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US will not allow Iran to enrich ‘any’ uranium under nuclear agreement: Trump

US President Donald Trump has ruled out allowing Iran to enrich uranium under any nuclear deal between the two countries – as Tehran defended its peaceful pursuit of fuel for power generation.

Second round of Ukraine-Russia negotiations ends with PoW deal but no ceasefire

Talks between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Istanbul ended without agreement on a ceasefire on Monday, but with both sides agreeing to exchange more prisoners.

FM Araqchi: No deal with US without Iran’s right to Enrichment

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, emphasized that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not abandon uranium enrichment, adding that no nuclear agreement will be signed with the US that disregards that right.

Three more killed, dozens wounded near aid site in Gaza

Israeli fire killed at least three Palestinians and wounded dozens of others near an aid distribution site operated by the U.S.-based Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, local health authorities confirmed on Monday.

Israeli settler violence in West Bank ‘at highest level’: UN

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) announced that Israeli settler violence against Palestinians has surged dramatically in 2025, with over 220 injuries recorded, averaging 44 per month, marking the highest monthly attack rate observed in 20 years.

Iran FM, Egypt president call for more consultations regarding Gaza

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in a meeting with the Egyptian president, stressed the necessity of collective and effective action by Islamic countries to stop the Israeli regime's crimes in Gaza.

White House directs US agencies to ‘pause new sanctions’ against Iran: WSJ

The Wall Street Journal reported that Washington has paused new sanctions on Iran, despite its 'maximum pressure' campaign and recent sanctions against Tehran, which were imposed during indirect negotiations between the two countries.

Iran’s first seismology professor, Bahram Akasheh, dies at 89

Dr. Bahram Akasheh, widely regarded as the father of seismology in Iran, has passed away at the age of 89.

US terms for nuclear agreement ‘out of touch with reality’: Iranian source to RT

The US proposal for a new nuclear deal with Iran is unacceptable, an Iranian source familiar with the matter told RT. Washington recently outlined its terms in a letter to Iran after five rounds of negotiations mediated by Oman.

UK must prepare for direct conflict with Russia: Defense chief

The UK plans to mobilize billions of pounds to bolster its military-industrial base in preparation for a potential conflict with Russia, Defense Secretary John Healey has stated.

Iran says to adjust steps based on actions of IAEA Western parties

The spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says that the Islamic Republic will adjust its steps regarding the upcoming meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors based on the subsequent actions of influential countries within the agency.

Iran says pondering response to US proposal

Iran’s response to a recent proposal that the US has submitted via Oman is under consideration, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi has stated.

Iranian Official: Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant to reconnect to national grid soon

The head of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, in southern Iran, announced that the electricity generated by this plant will re-enter the national grid starting next month.

Iran Athletics Federation issues apology after reported sexual misconduct arrests in South Korea

The Iran Athletics Federation has issued a statement expressing regret and apologizing after South Korean media reported the arrest of two Iranian athletes and a coach on allegations of sexual harassment during the Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea.

Ukraine: 34% of Russian strategic missile bombers at main airfields damaged in drone operation

The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) reported that the June 1 “Spider Web” drone operation caused approximately $7 billion in damages and disabled 34% of cruise missile bombers in key Russian airbases.

AEOI chief: Pre-revolution nuclear consortium proposal by US was deceptive

Mohammad Eslami, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), says that a US-backed nuclear fuel consortium proposed to Iran before the 1979 Islamic Revolution resulted in the loss of Iranian assets without any strategic benefit.

Hamas expresses readiness for new round of Gaza ceasefire negotiations with Israel

Hamas has announced that it is ready to immediately enter a new round of indirect talks with Israel to resolve outstanding points of contention, with the aim of ending the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and reaching a permanent ceasefire there.

Ukraine to set out roadmap for peace at Istanbul negotiations: Reuters

Ukrainian negotiators at talks scheduled for June 2 in Turkey's Istanbul will present to the Russian side a proposed roadmap for reaching a lasting peace settlement, according to a copy of the document seen by Reuters.

Russia confirms Ukraine attacked military airfields in five regions

Military airfields across Russia have been attacked in a series of kamikaze drone strikes, the country's Defense Ministry reported on Sunday, blaming the incidents on Ukraine. Most of the strikes were successfully repelled, with some resulting in material damage, it added.

Envoy: Investment opportunities in Iraq’s energy sectors open to Iranian companies

The Iraqi Ambassador to Tehran, Nasir Abdul-Muhsin Abdullah, has invited Iranian companies to expand their investment footprint in Iraq, emphasizing the vast opportunities available across multiple sectors.

Iran govt. nominates Seyed Ali Madanizadeh as new economy minister

The Iranian government has officially nominated Seyed Ali Madanizadeh as the new minister of economic affairs and finance, parliament's presidium spokesperson Abbas Goudarzi announced on Sunday.

Ukraine’s SBU claims drones hit ‘more than 40’ Russian aircraft in mass attack

An operation by Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has hit "over 40" Russian bombers at air bases "in the rear of the Russian Federation", a source in the agency told the Kyiv Independent.

Israeli attack near Gaza aid delivery point kills 31

An Israeli attack near an aid distribution point run by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) killed at least 31 people in Rafah on Sunday.

Gas leak at Shiraz refinery in southern Iran kills three

The death toll from a gas leak at the Shiraz Oil Refining Company (SORC), in southern Iran, has risen to three, local officials confirmed on Sunday.

Iranian FM to visit Egypt, Lebanon for high-level talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi will visit Egypt on Monday at the official invitation of his Egyptian counterpart.