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Gaza authorities warn of spread of diseases among displaced civilians amid Israeli attacks

Palestinian authorities have warned of outbreaks of epidemics and diseases among displaced civilians in Gaza City due to crowdedness in shelters.

Iran says to launch new set of centrifuges amidst constructive engagement

The spokeswoman for the Iranian government announced that Iran plans to launch a new set of centrifuges, stressing that the country’s interactions with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will continue within the framework of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

five killed, dozens injured as supporters of Ex-Pakistani PM clash with security forces

At least five police and paramilitary personnel have been killed and dozens of people wounded in Pakistan as thousands of supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan forced their way through security barriers and entered the capital Islamabad.

US officially confirms greenlight for strikes deep inside Russia by Ukraine

Washington has officially confirmed a policy change allowing Ukraine to strike inside Russia using US-supplied ATACMS missiles.

Iran’s energy minister assures no blackouts amid supply boost

Iranian Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi has announced that there are no power outages currently across the country as the electricity supply has been stable, and sufficient fuel has been secured to prevent any blackouts.

Germany plans to turn public buildings into bomb shelters amid fears of war with Russia

Authorities in Germany are drawing up plans to use metro stations as air attack shelters in response to the growing risk of war with Russia, according to a report.

Russia says ‘hotheads’ talking about sending EU forces to Ukraine

There is no consensus among EU countries on whether to send troops to Ukraine, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated, calling those discussing the possibility “hotheads".

Leader’s aide: Iran-Azerbaijan joint military drill a turning point for regional peace, security

Ali Akbar Velayati, an advisor to Iran’s Leader on international affairs, says the ongoing joint military drill between Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan symbolizes the growing mutual trust between the two nations, adding it marks a turning point in the region's history by “laying the groundwork for lasting peace and security in this sensitive area.”

Israel intensifies attacks on Lebanon but claims ceasefire agreement ‘close’

Israel’s military launched air attacks across Lebanon, unleashing explosions throughout the country and killing several people, even as officials claimed they were nearing a deal on a ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah.

Iran FM urges intl. community to prevent normalization of Israeli genocide, crimes 

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasized that the international community must not allow Israel's law-breaking and aggression to become normalized.

Iranian govt. Spokeswoman announces consensus on ending Internet filtering 

The spokesperson for the Iranian government, Fatemeh Mohajerani, has announced that the Supreme Council of Cyberspace of Iran has reached an agreement with the government on the initial phase of lifting internet filtering in Iran.

Official: Iran gas exports to Iraq stopped at one point

Saeed Tavakoli, CEO of the National Iranian Gas Company, confirmed to an Iranian news agency that the suspension of gas exports to Iraq was requested by the Iraqi side for maintenance purposes.

Israel attack that killed 3 Lebanon journalists ‘apparent war crime’: HRW

Human Rights Watch announced on Monday an Israeli air attack that killed three journalists in Lebanon last month was an "apparent war crime" and used a bomb equipped with a US-made guidance kit.

Netanyahu stalled hostage swap deal with Hamas to satisfy Israeli far-right ministers: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lost an opportunity to reach a hostage swap agreement with Hamas in July in order to appease his far-right coalition partners, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (KAN) has reported.

Former Israeli DM to visit US despite ICC arrest warrant

Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant plans to travel to Washington despite an arrest warrant issued against him by the International Criminal Court (ICC) over war crimes in the Gaza Strip.

Iranian court closes 2021 case of rapper Tumaj Salehi

A court in Iran’s Isfahan province has officially closed the case against detained rapper Tumaj Salehi dating back to 2021 over his support for the nationwide unrest and deadly riots.

Russia recruits Yemeni mercenaries for Ukraine war: Report

Moscow has recruited hundreds of mercenaries from Yemen to fight in its war against Ukraine, the Financial Times (FT) has claimed in a report.

Iran’s Leader says arrest warrant for Israeli PM not enough, death sentence should be issued

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei stressed that the international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not enough and his death sentence should be issued over the Zionist regime's crimes in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.

Israeli PM repeats request to postpone testimony in corruption trial, citing ICC arrest warrant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again requested to postpone his testimony in his corruption trial, citing the arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC).

Israeli PM brushed Off concerns over Hamas ahead of Gaza War: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly dismissed proposals to assassinate Hamas leaders, including during a meeting nearly a week before the October 7, 2023 attack by the Palestinian group, according to a report by Israel’s Channel 12.

Iran’s Central Bank says to launch digital Rial in near future

Governor of the Central Bank of Iran Mohammad Reza Farzin has announced that the digital Rial will begin operations soon. He also stressed that the development of modern banking is one of the central bank’s key ongoing goals.

A symphony of autumn colors: Discover the enchanting Sa’dabad complex in Tehran

As autumn paints the trees with its vibrant hues, the Sa’dabad Cultural and Historical Complex in northern Tehran transforms into a breathtaking spectacle.

Young British mercenary captured in Russia’s Kursk

A 22-year-old man, who served as a signalman in the British Army until 2023, has reportedly been captured in Russia’s Kursk Region while fighting alongside the Ukrainian troops, which consists of foreign recruits that Moscow considers mercenaries.

US envoy threatens to withdraw from mediation between Israel, Lebanon

US envoy Amos Hochstein has vowed to withdraw from mediation efforts aimed at brokering a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Lebanon if Tel Aviv does not accept Washington's proposal, Israel’s Channel 13 reported Sunday.

Iran’s former atomic chief calls for higher enrichment

The former head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says it is now time for the country to move towards higher enrichment to advance its nuclear expertise in light of a recent anti-Iran resolution by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)’s Board of Governors.