World
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Iran’s Regional Strikes Escalate Amid Calls for De-escalation
Iran launched widespread retaliatory missile and drone strikes across Israel and Gulf states, triggering regional spillover. This comes as Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered conditional de-escalation.
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Russia and Iran Presidents Discuss Middle East Peace Efforts
Russian and Iranian leaders held a phone call to coordinate peace initiatives and discuss halting military actions in the Middle East.
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Iran Withdraws from Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics
Iran has officially withdrawn from the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics citing safety and security concerns for its athletes and delegation.
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Iran: Closure of Universities Due to War In Iran
A report details the nationwide shutdown of Iranian universities due to war, describing the suspension of in-person and online classes.
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Dart Services Resume in Dublin After Overhead Line Power Issue
Dart rail services in Dublin resumed after an overhead power line failure, restoring commuter routes while highlighting infrastructure vulnerabilities and service continuity risks.
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Katherine Hospital Evacuates as Major Flooding Hits Northern Territory
Meteorology (BoM) issuing a heavy rainfall warning for 6-hourly falls of 90 to 140mm. This deluge is attributed to a tropical low located east of Katherine, which.
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Qatar Airways Resumes Flights After Gulf Airspace Closure
Qatar Airways resumed flights after Gulf airspace disruptions, signaling easing operational pressure and raising fresh questions about route stability and regional travel reliability.
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Oklahoma Tornado Kills Mother and Daughter in Major County
A mother and her teenage daughter were found dead in their car in Major County, Oklahoma, after a suspected tornado strike Thursday night. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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Sam Asghari’s Iran Stance Shifts Amid Family Concerns
Actor Sam Asghari expressed deep concern for family in Iran after US-Israel strikes, marking a shift from his earlier support and highlighting the conflict’s personal toll.
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EU Suspends Visa-Free Access for Georgian Officials Amid Tensions
The EU has suspended visa-free access for selected Georgian officials, deepening pressure on Tbilisi over governance standards and foreign-policy alignment.
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Armenia and Turkey Foreign Ministers Discuss Middle East Security
There Was a Telephone Discussion Between: Armenia and Turkey Foreign Ministers Discuss Middle East Security. Read the full story and key context on Azat TV.
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China Negotiates with Iran on Safe Passage Through the Hormuz Strait
Neutral report detailing ongoing negotiations between China and Iran regarding safe navigation through the Hormuz Strait amid regional tension, with emphasis on dialogue, cooperation, and security measures.
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France’s Response to the Middle Eastern Crisis
France deploys forces to the Middle East while saying it will not participate in Iran-related hostilities, signaling a cautious and limited approach.
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The Embassy of Armenia in India Operates Under Emergency Mode
The Armenian embassy in India reports operating under emergency mode, detailing coordination with the Indian AM and AFM to obtain travel permissions.
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Japanese Nationals Detained in Iran Amid Unconfirmed Reports
Ճապոնիայի քաղաքացիների ձերբակալություններ Իրանում: Japanese Nationals Detained in Iran Amid Unconfirmed Reports. Read the full story and key context on Azat TV.