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Iranians Commemorate Ashura
Thousands of Iranians joined Ashura ceremonies, a key Shiite Muslim commemoration, across the country. The events honored Imam Hussein's martyrdom with prayers, processions, and charity.
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Thousands of Iranians joined Ashura ceremonies, a key Shiite Muslim commemoration, across the country. The events honored Imam Hussein's martyrdom with prayers, processions, and charity.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Oman's Badr Albusaidi discussed regional issues concerning the Strait of Hormuz and bilateral cooperation in a phone call on December 6. The talks highlighted the waterway's strategic importance amid Gulf tensions and attacks on commercial vessels.
Major General Esmail Qaani, commander of Iran's IRGC Quds Force, warned Israel to withdraw from Lebanon or face a humiliating defeat. Speaking at a ceremony in Tehran, he described it as a final warning amidst rising tensions over military activities in Lebanon and Iranian support for Hezbollah.
Iran's Oil Minister and India's counterpart held talks, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral energy partnership. Both sides agreed to boost cooperation in oil and gas as a strategic priority.
Iran formally called for the withdrawal of foreign military forces from the Middle East to promote long-term stability and security, according to a statement from its Foreign Ministry. Officials said removing external troops would lower the risk of accidental conflict and empower regional states to solve problems on their own. The appeal comes amid heightened tensions linked to the Gaza war and Iran-Israel confrontations.
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Iwate, Japan, shook the eastern half of the country on Thursday. Experts warned of ongoing tsunami risk, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued tsunami advisories for several northeastern prefectures. No major damage or casualties were immediately reported.
Japan's weather agency on June 19 warned of heavy rain along the Pacific coast from the southwest to the east as two typhoons approach. Residents are advised to be alert for flooding, landslides and strong winds, and to prepare response plans.
A cousin of former Emperor Akihito, now a commoner, suggests the Japanese public may not accept expanding the imperial family by adopting male members from former royal branches that lost their status after WWII. The succession issue is urgent with only three male heirs, including Prince Hisahito as the sole young grandson of Emperor Naruhito.
Once known for long-serving leaders, Britain now sees prime ministers coming and going at a dizzying pace. Weak leadership, restless MPs, and fickle voters create a vicious cycle that makes each new term more fragile than the last.
A US-backed initiative to unify Libya's institutions is challenging political loyalties in the country's west, as opposition voices signal support while the sitting government remains officially non-committal. The plan, led by White House aide Massad Boulos, has won backing from eastern factions but faces scrutiny over its perceived focus on individual power-brokers rather than democratic transition.
