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Iran "Categorically" Denies NYT Reports On UN Envoy's Meet With Elon Musk

Agence France-Presse | Saturday November 16, 2024, Tehran

Iran's foreign ministry spokesman on Saturday "categorically" denied The New York Times report on Tehran's ambassador to the United Nations meeting with US tech billionaire Elon Musk, state media reported.

Israel's October Airstrike Destroyed Top Secret Nuke Lab In Iran: Report

Written by Anushree Jonko | Saturday November 16, 2024

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi vehemently denies the country's pursuit of nuclear weapons, stating, "Iran is not after nuclear weapons, period." However, Israeli and U.S. officials reveal a different story.

"Ukraine War Would End Sooner With Trump In Office": Volodymyr Zelensky

Agence France-Presse | Saturday November 16, 2024, Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia's war against his country will "end sooner" than it otherwise would have done once Donald Trump becomes US president next year.

Iran's Message To US: No Intent To Assassinate Donald Trump

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Saturday November 16, 2024

Iran has sent a message to the Joe Biden administration denying any plans to kill Donald Trump. This development comes after the Biden administration warned Iran in September that any attempt on Mr Trump's life would be considered "an act of war".

"We Ran Out Of Missiles": US Fighter Pilots Recall Iran's Attack On Israel

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Saturday November 16, 2024

The F-15 fighter pilots from the US have recounted how they ran out of air-to-air missiles and switched to guns during the massive Iranian attack on Israel.

"It's Got To Stop": Trump Reiterates Vow To Stop Wars In Ukraine, Gaza

Agence France-Presse | Friday November 15, 2024, Palm Beach, United States

US President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday promised a "strong military", as he repeated his pledge to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.

Hamas Says "Ready For Ceasefire", Urges Trump To "Pressure" Israel

Agence France-Presse | Friday November 15, 2024

A senior Hamas official on Friday said the group is "ready for a ceasefire" in Gaza, urging US President-elect Donald Trump to "pressure" Israel as it continued to pound the Palestinian territory.

Lebanon Rescuer Picks Up "Pieces" Of Father After Israel Strike

Agence France-Presse | Friday November 15, 2024, Douris

Suzanne Karkaba and her father Ali were both civil defence rescuers whose job was to save the injured and recover the dead in Lebanon's war.

Saudi Minister Cites India's Efforts In Fighting Land Degradation, Drought

Written by Mohd Asim | Friday November 15, 2024

As Saudi capital Riyadh gets ready to host the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), Dr Osama Faqeeha, Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, has praised India's efforts.

12 Killed In Israeli Strike On Civil Defence Facility, Says Lebanon

Agence France-Presse | Friday November 15, 2024, Beirut

Lebanon said at least 12 people were killed Thursday in an Israeli strike targeting the main civil defence facility in the eastern Baalbek area, with the rescuers counting eight members among the dead.

Iran Plans To Send Women Revolting Against Hijab Mandate To Psychiatric Facilities

Written by Sanstuti Nath | Thursday November 14, 2024, Tehran

The Iranian state is planning to open a treatment clinic for women who flout the mandatory hijab laws that require them to cover their heads in public.

Greece In Talks With Israel To Build 2 Billion Euro Defence 'Iron Dome'

Reuters | Thursday November 14, 2024, Athens

Greece is in talks with Israel to develop a 2 billion euro ($2.11 billion) anti-aircraft and missile defence dome, part of a wider push to modernise its armed forces as it recovers from a protracted debt crisis, Greek officials said on Thursday.

Israel Eyes Tougher US Stance On Iran, Potential Peace Deals Under Trump

Reuters | Thursday November 14, 2024, Jerusalem

Israel expects the incoming Trump administration to take a hard line against Iran and its nuclear ambitions, which will create an opportunity for more peace deals with Arab neighbors, a senior member of Israel's security cabinet said.

Strikes Hit Lebanon's Beirut Shortly After Israel's Evacuation Warning

Agence France-Presse | Thursday November 14, 2024, Beirut, Lebanon

A plume of grey smoke rose over the area after the latest strike since Israel sharply intensified its campaign against the Iran-backed group in September.

"Only Survivor": Gaza Child Left Alone After Family Killed In Israeli Attacks

Edited by NDTV News Desk | Thursday November 14, 2024

Israeli attacks in Beit Hanoun leave a child as the only survivor of his family, while displaced residents flee the devastated city.