Putin and Xi discuss Iranian enriched uranium storage in Russia
Putin and Xi Jinping discussed transferring Iranian enriched uranium to Russia during high-level talks in China, Kremlin confirms.
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Turkey: Court removes Özgür Özel as opposition leader
Turkish court nullifies 2023 CHP congress, removing Özgür Özel as opposition leader and reinstating Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu to party leadership.
Feidias Panagiotou on Cyprus Issue: “It’s stupid not to change positions after 30 years”
Cypriot MEP Feidias Panagiotou sparks controversy with statements on Cyprus issue, arguing it’s “stupid” to maintain unchanged positions for 30 years.
Gaza flotilla: 19 Greek activists return to Greece via Istanbul
Greek activists from Gaza humanitarian flotilla intercepted by Israeli navy return home via Istanbul after international outcry over detention conditions.
US depleted half its advanced missile stockpile defending Israel
US used half its advanced missile stockpile defending Israel against Iran attacks, while Israel preserved its own weapons reserves, Washington Post reveals.
Everest: 274 climbers reach summit in one day – New historic record
Historic day on Mount Everest as 274 climbers reach summit in 24 hours, breaking previous record. Nepal’s climbing surge raises safety concerns about overcrowding.
Maldives: Optical illusion in cave led 5 divers to death – No escape
Five Italian divers died in Maldivian underwater cave after optical illusion led them into dead-end passage with no escape route and limited air supply.
Mango: Two climbers helped Jonathan Andic after father’s fall
New details emerge in the Mango founder’s death case as two climbers helped Jonathan Andic after his father’s fatal fall in Spain’s Montserrat mountains.
Sharia law enforced in Indonesia: Woman faints after 100 lashes
Indonesia enforces brutal Sharia law punishment as unmarried couple receives 100 public lashes for premarital sex, highlighting religious extremism.
Vladimir Putin: “Nuclear weapons use is emergency security measure for Russia”
Putin calls nuclear weapons an “emergency security measure” as Russia and Belarus conduct joint nuclear exercises, emphasizing strategic deterrence amid rising tensions.
Bloomberg: Iran-Oman plan to impose permanent tolls on Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman plan permanent tolls for ships crossing the strategic Strait of Hormuz, potentially charging up to $2 million for safe passage through the waterway.
Trump: “We’re at the edge” with Iran for deal or harsh measures
Trump warns Iran situation is “at the edge” as Tehran examines new US proposals. Diplomacy hangs in balance amid threats of harsh measures and regional tensions.