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Iran, China, Saudi Arabia conclude trilateral meeting with joint press statement

The Third Joint Meeting of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the People’s Republic of China concluded with the release of an official press statement, in which Beijing reaffirmed its readiness to continue supporting the development of Tehran–Riyadh relations.

Russia will achieve all its goals in Ukraine war: Putin

Moscow will achieve all its goals set out in the special military operation in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Tuesday.

Zelensky should hold elections: Trump

US President Donald Trump has called on Ukraine to hold elections, questioning the country’s democratic credentials in an interview with Politico published on Tuesday.

Syria, Saudi Arabia sign deals in oil, gas sectors

Damascus and Riyadh inked a number of agreements in the oil and gas sectors on Tuesday, according to local media.

France won’t let EU seize chunk of frozen Russian assets: FT 

France does not want to seize frozen Russian state funds held in private French banks, the Financial Times has reported, citing sources.

Germany warns of Russia threat to 2026 regional polls

Germany’s domestic spy chief has warned that Russia could step up sabotage, cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns next year when the EU’s top economy, a strong backer of Ukraine, holds several regional elections.

Iran arrests man accused of posing as ‘cosmetic surgeon’

Iranian authorities have arrested Mehdi Arabloo, a man accused of performing cosmetic surgeries without any medical qualifications after years of evading law enforcement.

Concerns over US visas for Iran players ahead of 2026 World Cup preparations

The head of Iran’s Football Federation, Mehdi Taj, has warned that some national team players and staff may be denied US visas ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying the federation must be prepared with alternative options for affected squad members.

Israel biggest killer of journalists worldwide for 3 years running: RSF

Reporters Without Borders reported on Tuesday that Israel was responsible for nearly half of all journalists killed this year worldwide, with 29 Palestinian reporters slain by its forces in Gaza. In its annual report, the Paris-based media freedom group added the total number of journalists killed reached 67 globally this year, slightly up from the 66 killed in 2024.

No agreement reached with Trump on Ukraine’s territory: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that no compromise was reached with US negotiators over Ukraine’s borders.

US must not threaten EU democracy: Brussels

The US must not threaten to interfere in the EU’s “democratic life”, European Council President Antonio Costa has stressed, adding that Brussels and Washington no longer share a common worldview.

Israel facing sharp rise in hunger due to economic fallout of Gaza war: Report

More than one-quarter of households in Israel are now experiencing food insecurity, driven by the economic and social fallout of the two-year war in the Gaza Strip, an Israeli organization has found.

Three Shahid Beheshti University scholars ranked among top one percent most-cited worldwide

Three researchers from Shahid Beheshti University have been named among the world’s top one percent most-cited scientists in 2024, according to a new report by the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC).

‘Record high’ number of Palestinians died in Israeli prisons: Report

A "record high" number of 110 Palestinians have died under prison policies implemented by far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir in the past two and a half years, according to Walla.

Israel confirms 22,000 wounded soldiers since Gaza war

The Israeli Defense Ministry announced Monday that it has treated nearly 22,000 wounded soldiers since the Gaza war in October 2023.

EU looking at options for enhancing Lebanon’s internal security forces: Document

The European Union is studying options for strengthening Lebanon’s Internal Security Forces to help free up the Lebanese army to focus on disarming the armed group Hezbollah, according to a document seen by Reuters.

Iran says determined to enhance Azerbaijan ties, warns against undermining relations

Iran’s Foreign Minister has emphasized that Tehran is determined to expand its relations with Baku in all dimensions, and that no party should be allowed to undermine the ties between the two countries.

Official says dozens of Iranian nationals jailed in US heading home

The director of Iran’s Interests Section in Washington, Abolfazl Mehrabadi, has stated that around 50 Iranian prisoners have left the United States for their home country following the strict immigration policies of US President Donald Trump’s administration.

Azerbaijan’s president voices commitment to promotion of ties with Iran

Azerbaijan's president Ilham Aliyev has expressed his country's readiness to use all available capacities to strengthen relations with Iran.

Official: 1.8 million Afghans exit Iran via Dogharoon; northeast border 50% secured

Approximately 1.8 million Afghan nationals have left Iran through the Dogharoon border, according to the deputy for security and law enforcement of Khorasan Razavi Province.

Iran resumes flights to Sharjah from five cities months after conflict with Israel

Iran has resumed commercial flights to Sharjah, the UAE, for the first time since the recent 12-day conflict in June, with the inaugural service operated by an Iranian airline departing Tehran on Monday.

At least 80k Israeli soldiers treated for psychological disorders since Gaza war: Report

The number of Israeli soldiers receiving treatment for psychological disorders has risen sharply since the war in the Gaza Strip began two years ago, an Israeli Defense Ministry official has confirmed.

Europe may need to shoot down Russian aircraft, drones violating NATO airspace: Czech president

European countries may have to start shooting down Russian aircraft and drones that violate NATO airspace if Moscow keeps testing the alliance's resolve, Czech President Petr Pavel has stated in an interview with the Sunday Times of London.

US to spend $800mn on support for Ukraine in 2026, 2027: Pentagon budget draft

The US’ draft budget allocates $400 million each for support for Ukraine in 2026 and 2027, according to the draft of the National Defense Authorization Act published by Pentagon, on which Congress will begin voting this week.

Off-road drivers compete in Iran’s national championship

The third edition of Iran’s National Off-Road Championship for men and women concluded with competitors battling across six different vehicle classes for top honors.