News | From growing Iran–China relations to U.S. halting issuance of all types of visas for Palestinians

Pars Today – The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran described Tehran–Beijing relations as very good and steadily growing.

The opening of the Shanghai Summit with a speech by the President of China, the suspension by the United States of all types of visas for Palestinians, the latest report on the earthquake in Afghanistan, the full support of the Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament for the weapons of the Resistance, and the determination of Iranian and Chinese leaders to strengthen bilateral relations—these are among the highlights of the latest news from Iran and the world that you will read in this news package from Pars Today.

Pezeshkian: There is no gap between the people of Iran and Pakistan

Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, said on Monday in a meeting with the Prime Minister of Pakistan that Iranian officials feel there is no distance between the peoples of the two countries, adding: “We are eager to see bilateral relations strengthened and deepened in all fields and for obstacles to expanding cooperation to be removed.”

The Prime Minister of Pakistan, in this meeting held in China, stated that Iran and Pakistan, as two members of the Islamic bloc in the region, can—and indeed must—cooperate in achieving lofty Islamic objectives. He emphasized that cooperation between the two countries in various fields is progressing in the right direction.

Nabih Berri: The Resistance’s weapons are our honor and dignity

The Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament, in remarks on the 47th anniversary of the kidnapping of Imam Musa al-Sadr and his companions, expressed support for the weapons of the Resistance and warned about the provocative activities of certain groups in Lebanon backed by Tel Aviv.

Nabih Berri, while cautioning against seditionist moves, said: “Be careful that ignorance and fanaticism do not mix, leading to actions that bring destruction. We warn against hateful positions that pose a danger to Lebanon, and the weapons of the Resistance are what liberate our land. The Resistance’s weapons are our honor and dignity, and any discussion about them must take place in a calm atmosphere. We oppose threats and targeting the national charter while ignoring the constitution.”

U.S. halts issuance of all types of visas for Palestinians

U.S. officials announced that the White House has stopped issuing all types of visas for Palestinians. The new regulations prevent Palestinians from obtaining U.S. visas for medical treatment, university education, visiting friends or relatives, and business. Previously, the Trump administration had also opposed issuing visas for Palestinian officials to attend the United Nations General Assembly.

Chief of Yemen’s Joint Chiefs of Staff: Israel has opened the gates of hell for itself

Major General Mohammed Abdulkarim Al-Ghamari, Chief of the General Staff of the Yemeni Army, emphasized that the Zionist enemy, by martyring the Prime Minister and government ministers in Sana’a, has opened the gates of hell for itself. He added: “Our response will be severe and painful, incorporating effective and impactful strategic options.”

Shanghai Summit opens with speech by Chinese President

The summit of heads of state of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) began with a speech by the President of China. On Monday, Xi Jinping chaired the 25th SCO Summit in the northern port city of Tianjin, China.

Baqaei: Iran–China relations are growing

The spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran described Tehran–Beijing relations as very good and steadily growing, stating: “The aspirations of the leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization are based on upholding the rule of law at the international level and shared values.”

In an exclusive interview with China’s Xinhua News Agency, Esmaeil Baqaei also announced that the two countries’ 25-year cooperation agreement is currently being implemented and making progress.

Trump’s effort to change voting methods in the U.S.

Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced that he will sign an executive order requiring voter identification for every ballot. In a post on the social media platform Truth, he also stated: “There will be no more mail-in voting except for those who are seriously ill and for military personnel serving in remote locations.”

India’s Commerce Minister: New Delhi will not bow to the U.S.

India’s Commerce Minister announced that the country will “not bow to the United States” and will instead focus on tapping into new markets. Speaking at a construction industry event in New Delhi, Piyush Goyal said: “If anyone wants, India is always ready to have a free trade agreement with them.”

Latest report on earthquake in Afghanistan; at least 250 dead and hundreds injured

According to Afghan media, at least 250 people have been killed and hundreds more injured following a 6.1-magnitude earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan on Sunday night. Meanwhile, Reuters, citing officials from the acting Afghan government, reported concerns that the death toll from Sunday night’s earthquake in eastern Afghanistan could reach several hundred.