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Europe roasts as temperatures soar

France, Italy, Portugal and Spain have been sweltering for several days as the mercury climbed to 44 degrees Celsius (111 Fahrenheit) in some places.

13 hours ago
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France, Germany and UK condemn 'threats' against UN nuclear watchdog head

Tehran has accused Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, of "betrayal of his duties" for not condemning the Israeli and US strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, and Iranian lawmakers this week voted to suspend cooperation with the agency. ...

14 hours ago
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Netanyahu 'must go', says former Israeli PM Bennett

In an interview with Israel's Channel 12 that aired on Saturday, former prime minister Bennett said Netanyahu "has been in power for 20 years... that's too much, it's not healthy". ...

1 day ago

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Trump says 'not going to stand' for Netanyahu's continued prosecution

"The United States of America spends Billions of Dollar a year, far more than on any other Nation, protecting and supporting Israel. We are not going to stand for this," Trump posted on his Truth Social platform.

1 day ago
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Qatar urges Israel, Hamas to seize 'window of opportunity' for Gaza truce

US President Donald Trump voiced optimism on Friday about a new ceasefire in Gaza saying an agreement involving Israel and Hamas could come as early as next week.

2 days ago
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Iran says no plan for new US nuclear talks, plays down impact of strikes

Trump said key facilities, including the underground Fordo uranium enrichment site, had been "obliterated" by American B-2 bombers.

3 days ago
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More Indonesians evacuated from Iran, Israel arrives in Jakarta

At least 60 people evacuated by the government from Iran, Israel and other Middle Eastern countries amid the heightened tensions in the region have safely landed in Jakarta in the past few days, with more expected to arrive in Indonesia in the coming days.

4 days ago
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Mossad chief thanks CIA for help in Iran war

In a video distributed to Israeli media on the second day of a fragile ceasefire between the warring countries, Mossad chief David Barnea thanked his agents for their work making Israel "safer, more powerful and better prepared for the future". 

4 days ago
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Trump says US to hold nuclear talks with Iran next week

Speaking in The Hague where he attended a NATO summit on Wednesday, Trump said he did not see Iran again engaging in nuclear weapons development.

4 days ago
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Iran lawmakers back suspending cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog

The decision still requires the approval of the Guardian Council, a body empowered to vet legislation.

5 days ago
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Israelis eager to regain carefree life after ceasefire announcement

The Israeli action killed at least 610 civilians and wounded more than 4,700, according to the Iranian health ministry. Iran's attacks on Israel have killed 28 people, according to official figures and rescuers.

5 days ago
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Israel claims victory as US intel says Iran nuclear sites not destroyed

Iran and Israel agreed a ceasefire on Tuesday ending 12 days of tit-for-tat strikes, after US President Donald Trump joined the conflict with bunker-busting bombs at the weekend that he said destroyed key Iranian nuclear sites.

5 days ago
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Indonesia still on alert despite Iran-Israel ceasefire

Indonesian representatives in high-risk Middle Eastern countries have started circulating alert notices to diaspora communities outlining responses to possible escalations, including calls to start packing emergency rations and important documents.

6 days ago
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Trump tells Israel: 'Do not drop those bombs'

"Israel. Do not drop those bombs. If you do it it is a major violation. Bring your pilots home, now!" Trump wrote on Truth Social shortly after he left the White House for a trip to a NATO summit in The Hague.

6 days ago
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Israel says Iran violates ceasefire announced by Trump, orders new strikes

Iran denied violating the ceasefire. The armed forces general staff denied that there had been any launch of missiles towards Israel in recent hours, Iran's Nour News reported.

6 days ago
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Iran says new wave of missiles fired towards Israel

"Fourth salvo of missiles fired from Iran toward Israel," Iranian state media Irib posted on Telegram.

6 days ago
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No casualties reported in Iran missile attack on US base in Qatar

"I can confirm that Al Udeid Air Base was attacked by short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles originating from Iran today. At this time, there are no reports of US casualties," the official said.

6 days ago
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Putin slams attack on Iran but offers no support to key ally

Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said revealing details of the Putin-Araghchi meeting would have been "irresponsible" and that Russia and Iran were working on "many directions" when asked if Tehran requested military aid from Russia. 

1 week ago
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Trump announces ceasefire between Iran and Israel

Any cessation in hostilities would come as a huge relief to world leaders frantic about an escalation in violence igniting into a wider conflagration.

1 week ago
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Indonesia calls for negotiation after US attack on Iran

Indonesia’s top security minister has urged all sides in the Middle East’s rapidly escalating conflict to “return to the negotiating table” and pursue a permanent resolution, following the United States’ strike on three Iranian nuclear sites on Sunday, while Indonesian diplomats raced to rescue citizens from danger zones.

1 week ago
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Iran's supreme leader asks Putin to do more after US strikes

While Putin has condemned the Israeli strikes, he has yet to comment on the US attacks on Iranian nuclear sites though he last week called for calm and offered Moscow's services as a mediator over the nuclear program.

1 week ago
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Iran foreign minister to meet key ally Putin

Moscow is a crucial backer of Tehran, but has not swung forcefully behind its partner since Israel launched a wave of attacks on June 13, strikes that triggered Iran to respond with missiles and drones.

1 week ago
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US urges China to dissuade Iran from closing Strait of Hormuz

Rubio's comments on Fox News' "Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo" show came after Iran's Press TV reported that the Iranian parliament approved a measure to close the Strait of Hormuz, through which around 20 percent of global oil and gas flows.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa

Trump disavows spy chief Gabbard's take on Iran's nuclear program

Trump contested intelligence assessments relayed earlier this year by his spy chief that Tehran was not building a nuclear weapon. 

1 week ago
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Iran threatens US bases in response to strikes on nuclear sites

US President Donald Trump urged Iran to end the conflict after he launched surprise strikes on a key underground uranium enrichment site at Fordow, along with nuclear facilities in Isfahan and Natanz.

1 week ago
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Aselsan promotes Steel Dome integrated air defense system

Turkish defense company Aselsan offers an integrated air defense system consisting of its weapons, radars and sensors which are deployed in a layered arrangement.

1 week ago
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More than 100 Indonesians evacuated from Iran, Israel

Indonesian authorities evacuated 97 people from Iran and four more from Israel after previously announcing the activation of plans to evacuate Indonesian citizens from both countries amid further escalation between Iran and Israel.

1 week ago
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Netanyahu congratulates Trump, says US 'unsurpassed' after attack on Iran

"Congratulations President Trump. Your bold decision to target Iran's nuclear facilities with the awesome and righteous might of the United States will change history," Netanyahu said in a video address after Trump announced the US bombing of three Iranian facilities.

1 week ago
Middle East and Africa

Trump says US 'obliterated' Iran nuclear sites, threatens more

President Donald Trump said US air strikes on Sunday had "completely and totally obliterated" Iran's main nuclear enrichment facilities, and warned of more attacks to come if Tehran does not seek peace.

1 week ago
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Aselsan strengthens position, opens office in Indonesia

Aselsan looks forward to cooperation in the fields of communication systems, unmanned remote control weapons systems and precision guidance kits for possible local production in Indonesia. 

1 week ago

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