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Russian anti-war rapper Oxxxymiron accused of grooming and sexual assault
Russian rapper Oxxxymiron (real name Miron Fyodorov), known for his opposition to the Kremlin and the war in Ukraine, has been accused of grooming and sexually assaulting underage girls.
EU Council president says leaders “here to take decisions” as he arrives at Brussels summit
EU leaders to discuss support for Ukraine and strengthening of Europe’s defence capabilities in response to the sudden change in the geopolitical situation.
China signs latest hospital building contract in Iraq
Iraq’s Dhi Qar Governor Mortada Al-Ibrahimi announced on March 6 the signing of a contract with Chinese company “CCTE” to build a 100-bed hospital in Suq Al-Shuyukh district.
US enters unprecedented direct talks with Hamas, triggering Israeli response
The Trump administration has established direct communication channels with Hamas to negotiate the release of US hostages held in Gaza and discuss a potential broader deal to end the war.
Iran plans Russian bazaar launch under new free trade pact
Iran is set to open a new trade centre in Russia following a free trade agreement between Tehran and member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU).
Fears Russia-friendly EU members to undermine ‘five to midnight’ summit
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban indicated ahead of the crucial summit that he might veto additional support for Ukraine.
Trump halts all military aid to Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has halted all military aid to Ukraine including that already in transit, while the White House assesses whether Kyiv is demonstrating a “good-faith commitment to peace.”
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Azerbaijan says it is developing a nuclear programme
The Azerbaijani government is actively working on the peaceful development of its nuclear energy programme, Deputy Energy Minister Elnur Soltanov told a parliamentary committee hearing.
Myanmar junta's chief visits Russia, set to meet Putin
Myanmar’s military leader, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, is in Russia for what is only his second meeting with President Vladimir Putin, according to an announcement by the Kremlin.
Moscow has created a database to track anti-war Russians, court case reveals
Russia has confirmed the existence of a database tracking citizens who have expressed opposition to the war in Ukraine, raising concerns over intensified state surveillance and repression.
Trump’s March 4 tariff deadline puts North America on edge
As the deadline looms, financial markets and manufacturing sectors across North America brace for potentially significant economic disruption from President Donald Trump's threatened tariff regime.
Kremlin-backed candidate wins Abkhazia presidency in runoff vote
Badra Gunba claimed victory over his opponent Adgur Ardzinba in the second round of the presidential election in the Russia-backed Georgian separatist region of Abkhazia.
Hungary blocks EU Ukraine security proposal
Hungary has blocked a proposed EU security assurances and military assistance proposal for Ukraine ahead of a key summit due on March 6.
New figures reveal devastating impact of ISIS campaign against Yazidis
Iraq's Office for Yazidi Abductee Affairs in Kurdistan has released updated statistics on the genocide perpetrated against the Yazidi community by the Islamic State, painting a grim picture of atrocities.
US drops rare earths deal with Ukraine amid tensions over peace talks
The United States is no longer considering signing a rare earths and minerals agreement with Ukraine, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, as Washington shifts its focus toward pushing for a peace deal.
Latin American leaders blast Trump-Zelensky diplomatic fallout
The diplomatic rift between the United States and Ukraine has drawn sharp criticism from Latin American leaders, with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro lambasting the Trump-Zelensky meeting.
Venezuela naval vessels enter disputed Guyana waters near ExxonMobil site
Venezuela's coast guard vessels allegedly entered Guyanese waters on March 1, approaching an ExxonMobil production vessel in the disputed offshore region, Guyana's President Irfaan Ali has announced.
Serbian president accuses protesters of ruining the economy
Political instability has stymied Serbia's efforts to secure and investment-grade rating, but country is still set to achieve one of Europe's highest growth rates this year.
Cristiano Ronaldo misses Iran match amid conflicting reports on reasons
Cristiano Ronaldo has been excluded from Al-Nassr's squad for their AFC Champions League round of 16 match against Esteghlal Tehran in Iran
Iran has "technical capacity" to produce nuclear weapons, says official
An Iranian MP has said that Iran possesses the technical capacity to produce nuclear weapons, stating that only its "will" has stopped it from do so.