Pope Leo XIV sharply criticized leaders who use religion to justify wars. His remarks came after a controversial AI-generated image shared by Donald Trump sparked debate. Pope Leo XIV said the world is being dragged toward destruction due to the war policies of “a handful of tyrants.” The Pope’s statements followed a now-deleted AI-generated image...
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that military operations could resume if Iran refuses an agreement, emphasizing that the blockade would continue “as long as necessary” and that Tehran’s military movements are being closely monitored. Hegseth signaled that both military and economic pressure on Iran will persist. He noted that if Iran does not...
In the United Kingdom, government officials are reportedly preparing for scenarios in which food supply disruptions could occur if the Iran war continues. Particular concern has been raised over products such as chicken and pork. A government source stated that contingency plans are being developed in case the ongoing conflict with Iran leads to disruptions...
The Kremlin has expressed regret over Moldova’s decision to officially withdraw from the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on the development in a statement to Russian media, addressing Moldova’s decision to leave the CIS. Responding to a question about the Kremlin’s reaction, Peskov simply said, “We are sorry.” Earlier, Moldova’s...
The Israeli Supreme Court has begun hearing a petition seeking the dismissal of far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over alleged interference in the police force. The panel of judges decided to hold the session behind closed doors due to potential security concerns during the hearing, while allowing the proceedings to be broadcast live. Before...
A massive supertanker on the sanctions list violated the U.S. blockade and safely reached its destination. An Iranian VLCC-class supertanker under U.S. sanctions entered Iranian territorial waters after crossing the high seas and the Strait of Hormuz. The move, which undermined Washington’s blockade targeting Iran’s coasts, took place in the Strait of Hormuz—one of the...
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his visit to Beijing. Following the meeting, Lavrov made statements to the press. As part of his Beijing visit, Lavrov was received by Xi Jinping. Speaking at a press conference after the meeting, he addressed key issues on the international agenda. Regarding...
An official from the Russian Foreign Ministry, Logvinov, stated that Western countries have brought the Secretariat of the United Nations (UN) under their influence. Kirill Logvinov, Director of the Department of International Organizations at the Russian Foreign Ministry, told Sputnik that Western countries impose initiatives within international organizations that serve their own interests, without taking...
Slovenian National Assembly Speaker Stevanovic stated that they had promised citizens a referendum on leaving NATO and that they intend to fulfill this promise. Zoran Stevanovic, the newly elected Speaker of Slovenia’s National Assembly and leader of the anti-European Union Truth Party, said in an interview with a local television channel that they would resist...
According to Israeli media reports, Benjamin Netanyahu said at the start of today’s cabinet meeting that the ceasefire between Iran and the United States “could change in an instant.” Netanyahu stated that U.S. Vice President JD Vance briefed him on his way back from talks with Iran in Pakistan. Expressing support for U.S. President Donald...