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Maximum pressure’ to lead to ‘maximum resistance’: Iran warns US

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi called on the US to abandon the policy of ‘maximum pressure’ against Tehran because it would provoke 'maximum resistance.'

OPEC unity helps thwart US sanctions threats: Iran president

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) need to stay away from political games and remain united to foil threats of sanctions by the United States.

UN officials condemn Trump’s Gaza plan

United Nations officials have condemned the idea of deporting people from the Gaza Strip, noting it’s strictly prohibited under international law, after President Donald Trump announced the US will seize the Palestinian territory and resettle its war-weary population.

Iran says broke 10-year record in oil exports

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has stated that oil exports from the country have reached a new record high despite a continued regime of US sanctions that seeks to cut Tehran’s oil exports to zero.

Ukraine leader a ‘maniac’ to demand NATO nuclear weapons: Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s statements on obtaining nuclear weapons are cause for serious concern, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has stated. In a social media post on Wednesday, she branded the Ukrainian leader a “maniac [gripped by] sick delusions” who could seek a ‘dirty bomb’.

Trump urges ‘nuclear peace deal’ with Iran

President Donald Trump has stated that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons but should reach a “verified nuclear peace agreement”, which the US should begin work on immediately.

West Bank’s Jenin heading in ‘catastrophic direction’: UN

The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has warned that conditions in the refugee camp of Jenin are deteriorating amid Israel’s ruthless onslught in the occupied West Bank.

Zelensky says ready for talks with Putin to end war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his willingness to negotiate with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin if it is the only way to bring the Ukraine conflict to an end.

Saudi Arabia rejects Trump’s claim, says no normalization with Israel without Palestinian state

Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its stance that it will not normalize relations with Israel without the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, refuting a claim by US President Donald Trump that Riyadh had dropped the demand.

Ukraine calls for nukes to ‘stop Russia’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed that the West should give Kiev nuclear weapons and more missiles “to stop Russia” or fast track his country into NATO.

Amnesty slams US for hosting Israeli PM despite ICC warrant

Amnesty International has criticized the US for hosting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in connection with his army's genocidal war in the Gaza Strip.

Syria, Turkiye presidents talk Kurdish fighters, defence pacts

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Syria’s newly-appointed President Ahmed al-Sharaa have discussed deepened security ties – including a response to Kurdish fighters in the war-torn country – during a meeting in Ankara.

Lebanon files UN Security Council complaint against Israel over ceasefire violations

Lebanon lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council against Israel over its continued violations of a ceasefire accord and UN Resolution 1701.

Iran working on faster method to create nuclear bomb: US intelligence sources

Iranian scientists are working on a faster way to develop nuclear weapons, the New York Times has reported, citing "US intelligence sources."

Israel building military bases in Syria buffer zone: Al Jazeera

The Israeli military is building military bases in the demilitarised buffer zone with Syria, according to satellite images seen by Al Jazeera’s Sanad verification unit.

Turkey seeking to establish military bases in Syria: Report

Turkey has outlined a plan to set up military bases in Syria following the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, according to a report

PM says UK to provide more military aid to Ukraine

Britain will provide more military support to Ukraine in 2025 than ever before, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has stated.

20 killed in Syria’s car bombing

A car bomb has killed at least 20 people and injured many others on the outskirts of the city of Manbij in northern Syria, the Syrian presidency has announced.

President Pezeshkian urges formation of inclusive Syrian government

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the need for the formation of an inclusive government in Syria and endeavours to prevent partitioning of the Arab country.

Iranian VP says Tehran needs new strategy in ‘war of narratives’ with Israel

Iran’s Vice-President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif has stressed that the world is currently embroiled in a “war of narratives”, where international diplomacy often overlooks factual realities. This war, he warned, has been perfected by Israel, especially in its ongoing conflict with Tehran.

Five Arab states oppose removing Palestinians from Gaza in letter to US

Five Arab foreign ministers and a senior Palestinian official have sent a joint letter to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio opposing plans to displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, as suggested by U.S. President Donald Trump in late January.

70 killed in West Bank by Israel since January: Health Ministry

According to the Palestinian Ministry of Health, at least 70 people, including 10 children, have been killed by Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank since the beginning of 2025.

Former British soldier sentenced to 14 years for ‘spying for Iran’

A former UK soldier who sparked a manhunt after escaping from prison before his trial has been sentenced by a court in Britain to 14 years of imprisonment for "espionage for Iran".

Authorities in Gaza say death toll close to 62,000 as missing being added

Authorities in the Gaza Strip have updated the death toll from Israel’s war on the blockaded enclave to 61,709, having added thousands who were missing and are now presumed dead.

IRGC chief says Iran’s missiles can strike any enemy target

The chief commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has praised the capabilities of the force’s missiles and their deterrence, and stated that the country's missiles can hit any hostile target across the region.

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