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6 January, 2025
Egypt
Aga Khan, leader of Ismaili Muslims, laid to rest in Egypt during private burial
The spiritual leader, who is widely regarded as a builder of bridges between Muslim societies and West, died in Portugal on Tuesday.
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Israel-Gaza war
Pressure rises over Gaza ceasefire as Israeli forces withdraw from key corridor
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China-EU relations
EU to blacklist 25 more Chinese entities for flouting Russia sanctions
8 Feb 2025 - 2:34AM
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US-Iran tensions
US Treasury sanctions network delivering Iranian oil to China
Actions follow Trump’s decision to reinstate ‘maximum pressure’ campaign against Iran over claims it is trying to develop nuclear weapons.
7 Feb 2025 - 1:34AM
Donald Trump
Trump says he’s ordered that Iran be ‘obliterated’ if it assassinates him
The US president made the remarks as he signed a memorandum to put ‘maximum pressure’ on Tehran to stop it from obtaining nuclear arms.
5 Feb 2025 - 9:36AM
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Russia
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Why Russia’s treaties with Iran and North Korea differ in scope
Key differences in comprehensive strategic partnership treaties with Pyongyang and Tehran give insight into Moscow’s diplomatic strategy.
5 Feb 2025 - 8:10AM
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Israel-Gaza war
‘No guarantees’ Gaza truce will hold, Trump says ahead of Netanyahu talks
Israel’s PM is in Washington for talks with Trump’s administration on the second phase of a truce with Hamas, which has not been finalised.
4 Feb 2025 - 8:33AM
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Britain
Ex-UK soldier jailed for 14 years for spying for Iran
Daniel Khalife, 23, whose mother is Iranian, gathered information over a two-and-a-half-year period while posted in the UK and the US.
3 Feb 2025 - 10:06PM
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Middle East
Iran tests missile it says can hit US ships in Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman
The Ghadr-380 has a range of over 1,000km and anti-jamming capabilities, and can be launched from an underground base.
2 Feb 2025 - 2:22PM
Fame and celebrity
Meet OB-GYN to the stars Dr Thais Aliabadi, who delivered Kylie Jenner’s babies
Aliabadi moved to the US at 17 after fleeing Iran and learned English while pursuing her university degrees; now she’s a female-health advocate, OB-GYN to the stars – and sometime TV star.
29 Jan 2025 - 6:00AM
Central Asia
Iran, Taliban call for more ties in high-level Kabul talks
Iran’s foreign minister met with his Afghan counterpart and Taliban government Prime Minister Hassan Akhund during a one-day visit.
26 Jan 2025 - 10:35PM
United States
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To truly make America great again, Trump must succeed in 2 things
Losing the power balance in a potentially rancorous cabinet or failing to win over Asia’s rising non-aligned powers would trip up his plans.
26 Jan 2025 - 8:31PM
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Donald Trump
Trump revokes protection for Covid adviser Fauci despite death threats
The US president said he would not feel responsible if harm came to the doctor, or to John Bolton, whose protection he also revoked.
25 Jan 2025 - 4:03AM
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Donald Trump
Trump strips protection from ex-adviser Bolton, target of Iran murder plot
After leaving his White House job, Bolton had called his former boss ‘unfit to be president’ and said he would appease China and Russia.
22 Jan 2025 - 6:45AM
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Middle East
Gunman shoots dead 2 Iranian judges tied to 1988 mass executions
The killings come as Iran faces economic turmoil, the mauling of its Middle East allies by Israel and the return of Donald Trump.
18 Jan 2025 - 8:55PM
US-Iran tensions
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Why time is right to press Iran to give up its nuclear ambitions
Iran’s economic vulnerabilities, the region’s changing dynamics and a new reform-minded administration present an opportunity for a new deal.
18 Jan 2025 - 6:00AM
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Russia
Russia, Iran to boost military and trade ties in ‘real breakthrough’ pact
Both countries signed a broad cooperation pact in the face of stinging Western sanctions.
18 Jan 2025 - 1:19AM
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US-China relations
US executive order targets China, other alleged cyberattackers before Biden exit
Rules include tougher standards to ensure software is more secure and bolster sanction authority against likes of Beijing.
16 Jan 2025 - 6:30PM
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Israel-Gaza war
‘Big question marks’: experts doubt Gaza ceasefire deal will lead to lasting peace
Israel and Hamas’ truce agreement is set to start on Sunday, but analysts warn unresolved core issues leave the future uncertain.
16 Jan 2025 - 1:42PM
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Middle East
‘New era’: Iraq PM says he will sign security deal with Britain
Mohammed Shia al-Sudani touts Iraq-UK ties in London visit, will sign security and strategic partnership deals.
14 Jan 2025 - 12:39PM
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Middle East
At UN, Israel accuses Hezbollah of trying to rebuild with Iran’s help
Israel’s UN ambassador urges action against arms smuggling amid 60-day ceasefire in Lebanon.
14 Jan 2025 - 9:57AM
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European Union
Iran, European powers hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks ahead of Trump return
Iran and European powers hold talks in Geneva on lifting sanctions and nuclear issues.
14 Jan 2025 - 12:40PM
United States
US limits AI chip sales to China, others, as Nvidia slams ‘sweeping overreach’
New controls go beyond China, setting quotas for about 120 countries; exports to 18 allies including Japan, UK, the Netherlands are exempt.
14 Jan 2025 - 4:51PM
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Italy
Italy releases Iranian wanted by US in deadly drone attack on troops
Iranian Mohammad Abedini was arrested in Italy last month at the behest of the US for supplying parts for drone used in 2024 attack.
13 Jan 2025 - 2:45PM
Afghanistan
Biden spoke to families of Americans detained in Afghanistan
The US has been negotiating with the Taliban to exchange three Americans for a high-profile prisoner held in Guantanamo Bay.
13 Jan 2025 - 2:28PM
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United States
Jimmy Carter honoured at state funeral as US mourns former president
President Joe Biden praised the late US leader for rising above politics in his ‘mission to serve and shape the world’.
10 Jan 2025 - 12:26PM
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Japan
Japan gangster may face life behind bars over bid to sell nuke material to Iran
Takeshi Ebisawa admitted at his plea that he ‘brazenly trafficked’ material including weapons-grade plutonium out of Myanmar.
9 Jan 2025 - 2:44PM
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War and conflict
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China can help Syria transform from conflict corridor to bridge of commerce
An inclusive, tolerant Syria and a China-led grand coalition to rebuild and revive the economy could see regional strife give way to prosperity.
7 Jan 2025 - 8:30PM
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