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Iran signals nuclear deal return path in China talks
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi signalled Tehran's readiness to resume nuclear talks, saying the country’s willingness to return to the trust-building framework that underpinned the original JCPOA agreement.
French and German Foreign Ministers meet Syria's new leader al-Sharaa
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot and his German counterpart Annalena Baerbock underscored the importance of a peaceful and inclusive transition of power in Syria during their visit to Damascus on January 3.
Lebanon seizes alleged Iranian cash transfer to Hezbollah from diplomat
Lebanese authorities searched an Iranian commercial aircraft at Beirut's Rafik Hariri International Airport on January 2 following intelligence about an alleged attempt to transfer funds to Hezbollah.
Moldova’s separatist Transnistria region hit by blackouts and industrial shutdowns after gas cut off
Gazprom ended gas supplies to Moldova including the breakaway pro-Russian Transnistria region on January 1.
Korean authorities fail to arrest suspended president, Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korean investigators have given up on efforts to arrest suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol following a six-hour standoff with his security team outside his home in central Seoul.
Iran Supreme Leader’s approval paves way for FATF compliance discussions
Iran is preparing to reassess its stance on international financial regulations as Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has authorised a review of crucial anti-money laundering legislation.
Gunman kills 12 in Montenegro mass shooting
Prime Minister Milojko Spajic says tougher gun controls to be discussed after killing spree in historic city of Cetinje.
Japan targets US Steel takeover ahead of Trump inauguration
Japan’s leading steel producer, Nippon Steel Corp, has pledged not to reduce output capacity at United States Steel Corp's mills for a decade
Syrian leadership meets with Christians to mark new year
Ahmed al-Sharaa, leader of Syria's new administration, met with a delegation from the Christian community in Damascus on New Year's Eve.
Russian gas transit through Ukraine ends, with Europe meeting the new year with 5% less gas
Transit of Russian natural gas through Ukraine ended in the early hours of January 1, depriving the EU of about 5% of its gas supply, after last-hope efforts led by Slovakia to ensure continued flow failed.
Syrian foreign ministry urges Kuwait to reopen embassy in Damascus
Syria’s new Foreign Minister, Asaad Hassan al-Shibani urged Kuwait to reopen its embassy in Damascus and reestablish diplomatic ties after Bashar al-Assad’s removal from power.
Seoul court issues arrest warrant for suspended president Yoon Suk Yeol
A Seoul court has issued an arrest warrant for South Korea’s suspended president, Yoon Suk Yeol. The move follows Yoon’s highly controversial attempt to impose martial law on December 3 which eventually led to his impeachment
India’s space research agency launches innovative payload
India's space programme has taken another giant leap forward as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the PSLV-C60 on December 30
Iran confirms arrest of Italian journalist days after detention
Iran confirmed the arrest of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala on December 30, saying she was detained for violating the laws of the Islamic Republic.
Ukrainian minister visits Damascus to meet new Syrian government
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha led a high-level delegation to Damascus on December 30 for talks with Syria's new rulers.
Incumbent Milanovic to face Primorac in Croatian presidential election runoff
President Zoran Milanovic narrowly fails to secure enough votes for first round victory, to face ruling HDZ’s candidate in second round.
BRICS expands membership, adding Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand
The BRICS bloc, a coalition formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is broadening its reach as it seeks to challenge the dominance of the US dollar and reshape global financial and economic systems.
South Korea in mourning as Jeju Air crash investigators look for answers
South Korea is in mourning as it has now been confirmed that 179 of the 181 on board Jeju Air Flight 2216 from Bangkok to Muan in Korea have been killed as was reported by bno IntelliNews on Sunday, December 29.
Croatian incumbent Milanovic scores first round presidential election victory, exit polls show
Zoran Milanovic’s expected victory sets the stage for a continuation of the tense cohabitation with Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic’s government.
Moldova announces emergency measures as Gazprom set to halt gas supplies
Moldovan PM accuses Gazprom of weaponising gas supplies, introduces new measures to save energy.