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Israeli bombs eastern Lebanon for first time since start of Gaza war, kills senior Hezbollah officer

Lebanese security officials say the Israeli military has targeted eastern Lebanon for the first time since the war on the Gaza Strip began in October last year.

Iranian daily slams Russia for ‘mass killing’ in Ukraine

An Iranian newspaper has come down hard on Russia on the anniversary of the Ukraine war for perpetrating a ‘mass killing’ of hundreds of thousands of civilians and making nuclear threats against other countries.

History will not erase US disgraceful complicity in Gaza crimes: Hamas

The Palestinian movement of Hamas has stressed that history will not erase administration of United States President Joe Biden's disgraceful complicity in the Israeli regime's ongoing genocidal war against the Gaza Strip.

UN chief warns Israeli onslaught on Rafah would put ‘final nail in coffin’ to humanitarian aid

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that an all-out Israeli offensive in Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are sheltering, would put an end to the UN assistance programs in Gaza.

Iran FM to UN chief: US escalating tensions in West Asia

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, in a meeting with the UN Secretary General Antoni Guterres, strongly condemned the US’ attempts to escalate tensions in the Red Sea and Yemen, warning that Washington's actions will ruin joint efforts by Tehran and the United Nations to bring calm to the region.

Gaza death toll nears 30k

The Palestinian death toll from Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip since Oct. 7 has jumped to 29,782, the Health Ministry in the besieged enclave announced on Monday.

Palestinian Authority PM resigns

Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh has announced the resignation of his government, which rules parts of the occupied West Bank, due to the escalating violence in the occupied territories and the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip.

IMF revises up economic growth projection for Iran in 2023

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised up its previous economic growth projection for Iran in 2023, attributing it to a higher-than-expected increase in Tehran’s oil output.

Yemen says era of US, allies’ control of international waters ‘over’

Yemen’s defense minister has praised the ongoing naval operations by the country’s military against Israeli-linked ships in the Red Sea in support of Gaza, stressing that the era of “hegemonic influence” of Washington and its allies on international waters is over.

CIA built anti-Russian spy network in Ukraine: Report

The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has turned Ukraine into one of its major assets in spying on Moscow over a decade that has passed since the 2014 Maidan coup, the New York Times has revealed.

Yemen’s Red Sea operations strike heavy blow to UK retailers: Report

UK retailers and exporters have been dealt a heavy blow by Yemen’s strikes in support of Gaza, which is enduring a genocidal war by Israel, according to a report.

Rescue teams deployed to snow-hit areas in Iran

Rescue and medical teams have assisted over 1600 people affected by a heavy snowfall and blizzard across Iran in the past two days after an alarmingly dry spell, the head of the country’s Relief and Rescue Organization says.

Ukrainian defense chief admits half of western weapons arrive late

Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov has stated that continuing delays in arms deliveries from Kiev’s western backers are playing a major role in the loss of troops and ground in the war against Russia.

Biden aide says US, Israel, Egypt and Qatar agreed on ‘basic contours’ of captive deal

The United States, Egypt, Qatar and Israel have come to an understanding of "basic contours" of a hostage agreement for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has stated.

Netanyahu says Israel’s total victory in Gaza ‘weeks away’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Tel Aviv will soon achieve “total victory in its war against Hamas" once it begins a major ground offensive planned at the southern end of the Gaza Strip.

Rights group: Israel turns ‘safe’ corridor into trap to kill displaced Gazans

Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor has announced that Israel has turned a supposedly safe corridor through which the people of Gaza can travel south into a trap to kill displaced Palestinians.

31k Ukrainian soldiers killed in war with Russia: Zelensky

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in action in the two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.

Iran foreign minister in Geneva for high-level UN meetings as Gaza crisis continues

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian is in Geneva at the head of a diplomatic delegation to take part in the Human Rights Council’s high-level annual meetings as well as the United Nations Disarmament Conference’s High-Level Segment.

Winter’s divine touch: Religious site in northern Tehran transformed by snowfall

Imamzadeh Saleh, nestled in Tehran's northern district of Shemiran, has transformed into a picturesque winter wonderland as snow blankets its surroundings.

Ukraine Defence Intelligence rejects reports of Iran ballistic missiles transfer to Russia

Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's Defence Intelligence, has dismissed reports claiming that Tehran has supplied Moscow with ballistic missiles for use in the Ukraine war.

Snowfall blankets Iranian cities, including Tehran in winter splendor, sparking joy amidst challenges

In the wake of a prolonged dry spell and a concerning drop in water reservoir levels nationwide, Tehran experienced a transformative event as thick layers of snow draped the city on Sunday.

Beach Soccer World Cup: Iran 6-1 Belarus, comes third

Iran's national beach soccer team showcased their prowess in the UAE World Cup 2024 ranking match against Belarus, securing a decisive 6-1 victory, coming third in the world.

Lake Urmia witnesses significant water surge, but challenges persist

In a positive turn of events, the water input to Lake Urmia, in northwestern Iran, has tripled, with the lake's level reaching 1270.2 meters and its volume surpassing 1.4 billion cubic meters.

US-UK joint strikes on Yemen to intensify regional insecurity and instability: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kanaani strongly condemned the fresh round of air attacks by the US and the UK against Yemen. He stressed that the joint move will only escalate insecurity and instability in the region without any achievement for Washington and London.

Early voting for Russian presidential election kicks off in several regions

Early voting in the presidential election began in several Russian regions. It is for the most part aimed at citizens who live in parts of the country that are difficult to reach. Also, sailors who will be at sea on the main days of the election, can cast their votes starting this Sunday.
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