Zelenskyy, Erdoğan Discuss Black Sea Corridor Restoration in Ankara
ANKARA, Sept. 23 — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held high-level talks on Tuesday focused on restoring the maritime export corridor in the Black Se...
Iran's Security Chief Warns of Potential U.S. Propaganda Stunt, Vows Readiness to Fight Back
TEHRAN — Iran's top security official warned Tuesday that former President Donald Trump could stage a propaganda stunt in the coming months, while asserting that the Islamic Republic remains fully pre...
Türkiye to Return Bashiqa Base to Iraq in Landmark Security Deal
ANKARA (AP) — Türkiye has agreed to gradually transfer control of its military base in the Bashiqa-Zilkan region back to Iraqi authorities, marking a significant shift in bilateral security relations....
Iranian President Presents Swiss Counterpart with Book Detailing Alleged US-Israeli Aggression
ZURICH — Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi presented a copy of the book "In the Name of Help" to Swiss President Guy Parmelin on Tuesday, September 23, in a diplomatic gesture aimed at highlighting alle...
IRGC Navy Targets UAE Bulk Carrier in Strait of Hormuz Missile Attack
DUBAI — An anti-ship missile fired by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy struck the CAPE DAO, a United Arab Emirates-owned bulk carrier, in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday evening. The attack ...
Iran and South Korea Foreign Ministers Meet on Margins of UNGA in New York
NEW YORK — Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi held a bilateral meeting with his South Korean counterpart, Cho Hyun, on Tuesday during the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. T...
IRGC General Hossein Zarifi Killed While Leading Troops Against Balochi Militants in Saravan
Tehran, Iran — The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Tuesday the death of General Hossein Zarifi, commander of the Saravan Operational Headquarters, following a combat engagement w...
Iran President Warns at UNGA Against Strait of Hormuz Access Disparity
NEW YORK — Iran's president delivered a stark warning to the international community on Wednesday, declaring that Tehran will not accept a scenario where the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains open to...
U.S. Army Officer Dies en Route to Saudi Arabia Amid Escalating Iran Conflict
RIYADH — A U.S. Army officer died of medical complications while traveling to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, marking the latest American casualty in a rapidly intensifying conflict with Iran. The death occu...
President Pezeshkian Urges National Strength Amid Global Threats
TEHRAN — President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized on Tuesday the critical necessity for nations to cultivate robust national strength as a primary defense against escalating global threats. Speaking dur...
Israeli Forces Launch Artillery Strikes on Southern Lebanon Town of Mansouri
BEIRUT — Israeli forces launched a series of artillery strikes early Wednesday morning on the town of Mansouri in southern Lebanon, marking a fresh escalation in cross-border tensions. The attack occu...
Japan Reaffirms Commitment to Ukraine in High-Level Talks
KYIV — Japanese officials met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday to reaffirm Tokyo's unwavering support for Kyiv as the conflict with Russia continues into its fourth year. The hi...
Japanese Nationalist Leader Meets German AfD Co-Leader in Berlin
BERLIN — Sohei Kamiya, leader of Japan's nationalist Sanseito party, met Tuesday with Tino Chrupalla, co-leader of Germany's right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD), marking a high-level diplomatic e...
Iran Accuses Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney of Appeasing U.S. Aggression
TEHRAN — Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman on Wednesday accused Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney of prioritizing alignment with Washington over condemning American aggression against Tehran, escala...
Meta Unveils Muse Charm AI Companion Device
SAN FRANCISCO — Meta unveiled the Muse Charm on Wednesday, a pocket-sized artificial intelligence companion device featuring an integrated screen, voice control capabilities, and a fingerprint sensor....
Erdogan Calls for UN Security Council Reform Amid Gaza Criticism at General Assembly
NEW YORK — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a sharp critique of the United Nations on Wednesday, demanding immediate reforms to the Security Council and condemning the organization's i...
Iran Marks Anniversary of Minab School Attack as New Academic Year Begins
TEHRAN, Sept. 23 (AP) — Iran marked the start of its new academic year on Tuesday with solemn commemorations honoring schoolchildren killed in a U.S. airstrike on the Minab School, an event that has b...
Argentine President Milei Honored With 'Lover of Israel' Award in New York
NEW YORK — Argentine President Javier Milei was presented with the "Lover of Israel" award on Tuesday during a ceremony held in New York, marking a significant diplomatic gesture between the two natio...
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Arrives in New York for UN General Assembly High-Level Week
NEW YORK — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in New York on Wednesday to participate in the high-level week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. His presence marks ...
Canada Announces C$100 Million Aid Package for Palestine
OTTAWA — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Tuesday a new C$100 million international assistance package for Palestine, marking a significant expansion of Canada's financial commitment t...
Trump Approves License for Patriot Missile Production in Ukraine
KIEV — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to grant a license for the production of Patriot missile defense systems within Ukraine, marking a significant shift toward localizing advanced air...
Ukrainian Drone Strike Eliminates Russian Mobile Fire Group Gunner in Early Morning Attack
KIEV — A Ukrainian Defense Forces drone operator executed a precision strike early Tuesday, eliminating a gunner from a Russian mobile fire group. The engagement occurred at approximately 4:57 a.m. UT...
U.S. Denies Sudanese Leader Visa Ahead of UN General Assembly Appearance
NEW YORK — The United States has withheld an entry visa for Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the de facto leader of Sudan, blocking his scheduled appearance at the United Nations General Assembly next week. Wa...
Macron Urges UN to Address West Bank Violations, Affirms Palestinian Rights
NEW YORK — French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, delivering a stark warning regarding ongoing human rights violations in the occupied West Bank and...
Rubio Reaffirms U.S. Military Commitment to Saudi Arabia Amid Escalating Yemen Conflict
RIYADH — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington's unwavering military commitment to Saudi Arabia on Monday, as Houthi forces intensified missile and drone attacks across the Red Sea...
UN Chief Warns West Bank Actions Raise Spectre of Ethnic Cleansing
UNITED NATIONS — United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued a stark warning on Tuesday, stating that escalating violence, forced displacement, and the expansion of Israeli settlements in...
Two Palestinians Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Gaza City Coffee Shop
GAZA CITY — An Israeli airstrike targeting a coffee shop in the al-Tuffah neighborhood east of Gaza City killed two Palestinians late Monday afternoon. The attack occurred at approximately 3:20 p.m. l...
Mexican Cartel Operatives Deployed to Ukraine for Drone Warfare Training
MEXICO CITY — Mexican criminal organizations have dispatched operatives to the war zone in Ukraine to acquire advanced drone technology and combat tactics, a move that signals a new phase in the evolu...
Trump Announces Oil Deal Aimed at Stabilizing Venezuela and Global Energy Markets
MIAMI — Former President Donald Trump stated on Monday that he is actively working to forge a better future for Venezuela, highlighting a new oil agreement designed to lower global energy prices. Spea...
President Welcomes Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi at UN General Assembly in New York
NEW YORK (AP) — The President of the United States greeted Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday evening at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, marking a high-profile diploma...