Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has responded to the U.S. Department of Justice’s statement alleging Iran’s involvement in a plot to assassinate U.S. former President Donald Trump. Baghaei called the accusations “baseless and false.”
He noted that such accusations against Iran are recurring but unfounded, labeling them as a “malicious conspiracy” intended to worsen relations between the U.S. and Iran.
South Africa’s Madlanga Commission intensifies its probe into criminal infiltration, with Police Minister Senzo Mchunu denying allegations of witness coercion and KZN Hawks head Lesetja Senona facing tough questions about his ties to an alleged crime boss.
Reliance Jio has launched an extensive AI Classroom program across Odisha, aiming to make thousands of students and teachers AI-ready, while simultaneously preparing to host the global LIBF Expo 2026 at its Mumbai convention center.
Irish Rail services face widespread disruptions across its network, stemming from the recent severe weather of Storm Chandra and extensive planned infrastructure works over the St Brigid’s bank holiday weekend, impacting DART, Intercity, and commuter routes.
The UEFA Youth League enters its decisive knockout phase on February 3 and 4, 2026, with 32 teams vying for a spot in the next round. Real Madrid will face Marseille, while Club Brugge takes on Monaco in crucial one-off ties.
Singapore’s Nanyang Optical, a 65-year-old eyecare chain, has announced voluntary liquidation, leaving customers with unfulfilled orders, including a S$1,800 contact lens supply, in limbo. Four of its six stores will close, while two franchised outlets remain operational.
