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Iran urges Russia, China to prevent US ‘abuse’ of UN Security Council

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged Russia and China to prevent the United States from using the United Nations Security Council to “commit more crimes against Iran and exacerbate tensions in the region”.

24 Mar 2026-09:44
Schoolgirl accused of ordering ex-boyfriend’s murder in St Petersburg -PHOTO

A gruesome crime has shocked St. Petersburg, where the dismembered body of a 17-year-old teenager was discovered. According to media reports, the killing was allegedly orchestrated by a 16-year-old schoolgirl.

24 Mar 2026-09:21
Russia starts selling gold reserves for first time since 2002

For the first time since 2002, Russian authorities are selling physical gold from the Central Bank’s reserves to help cover the federal budget deficit.

23 Mar 2026-23:16
Ukraine strikes key Russian oil port near Finland border - VIDEO

A Ukrainian drone attack struck a major Russian oil port near the Finnish border on Monday, sparking a large fire at the facility.

23 Mar 2026-22:48
Azerbaijan seeks Russia's clarification over Maria Zakharova's remarks

Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry has called on Moscow to clarify remarks made by Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova during a recent press briefing.

23 Mar 2026-17:44
IAEA, Russia review risks near Bushehr nuclear plant

Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), held a phone call with Alexey Likhachev, head of Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom, to address recent concerning reports of military activity near Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.

23 Mar 2026-17:00
Hungary investigates spying claims linked to Russia ties

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has ordered an investigation into alleged wiretapping of Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, amid controversy over reported ties with Russia ahead of a key election.

23 Mar 2026-16:49
Russia’s ‘Klin’ kamikaze drone - PHOTO

The Russian “Klin” kamikaze drone is designed to carry a 5kg explosive payload and can operate at speeds of up to 120km/h, with a range of up to 120km.

23 Mar 2026-11:16
Ilia II laid to rest as Georgia bids farewell

Georgian Catholicos-Patriarch Ilia II was laid to rest in Tbilisi on Sunday, marking the fifth day of nationwide mourning, as tens of thousands gathered to bid farewell to one of the most influential religious figures in the country’s modern history.

23 Mar 2026-09:10
Former FBI chief Robert Mueller dies at 81

Robert Mueller, the former FBI director who led the high-profile investigation into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 US presidential election, has died at the age of 81, according to a report.

21 Mar 2026-23:35