PKK says it will lay down arms and disband: Report
The PKK has been at the center of one of the longest-running conflicts in the region.
Middle East
US
Closure of USIP dims American soft power abroad, former officials warn
The dismantling of the institute followed the March 17 takeover of its Washington headquarters by DOGE.
US
Bill Gates pledges $200 billion by 2045, warns U.S. aid cuts are putting lives at risk
Philanthropist criticizes Elon Musk for gutting foreign aid programs, says private charity can't replace government action.
Europe
Ukraine quiet as Russia-declared ceasefire takes hold
The three-day cease-fire, announced unilaterally by Moscow to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in.
US
Former member of Afghanistan’s security forces killed in parking dispute in Texas
The victim, identified as 31-year-old Abdul Rahman Waziri, was living with his family at an apartment complex in west Houston.
Asia
Iran presses for release of citizens held by Taliban, foreign ministry says
Esmail Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, told reporters that the number of Iranians imprisoned in Afghanistan was “not even.
Asia
Death toll rises to 28 after blast, fire at Iranian port
Officials initially attributed the blast to a fire in a warehouse containing hazardous and chemical materials.
West Asia
Fire in Bandar Abbas port largely contained, officials say
“What remains is mop-up and ensuring no residual heat sources remain,” officials said.
Asia
Araghchi describes Iran’s nuclear talks with US as ‘more serious’ than before
Speaking after the third round of talks concluded Saturday evening in Muscat, the capital of Oman, Araghchi said the negotiations.
Middle East, Uncategorized
Casualties from explosion at Iranian port surge to 516, state media report
The explosion occurred Saturday afternoon near the Shahid Rajaee port in Bandar Abbas, a key shipping hub along the Strait.