Read the latest news from regional and global sources, presenting different voices and perspectives.
Iran policeman killed in clash in restive southeast
Bangladesh Sangsbad Sangstha
·
Iran policeman killed in clash in restive southeast TEHRAN, Aug 16, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - Gunmen in Iran's volatile southeast killed a police officer and wounded another in a shootout with security forces, news agencies reported Saturday. The clash...
China claims first roller sports gold at World Games
Xinhua News Agency
·
CHENGDU, Aug. 16 (Xinhua) -- Zhang Hao secured China's first roller sports gold at the Chengdu World Games, as inline freestyle skating competitions kicked off on Saturday. In an all-Chinese men's speed slalom final, Zhang beat Fu Yu 2-0 to claim...
Copenhagen mosque linked to millions in Iranian state funding, says Danish paper
Iran International
·
August 16, 2025
“The Imam Ali Mosque in Copenhagen has received millions of kroner from Iranian donors for the purchase of a detached house. This is shown by secret documents that Berlingske has been given. The money has gone through the Iranian Embassy in...
Iran blames crypto miners for deepening energy crisis
Cryptopolitan
·
August 16, 2025
The energy crisis in Iran has worsened in the past few months, with residents blaming the country’s crypto mining operations as the main cause. The energy crisis has caused a small number of vocal groups to take to the streets in demonstrations...
Iran blasts ICJ vice-president’s 'blatant bias' toward 'Israel'
Al Mayadeen
·
August 16, 2025
Iran condemns Julia Sebutinde for openly siding with “Israel” in the Gaza genocide case, calling her stance a grave violation of judicial ethics and international justice. Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem...
Tehran: John Abraham’s film takes over Bandra-Worli Sea Link with massive projection
DNA India
·
Tehran arrives at the perfect moment, Independence Day week, with a promise of scale, action, and intrigue. Mumbai’s skyline turned into a cinematic canvas ahead of Independence Day, as the Bandra Worli Sea Link lit up with a spectacular...
Police officer shot dead in southeast Iran, attackers flee scene
Iran International
·
August 16, 2025
The attack also left one officer injured, state media reported. The gunmen exchanged fire with police before fleeing, according to the IRGC-affiliated Fars News. The shooting occurred when a passing car opened fire on security forces moving...
Inside Smriti Irani’s LUXURIOUS Bungalow In Amethi, Rs 37 Lakh Jewellery And Comeback In Ekta Kapoor's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'
Times Now
·
August 16, 2025
Smriti Irani Is Back as Tulsi With Rs 14 Lakh Per Episode — A Look Inside Her Amethi Mansion, MG Hector, and Political Powerhouse Life (Images: Curly Tales) It’s not every day that an iconic TV character makes a comeback and stirs the same...
From Smriti Irani to Amar Upadhyay: Educational backgrounds of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 stars
DNA India
·
August 16, 2025
From Smriti Irani’s incomplete B.Com to Shakti Anand’s pharmaceutical degree, the stars of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 showcase diverse educational backgrounds. Their journeys highlight how passion, hard work, and talent can shape successful...
‘Tehran’ Movie Review: John Abraham’s Spy Thriller Aims for Realism but Loses Its Emotional Punch (LatestLY Exclusive)
Latestly
·
August 15, 2025
Tehran Movie Review: In one scene from Tehran, John Abraham’s ACP Rajeev Kumar tells an Israeli agent: "They kill yours. You kill theirs. I am no one to judge." This sets the tone for Arun Gopalan’s film, which attempts to maintain neutrality...
China says it opposes European sanctions over Iran nuclear programme
Hong Kong Free Press
·
August 16, 2025
China said Friday it opposed invoking sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme after three Western nations told the UN they would reimpose them if no diplomatic solution was found by the end of August. Tehran, Iran. File photo: Tom...
Israel Alarmed Over Suspected Chinese Support For Iranian Missile Program
Zero Hedge
·
Via The Cradle Israel is concerned about a surge in military cooperation between the Islamic Republic of Iran and China, according to a report by Yedioth Ahronoth. The report notes that the concern lies with Chinese–Iranian cooperation on the...
Why is South Africa’s army chief under fire for backing Iran?
Al Jazeera
·
August 16, 2025
South African Army Chief General Rudzani Maphwanya is facing backlash in his home country following the release of alleged comments he made during an official visit to Iran, which analysts say could further complicate the already turbulent...
Arbaeen pilgrims praise Iran's response to Israeli-imposed war
Press TV
·
Farzaneh Ashourioun Press TV, Karbala Millions of pilgrims have gathered in Iraq for this year’s Arbaeen walk, which has taken on a powerful new tone amid recent regional tensions. Iran’s defense during the 12-day Israeli-imposed war in June has...
Israel intensifies outreach to Iranians as Tehran anticipates another war
Long War Journal
·
August 15, 2025
An image posted by the regime-funded Young Journalists Club shows a mural of Iranian military officials and nuclear scientists killed in the 12-Day War with Israel. As many Iranians blame the regime’s policies for deepening the country’s water...
Sports News | 22 Players Reach Senior India Men's National Team Camp in Bengaluru
Latestly
·
August 15, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): Newly-appointed senior India men's national team head coach, Khalid Jamil, on Friday, announced 35 probables for the Blue Tigers' preparatory camp for the CAFA Nations Cup 2025. The team will begin training in...
Tehran open to normalization with Damascus, with conditions
Enab Baladi
·
August 15, 2025
The Secretary-General of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, said on Thursday, August 14, that Tehran currently has no relations with Syria, noting that his most recent regional tour included Iraq and Lebanon—countries with...
Angie Motshekga defends SANDF chief over Iran visit, SA divided as she contradicts Presidency
Briefly
·
August 15, 2025
Minister of Defence Angie Motshekga has come out in defence of General Rudzani Maphwanya The Chief of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has been criticised for his trip to Iran South Africans are divided by Motshekga's comments,...
Gifted Iranian Armenian Christian Caught in Visa Limbo
International Christian Concern
·
August 15, 2025
8/15/2025 Armenia (International Christian Concern) — Reneta Dibaj is a gifted young violinist who leads worship at Yerevan International Church in Armenia. She has big dreams of studying in the United States and serving in ministry. At 19, she’s...
Iran Turns to China for Missile Boost: Report
Newsweek
·
August 15, 2025
A new report from Israeli media has warned of increased military cooperation between Iran and China, particularly in the production of surface-to-surface missiles. Yedioth Ahronoth cited intelligence findings that Beijing may be helping Tehran...