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Vienna talks: Iran says strong agreement possible if Americans are ‘realistic’

Mar 16, 2022 03:44

Iran’s foreign minister says that a good strong agreement can be reached on restoring the US-abandoned Iran deal through the Vienna talks if the American side is realistic.
China calls on US not to harm Beijing’s interests while dealing with Russia

Mar 15, 2022 13:49

China has called on the United States not to harm Beijing’s legitimate rights and interests while dealing with Russia over its ongoing military offensive against Ukraine.
Russia takes full control of Kherson in Ukraine as war enters 20th day

Mar 15, 2022 10:32

Russia’s Defense Ministry says its troops have taken control of Ukraine’s southern region of Kherson as the Russian military campaign enters its 20th day.
US: China will face consequences if it helps Russia evade sanctions

Mar 14, 2022 09:47

The United States says China will face consequences if it helps Russia evade sanctions imposed by Washington and its allies in response to Moscow’s military operation in Ukraine.
Millions locked down as China wrestles worst virus outbreak in two years

Mar 14, 2022 06:47

China has placed millions of people under lockdown to stem a surge in coronavirus infections, following a two-fold rise in the number of cases nationwide to nearly 3,400.
Iran and SCO sign protocol to start accession process for Tehran

Mar 13, 2022 03:51

Iran and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have started a formal process for Tehran’s accession to the major economic bloc.
Iran, P4+1 announce pause in Vienna talks on JCPOA revival

Mar 11, 2022 12:20

Iran and the P4+1 group of countries have announced a pause in the Vienna talks on a possible revival of the 2015 Iran deal, with Tehran saying that all relevant parties will concentrate on a “successful conclusion” of the diplomatic process.
Study shows COVID-19 infection linked to brain shrinkage, cognitive decline

Mar 10, 2022 12:16

A new study published in the journal Nature shows an association between brain size and structure among those infected by the COVID-19 virus.
Iran in talks with Taliban to resume 'Silk Road' rail project

Mar 09, 2022 02:53

Iran is in talks with the Taliban to extend a rail link from its border city of Khaf to the Afghan city of Herat, an official has said.
China warns US against establishing Pacific NATO

Mar 08, 2022 04:08

China has warned the United States against trying to build a Pacific version of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and urged Washington to stop its interference in Chinese Taipei (Taiwan).