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Putin tells Tehran: Russia stands by Iran
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Iranian leaders on Nowruz and said Moscow remained a loyal friend and reliable partner to Tehran, the Kremlin said on Saturday.
Fire at South Korean car factory, 11 dead
At least 11 people have died in a massive fire at a South Korean auto parts factory, with many more injured and some still missing.
News agency UNI office sealed in Delhi
Police have sealed the office of news agency UNI (United News of India) in New Delhi, India, on the orders of a court.
Trump changes voice
US President Donald Trump has taken a new approach to controlling the Strait of Hormuz, reversing his previous stance. He had previously insisted that the United States would take control of the Strait of Hormuz by any means necessary and would not need help from allies.
Iran fires ballistic missiles at US-UK base in Indian Ocean
Iran launched at least two medium-range ballistic missiles targeting the joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia Island in the Indian Ocean, reports The Wall Street Journal.
US moves to deploy more troops, amphibious warships to Middle East
The United States is preparing to deploy additional troops and amphibious warships to the Middle East amid escalating tensions with Iran, reports Reuters.
Sri Lanka rejects US request to land 2 fighter jets
Sri Lanka’s president on Friday revealed that his country rejected a request from the US to allow its two fighter jets to land at Mattala International Airport, according to local media.
Iran floats Hormuz transit tolls
Iran starts collecting tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, collects $2 million from a ship
Australian mosque protesters heckle PM over Israel stance
Protesters heckled and booed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday during a visit to Australia's largest mosque for Eid al-Fitr prayers, voicing anger over his stance on ally Israel's offensive in Gaza.
Somber Eid festival in Middle East
Due to the ongoing conflicts and economic crises in various countries in the Middle East, this year's Eid-ul-Fitr has become a time of pain for many people instead of joy. The fear of war, displacement and rising prices have largely faded the color of the Eid festival.