May 2018
Russian Foreign Minister Meets North Korean Leader
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang, marking Lavrov's first visit since 2009. This meeting comes amid heightened…
Gazprom of Russia: We Signed a Protocol with Ankara for the Gas Pipeline Project
Gazprom has signed a protocol with Turkey to finalize the TurkStream gas pipeline project, which aims to reduce Russia's reliance on gas transit through Ukraine.…
Putin on JCPOA: Not Everything is Lost Yet
Vladimir Putin stated that despite the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA, there is still hope for negotiations. He emphasized the importance of keeping communication open…
Putin Welcomes European Efforts to Preserve Nuclear Deal with Iran
Vladimir Putin praised European efforts to maintain the nuclear deal with Iran and warned against linking it to other issues like missile programs. Emmanuel Macron…
Merkel Says Germany and China Will Remain Committed to the JCPOA
German Chancellor Angela Merkel affirmed Germany and China's commitment to the JCPOA during her visit to China, coinciding with a meeting between the Presidents of…
Implicit Response from Iranian Military Official to Criticism of Presence in Neighboring Countries
The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Mohammad Bagheri, defended Iran's military presence in neighboring countries as legitimate and invited by those governments,…
Trump Calls for DOJ Investigation into FBI's Alleged Infiltration of His Campaign
Donald Trump has called for a DOJ investigation into the FBI's alleged political infiltration of his 2016 campaign. This follows his claims of potential spying…
Putin's Representative: Iran and Hezbollah Must Also Leave Syria
Vladimir Putin's representative announced that Iranian forces and Hezbollah must leave Syria alongside other foreign military units. This statement follows Putin's call for the withdrawal…
US Warns of Possible Sanctions on Gas Pipeline from Russia to Germany
A US diplomat warned of potential sanctions against the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline from Russia to Germany due to security concerns and its impact…
Merkel and Putin Discuss JCPOA in Sochi
Angela Merkel and Vladimir Putin met in Sochi to discuss the JCPOA following the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement. Both leaders emphasized the importance of…
Israeli Diplomat: Accepting the JCPOA is Conditional on Ending Iran's Missile Program
Israeli Ambassador Gary Korn stated that Israel might consider accepting the JCPOA if Iran ends its missile program, emphasizing that the agreement must be fundamentally…
Putin in Meeting with Assad: Foreign Military Forces Will Leave Syria with the Start of Political Process
Vladimir Putin and Bashar Assad discussed the potential for a political process in Syria that could lead to the withdrawal of foreign military forces. This…
Vladimir Putin Opens the Crimean Bridge Driving a Truck
Vladimir Putin inaugurated the Crimean Bridge by driving a truck across it, emphasizing its significance as a 'miracle' project. Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko condemned the…
Zarif Begins Trip to Beijing, Moscow, and Brussels for Talks on JCPOA
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif is visiting Beijing, Moscow, and Brussels to discuss the JCPOA with remaining signatories after the U.S. withdrawal. The talks are crucial…
Merkel: The US decision to withdraw from the JCPOA undermines trust in the global order
German Chancellor Angela Merkel criticized the US withdrawal from the JCPOA, stating it undermines global trust. She emphasized the need for dialogue with Iran to…
Putin Expresses Deep Concern Following US Withdrawal from JCPOA
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed deep concern over the US withdrawal from the JCPOA, following Trump's announcement to reinstate sanctions against Iran. This development…
Putin Begins New Presidential Term with Promise of Economic Reforms
Vladimir Putin has begun his new presidential term by promising economic reforms aimed at improving the living standards of Russians amid ongoing international sanctions. While…
Israeli Minister's Warning: Iran's Aggression Through Syria Will Lead to Assad's End
Israeli Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz warned that if Syria allows Iranian attacks on Israel, it will lead to the end of Bashar Assad's regime. This…
Over 1500 People Arrested in Protests Against Vladimir Putin
Over 1500 protesters were arrested in Russia during demonstrations against President Vladimir Putin, who is set to be sworn in for a fourth term. Opposition…
Hundreds of Protesters Arrested in Various Cities of Russia During Anti-Putin Demonstrations
Protests against Vladimir Putin's upcoming inauguration have erupted across Russia, led by supporters of Alexei Navalny, resulting in hundreds of arrests. The demonstrations, occurring in…
France: Information Provided by Israel Indicates the Need to Preserve the JCPOA
France asserts that Israeli intelligence on Iran's nuclear program highlights the importance of maintaining the JCPOA, despite Israel's claims of Iran's secret nuclear ambitions. The…