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MbS says Saudi Arabia hopes to reach agreement with Iran

Riyadh intends to continue “detailed talks” with Tehran in order to reach a satisfactory agreement for both, Saudi state TV quoted on Thursday Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman as saying.

Live Updates: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 8

Russian forces are pressing ahead with their military operation in Ukraine to counter what they call a “threat” to their national security from the pro-West Ukrainian government. Kiev and Russia’s Western adversaries call the operations an “invasion”. The situation is fluid in Ukraine right now with both sides claiming victories on the battlefield. Iran Front Page brings you the latest developments on the ground live as they unfold in Ukraine.

Moscow envoy: West favoring Russia-Ukraine war

The Russian ambassador to Tehran says prior to the recent conflict in Ukraine, Moscow had sought the US and its allies’ assistance to solve the problems, but they refrained to do so. Levan Dzhagaryan added the West was just after an excuse to impose sanctions on Russia.

Live Updates: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 7

Russian forces are pressing ahead with their military operation in Ukraine to counter what they call a “threat” to their national security from the pro-West Ukrainian government. Kiev and Russia’s Western adversaries call the operations an “invasion”. The situation is fluid in Ukraine right now with both sides claiming victories on the battlefield. Iran Front Page brings you the latest developments on the ground live as they unfold in Ukraine.

2 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in West Bank

Israeli troops have killed two young Palestinian men during a raid on the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank early on Tuesday.

Live Updates: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 6

Russian forces are pressing ahead with their military operation in Ukraine to counter what they call a “threat” to their national security from the pro-West Ukrainian government. Kiev and Russia’s Western adversaries call the operations an “invasion”. The situation is fluid in Ukraine right now with both sides claiming victories on the battlefield. Iran Front Page brings you the latest developments on the ground live as they unfold in Ukraine.

France says it is urgent nuclear talks end this week

It is urgent to end the Vienna negotiations over reviving the Iran nuclear deal this week, France's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday.

Live Updates: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 5

Russian forces are pressing ahead with their military operation in Ukraine to counter what they call a “threat” to their national security from the pro-West Ukrainian government. Kiev and Russia’s Western adversaries call the operations an “invasion”. The situation is fluid in Ukraine right now with both sides claiming victories on the battlefield. Iran Front Page brings you the latest developments on the ground live as they unfold in Ukraine.

Live Updates: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 4

Russian forces are pressing ahead with their military operation in Ukraine to counter what they call a “threat” to their national security from the pro-West Ukrainian government. Kiev and Russia’s Western adversaries call the operations an “invasion”. The situation is fluid in Ukraine right now with both sides claiming victories on the battlefield. Iran Front Page brings you the latest developments on the ground live as they unfold in Ukraine.

Tehran says remaining Iranians in Ukraine safe

The small number of Iranian citizens remaining in Kiev are settled down in safe places, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh stated Saturday night.

Russian tanks and troops reach outskirts of Kyiv

Two days into the Russian invasion of Ukraine, fighting has reached the outskirts of Kyiv, following a night of missile attacks on the European country’s capital.

Russia confirms control of Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant

The Russian forces have seized full control of Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant after fierce battles with the Ukrainian troops, Moscow has confirmed.

UN says 100k Ukrainians fled after Russia attack

An estimated 100,000 Ukrainians have fled their homes and that several thousand have crossed into neighbouring countries, mainly Romania and Moldova, according to the UN refugee agency.

Biden announces new sanctions against Russia, calls Putin ‘aggressor’

US President Joe Biden condemned Moscow for launching the military operation against Ukraine, announcing new strong sanctions and limitations on exports to Russia.

UK, Canada announce new sanctions on Russia

London unveiled its ‘largest-ever package of sanctions’ against Russia on Thursday, targeting banks and wealthy Russians. Ottawa has also targeted several individuals and entities, including members of the Russian elite and major banks.

U.S. expects Ukraine capital to fall in days

Three U.S. officials have told Newsweek they expect Ukraine's capital Kyiv to fall to incoming Russian forces within days.

EU considers omitting Putin from sanction list

European Union ambassadors in Brussels moved closer to consensus on a significant package of sanctions targeting broad sectors of the Russian economy and individuals on Thursday. But they were debating whether to keep President Vladimir Putin off their list for now, diplomats who participated in or were briefed on the talks say.

Russia claims Ukrainian air defenses neutralized

The Russian Defense Ministry has claimed that Ukrainian air defenses have been neutralized. Moscow has launched a ‘special operation’ in Ukraine on Thursday, amid escalating tensions between Kiev's forces and Moscow-backed troops in Donbass.

World reacts to Russian invasion of Ukraine

Leaders of several countries rushed to condemn a Russian invasion of Ukraine on Wednesday night, warning of heavy sanctions to come for the attack announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

US says Iran nuclear talks close to ‘possible deal’

The United States has announced that there is significant progress being made in the nuclear negotiations in Vienna and that parties are close to a possible deal.

Oil prices surge above $100 following Russia Ukraine attacks

Oil prices soared past $100 for the first time in more than seven years on Thursday after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a "military operation" in Ukraine.

Russia announces ‘special operation’ in Donbass, eastern Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says he ordered his country's military to carry out a special operation in the Donbass region, in eastern Ukraine, after the leaders of the breakaway republic asked Moscow for military assistance in response to what they described as an increase in “Ukrainian aggression.”

US sanctions company behind Nord Stream 2

U.S. President Joe Biden announced that he would impose new sanctions on the company behind the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, which was built to ferry natural gas from Russia to Germany. The announcement follows Russia’s recognition of two separatist-controlled regions east of Ukraine that led to harsh anti-Moscow bans by the West.

UAE says to buy Chinese military aircraft after Yemen attacks

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced Wednesday it plans to buy a dozen Chinese L15 aircraft, as it seeks to bolster its defenses after a series of attacks by Yemeni forces.

Russia promises strong response to US sanctions

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has warned Moscow will respond strongly to new anti-Russia sanctions imposed by Washington. It stressed the measures taken by the White House run counter to American interests.

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