Khamenei drafts plan to flee Iran - report
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei may escape Iran, The Times reported citing an intelligence report.
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Raids to seize illegal weapons conducted in Turkey
Large-scale operations to combat arms smuggling were carried out in 14 Turkish provinces, Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced.
Iran launches government support program to support population
Iran has launched a 15-point comprehensive government support program aimed at ensuring food security, improving living conditions, and strengthening economic stability amid ongoing pressure, the Iranian presidential administration said.
Syria begins official rollout of new currency
Syria’s central bank officially began the exchange of the country’s new currency, following months of preparations.
Israeli forces target Hezbollah militant in Southern Lebanon
Israeli military authorities have confirmed a strike conducted on Saturday against a Hezbollah militant in southern Lebanon's Al-Khiyam region.
Uzbekistan Airways eases domestic flight ticketing regulations
Uzbekistan's national carrier has implemented revised domestic flight regulations effective 2026, permitting passengers to utilize subsequent ticket segments following missed connections.
Tbilisi New Year Village to operate until January 14
Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze has announced that the New Year Village will continue welcoming visitors through January 14.
Protests in Iran escalate into unrest
Iranian media reports increase in violence during protest gatherings that began late last year following the devaluation of the rial. Such incidents have been recorded in a number of cities across the country.
Ilham Aliyev expresses condolences over Crans-Montana fire
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolence to President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin over the tragic fire that broke out in Crans-Montana on January 1.
Vehicles movement restricted at Upper Lars
Currently, it is allowed in one direction
6 provinces of Armenia affected by power outages amid snowfall
Earlier, heavy snowfall hit the republic
Georgia expresses condolences to Switzerland following resort tragedy
Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili noted that Tbilisi joins the nationwide mourning
Iranian police tries to reach out to protesters
Police officers are ready for bold actions against protesters
7 people injured in firecracker explosions in Dagestan
On the night of December 31-January 1, a series of firecracker incidents occurred in Dagestan
Rusprodsoyuz: Türkiye is main supplier of tangerines to Russia
Turkish suppliers maintained primary position in Russia's tangerine import market through late 2025, accounting for nearly half of all shipments.
Russian UN Mission expresses condolences regarding Swiss resort tragedy
Russia's Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva has conveyed official condolences regarding the fatal fire incident at Switzerland's Crans-Montana resort.
Traditional donut festival to be held in Kislovodsk
Residents and visitors of Kislovodsk will have the opportunity to participate in a donut festival throughout the New Year holidays.
Nearly 50 trains delayed on North Caucasus Railway due to heavy snowfall
Abnormal snowfall in southern Russia has caused significant disruptions on the North Caucasus Railway, with nearly 50 trains delayed as of the evening of January 1.
Fire breaks out at Yerevan Airport
According to Armenian media, a fire that erupted at Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan was successfully extinguished on January 1.
Snowstorms halt transport between Russia and Georgia
The Military-Georgian Road is closed due to relentless snowstorms in the southern part of the North Caucasus - all traffic has been halted on the route. This includes the section from Vladikavkaz to Verkhny Lars.
