August 2015
Iranian Official Consults with Russia on Sukhoi 30 Fighter Jets
An Iranian official has consulted with Russian leaders about Sukhoi 30 fighter jets, while negotiations for the S-300 missile defense system face ongoing obstacles. The…
Lebanon Arrests Fugitive Radical Cleric
Ahmad al-Assir, a radical Sunni cleric wanted for leading a deadly attack on the Lebanese army, was arrested at Beirut airport while attempting to flee…
Death Toll from Tianjin, China Explosions Rises to 85
Explosions in Tianjin, China have resulted in 85 deaths and over 700 injuries, prompting evacuations due to fears of toxic chemical exposure. The Chinese government…
Iran to Discuss 'New Plan for Peace in Syria'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to visit Damascus to discuss a new plan for resolving the Syrian crisis, marking his first trip…
Possible 9% Decrease in Russia's Gross National Product Due to Sanctions
The IMF predicts that Western sanctions against Russia could lead to a 9% decrease in its GDP, with initial impacts already causing a 1-1.5% decline.…