SCO Summit 2025: China welcomed world leaders as they arrived for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit Sunday in Tianjin. The two-day gathering will bring together leaders from more than 20 nations, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The SCO comprises China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Belarus, with 16 more countries affiliated as observers or "dialogue partners".


SCO summit 2025: President Xi Jinping hosts reception for SCO leaders in Tianjin

SCO Summit 2025: China welcomed world leaders as they arrived for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit Sunday in Tianjin. The two-day gathering will bring together leaders from more than 20 nations, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The SCO comprises China, India, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Belarus, with 16 more countries affiliated as observers or "dialogue partners".

SCO Summit 2025 | Xi to Modi: Dragon and Elephant must dance

The Ministry of External Affairs holds a special briefing on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to China and his meeting with President Xi Jinping. 

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SCO summit 2025: 2-day SCO summit amid heightened geopolitical & trade tensions 

SCO summit 2025: Asian superpowers gather for summit amid heightened geopolitical and trade tensions 

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PM Modi spoke with President Zelenskyy and discussed recent developments in Ukraine. The Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s stand for a peaceful settlement and early restoration of peace, while both leaders committed to strengthening the India-Ukraine partnership.


PM Modi discusses Russia-Ukraine conflict with Zelensky over call

SCO Summit 2025: PM Modi reaffirms commitment to strengthening India-China relations 

SCO Summit 2025: Iran’s nuclear program on Putin-Pezeshkian bilateral agenda 

Iran's President stated on Thursday that enforcing the controversial dress code law on women’s mandatory hijab could have sparked a "war" within society. The law, which imposes harsher punishments for women defying the hijab rule, was passed in September 2023 but has yet to be implemented. Last year, Iran paused the law due to widespread protests following the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022.


Iran President Rejects Implementing New Strict Hijab Law Saying It Could Lead to War | WION

The Israeli Air Force launched a high-level precision strike near Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, targeting what intelligence sources say was a gathering of senior Houthi leaders, including ministers and military officials. The attack, confirmed by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and the IDF, is being described as Israel's most dramatic strike in Yemen to date.

Israel-Houthi conflict: Top Houthi leaders targeted in massive Israeli airstrike

Iran signals readiness for talks if Western countries show goodwill, as Europe prepares to reimpose sanctions amid ongoing tensions. The move highlights growing diplomatic challenges and efforts to address Iran’s nuclear program and regional activities.


12-day war sets off Iran sanctions crisis 

The decision by European countries to impose “snapback” sanctions against Iran may further exacerbate international tensions, experts say, as fears of a regional war loom over the Middle East.



Tehran Accused of Violating 2015 Nuclear Agreement, Faces Return of UN Sanctions

UN: The United Nations has reported that at least 800 people have been executed in 2025, with ethnic minorities and migrants disproportionately targeted.


UN: At Least 800 Executed in 2025, Ethnic Minorities and Migrants Targeted

Iran rejects European conditions, threatens of severe consequences

Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says Tehran is ready for nuclear talks

Iran signals readiness for talks if Western countries show goodwill, as Europe prepares to reimpose sanctions amid ongoing tensions. The move highlights growing diplomatic challenges and efforts to address Iran’s nuclear program and regional activities.

'Iran ready for talks if west shows goodwill': Europe moves to reimpose sanctions on Iran

The Israeli Air Force launched a high-level precision strike near Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, targeting what intelligence sources say was a gathering of senior Houthi leaders, including ministers and military officials. The attack, confirmed by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and the IDF, is being described as Israel's most dramatic strike in Yemen to date.

According to reports, the meeting was possibly attended by top Houthi commanders, including the group’s defense minister and chief of staff Muhammad al-Ghamari. The outcome remains unclear, but the operation was conducted under heavy air defense and in coordination with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

EU sanctions on Iran: UN sets 2027 exit for Lebanon peacekeepers

#GRAVITAS | European countries France, Britain and Germany initiated the process of reimposing UN-led sanctions on Iran over its much-contested nuclear programme. Iran has called re-imposition of these sanctions, which were suspended almost a decade ago, ‘unjustified and illegal’. Watch this video to find out more.


Iran threatens to abandon nuclear co-operation, warns of retaliation

Iran Allows UN Inspectors at Busher; Iranian Lawmakers Protest Against Inspection | WION World News



Iran Allows UN Inspectors at Busher; Iranian Lawmakers Protest Against Inspection | WION

Australia is investigating a surge in anti-Semitic attacks suspected to be funded by foreign actors. Authorities believe overseas groups are paying local criminals to carry out these crimes, raising diplomatic tensions. Iran has rejected any involvement amid growing concerns over external interference in Australia’s internal security.

Antisemitic attacks in Australia raise diplomatic tensions | Iran rejects any link

Iran and Pakistan's military chiefs held talks to boost cooperation against terrorism and enhance border security. Both sides emphasized the need for joint efforts to stabilize their shared border and support regional peace, following increased militant activity and cross-border attacks.

Iran-Pakistan ready to uproot terrorism | Vow to cooperate

Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei has condemned U.S. demands as a grave insult to the Iranian people. Tensions between the two nations continue to escalate amid diplomatic standoffs.


Iran-US: Khamenei calls us demands a grave insult to Iranian people 

Iran Vs Trump: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Sunday that the standoff with the United States is “unsolvable” and that Tehran will never yield to Washington’s pressure amid tensions over its nuclear program.


Iran Vs Trump: Khamenei Vows Iran Will Resist U.S. Demands for Obedience

The Israeli military has launched targeted airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, hitting what it claims were Houthi military facilities — including the presidential palace, fuel storage sites, and power plants. The move comes in retaliation for recent missile and drone attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels against Israeli territory. At least two people are confirmed dead, with several injured.

Houthi officials say the attacks won’t stop their support for Gaza, vowing to continue “no matter the sacrifices.” Is this a widening of the Gaza conflict into a broader regional war?

Israeli airstrike in Yemen | IDF: Hit fuel facility, power station

Israel has broadened its military campaign by striking strategic targets in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa- including fuel depots, power stations, and a military complex linked to the presidential palace: in retaliation for recent Houthi missile and drone activity targeting Israel.
Meanwhile, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has accused U.S. agents of plotting regime change against Iran and asserted that no foreign power will divide the Iranian people. As regional tensions mount, the Gaza conflict shows signs of igniting wider instability.

Middle East on edge: Israeli strikes in Yemen trigger Iran’s firestorm response

Nuclear tensions escalate: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to hold a high-stakes phone call with his French, German, and British counterparts — along with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas — in a last-ditch effort to avoid the reimposition of United Nations sanctions under the "snapback" mechanism.

The call comes just days before a looming deadline, as European signatories to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal grow increasingly concerned about Iran's uranium enrichment, especially after Tehran cut off all cooperation with the IAEA.

Iran-Israel war: Iran to meet EU powers for nuke talks | Snapback sanctions loom 

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Iran issues a fresh missile threat. Israel remains on high alert, bracing for a possible confrontation amid fears of war breaking out anytime.


Israel on high alert after Iran's missile threat

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