News | Pezeshkian: Pressure on Iran is an injustice; India and China agree to counter US tariffs

Pars Today – The President of Iran stated that Iran's definitive policy towards Armenia is to strengthen and deepen friendly relations and expand cooperation, adding: "Very constructive and beneficial agreements were reached during the consultations held between Iran and Armenia."

"Masoud Pezeshkian," the President of Iran, stated on Tuesday afternoon during a meeting with "Vahagn Khachaturyan," the President of Armenia: "Bullying countries accuse the Islamic Republic of Iran, which fully adheres to the framework of international law and obligations, and place pressure on it, while turning a blind eye to the crimes of the Zionist regime in Gaza and other countries in the region."

According to Pars Today, the President of Iran, emphasizing that the definitive policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran towards Armenia is to strengthen and deepen friendly relations and expand cooperation, added: "Iran has always emphasized and continues to emphasize the preservation of Armenia's territorial integrity. This visit was also carried out to emphasize the friendship between the two countries and to strive for expanding cooperation, and we are pleased that very constructive and beneficial agreements were reached during the consultations that took place."

27 martyred in terrorist attack on worshippers at a mosque in nNorthern Nigeria

Nigerian health officials announced that on Tuesday, during an attack by armed assailants on a mosque in Katsina State, northern Nigeria, at least 27 people were martyred and several others were wounded. Local residents stated that the armed individuals stormed the mosque in a remote village in the Malumfashi district around 4:00 AM GMT, while Muslims had gathered for prayers, and opened fire on the worshippers. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack yet.

Tensions in Australia-Israel relations

Amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Australia, Tel Aviv has revoked the visas of Australian diplomats, an action that prompted a response from Australia's Foreign Minister. In reaction to this move by the Zionist regime, Penny Wong, Australia's Foreign Minister, stated: "At a time when dialogue and diplomacy are needed more than ever, Benjamin Netanyahu is isolating Israel and undermining international efforts for peace." Penny Wong added: "We will continue to cooperate with partners while simultaneously helping to advance a two-state solution, a ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of Israeli prisoners."

Mobilization of 60,000 Zionist reserve forces for operations in Gaza

Zionist media outlets reported that tens of thousands of reserve forces from the regime's military have been called up for the coming days to carry out operations aimed at the complete occupation of Gaza City. The source, noting that the Israeli military is preparing to issue tens of thousands of mobilization orders for reserve forces to expand its operations in the Gaza Strip, added: "Approximately 60,000 reserve soldiers will be mobilized for this operation." The army radio of the Zionist regime, referring to the 70,000 reserve troops currently serving in the Israeli military, stated: "This number will increase to nearly 130,000 with the addition of the newly mobilized reserve forces." This order will take effect from September 1 and will extend the service of reserve forces currently on the battlefield by an additional 40 days.

India and China agree to strengthen trade ties

India and China have reached an agreement to resume direct flights between the two countries and increase the flow of trade and investment. India's Ministry of External Affairs announced that the two countries will resume direct flights, enhance trade and investment—including reopening border trade at three designated points—and facilitate visa issuance. Direct flights between India and China were suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. India's Ministry of External Affairs also stated that border negotiations included issues related to the withdrawal of troops from both sides along the Himalayan border, border demarcation, and border management affairs.

United Nations: We welcome Ukraine peace efforts

A spokesperson for the United Nations welcomed the efforts for peace between Ukraine and Russia taking place in Washington, stating that negotiations must be "inclusive." Stéphane Dujarric emphasized that António Guterres greatly appreciates U.S. President Donald Trump's focus on reaching a peaceful settlement in Ukraine through the summits held last week. Dujarric said: "For Guterres, it is very important that all parties involved continue to actively engage, and we want to have an inclusive dialogue to maintain the important momentum toward achieving an immediate ceasefire and sustainable peace."