War in Iran will trigger food crisis - Ambassador
Turkish Ambassador to Moscow Tanju Bilgiç warned that the ongoing conflict between Iran, the USA, and Israel poses a serious threat to global food supplies
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Passage through Strait of Hormuz to become tolled
Ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz will be subject to a toll under the new law that the Iranian Majlis (Parliament) will adopt soon, member of the Iranian parliament’s Committee for Foreign Policy and National Security Alaeddin Boroujerdi said.
Türkiye, Middle Eastern countries prepare to bolster US-Iran negotiations
Ankara and Middle Eastern officials have initiated preparations for measures intended to enhance the potential for dialogue between Iran and the USA.
Pakistan hosts regional talks on Middle East crisis - media
According to CNN, Pakistan has led the Middle East peace talks involving Egypt, Türkiye, and Saudi Arabia
Washington considers extended ground operations against Iran - media
The Washington Post reports that the USA is getting ready to conduct ground operations on Kharg Island and along the coastal regions of the Persian Gulf. This operation could last up to two months.
US marines arrive in the Middle East
A US Navy amphibious assault ship carrying several thousand Marines has arrived in the Middle East
Araghchi, Mirzoyan hold telephone conversation
The diplomats touched upon a number of humanitarian issues
Mediators to meet on Iran in Islamabad
Pakistan will host Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt for talks on March 29-30 on the Iran war as Islamabad positions itself as a potential venue for U.S.-Iran negotiations on the month-old conflict.
Moscow warns UN Security Council of Bushehr NPP strikes danger
Russia has noted threats to nuclear safety in the wake of the strikes in the immediate vicinity of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant at closed consultations at the UN Security Council, its Permanent Mission to the world organization said.
US sends third aircraft carrier to Middle East - report
The United States will send a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East, CBS News reported citing multiple sources.
Hotels in Middle East may be targeted by Iran - media
Iran has issued a warning regarding potential attacks on hotels located in the Persian Gulf. This alert specifically targets hotels accommodating US military personnel, according to Fars news agency.
Witkoff believes in agreement with Iran
According to Steve Witkoff, the situation surrounding the Middle East conflict is at a turning point. Iran, according to the politician, may accept US conditions.
Iran responds to US 15-point peace plan
Iranian authorities have responded to Washington's peace proposals, which aim to end the Middle East conflict.
Middle East conflict escalating along worst-case scenario - Peskov
The conflict in the Middle East is currently developing according to a worst-case scenario, according to the Kremlin.
Iran hits US facilities in Saudi Arabia - report
U.S. buildings and facilities have come under attack in Saudi Arabia, the Press TV broadcaster reported on Thursday.
Attacks on Iran's critical infrastructure unacceptable - Shoigu
Strikes on Iran’s essential infrastructure aimed at exerting military pressure on the country are unacceptable, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu said.
Middle East war 'out of control' - Guterres
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the war in Iran is "out of control," cautioning that the world faces the prospect of a far broader confrontation.
Demand for Russian oil increasing - Peskov
The demand for Russian oil is high globally and Russia may soon find it difficult to satisfy it, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Qatar denies mediating US-Iran talks - report
Qatar said it is not mediating between the United States and Iran, rejecting claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington is engaged in talks with Tehran.
Strait of Hormuz open to all, but with exceptions, Araghchi says
Restrictions apply only to countries at war with Iran
