Oman presented regional mechanism for Hormuz to Iran
Oman has presented a proposal to Iran for a joint regional mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees, a Gulf source told Reuters on Tuesday. – Under…
Russia, Indonesia explore opportunities for cooperation on rare-earth metals
Russian companies are showcasing their expertise in the field of rare earth metals to Indonesia, and the two sides are exploring opportunities for cooperation, Ambassador to Jakarta Sergey Tolchenov told…
Trump optimistic about possibility of peace deal on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump is optimistic about the possibility of a peaceful settlement to the Ukrainian conflict, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing a source in the White House. –…
Iran, Oman to decide on fee for passage through Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman will decide what toll they will charge Western ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, Ambassador to Moscow Kazem Jalali told TASS. – “Iran and Oman are…
The Pentagon’s Europe Posture Review Marks the Rise of NATO 3.0
The Pentagon’s formal launch of the Europe Posture Review marks one of the most significant shifts in transatlantic security since the end of the Cold War. When Under Secretary of…
Israeli violations in Lebanon may amount to ‘war crimes’: UN rights chief
The UN human rights chief said that his office has documented large-scale violations of international humanitarian law in Lebanon, some of which may amount to “war crimes.” – “My office…
Iraqi official says ‘cells belonging to Ukraine’ carried out bombings in Iraq
Iraq’s national security adviser, Qasim al-Aboudi, has told Dijlah TV that new information points to “Ukrainian interference in Iraq”, with “cells belonging to Ukraine” carrying out bombings against Iraqi government…
US official says next round of Israel-Lebanon talks to be held on August 4
A US State Department official has told AFP that the next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4. – “In Rome, technical…
Baghdad orders probe into drone attacks on Saudi Arabia launched from Iraqi territory
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on Monday ordered an investigation into the drone attack on Saudi Arabia launched from Iraqi territory, vowing legal action against anyone found responsible. – In…
UN mission says Venezuela’s ICC withdrawal undermines accountability
A United Nations fact-finding body on Venezuela said on Monday it was “gravely concerned” over the country’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court and urged it to rejoin. – Venezuela’s…