Date: May, 17, 2025
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China’s LandSpace Launches Improved Methane-Powered Rocket
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A new methane-powered rocket developed by China's LandSpace Technology launched six satellites into orbit on Saturday, as the private startup doubles down on a cheap, cleaner fuel that it hopes will help it develop reusable rockets.
Iran Advances to 2025 Futsal World Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran defeated China 3-1 in the third-place playoff of the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup China 2025 on Saturday.
Militants Kill at Least 23 in Nigeria Attack, Security Sources Say
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 23 farmers and fishermen were killed and others abducted by suspected extremist militants in northeastern Nigeria’s Borno state this week, security sources and local residents told Reuters.
Ayatollah Khamenei Debunks Trump’s ‘Peace Through Strength’ Claim
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei denounced the US president’s false claim that Washington uses strength to ensure peace, pointing to the American military support for the Israeli regime in the massacre of people in Gaza.
Thievy Bifouma Signs for Persepolis
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Persepolis football club completed the signing of French forward Thievy Bifouma.
Israeli Strikes across Gaza Kill 13, Hamper Rescue Work
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Israeli air and artillery strikes intensified across the Gaza Strip on Saturday, killing at least 13 Palestinians and trapping others beneath collapsed buildings, local officials said.
Nuclear Infrastructures Non-Negotiable: Iranian Foreign Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Talks on Iran’s nuclear infrastructures or its right to enrich uranium are out of the question, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated.
Tornado Kills 5 in St Louis, Damages 5,000 Properties
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A tornado ripped through St. Louis, US State of Missouri, on Friday, killing at least five people and damaging 5,000 properties as it tore off roofs, knocked down power lines and swept through a major thoroughfare during rush-hour traffic, officials said.
South Korea's Ex-President Yoon Leaves Party Ahead of Snap Election
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol left his conservative party on Saturday as it gears up for snap elections triggered by his impeachment over a bid to impose martial law.
North Korea’s Kim Oversees Air Drills
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised drills by its air force and underscored the need for a step-up in war preparation, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said on May 17.
Trump Rails against Supreme Court over Blocking of Deportation Flights
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump said it was “a bad and dangerous day for America” Friday after the Supreme Court temporarily halted his administration’s expedited deportations of alleged Venezuelan “gang members”.
Iran Won’t Forgo Military, Nuclear Gains: President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Under no circumstances will Iran relinquish its nuclear, military or scientific achievements, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.
Protest Erupts in Libya's Tripoli, Senior Officials Resign
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A massive protest against the Government of National Unity (GNU) erupted here on Friday amid the resignation of several senior government officials, local media reported.
Trump Says He’s Willing to Travel to China for Xi Meeting
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump said he would be willing to travel to China to speak with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping about foreign policy and economic issues.
Musk's xAI Updates Grok after White Genocide Controversy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI announced on Thursday that it has updated its Grok chatbot following widespread criticism over unauthorized responses referencing a so-called "white genocide" in South Africa.
No Proposal Received from US: Iran’s FM
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has not received any written proposal from the US yet, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday after the US president claimed that Washington has sent a proposal to Tehran following multiple rounds of indirect
Trump Calls Ex-FBI Chief A 'Dirty Cop' after Alleged Threat
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump labeled former FBI director James Comey a “dirty cop” Friday over a social media post that the US president deemed a veiled call for assassination and which prompted a Secret Service probe.
Two Dead, Others Injured in Las Vegas Gym Shooting
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – There was a shooting inside a gym, killing two people, with multiple other people injured, Las Vegas police said.
