دسته: eurasia

Newsweek: Iran and Russia Launch Military Drills to Send Message to the United States

Newsweek reports: Iran-Russia military exercise launched to send a message to ⁢the United States.

According⁢ to the English section of webangah‌ News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency, Newsweek reported on Monday that ‍Iran and Russia have commenced joint naval exercises in the Caspian Sea. this‍ naval drill conveys a message of military cooperation between Iranian and Russian forces to the United States, occurring just weeks after ⁣Washington aligned with Israel in attacks on Iranian nuclear sites.

The American publication added⁤ that after the 12-day conflict during which U.S. forces ⁤targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities, Tehran has sought to strengthen its military capabilities. ‌Iran is⁢ pursuing support from⁣ russia and China to counter ⁢U.S. military and economic⁢ pressure.

Newsweek also ⁣noted ⁢that earlier, Iranian foreign Minister Abbas⁣ Araghchi met with⁤ Russian and Chinese officials on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Association (SCO) security summit. He called for unified opposition to U.S. military actions and deeper strategic coordination among member states.

News Sources: ©⁢ webangah News Agency,Mehr News Agency,Newsweek,

جولای 21, 2025

Oliyanov: European Troika Has No Right to Activate the Snapback Mechanism

Russia’s‍ representative to international ⁢organizations in Vienna emphasized that the European Troika (the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) ⁢has no legal or moral right to activate the so-called ‍snapback⁢ mechanism.

According to the English section⁤ of webangah news Agency, citing Mehr News Agency, Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia’s permanent representative to international organizations based ⁢in Vienna, reiterated on Monday ‌via a repost of Abbas Araghchi’s message on X that the European Troika-comprising the UK, France, and⁣ Germany-has neither legal ⁤nor ethical grounds to trigger the so-called snapback mechanism aimed at reinstating ‍previous sanctions against ⁢Iran.

Meanwhile, Abbas Araghchi,‌ Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, emphasized in a message posted on X that he sent a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, the UN security Council ⁢president, the High ‍Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and members of the UN Security Council. In this letter, he outlined why these three European countries lack any legal, ⁢political or moral standing to invoke JCPOA mechanisms or‍ UNSC Resolution 2231 (the resolution endorsing the 2015 nuclear agreement).

News Sources: ©‌ webangah⁤ News Agency

جولای 21, 2025

Moscow Does Not Rule Out Putin-Trump Meeting in Beijing

The Kremlin spokesperson states that if the U.S. president visits China in September,a meeting between⁤ the‌ presidents of the United States and Russia is absolutely ⁣possible.

The⁣ English section of webangah News Agency reports, citing Mehr News Agency and TASS, that Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin spokesperson, said a meeting⁤ between President donald Trump and⁣ President Vladimir ⁣Putin could occur if Trump travels to China to attend the 80th anniversary party of Japan’s defeat in World War II.

Peskov stated: “We are preparing for a trip to Beijing.This trip is indeed on the president’s agenda. Though, we have not heard whether Trump intends to make this visit.”

He added, “If by chance he is there‍ as well, a⁤ meeting with Putin is⁤ possible.”

The Times had earlier reported that leaders of⁢ Russia, China, and ‌the United States might meet during Beijing’s ⁤Victory day commemorations.Peskov previously noted that the Kremlin was unaware ⁤of any ⁣plans for such a gathering.

News Sources: © webangah News Agency

جولای 21, 2025

Heavy Rain Paralyzes Moscow + Video

Heavy⁤ rainfall floods ⁤Russia’s⁢ capital for‍ the‌ second time in⁤ a week.

Moscow,Russia’s capital,faced widespread flooding again following heavy ⁤rains,marking the second such event in one week. This comes according ⁣to the ‍English section of webangah ‍News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and⁤ RT.

The Russian Federal service for Hydrometeorology reported that by 9 a.m.local time today, a meteorological station in Moscow had recorded rainfall equivalent to 33 percent of the city’s average ⁤monthly precipitation.

Videos circulating on social media show parking lots submerged‌ underwater,⁣ cars floating‌ in floodwaters, and pedestrians struggling to navigate flooded⁤ metro entrances.

According‌ to‌ meteorologists, the rain ⁣is expected to continue through the day. Moscow’s⁤ transportation authorities have urged residents to avoid ⁣driving ‌and‍ rather rely on public transit whenever possible.

A yellow weather ‌warning ‍remains in⁣ effect until 9 p.m. tonight for Moscow and its surrounding areas. Forecasters have also warned ⁤of⁤ strong winds exceeding ⁣15 meters per second as well as thunderstorms⁣ accompanied by hail.

Flash floods ‍last Tuesday caused similar disruptions throughout ⁤Moscow. Climate scientists⁤ have long cautioned that Russia ⁢is increasingly vulnerable to extreme weather events ‌like prolonged⁣ heatwaves and intense rainfall. Thay note that the⁤ country is warming at a rate approximately 2.5 times faster than the global average.

News Sources:⁤ © webangah News Agency, Mehr News Agency, RT,

جولای 21, 2025

Ali Larijani Meets with Vladimir Putin

The ⁤Kremlin spokesperson announced a meeting between the Russian president and the senior advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader.

According to the English section of webangah News Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Russia Today, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry peskov reported Sunday evening that Ali Larijani,⁤ senior advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, met with Russian President Vladimir ‌Putin in Moscow.

The ⁤Russian government spokesman stated that Putin met with Larijani today at the Kremlin. They assessed developments in the Middle ⁤East and discussed Iran’s nuclear program.

Peskov added that ⁣Putin reiterated Russia’s stance supporting regional stability and advocating a political solution regarding issues related to Iran’s nuclear program during this meeting.

News Sources: © webangah⁣ News ‍Agency

جولای 20, 2025

Moscow: Putin-Trump Meeting Is Essential

The Kremlin spokesperson emphasized the need for a meeting between the presidents‍ of Russia and the ⁣United States,stating that Moscow is ready to pursue‍ a peace⁣ agreement with Ukraine ⁢but that Russia’s primary goal remains achieving the objectives of ‍its special military operation.

Dmitry Peskov,Kremlin spokesperson,highlighted Russia’s ongoing special military operation in Ukraine and stressed that Moscow aims to fulfill the objectives of this operation.

He noted that the world has grown accustomed to the occasional “harsh” tone from former U.S. President Donald Trump. However, Trump continues to emphasize efforts toward securing a peace agreement involving Russia.

Peskov added that President Putin has repeatedly ⁢expressed his desire to swiftly move the resolution of the Ukraine crisis onto a peaceful path. He acknowledged this process will be lengthy, require effort,⁢ and will not be easy.

Furthermore, ⁣Peskov called a meeting between Presidents Putin and Trump essential for confirming important achievements so far but⁣ indicated these⁢ efforts are still ongoing and such a meeting will take place at an appropriate time.

The Russian diplomat concluded by saying: “Our main focus is achieving our goals,which are entirely clear.”

Last Monday, Trump⁤ adopted a tougher stance on Moscow by announcing new military aid for ‍Ukraine. This package⁤ includes Patriot air defense systems funded entirely ‌by NATO.⁤ He also ⁣claimed that ‍Russia has ⁣50 days to reach a peace agreement with Ukraine ⁣or face secondary sanctions.

‍News Sources: © webangah News Agency

جولای 20, 2025

Tsunami Warning Issued After Powerful Earthquakes Strike Russia

Following several powerful earthquakes along Russia’s Pacific coast, a tsunami warning has been issued ‍for parts of the‌ country.

The English ⁢section of webangah News⁣ Agency, citing Mehr News Agency and Al Jazeera, reported⁤ that⁢ after multiple strong‌ earthquakes struck⁤ Russia’s pacific coast and the Kamchatka region in the⁣ east, a tsunami warning was issued for certain areas of Russia.

The United States Geological‌ Survey (USGS) stated that this series of earthquakes included a 7.4-magnitude quake ⁤near‌ Russia’s eastern Pacific coast, followed‍ by two‌ others measuring 6.7 and 5.0 magnitude.The epicenter⁤ was located approximately 144 kilometers east of petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, ‍a city with more than 160,000 residents.

According to USGS, ‍these three quakes occurred within 32 minutes of each other. so far, there are no reports of casualties or injuries.

The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center has issued a⁣ tsunami alert for parts of Russia. A separate tsunami warning previously issued for Hawaii was ⁢lifted‌ shortly afterward.

News ‍Sources: © webangah News‍ Agency

جولای 20, 2025

6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Russia

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake shook a region in ⁤eastern Russia.

The German Research Center for Geosciences reported an earthquake measuring 6.6 magnitude ⁢in the Kamchatka region of eastern‌ Russia, according to the English section of webangah News Agency,citing Reuters‍ via Mehr News Agency.

The centre stated that the quake’s epicenter was located 10 ⁤kilometers underground. ‌Initial⁣ reports estimated its ⁢strength at 6.2 magnitude.

Following this event,⁣ another ⁢earthquake with a magnitude ⁤of ‌6.7 struck the east coast of Kamchatka, with its epicenter ⁣also at a depth of 10 kilometers.

The ⁣European-Mediterranean Seismological ⁤Centre ‌has reported ⁤the second⁣ quake’s magnitude as 7.4.

جولای 20, 2025

Aras Corridor Near Completion; Iran-Azerbaijan Relations at Their Best

The ‍President of the ⁢Republic of Azerbaijan emphasized in response to a ⁣mehr reporter⁤ that⁢ Tehran-Baku relations are at an excellent level ‍and will continue.

Mehr News Agency, International Desk – Azar Mahdavan: Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic ⁢of Azerbaijan, answered questions from mehr’s correspondent during the “Shusha Media Summit” held in the city of Khankendi.

the “Shusha media ⁣summit,” attended by journalists from various countries, is currently underway in Khankendi, Azerbaijan.

Aliyev referred to a recent visit ⁤by Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian to Khankendi ⁤as a positive event. Discussing Tehran-Baku⁣ relations, he stated: “Relations between Tehran and Baku are progressing very well. Our interactions with Iran are excellent, and these ties will continue.”

Regarding the advancement of the Aras Corridor along the Aras River, Aliyev saeid construction is proceeding smoothly. ⁢”From our⁤ side, this project is⁣ nearly‍ complete. We await completion on Iran’s portion by an Iranian company.”

He added that Azerbaijan has finished a critically important section between Aghband-Kalaleh-Julfa and⁣ anticipated that⁣ “this project will be operational by the end of this calendar year.”

According to Aliyev: “A route through Iranian territory toward Julfa is under construction and will soon open as a railway line.”

Closing‌ his ⁣remarks to Mehr’s journalist, Azeri‌ President ‍Aliyev requested: “Please convey my greetings to Mr. Masoud Pezeshkian,Honorable President of Iran,and our brothers in Iran.”

جولای 20, 2025

Russian TV Reveals Baku’s Cooperation with Kyiv in “Operation Spider Web

A Russian-language TV network reported on Azerbaijan’s cooperation with Ukraine in Kyiv’s complex “Spider’s Web” operation against Moscow.

According to the English section of⁣ webangah News Agency,⁣ citing Mehr News Agency and Manwal, a Russian-language television network revealed Azerbaijan’s collaboration with Ukraine in the “Spider’s Web” operation targeting Moscow.

Tsargrad TV reported that Azerbaijani migrants residing in Russia provided logistical support for Ukrainian forces during‍ this operation.

On the evening of‌ June ‌1,⁤ Ukraine launched an unprecedented campaign called “Spider’s⁣ Web” against four Russian airbases deep within Russian territory.

Designed and ‌executed by the Ukrainian Security Service (SBU),the operation led ⁢to ⁤the destruction or damage of more than 40‌ Russian military‍ aircraft,including strategic bombers and ⁣advanced reconnaissance planes.

جولای 20, 2025