US Urges Russia to Join Efforts to Counter Iran
May 24, 2019 at 02:16 PM
The war of words between the US and Iran intensified earlier in the month after the Pentagon deployed an aircraft carrier strike group and a bomber task force near Iran in response to what Washington called a potential threat from Tehran. Read More »
Police Fire Tear Gas to Disperse Protesters in Indonesia's Jakarta - Reports
May 24, 2019 at 10:35 AM
Protesters took to the streets in central Jakarta following a rally held after official results confirmed President Joko Widodo's re-election, Reuters reported Tuesday. Read More »
6 dead, 200 injured as Indonesia gripped by post-election riots (VIDEOS, PHOTOS)
May 23, 2019 at 12:07 PM
Jakarta has descended into violent chaos with angry mobs torching cars and firing missiles and Molotov cocktails at police in post-election skirmishes. So far, six people have been confirmed dead and a further 200 injured. Read More »
Widodo Wins Indonesian Presidential Election - Official Tally
May 23, 2019 at 10:06 AM
Incumbent Indonesian President Joko Widodo won his country's election with 55.5 percent of the vote against 44.5 percent for his challenger, retired General Prabowo Subianto, according to the election commission, which reported the official count early on Tuesday, cited by Reuters. Read More »
‘It would mark the end of Iraq’: Shia Clerics warn against US war with Iran
May 21, 2019 at 12:58 PM
As Washington and Tehran trade threats, a number of influential Iraqi Shia leaders have warned that a conflict between the US and Iran would be disastrous for Iraq, possibly destroying the country beyond repair. Read More »
US president tweets World War 3
May 21, 2019 at 12:55 PM
The global arrogance displayed by the President of the US Donald Trump was not just unbecoming of a great country like the USA, it displayed hubris on an astounding scale. Read More »
Ex-CIA Director Warns Iran to Be ‘Very Careful’ Amid Rising Tensions with US
May 21, 2019 at 10:13 AM
Former CIA Director David Petraeus warned Iran that it is going to have to be “very careful” in its responses to the US’ pressure campaign in recent months. Read More »
Iran wants peace but not ‘afraid’ of war – Revolutionary Guards chief
May 20, 2019 at 12:44 PM
Iran does not want war with the United States, the head of the elite Revolutionary Guards has claimed, adding that Washington lacks the “will” to fight Tehran. Read More »
If Tehran wants to fight, that'll be the official end of Iran, Trump warns
May 20, 2019 at 12:37 PM
President Donald Trump has warned Tehran that it would be "the official end" of the Islamic Republic if it threatens the US, just as Washington builds up its military presence near Iran, under national security pretext. Read More »
Saudi Arabia ready to confront Iran with ‘all strength & determination’
May 20, 2019 at 10:13 AM
Riyadh will confront Tehran with “all strength and determination” if need be, the Kingdom’s FM warned after the crown prince received a call from Washington in which the sides discussed ways to ensure regional “security.” Read More »
