June 2023
Two Iranian Women Invited to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited two Iranian artists, Zar Amir-Ebrahimi and Ansiyeh Maleki, to join its ranks. This reflects the…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Turkey's Approval of Sweden's NATO Membership
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urged Turkey to approve Sweden's NATO membership during a brief meeting with Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler. This request comes…
Russia's Efforts to Normalize the Situation in Occupied Areas Amid Ukraine's Counteroffensive
Russia plans to hold elections in occupied Ukrainian territories to assert control amidst Ukraine's counteroffensive. Ukraine has made initial gains, pushing back Russian forces in…
Concerns of Two American Legislators Over China's Support for Iran's Missile Capabilities
Two U.S. lawmakers expressed concerns over China's support for Iran's missile capabilities in a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, urging for a third missile…
Ukraine: Russia is a 'Terrorist State'
Ukraine has labeled Russia a 'terrorist state' during an international court hearing regarding Russia's support for separatists accused of downing a Malaysian airplane in 2014.…
China the Number One Challenge for the U.S. Military; We Will Continue to Insist on Ocean Security
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation in the Indian and Pacific Oceans amid challenges from China. He…
U.S. Defense Secretary Regrets Chinese Counterpart's Decision Not to Meet
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed regret over Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu's refusal to meet at an upcoming conference, emphasizing the importance of communication…