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A Saudi Aramco helicopter crashed in Ras Tanura, killing all 14 people on board. State media reported the crash on Sunday, citing the Ministry of Energy. Investigations have been launched into the incident.
The fight for el-Obeid exposes the deadlock in Sudan's peace process as both the army and paramilitary forces insist on a military victory, ignoring humanitarian warnings and U.S. diplomatic efforts. The city has become a new flashpoint in a war of attrition, with both sides receiving external arms supplies. Analysts describe the conflict as a proxy war, with foreign powers backing each faction and little prospect for a ceasefire.
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has ordered the judiciary to prosecute crimes by the US and Israel against Iran, calling for international legal bodies to act. The directive follows escalating tensions, including allegations of assassinations and cyberattacks.
The mayor of Mashhad has urged the mobilization of all national resources to support the province, highlighting urgent infrastructure, economic, and social challenges. He called for close coordination among local and central agencies to prioritize resources for public needs and stability.
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif Kharrazi has launched new initiatives to boost Tehran's international standing amid rising geopolitical tensions. His efforts include dialogue, cultural diplomacy, and outreach to counter misunderstandings over nuclear and human rights issues.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that only Tehran can decide on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting any outside interference. The statement comes as tensions rise with the West over Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions.
The traditional art of handwoven carpet making is preserved and developed despite industrialization, symbolizing resilience and cultural essence. Each carpet is a work of art combining experience, technique, and creativity, with patterns often reflecting regional heritage.
The youngest son of detained democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi has demanded that Myanmar's military government provide verifiable proof that she is still alive. The demand follows the junta's April announcement that her sentence had been reduced to about 17 years and she had been moved to house arrest, but he says those statements are insufficient to confirm her condition.
At least 11 people were killed when a civilian aircraft carrying a skydiving group crashed in eastern France, authorities said Sunday. The plane went down near the airport in Tomblaine, and police have cordoned off the area.
Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's army commander and son of President Yoweri Museveni, ordered the closure of Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda on January 19, stating he does not believe in a free press. Armed forces blocked the Daily Monitor building, while NTV Uganda and other outlets ceased broadcasting. The move has drawn concern from media watchdogs.
