Smoke rises over Tehran as Israeli airstrikes and Iranian missile attacks push regional tensions to the brink. Dozens of civilian casualties have been reported on both sides.
Plumes of smoke rose over Tehran after police buildings were reportedly hit by Israeli airstrikes, Iran’s WANA news agency reported on Wednesday (June 18).
Israel has launched large-scale military operations against Iran, targeting some of the country’s most critical nuclear facilities.
Since Friday (June 13), Iran has fired more than 400 ballistic missiles at Israel, triggering air raid sirens and forcing civilians to seek shelter. According to Israeli authorities, at least 24 civilians have been killed in the attacks so far.
Iran, for its part, has reported at least 224 deaths, mostly civilians, though that figure has not been updated in recent days.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that interest rate forecasts may change based on future data and highlighted expected inflation growth in the coming months.
Türkiye’s Defense Minister Yaşar Güler said cooperation between Türkiye and Azerbaijan is vital for regional peace and stability, highlighting their strong defense under the principle “Two states, one nation, one army.”
Tensions between Iran and Israel continue to escalate, with Tehran condemning Israel’s airstrikes and emphasizing its defensive stance.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said a peaceful resolution between Iran and Israel is possible if all sides are involved. He emphasized the need to respect Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear energy and ensure Israel’s security.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that Moscow remains open to dialogue and negotiations on all issues, including Ukraine. He made these remarks during a traditional meeting with the heads of leading global news agencies held as part of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum SPIEF
Smoke rises over Tehran as Israeli airstrikes and Iranian missile attacks push regional tensions to the brink. Dozens of civilian casualties have been reported on both sides.
Amid rising tensions with Iran, the U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber stands ready to strike. Equipped with bunker-buster bombs and radar-evading tech, it gives America unmatched ability to hit hardened underground targets with precision from across the globe.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that interest rate forecasts may change based on future data and highlighted expected inflation growth in the coming months.
Türkiye’s Defense Minister Yaşar Güler said cooperation between Türkiye and Azerbaijan is vital for regional peace and stability, highlighting their strong defense under the principle “Two states, one nation, one army.”
The United States has relocated several military aircraft and naval vessels from key bases in the Middle East in anticipation of possible Iranian retaliation, according to two U.S. officials speaking anonymously to Reuters.
Peace is no longer a dream. It is a discussion. On the streets of Baku and Yerevan, it is also a question, of trust, of foreign interests, and of who truly wants it.
Israeli strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the residences of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to the New York Times, citing local witnesses.
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has cancelled certain flights scheduled for 13th and 14th June amid recent escalation of situation in the Middle East and the closure of airspace in several countries for security reasons.
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.
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Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed the escalating Middle East tensions and stressed the need for urgent de-escalation and diplomatic efforts to prevent further conflict.
At the second China-Central Asia Summit held in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, China and five Central Asian countries signed the "Treaty of Eternal Good-Neighborliness, Friendship, and Cooperation," establishing a new legal foundation for strategic partnership.
Amid rising tensions with Iran, the U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber stands ready to strike. Equipped with bunker-buster bombs and radar-evading tech, it gives America unmatched ability to hit hardened underground targets with precision from across the globe.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that interest rate forecasts may change based on future data and highlighted expected inflation growth in the coming months.
The United States has relocated several military aircraft and naval vessels from key bases in the Middle East in anticipation of possible Iranian retaliation, according to two U.S. officials speaking anonymously to Reuters.
Smoke rises over Tehran as Israeli airstrikes and Iranian missile attacks push regional tensions to the brink. Dozens of civilian casualties have been reported on both sides.
Amid rising tensions with Iran, the U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber stands ready to strike. Equipped with bunker-buster bombs and radar-evading tech, it gives America unmatched ability to hit hardened underground targets with precision from across the globe.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that interest rate forecasts may change based on future data and highlighted expected inflation growth in the coming months.
Türkiye’s Defense Minister Yaşar Güler said cooperation between Türkiye and Azerbaijan is vital for regional peace and stability, highlighting their strong defense under the principle “Two states, one nation, one army.”
The United States has relocated several military aircraft and naval vessels from key bases in the Middle East in anticipation of possible Iranian retaliation, according to two U.S. officials speaking anonymously to Reuters.
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