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AP File Photo The presidents of Turkey and Iran on Tuesday vowed to press on with their alliance alongside Russia over Syria, the Turkish presidency said Tuesday, after Ankara backed strikes by the U.S. and its allies against the Assad regime. “The two leaders emphasized the importance of continuing the joint efforts of Turkey, Iran […]

Seoul is seeking to broadcast the upcoming inter-Korean summit as well as a joint press conference between President Moon Jae-in and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un live, a top presidential aide said Tuesday. A hotline between the two leaders is likely to be set up around Friday, and they may be able to have their […]

Saudi Arabia on Tuesday announced it has successfully intercepted a ballistic missile launched by the Iranian-backed Houthi militias from inside Yemeni territories. The missile targeted a populated civilian area in the city of Najran, reported the Saudi Press Agency, SPA. The Spokesperson of the Saudi-led Arab Coalition in Support of the Legitimate Yemeni Government, Colonel […]

Israeli defense minister claims right of ‘total freedom of action’ in Syrian airspace Syrian air-defense systems have downed missiles after what may have been a new Israeli strike, according to media reports. The attacks reportedly targeted Shayrat Airbase in Homs province and Al-Dumair base northeast of Damascus. Up to 10 missiles were destroyed by the […]

Photo: AFP French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stressed their common vision and the strength of their personal friendship as they met in Paris on Monday. The two young leaders, both progressives in their 40s, exchanged a hug on  the steps of the Elysee Palace and spoke warmly of their ties afterwards […]

© Mikhail Klimentyev / Sputnik / AFP France, the US and the UK did not manage to drive a wedge between Turkey and Russia in the latest confrontation over Syria, senior Turkish officials said, refuting French President Emmanuel Macron’s claim. Macron on Sunday defended his decision to use military force together with the US and […]

May has faced criticism over UK’s involvement in launching coordinated attacks in Syria [Simon Dawson/AFP] Theresa May seeks to pacify opposition about Britain’s involvement in coordinated attacks in Syria. Britain’s prime minister is about to face questions in parliament about UK’s decision to launch coordinated strikes on Syria with American and French forces without parliamentary approval. […]

© Copyright :Alexander Zemlianichenko Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of global “chaos” on Sunday in a phone conversation with Iran’s president as the two men discussed the U.S.-led strike on Syria. According to a statement, Putin and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani discussed the missile attack that targeted a science lab and two chemical weapons depots […]

Arab leaders Summit Houthi militias blamed for continuous war and suffering in Yemen Iran’s blatant interference in affairs of Arab countries condemned DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia: Leaders gathered at the Arab summit stressed the centrality of the Palestinian cause and their support for the Palestinian people in their struggle to have an independent state with East […]

File Photo Somali officials refused to let the plan take off after Emirati military training personnel refused to put their heavy luggage through scanners at Bosaso airport Somalia has denied a UAE plane to fly as the government steps up its response to the Gulf monarchy over its support for secessionists in the country. According […]