Wildfires Threaten Homes in Oregon, California, Prompting Hundreds of Evacuations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands of homes in Northern California wine country and central Oregon were under evacuation orders and warnings Sunday as firefighting crews battled wildfires in dry, hot weather.
Nearly 800 Dead, Over 1,000 Injured in Rain-Related Incidents in Pakistan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 799 people died and 1,080 others were injured in rain-related incidents and floods across Pakistan since June 26 this year, said the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday.
New Zealand Post Suspends Deliveries to US over Tariffs
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – New Zealand’s postal service said it had suspended most deliveries to the United States, citing uncertainty over the impact of US President Donald Trump’s looming tariffs.
Trump Takes Aim at US Media Outlets, Hints at Network License Revocations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump accused major television networks on Sunday of biased coverage and suggested they should lose their broadcast licenses.
West Interested in Ukraine’s Security Guarantees, Not Peace Initiatives: Russian Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Western countries are only concerned about security guarantees for Ukraine and have no interest in peace initiatives, Vitaly Ganchev, head of the Kharkov Region’s military and civilian administration said.
South Korea Tells China It Wants to Normalize Ties, Upgrade Economic Relations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – South Korea hopes to normalize relations with China that have been strained in recent years, a special envoy from Seoul told Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Sunday, and agreed to boost economic cooperation, Seoul's foreign ministry said.
Polish President Blocks Bill on Extending Aid to Ukrainian Refugees
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Polish President Karol Nawrocki blocked a draft law that would extend special status and benefits for Ukrainians who arrived in Poland after February 2022.
World Bank Approves $47.9 Million Grant to Boost Education in Pakistan’s Punjab Province
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The World Bank said on Monday it had approved a $47.9 million grant to support education reforms in Pakistan’s Punjab province, aiming to expand access to schooling, strengthen teacher training, and improve learning outcomes for millions of children.
Indonesian Police Clash with Protesters against Parliamentarians' Salaries
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Police fired tear gas and used a water cannon to push back hundreds of demonstrators trying to break into Indonesia's parliament building on Monday to protest against what they called excessive pay and perks for legislators, witnesses said.
Indonesia, US, Allies Launch Joint Military Drills
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Indonesia and the United States launched joint military drills on Monday that will last more than a week, joining allies from 11 countries in exercises they say are aimed at ensuring stability in the Asia-Pacific region.
China Says ‘Rampant’ US Protectionism Threatens Agricultural Ties
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US protectionism is undermining agricultural cooperation with China, Beijing’s ambassador to Washington said, warning that farmers should not bear the price of the trade war between the world’s two largest economies.
Pentagon Working on Plans for Military Deployment in Chicago, Washington Post Reports
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Pentagon is working on plans to deploy the US military to Chicago as US President Donald Trump says he is cracking down on crime, homelessness and undocumented immigration, the Washington Post reported on Saturday.
Pakistan FM Holds Talks with Bangladeshi Officials during ‘Historic’ Visit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has held talks with top Bangladeshi officials and politicians, including the foreign affairs adviser, Touhid Hossain, as the two South Asian nations aim to reset relations amid Dhaka’s fraying ties with India.
South Korean Prosecutors Seek Arrest of Ex-PM Han over Martial Law
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – South Korean prosecutors have filed an arrest warrant for former prime minister Han Duck-soo over his alleged role in ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration.
Russia Says West Trying to ‘Block’ Ukraine Peace Talks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Western countries on Sunday of trying to “block” peace negotiations to end the Ukraine conflict, after a flurry of diplomatic activity appeared to stall.
US Does Not Allow Kiev to Strike Inside Russia by ATACMS Missiles since Late Spring
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Pentagon has not allowed Ukraine for several months to use US ATACMS missiles to deliver long-range strikes into the Russian territory, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) said, citing sources.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Supervises Test of New Antiair Missiles
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised the test-firing of two types of new antiair missiles, state media said Sunday, displaying his expanding military capabilities as the South Korean and US militaries carry out joint drills.
US Judge Blocks Trump from Cutting Funding from 34 Cities, Counties over ‘Sanctuary’ Policies
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A US judge ruled late Friday the Trump administration cannot deny funding to Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles and 30 other cities and counties because of policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration efforts.
