Asia

Daesh claims responsibility for Pakistan bombing as death toll rises to 54

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Daesh terror group has claimed responsibility for a massive bomb attack in northwestern Pakistan on Sunday that killed at least 54 people, including 23 children.
Middle East

UN to suspend Yemen malnutrition prevention program due to lack of funds

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The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced that the lack of funds, combined with the continuous disruptions in supplies, has left it with no choice but to halt malnutrition prevention activities in war-torn Yemen.
Religion

OIC urges Sweden, Denmark to adopt ‘official’ stance over Quran sacrilege

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The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has called on the Swedish and Danish governments to take measures at an “official level” to prevent the recurrence of the desecration of the Holy Quran.
Americas

Taliban, US diplomats hold first official talks since Afghanistan takeover

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Taliban leaders have met with US officials in the Qatari capital Doha for the first time since their return to power in Afghanistan two years ago.
Europe

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 524

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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:
Middle East

Israeli official says road to normalising relations with Saudi Arabia ‘still long’

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Israeli national security adviser Tzachi Hanegbi has stated that the road to normalising ties with Saudi Arabia is “still long” as Israel's cabinet members rule out concessions to Palestinians as part of any deal.
Security

Iran, Belarus ink agreement to boost defense cooperation

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Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani and his Belarusian counterpart Viktor Khrenin have signed a memorandum of understanding to bolster cooperation in the defense sector.
Foreign Policy

Iran says will never hold talks with US on basis of trust

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Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Nasser Kanaani stressed that Tehran will never enter negotiations with Washington on the basis of trust. He also reiterated Iran’s readiness to proceed with the talks on the removal of sanctions in accordance with its national interests.
Middle East

China, UAE to hold first joint aerial drills

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The air forces of China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will conduct a joint training exercise in China's Autonomous Region of Xinjiang in August, Beijing announced Monday.
Europe

Armenia’s attempts to bring cargoes via Lachin corridor unauthorized: Azerbaijan

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Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has said the truck convoy that was detained at the entry to the Lachin corridor had no permission from the Baku side to do so, the press service of the Azerbaijani leader announced following his talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Religion

Denmark says seeking ‘legal tool’ to stop Quran burnings

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Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen has stated that Copenhagen will look for a legal mechanism to stop the public burning of the Quran, which has caused protests and fury across the Muslim world.
Sport

Iran U23 men’s team wins 2023 CAFA Futsal Cup

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The Iran U23 men's futsal team grabbed the title of the 2023 CAFA Futsal Cup after beating Tajikistan and gaining 12 points.
Energy

Iran’s crude oil shipments to China tripled since 2020: Report

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Iran’s crude oil exports to China have tripled over the past three years, up from 324,000 barrels per day in 2020 to approximately one million this year despite US sanctions targeting the Iranian oil exports, the latest figures by data analytics firm Kepler have showed.
Economy

IMF revises up its 2023 economic growth forecast for Iran

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised up its 2023 economic growth forecast for Iran amid its better oil exports and despite the continued pressure of the US sanctions.
Europe

Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 523: Five killed, dozens injured in Russian missile strike against Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih

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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:
Asia

Dozens killed in blast at political rally in Pakistan

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At least 40 people have been killed and more than 150 injured in a bomb explosion in Pakistan’s north-western Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province that targeted a political party gathering, police have confirmed.
Europe

Russia holds Navy Day parade in St. Petersburg

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Russia’s annual Navy Day parade was held in St. Petersburg, with sailors and veterans showing off the country’s naval might. The Kremlin has announced forty-five ships, boats and submarines took part in the parade along with around 3,000 servicemen.
Middle East

Israel plans to build $27bn rail expansion, eyes future link to Saudi Arabia

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Sunday Israel will build a 100 billion shekel ($27 billion) rail expansion that will connect its outlying areas to Tel Aviv and, in the future, could provide overland links to Saudi Arabia.
Middle East

Iraq’s electric grid hit by fire, blasts amid scorching heat

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A fire at a power station in southern Iraq and several explosions have affected the country’s ailing national electricity grid as temperatures rise. The incidents led to power blackouts in a country that sees them regularly during summer heat.
Europe

Moscow’s financial district under Ukrainian drone attack: Mayor

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Ukrainian drones have attacked Moscow City, the Russian capital’s iconic financial and business district, where some of Europe’s tallest skyscrapers are located, Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed on Sunday.
Europe

Russia does not want military clash with US, but ready for any scenario: Putin

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Russia is ready for any scenario, but does not want a direct military clash with the US, Russian President Vladimir Putin said when asked about the US's provocations in Syria.
Sport

Iran’s under-16 volleyball team crowned at 2023 Asian Championship

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The Iranian men's national under-16 volleyball team has defeated the host nation to claim the top position at the conclusion of the inaugural edition of the Asian Men’s U16 Volleyball Championship in Uzbekistan.
Middle East

Israelis keep pressure on PM over judicial overhaul

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Tens of thousands of  Israelis have staged new rallies across occupied territories after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed through a highly-contested law to limit some Supreme Court powers.
Europe

Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 522: Zelensky says war is “gradually” being pushed back to Russian territory after Moscow drone attack

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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:
Int'l Relations

UN says forced to cut food aid to millions globally over funding crisis

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The United Nations has been forced to cut food, cash payments and assistance to millions of people in several countries — including Afghanistan, Syria, Yemen — because of “a crippling funding crisis” that has seen its donations plummet by about half as acute hunger is hitting record levels, a top official has confirmed.
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