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Fires continue in Iraqi section of Hoor al-Azim wetland, Iranian side controlled

Wildfires in the Iraqi section of the Hoor al-Azim wetland are still burning, while Iranian authorities report the blaze on their side has been contained, according to local environmental officials.

Israel preparing to forcibly displace civilians to southern Gaza

Israel has announced preparations to forcibly evacuate Palestinians from “combat zones” to southern Gaza. It comes days after Tel Aviv announced a new offensive to seize control of Gaza City, the enclave’s largest urban centre.

Iran wins Greco-Roman wrestling title at Serbia tournament with 8 medals

Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestling team claimed the championship at the international tournament in Serbia, securing three gold, one silver, and four bronze medals against strong competitors from several leading wrestling nations.

Iran says foreign intervention in the Caucasus its red line

The spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry stressed that the Islamic Republic does not in any way regard foreign intervention or the presence of extra-regional forces in the Caucasus as beneficial, and believes that such a presence only creates geopolitical complications.

Iran’s Ettelaat daily criticizes internet filtering, warns of greater risks

Tehran’s Ettelaat newspaper has strongly criticized the government’s ongoing internet filtering policies, warning that restrictions are creating greater dangers for Iranian society.

Trump told Europeans that Putin wants all of Donbas in exchange for end of Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin has spelled out his demands for “land swaps” with Ukraine during his nearly three-hour summit with US President Donald Trump in Alaska, including his insistence Ukraine gives up the Donbas region, according to European officials familiar with the matter.

Meeting with Trump ‘brings us closer’ to Ukraine resolution: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed cautious optimism that the Alaska summit brings “us closer” to resolving the Ukraine war. The Russian leader also noted that Moscow and Washington are on the same page regarding the need to end the hostilities as soon as possible.

European leaders invited to White House for Trump-Zelensky meeting

Multiple European leaders have been invited to US President Donald Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office on Monday, a White House official has told CNN.

Iran’s FM expresses confidence in bright future for Iran-Armenia ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has predicted a “bright future” for relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Armenia. Araghchi said no one can derail this path.

Russia’s refusal to declare ceasefire casts doubt on peace process: Ukraine

Russia's continued refusal to accept a ceasefire "complicates" efforts to achieve a sustainable peace agreement, President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated, a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump met to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

Iran’s armed forces warn the US and Israel against schemes and hostility

The General Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces has issued a stern warning to the US and the Zionist regime against any aggression against the Islamic Republic.

Envoy: Tehran-Riyadh committed to end regional polarization

Iran's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Alireza Enayati has said that security talks between Tehran and Riyadh are ongoing, noting that the two nations are mutually determined to end regional polarization.

European leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine after Trump-Putin meeting

Several European leaders on Saturday jointly pledged to continue support for Kyiv and maintain pressure on Russia until the war in Ukraine ends, after a summit in Alaska between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Notorious terrorist group claims deadly attack in southeast Iran  

Anti-Iran terrorist group calling itself Jaish al-Adl has claimed responsibility for the Friday night’s attack on a security patrol vehicle in the southeastern Iranian city of Iranshahr, which resulted in the martyrdom of one officer and injury of another individual.

Dozes of Arab, Islamic countries condemn Netanyahu’s ‘Greater Israel’ vision, expansionist policies

The foreign ministers of 31 Arab and Islamic states, along with the secretaries-general of the Arab League, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (PGCC), have strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent statements on the so-called “Greater Israel,” warning that they threaten Arab national security and regional stability.

Iranian president to visit Belarus and Armenia

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will embark on a two-day trip to Armenia and Belarus starting Monday, August 18. That’s according to Pezeshkian’s political adviser.

Iran to miss 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup in US

Iran’s men’s national team will not participate in the 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup in Fort Wayne, the United States.

US pushes peace over ceasefire after Alaska summit

The Ukraine war should be ended through a permanent agreement rather than a mere ceasefire, US President Donald Trump has stated, following his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.

UN confirms 1,760 killed in Gaza while seeking aid

The United Nations human rights office has announced that at least 1,760 Palestinians have been killed while seeking aid in the Gaza Strip since late May, a jump of several hundred since its last published figure at the beginning of August.

Zelensky says to meet Trump in Washington in coming days

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that he will head to Washington on Monday to discuss "ending the killing and the war" with US President Donald Trump.

Iranian govt. spokesperson hails Armenia-Azerbaijan deal as “significant step in dialogue”

Iran’s government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani has said the recent agreement between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia shows after years of conflict and mistrust, both sides chose negotiation and understanding over confrontation.

3 Iranians ranked among Asia’s greatest footballers

Mad Football has released its all-time ranking of Asia’s best footballers, with three Iranian legends being on the list.

Sudden, heavy rain in Pakistan, Kashmir and Nepal kills over 300 people

Sudden floods triggered by heavy rains have killed more than 300 people across parts of Pakistan, India-administered Kashmir and Nepal, authorities have confirmed, as scores of people remain missing.

China says opposes invocation of UN Security Council ‘snapback’ sanctions against Iran

China reaffirmed its commitment to the peaceful resolution of Iran's nuclear issue and reiterated its opposition to invoking the United Nations Security Council's "snapback" mechanism.

Israeli settlement plan breaks international law: UN rights office

The U.N. human rights office has announced that an Israeli plan to build thousands of new homes between an Israeli settlement in the West Bank and near East Jerusalem was illegal under international law, and would put nearby Palestinians at risk of forced eviction, which it described as a war crime.