputy governor of Badakhshan Province in northern Afghanistan was killed in a car bomb attack on Tuesday, a spokesperson for the province has confirmed. The region’s police chief was killed in a similar attack claimed by an affiliate of Daesh group months ago.
Middle East

Kuwaitis go to polls in hopes of ending political deadlock

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Polling began at 8am (05:00 GMT) on Tuesday and will continue till 8pm (17:00 GMT). Results will be announced on Wednesday, the official Kuwait...
Human Rights

Recently-freed Danish inmate says treated well in Iran

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A Danish citizen, recently released by Tehran in a prisoner swap, has stated that he was treated "like a guest" throughout his imprisonment in Iran.
Asia

China says supporting regional plans to form naval alliance

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China announced it will work for the establishment of security and stability in the region and that it favors plans for a regional maritime alliance.
Europe

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 468

IFP Media Wire -
Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:
Middle East

Palestinian toddler shot by Israeli soldiers succumbs to injuries

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A two-year-old Palestinian boy who was shot in the head by Israeli soldiers near Ramallah in the occupied West Bank died from his wounds on Monday.
Nuclear

IAEA chief says progress made in Iran nuclear safeguards

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Rafael Grossi, the Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), says some progress has been made regarding the safeguards issues in Iran's nuclear program. He also said the IAEA will “never politicize” its work in Iran.
Foreign Policy

Iran set to re-open embassy in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday: Source

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Diplomatic sources say Iran will reopen its embassy in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. Alireza Enayati will take over the mission following seven years of closure.
Europe

Armenia says Yerevan, Baku likely to sign peace treaty by end of 2023

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Armenian Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan has stated that Yerevan and Baku could sign a peace treaty before the end of the year.
Middle East

Venezuela’s Maduro begins official visit to Saudi Arabia

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Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro arrived in Saudi Arabia for an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties with Riyadh.
Middle East

Saudi Arabia executes 3 men over terror charges

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Saudi Arabia announced the execution of three men in the Shia-populated Eastern Region for “joining a terrorist cell, possessing weapons and armed assault on security centers and security men."
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