Senior Iranian, Pakistani Officials Discuss Regional Developments
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir talked about the latest regional developments.
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Shaibani's arrival in Pakistan marks first Syrian diplomatic visit in nearly two decades
Shaibani's arrival in Pakistan marks first Syrian diplomatic visit in nearly two decades Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani arrived in Pakistan on Wednesday, marking the first visit by a senior Syrian diplomat to the country in 19 years. According to the Syrian Arab News Agency, Shaibani was accompanied by a high-level delegation in Islamabad.
Traffic through Hormuz Strait shows no rise, data suggests
Traffic through Hormuz Strait shows no rise, data suggests Shipping traffic at the Strait of Hormuz did not rise, with a total of nine vessels transiting the strategic waterway on Wednesday - unchanged from the previous day, Kpler data showed.
Hind Rajab's grandmother rejects Israeli army probe into killing, calls for independent international investigation: Report
Hind Rajab's grandmother rejects Israeli army probe into killing, calls for independent international investigation: Report The grandmother of five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab has rejected an Israeli military probe into her killing, Anadolu Agency reported. Following an announcement by the military admitting to Rajab's killing, Hind’s grandmother told Anadolu that the family has no confidence in Israeli investigations or the Israeli judiciary. The grandmother has instead demanded that an independent international investigation be conducted into the killing of Hind, six of her relatives and two Palestine Red Crescent medics who tried to rescue her.
UK condemns Israel's E1 settlement expansion in occupied West Bank
UK condemns Israel's E1 settlement expansion in occupied West Bank Britain's foreign secretary, Ed Miliband, has criticised Israel's move this week to launch a construction tender for the E1 settlement project in the occupied West Bank as an "unacceptable and destructive act". Miliband indicated that he made it clear to the Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa'ar that the "Israeli Government must halt E1 plans immediately, retract the tender and stop all settlement expansion". "The impact of settler violence and terrorism has been catastrophic for Palestinian communities.
Trump Threatens Economic Pain for Countries That Help Iran
The president did not specify what actions he would take, and he has on other occasions abandoned threats to dramatically escalate the war with Iran.
Israel's Bennett calls for Qatar, Turkey's exclusion from future role in Gaza
Israel's Bennett calls for Qatar, Turkey's exclusion from future role in Gaza Speaking at a conference held by the B’Yachad party, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett called for Qatar and Türkiye to be excluded from any future role in managing Gaza, arguing that Egypt should be involved instead. “If you bring Qatar and Türkiye in to manage the situation, they will strengthen Hamas,” Bennett said, adding: “If you bring Egypt, together with Israel, in to manage the situation, we will eliminate Hamas. ” Speaking at a conference held by the B’Yachad party, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett called for Qatar and Türkiye to be excluded from any future role in managing Gaza, arguing that Egypt should be involved instead.
Trump threatens Iran with 'economic D-Day'
The US president warned all countries against providing "any type of lifeline" to Tehran as peace talks remain stalled US President Donald Trump has vowed to target any country helping Iran's economy, shifting from his previous focus on military threats.
Trump threatens Iran with economic D-Day
The US president warned all countries against providing any type of lifeline to Tehran as peace talks remain stalled US President Donald Trump has vowed to target any country helping Iran's economy, marking a shift away from a purely military focus. Trump made the remarks after a 60-day window to negotiate a peace deal with Tehran expired on Monday without breakthroughs.
Trump says US launching 'economic warfare' against Iran, warns countries not to back Tehran
Trump says US launching 'economic warfare' against Iran, warns countries not to back Tehran US President Donald Trump announced that the US is launching the "MOST CRUSHING ECONOMIC OPERATION EVER TAKEN AGAINST ANY COUNTRY". "This will be Economic Warfare and Isolation on an unprecedented scale. Their navy is gone, their air force is destroyed, their military factories are now rubble, their currency is worthless, and their country is hanging by a thread," he said in a post on his platform Truth Social.
Trump announces "most crushing economic operation ever" against Iran, warns countries aiding it of "tremendous consequences"
Washington, DC [US], August 20 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) announced what he described as the 'most crushing economic operation ever taken' against Iran, warning that any country providing financial or other support to Tehran would face 'tremendous economic consequences'. 'No one has given the Islamic Republic of Iran a greater opportunity to make a Deal than me.
Blast heard in Syria's Daraa
Blast heard in Syria's Daraa An explosion was heard in Daraa's countryside, located in south west Syria, according to state television.
Trump says US has "draconian sanctions" ready for Iran; claims Hormuz naval blockade "100% successful"
Washington, DC [US], August 20 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said Washington has 'very draconian sanctions' available against Iran and indicated that further measures could be announced, while asserting that the Strait of Hormuz remained open and the naval blockade had been 'extremely effective'.
Italy: Disastrous offshore agreement with Albania must serve as a ‘wake-up call’ to end EU’s cruel migration plans
The offshore detention of migrants and asylum seekers under the Italy-Albania Agreement is jeopardizing people’s safety, liberty and human rights, Amnesty International said in a briefing published as events in Ceuta continue to expose the dangers of long-standing European Union (EU) migration policies that centre on exclusion and containment. Italy: Extraterritorial migration detention and human […] The post Italy: Disastrous offshore agreement with Albania must serve as a ‘wake-up call’ to end EU’s cruel migration plans appeared first on Amnesty International .
Trump says Kim Jong Un "didn't like" Biden, Obama but "likes me"; highlights ties making US, allies safer
Washington, DC [US], August 20 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said he shares a 'good relationship' with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, asserting that their engagement has helped make the United States and its allies safer. 'I do have a good relationship with Kim Jong Un, as you know, you've seen.
Jury refuses to convict seven Palestine Action defendants over Elbit raid
Jury refuses to convict seven Palestine Action defendants over Elbit raid Jurors at a London court were discharged after being unable to reach verdicts for seven Palestine Action defendants accused of coordinating a raid on an Israeli-owned arms factory. One person who could not be named for legal reasons was convicted by a majority of 9-1 of criminal damage in relation to the incident. The defendants- Hannah Davidson, 53, Ian Sanders, 47, Aleksandra Herbich, 41, Teuta Hoxha, 30, William Plastow, 35, Julija Brigadirova, 33, Sean Middlebrough, 33, and Madeleine Norman, 31- were accused of criminal damage and violent disorder in connection with a break-in to an Elbit Systems factory in Filton, near Bristol in August 2024.
What to Know About Iran’s Economic Ties With Gulf Countries
The United Arab Emirates, Iran’s most important regional trading partner, announced a total embargo on transactions with Tehran on Tuesday.
Australia summons Israeli ambassador over Gaza aid worker killing
Australia summons Israeli ambassador over Gaza aid worker killing Australia on Thursday summoned Israel's ambassador over the Israeli military's decision not to pursue criminal proceedings in connection with the killing of an Australian aid worker in a 2024 air strike in Gaza. The Israeli military said on Wednesday it had found no basis to open criminal investigations into the killings of seven aid workers with the World Central Kitchen charity, including Australian Zomi Frankcom. "This decision falls far short of the accountability we expect," Foreign Minister Penny Wong said in a statement, adding that Australia was "outraged" by the Israeli government's decision.
Bahrain says Israeli attack on Syrian air base violates international law
Bahrain says Israeli attack on Syrian air base violates international law Bahrain has condemned Tuesday’s Israeli air strikes on Syria’s Abu al-Duhur airbase as “a flagrant violation of Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity," saying that it is "a clear violation of the rules of international law and the Charter of the United Nations, and a threat to the security and stability of the region”. A statement by the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed “Bahrain’s firm position in support of the sovereignty, independence … and territorial integrity of the Syrian Arab Republic”.
US elections: Progressive Democrat scores shock win in Florida
US elections: Progressive Democrat scores shock win in Florida Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 08/19/2026 - 21:22 Voters delivered a mixed bag for US President Donald Trump's allies in Republican primaries Democratic US Senate candidate, Florida state Representative Angie Nixon, participates in a worship service during a visit to the Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, on 17 August 2026, in Hallandale Beach, Florida (Joe Raedle/ Getty Images North America via AFP) Off Voters headed to the polls in three US states on Tuesday for a series of Democratic and Republican primaries. The verdict in Alaska, Florida, and Wyoming testified to a Democratic Party split along establishment lines and progressives critical of US support for Israel and the war on Iran. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (Aipac) played a key role in several races.
