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February 2019
North Korea Says It Seeks the Lifting of Five UN Security Council Resolutions
North Korea's foreign minister announced a proposal to lift five UN Security Council resolutions in exchange for nuclear disarmament, following a failed summit with Donald…
Trump and Kim's Negotiations End Without Agreement: 'We Made Progress, But It's Not Enough'
The U.S. and North Korea ended their latest round of negotiations without a formal agreement, despite claims of progress. Both leaders expressed differing views on…
Kim Jong-un: If I Were Not Seeking Denuclearization, I Would Not Be Here
U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un are engaged in negotiations in Hanoi aimed at denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula. Both leaders expressed…
Leaders of the U.S. and North Korea Meet in Vietnam
Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un met for the second time in Hanoi to discuss denuclearization. Both leaders expressed optimism about the negotiations, with Trump…
Continuation of Algerian Student Protests Against Bouteflika's Re-election Bid
Algerian students are protesting for the fifth consecutive day against President Bouteflika's decision to run for re-election. The protests reflect widespread dissatisfaction with his long…
Withdrawal of Foreign Troops: Main Focus of Taliban-US Talks in Qatar
The main focus of the ongoing US-Taliban negotiations in Qatar is the withdrawal of foreign troops and ensuring that terrorist groups do not establish themselves…
North Korean Leader Arrives in Hanoi for Second Meeting with Trump
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has arrived in Hanoi for a second meeting with US President Donald Trump, following a previous summit in Singapore. The…
Hassan Rouhani Defends Minister of Communications: The Young Minister Does Not Recognize the Court
Hassan Rouhani defended Minister of Communications Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi against judicial complaints, asserting that he is not intimidated and continues his work. This situation…
Statements from US Officials Ahead of the Second Round of Trump-Kim Negotiations
US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un are set to meet for the second time in Vietnam on February 27-28, with expectations…
Airbus to Fill the Gap Left by the A380 with a New Generation of A350
Airbus plans to develop a new A350 model to replace the discontinued A380, aiming to compete with Boeing's 777X. Meanwhile, CityJet has withdrawn from using…
The Phoenix Project; Reza Pahlavi's Plan for 'Rebuilding Iran' Launched
Prince Reza Pahlavi has launched the Phoenix project aimed at utilizing Iranian experts to rebuild the country post-Islamic Republic. This initiative seeks to empower civil…
Pompeo Expresses Hope for Results from Second Meeting of US and North Korean Leaders in Vietnam
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo expressed optimism about the upcoming summit between President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Vietnam, hoping…
Trump Says American-Born Woman Who Joined ISIS Has No Right to Return
Donald Trump has stated that Hoda Muthana, an American-born woman who joined ISIS, will not be allowed to return to the U.S., claiming she is…
Macron: Anti-Semitism Has Reached Its Highest Level Since World War II
French President Emmanuel Macron has highlighted a significant rise in anti-Semitism in France and across Europe, marking the worst levels since World War II. This…
U.S. Concern Over Hezbollah's Increasing Role in Lebanon
The U.S. ambassador to Lebanon has raised concerns about Hezbollah's increasing influence in the Lebanese government, where it controls several key ministries. This situation is…
Pakistan Warns India: We Will Respond to Possible Attack
Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan warned India of retaliation if it attacks in response to a recent suicide bombing in Kashmir that killed 40…
Iranian Users' Tweets; Ghafoori and Karimi Respond to Khamenei's Jibes
Following Khamenei's criticism of athletes, Voria Ghafoori was summoned for opposing Zarif's comments on Palestine. This incident has sparked significant public support for Ghafoori and…
Concerns in Afghanistan Over Women's Absence in Talks with Taliban
Concerns have been raised regarding the absence of women in U.S.-Taliban peace negotiations in Afghanistan, as highlighted by Habiba Sarabi of the High Peace Council.…
Trump Warns Venezuelan Military About Continued Support for Maduro
Donald Trump warned the Venezuelan military that their continued support for Nicolas Maduro jeopardizes their future, urging them to support opposition leader Juan Guaido instead.…
Trump Accuses Former Justice and FBI Officials of Attempting a Coup
Donald Trump has accused former Justice and FBI officials of attempting a coup against him, following claims made by Andrew McCabe that Rod Rosenstein sought…
Seven Labour Party MPs Resign Over Brexit and 'Anti-Semitism'
Seven MPs from the UK Labour Party resigned due to dissatisfaction with the party's stance on Brexit and allegations of anti-Semitism. This split highlights internal…
American Officials: More Aid to be Sent to the Venezuela Border
U.S. officials announced that humanitarian aid will continue to be sent to Venezuela in response to Juan Guaido's requests. The Venezuelan army has blocked the…
Cancellation of Polish Prime Minister's Visit to Israel Amid Rising Tensions Over the Holocaust
Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki canceled his trip to Israel due to ongoing tensions stemming from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comments about Polish complicity…
Commander of Syrian Democratic Forces: ISIS on the Verge of Complete Defeat
The Syrian Democratic Forces are close to defeating ISIS in Syria, with their commander announcing the imminent capture of the last stronghold. This development follows…
Rising Meat Prices Force 'One-Quarter' of Tehran Restaurants to Close
Due to soaring meat prices, one-quarter of Tehran's restaurants have closed, with 180 out of 700 registered establishments withdrawing their licenses. This situation highlights the…
Trump Says He Will Declare a National Emergency to Fund the Border Wall
Donald Trump announced plans to declare a national emergency to fund the border wall with Mexico after Congress rejected his budget request. This decision comes…
European Parliament Calls on Saudi Arabia to End Guardianship of Women
The European Parliament has called on Saudi Arabia to abolish laws that require women to obtain permission from male guardians for various life decisions, labeling…
Production of the World's Largest Passenger Aircraft to Be Halted
Airbus will stop production of the A380, the largest passenger aircraft, with the last delivery expected in 2021. Emirates Airlines, the largest buyer, is reducing…
Theresa May's Optimism for a Brexit Deal Supported by the UK Parliament
Theresa May expressed optimism about securing a Brexit deal that Parliament will support, aiming for the UK to exit the EU by March 29. She…
Unannounced Visit of Acting U.S. Defense Secretary to Baghdad
Patrick Shanahan, the acting U.S. Secretary of Defense, made an unannounced visit to Baghdad to discuss U.S. military presence and security cooperation with Iraqi officials…
Senior European Negotiator: Britain Must Make Concessions to Resolve Brexit Stalemate
Michel Barnier, the EU's chief negotiator, insists that the UK must agree to a permanent customs union to resolve the Brexit deadlock. The UK government,…
The Second Meeting of U.S. and North Korean Leaders to Take Place in Hanoi, Vietnam
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his second meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will take place in Hanoi, Vietnam, on February 27-28.…
US Sanctions Against a Turkish Citizen for 'Circumventing Iran Sanctions'
The US Treasury has sanctioned Turkish citizen Oren Kayakiran for repeatedly violating sanctions against Iran and attempting to conceal evidence of these violations. This marks…
Nabih Berri: Israel's Actions Endanger Lebanon's Oil Resources
Nabih Berri, the Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament, has warned that Israel's oil exploration activities threaten Lebanon's resources in a disputed maritime area. The Lebanese…
France Calls Back Its Ambassador from Rome Due to 'Unprecedented' Actions by Italian Officials
France has recalled its ambassador from Italy due to provocative actions by the Italian government, particularly concerning public criticisms of President Macron and a recent…
3.5 Billion People Worldwide Use Social Media
A new report reveals that 3.5 billion people use social media worldwide, with significant growth in internet and mobile phone usage. Iran has seen a…
Palestinians Welcome Positions of Netanyahu's Main Rival
Palestinians have reacted positively to Benny Gantz's criticism of Israeli settlement policies and his willingness to negotiate with them, contrasting sharply with Netanyahu's hardline stance.…
Donald Tusk: The Current Priority is to Avoid 'Chaos' During Britain's Exit from the European Union
Donald Tusk emphasized the need to avoid chaos as the UK prepares to exit the EU without a deal. Theresa May faces pressure to renegotiate…
Democrats' Reaction to Trump's Second Annual Address to Congress
Donald Trump delivered his second State of the Union address, focusing on domestic policies, while Stacey Abrams responded on behalf of the Democrats, criticizing Trump's…
Rouhani's Reaction to Trump's Remarks: You Spoke Your Heart About Iran
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's comments about maintaining U.S. troops in Iraq to monitor Iran, accusing the U.S. of occupying…
Pope Calls for End to Bloodshed in the Middle East During UAE Visit
Pope Francis visited the UAE, condemning wars in the Middle East and calling for peace, particularly in Yemen and Syria. His remarks come amid ongoing…
Barham Salih: The U.S. Did Not Seek Permission from Iraq to Monitor Iran
Iraqi President Barham Salih stated that the U.S. did not seek permission to monitor Iran from Iraq, emphasizing that U.S. forces should focus on their…
Turkey and Syria have 'low-level' contacts
Turkey's President Erdogan has acknowledged low-level contacts with the Syrian government, signaling a potential shift in Turkey's long-standing opposition to Assad. This development comes amidst…