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Japan's Foreign Minister met with ICC President Tomoko Akane to discuss support after US sanctions. The pair discussed measures Tokyo might take to back the court and Akane personally. Analysts say the move could strain US-Japan ties over the ICC's independence.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on May 15 that the United States must fully implement its commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum concerning Iran's nuclear program. He called the US withdrawal from the 2015 JCPOA a clear violation and warned of countermeasures if Washington reneges.
Iran's Parliament Speaker has vowed to defeat enemies in the ongoing economic war, citing national unity and self-reliance. He called for continued economic reforms and new trade partnerships to counter sanctions.
A wave of senior officials from Qatar, Oman, and Pakistan traveling to Tehran in recent days signals intensified mediation efforts amid high military tensions, with analysts suggesting both sides may be ready to de-escalate. The visits come as Iran and the US remain in a state of war, with the key sticking point being the closed Strait of Hormuz.
Iran criticized US policy toward the country as a 'pure farce' after Washington imposed new sanctions on Tehran. The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said the US actions reflect Washington's 'policy failure' and lack of respect for international law.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has weathered a year of intense challenges, balancing active diplomacy with escalating regional crises and international sanctions. His efforts have focused on building alliances, renewing nuclear talks, and mitigating economic pressures.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged the UN to take action against US sanctions, calling them illegal and unilateral. His appeal comes as tensions over Tehran's nuclear program escalate. The UN has not yet responded officially.
The US has imposed financial sanctions on Palestine Action, Masar Badil, and Autistici Inventati amid a broader crackdown on pro-Palestinian voices. The groups have rejected the measures, with activists warning they threaten civil liberties and are inspired by the UK's ban on Palestine Action.
Iran's government says it can withstand new US economic sanctions through domestic capabilities, but warns citizens to prepare for a difficult year. Officials cite stockpiles and self-reliance strategies, even as inflation surges and the rial hits record lows.
