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British PM faces mounting pressure as parliament reconvenes
Johnson faced lawmakers hours after the opening of the parliament as both the main opposition Labour Party and the Scottish Nationalist Party called for him to resign.
Security Council debate highlights preventive measures in counter-terrorism
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the terror threat as “evolving,” saying “the new frontier is cyber-terrorism: the use of social media and the dark web to coordinate attacks, spread propaganda and recruit new followers.”
Over 700 Yemeni civilians killed in 2019: UN
“It is unfortunate that tragedies take place in Yemen as world leaders gather for UN General Assembly to promote peace,” says a humanitarian coordinator in Yemen.
Johnson heads home early to face political heat after dramatic day in UK highest court
Johnson remained adamant that he will not resign in the wake of the court ruling that his shutdown of Parliament was unlawful despite demands for him to quit from almost every opposition party at Westminster.
U.S. House Speaker Pelosi announces formal impeachment inquiry against Trump
Pelosi said “the actions of the Trump presidency revealed the dishonorable fact of the president’s betrayal of his oath of office, betrayal of our national security, and betrayal of the integrity of our elections.”
Trump says no meeting scheduled with Iran’s Rouhani
Washington on Friday announced the latest round of maximum pressure campaign against Tehran, including sanctions targeting Iran’s central bank and its national development fund as well as the deployment of more U.S. military assets to the Gulf
Britain’s Labour leader wins crucial “wait and see” strategy on Brexit
It means Labour members endorsing Corbyn’s stance to stay neutral while negotiating a new deal if Labour wins the next election. The party would then put the deal to a new referendum, with an option to stay in the EU on the ballot paper.
Pompeo: US troops in Gulf are for defence; Iran is to present Gulf security plan at UN
Johnson blames Iran for Aramco attacks saying sanctions, military force also possible
Grenade attack injures 16 in Colombia
A number of 14 civilians and two police officers were injured, Fabian Ospina, police commander of the department, told local media over the phone.
Iran says “Hormuz Peace Initiative” seeks durable peace in region
Iran will propose “Hormuz Peace Initiative” at the UN General Assembly, which aims at securing the regional peace.
137 people arrested as “Yellow Vest” renews in Paris
7,500 police officers have been poured in and armored vehicles were deployed to handle more threats of rioting. A brief standoff erupted when anti-riot police fired tear gas to prevent some demonstrators from cruising to adjacent streets.
Iran urges regional cooperation, exit of foreign forces
Foreign forces in the region cause problems and insecurity for regional nations and endanger the maritime and energy security, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says.
China’s “70 years of miracles” inspired my book: Egyptian author
Egyptian columnist and writer Kamal Gaballa is to release a book “70 Years of Miracles” to show what he has witnessed in visits to China, on the occasion of 70th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
Iran urges regional cooperation, exit of foreign forces
Foreign forces in the region cause problems and insecurity for regional nations and endanger the maritime and energy security, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says.
China, Solomon Islands establish diplomatic ties
The communique was signed by Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Solomon Islands’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade Jeremiah Manele after they held talks.
Cuba to respond to U.S. expulsion of its UN diplomats, says FM
“These are totally unjustified and illegitimate actions, slandering our diplomats and our country,” Rodriguez said.
Xi calls for restraint after attacks on Saudi oil facilities
Xi made the remarks in phone talks with Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who briefed him about the incident. The attacks on Saudi oil facilities have had an impact on the situation in the Gulf region and on the international energy market, he said.
Pompeo discusses Aramco attack’s consequences with Bin Salman in Jeddah
France sends experts to join investigations on attack
Israelis vote in repeat election can shake Netanyahu’s 10-year domination of politics
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing battle for political survival in closely fought election
Italy arrests 3 men including 2 Egyptians for torturing migrants in Libya
The three captors, aged between 24 and 27, include two Egyptians and one Guinean man, have been accused of torture, kidnapping, and mistreating dozens of people.
Ankara’s summit between Russia, Turkey, Iran highlights need of lasting truce in Syria
Rewriting Syria’s Constitution part of political solution, says Putin
French FM meets Al-Sisi, Egyptian, French FMs strongly condemn attack on Saudi Aramco
Egypt, French FMs held a press conference on regional issues, enhancing investments
Trump discusses possibility of starting mutual defence treaty with Israel
“I had a call with Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss the possibility of moving forward with a Mutual Defense Treaty, between the US and Israel,” Trump tweeted.
As US marks 18th anniversary of 9/11 attacks, what lies ahead for Al-Qaeda
The 911 attacks were conducted by the militant group of Al-Qaeda which is considered as one of the fiercest jihadi organisations in the world and includes thousands of fighters
Trump fires his national security adviser over “strong disagreement”
‘I informed John Bolton that his services are no longer needed at White House,’ Trump tweeted
Russian air strikes target defiant jihadists in Latakia
Local Syrian media cites jihadists’ strikes against military as reason of breaking ceasefire
Turkey, US conduct joint patrols in northern Syria ‘safe zone’
Syria condemned manoeuvres saying joint patrols are “flagrant violation” of Syrian sovereignty
Iran announces third step of reducing JCPOA commitments
Four measures were adopted, of which one related to centrifuge machines, says Kamalvandi
Trump’s administration sanctions Iran space agencies, shipping network
US accuses Tehran of using them as a cover-up for missile development.
Johnson to push for a snap election following humiliating parliament defeat
‘I am determined to lead this country forward, take Britain out of the EU on October 31st,’ says Johnson