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Iran, Russia Upbeat About Progress of Nuclear Talks in Vienna
Iran refuses to meet directly with U.S. officials, meaning that other parties to the deal — Russia, China, France, Britain, Germany and the European Union — must shuttle between the two sides.
Alleged Israeli Airstrike Hits Latakia Port for Second Time in a Month
This is the second alleged Israeli airstrike on the Latakia port this month and the third alleged Israeli airstrike on Syria this month.
Taliban Restricts Long Distance Travel for Women as Hundreds Flee Across Border
Afghan women cannot travel more than 45 miles without a male chaperone.
Taliban Claims It Brought Security to Afghanistan After U.S. Withdrawal Despite Economic Collapse
Afghanistan’s economy is on the verge of total collapse
Tourist Imprisoned in Iran Begins Hunger Strike After Denied Christmas Call With Family
In May 2020, Benjamin Brière was arrested after taking photos in a desert area where photography is banned and asking questions on social media regarding Iran’s mandatory Islamic headscarf for women.
Iran Nuclear Talks Resume with Tehran Focused on Sanctions Relief
Coordinator Mora says weeks not months left for agreement
Former Iran Hostage Files Lawsuit Against Princeton University For ‘Abandoning Him’
Wang argued that Princeton and its Iran Center took the advice of “pro-regime activists and academics” prior to his arrest and after his imprisonment.
Saudi Arabia Accuses Iran, Hezbollah of Aiding Houthis After Deadly Missile Attack
Two people killed in latest assault from Yemen; coalition’s response leaves at least three civilians dead, medics say
Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles During Drills in Warning to Israel
The country’s Revolutionary Guard says the exercises were designed to respond to threats made in recent days by Israel.
Wiesenthal Center Puts BBC 3rd – After Only Iran, Hamas – On Antisemitism List
Organization’s head says ‘months of intense debate and discussion’ preceded ranking; cites alleged biased reporting, antisemitic staff