The Iran War Worsens America's Democratic Erosion
Measuring America’s democratic erosion.
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Iran Working on Strait of Hormuz New Rules: FM
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran, as a littoral state of the Strait of Hormuz, is engaged in consultations aimed at drafting regulations related to arrangements governing the strait in accordance with international law, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said.
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China urges Pakistan to step up Iran-US mediation: Chinese media
Beijing [China], May 13 (ANI): China has urged Pakistan to intensify its diplomatic mediation efforts in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States, particularly amid critical discussions surrounding the stability in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the Chinese News Agency, Xinhua.
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Tehran Refutes Baseless Kuwaiti Claims over Four Iranian Citizens
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Foreign Ministry of Iran rejected as “completely baseless and unacceptable” allegations made in statements by the Kuwaiti Foreign and Interior Ministries claiming that Iran had planned hostile actions against the Arab country.
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Video: Turkey’s Fidan says Israel’s policies becoming ‘global security problem’
Video: Turkey’s Fidan says Israel’s policies becoming ‘global security problem’ Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Israel’s actions are no longer confined to the region but are evolving into a “global security problem”, accusing Israel of escalating regional tensions through violence and expansionism. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Israel’s actions are no longer confined to the region but are evolving into a “global security problem”, accusing Israel of escalating regional tensions through violence and expansionism pic. twitter.
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"Consensus is problematic": Chinese Studies Expert Srikanth Kondapalli on Iran conflict's impact on BRICS FM Meeting
New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): Chinese Studies Expert at Jawaharlal Nehru University, Professor Srikanth Kondapalli, said that the ongoing Iran conflict is significantly affecting deliberations at the upcoming BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, particularly efforts to build consensus ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit expected to be conducted in September.
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Iran Names Internet Chief As Shutdown Reaches 75 Days
New posts 17:01 Who Holds Power In Iran? Power has become increasingly decentralized in Iran following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the selection of his son as the new supreme leader. So, who holds power in the Islamic republic now?
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JD Vance: Progress Made In Talks With Iran
New posts 22:12 JD Vance: Progress Made In Talks With Iran US Vice President JD Vance US Vice President JD Vance announced that Washington believes "progress" has been made in negotiations with Iran, but it is not yet clear whether this progress has met Donald Trump's red line.
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US and China begin trade talks in South Korea ahead of Trump visit
US and China begin trade talks in South Korea ahead of Trump visit Delegations from China and the United States began economic and trade consultations in South Korea on Wednesday ahead of President Donald Trump’s arrival in Beijing later in the day, according to Xinhua News Agency. Xinhua said the talks were taking place at Incheon International Airport near Seoul before scheduled meetings between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday and Friday. The discussions come amid ongoing tensions over trade, global energy markets and the conflict involving Iran.
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China urges Pakistan to intensify Iran-US mediation efforts
China urges Pakistan to intensify Iran-US mediation efforts Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi urged Pakistan to intensify mediation efforts between the United States and Iran to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to Xinhua News Agency. During a phone call, Pakistani foreign minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar briefed Wang on Islamabad’s recent mediation efforts and thanked China for its support. Xinhua reported that Wang praised Pakistan’s role in facilitating talks and helping extend the temporary ceasefire, expressing hope that Islamabad would continue efforts to restore regional peace and stability.
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Trump's failed economic policies shrinking families' paychecks, says US Senator Elizabeth Warren on April CPI
New Delhi [India], May 13 (ANI): The United States' recent economic data for April highlighted a persistent climb in the cost of essentials. Senator Elizabeth Warren, the Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, criticised US President Donald Trump for the current economic environment and the direct impact of federal decision-making on consumer costs.
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US Senator Lindsey Graham, Trump's close political ally, says "I don't trust Pakistan"
Washington, DC [US], May 13 (ANI): Casting a long shadow over the ongoing diplomatic overtures in the Middle East, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has bluntly declared that he does not 'trust' Pakistan, suggesting the United States should pivot to an alternative mediator for a truce with Iran.
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UN resolution on Hormuz gains backing from 112 countries
UN resolution on Hormuz gains backing from 112 countries A draft resolution focused on protecting navigation through the Strait of Hormuz has gained the support of 112 member states at the United Nations, according to diplomatic sources, representing nearly two-thirds of the organisation’s 193 countries. Supporters reportedly include India, Japan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Senegal, Argentina, most European countries and Gulf states. The proposed resolution calls for freedom of navigation through the strategic waterway and seeks to safeguard international shipping, commercial trade and global energy supplies while ensuring the safety of seafarers.
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China reveals four red lines ahead of Trump visit
Beijing said the US must not meddle in issues related to Taiwan and human rights, and must respect Chinas development right US President Donald Trump is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, whom he described on Tuesday as "a friend" and "somebody that we get along with. " Trump added that he plans to discuss the war involving Iran, a country the US and Israel have accused China of supporting.
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'Virtual TREASON': Trump takes dig at media over Iran war coverage
Washington DC [US], May 13 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) sharply attacked the media for what he called news that reflected Iran as doing well. He reiterated the claims of the Iranian military being completely demolished, the country bereft of leaders and called it an 'economic disaster'.
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Qatar and Saudi Arabia discuss Iran-US ceasefire efforts
Qatar and Saudi Arabia discuss Iran-US ceasefire efforts Qatar’s Prime Minister and foreign minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Saudi foreign minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud discussed bilateral relations and regional developments during a phone call, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. The ministry said the talks focused on developments related to the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, as well as efforts to reduce tensions and strengthen regional stability. During the conversation, Al Thani stressed the importance of all parties responding positively to ongoing mediation efforts and called for addressing the root causes of the crisis through peaceful dialogue to secure a sustainable agreement and prevent a renewed escalation.
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Intelligence reports contradict Trumps claims about Iran NYT
Iran has reportedly retained access to most of its missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz Iran has retained most of its missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a classified intelligence assessment from earlier this month.
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Intelligence reports contradict Trump's claims about Iran - NYT
Iran has reportedly retained access to most of its missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz Iran has retained most of its missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz, The New York Times reported on Tuesday, citing a classified intelligence assessment from earlier this month.
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Trump, Al Nahyan discuss bilateral ties, developments in West Asia
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI): UAE's President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from US President Donald Trump, during which the two sides discussed strategic cooperation and ways to strengthen UAE-US relations in support of mutual interests, as reported by the Emirates News Agency (WAM). According to WAM, the leaders also exchanged views on the latest developments in the Middle East.
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US President Donald Trump departs for China; Trade key agenda, likely to discuss Iran with Xi Jinping
Maryland [US], May 13 (ANI): US President Donald Trump departed for his high-stakes three-day visit to China on Tuesday (local time). The much-anticipated meeting between Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to feature discussions on several aspects of bilateral ties, with Trump indicating that trade would be a key topic on the agenda.
