IAEA to hold emergency meeting after U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will hold an emergency Board of Governors meeting today after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Speaker of Azerbaijan’s Milli Majlis (National Assembly) Sahiba Gafarova met with Chairman of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan, Nurdinjon Ismoilov, on the sidelines of the 14th plenary session of the Turkic Parliamentary Assembly (TURKPA) held in Astana, Kazakhstan.
During the meeting, both sides expressed satisfaction with the current high level of relations between the two friendly nations. It was noted that Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan enjoy successful cooperation across multiple fields.
The crucial role of the two countries’ presidents in advancing bilateral ties was emphasized, with reference to high-level visits and close contacts that have significantly contributed to strengthening strategic cooperation.
The speakers underlined that expanding inter-parliamentary relations plays an important role in enhancing bilateral collaboration. Gafarova highlighted the strong ties between the Milli Majlis and both chambers of the Uzbek Parliament.
Recalling her own visit to Uzbekistan and reciprocal visits by Uzbek parliamentary leaders to Azerbaijan, Gafarova noted the positive momentum in parliamentary exchanges. She stressed that lawmakers from both countries are actively cooperating not only bilaterally but also within international parliamentary organizations.
The meeting also included an exchange of views on other issues of mutual interest.
Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighbouring regions early Friday morning, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
A high-speed tram derailment in central Gothenburg, Sweden, has left at least eight people injured late on Thursday (19 June), after the vehicle slammed into a snack bar on Avenyn Avenue.
China has unveiled a mosquito-sized bionic drone designed for covert military operations and battlefield reconnaissance, marking a major advance in micro-robotics and stealth technology as part of the country’s growing focus on next-generation warfare capabilities.
The 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit was held June 15–17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, under Canada’s presidency. Prime Minister Mark Carney framed the meeting around priorities of protecting communities, energy and climate security, the digital transition, and future partnerships.
The USS Nimitz is heading to the Middle East amid tensions between Israel and Iran. The U.S. aircraft carrier has a decades-long history in the region, from the 1979 hostage crisis to modern deployments, often serving as a key asset during periods of rising friction with Iran.
The Israeli military says Iran has launched missiles at Israel, following Israeli air strikes on military sites in Tehran, Karaj, and other parts of Iran. Iranian air defences have been activated in multiple locations amid escalating hostilities.
At least 20 people were killed and more than 50 injured after a suicide bomber attacked a church in central Damascus, Syria’s capital, on Sunday, officials confirmed.
The U.S. maintains a broad military presence across the Middle East, reflecting long-standing strategic interests and evolving regional dynamics.
Gulf states hosting major U.S. military bases were placed on high alert Sunday after American airstrikes destroyed Iran’s main nuclear sites, raising fears of regional retaliation and a broader conflict that could engulf key energy exporters and destabilise global security.
Iran's top security body, the SNSC, will decide on closing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil and gas chokepoint, after parliament's reported approval. A Revolutionary Guards commander stated the measure is "on the agenda," signaling escalating tensions.
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