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Philippines Declares State of Emergency as 241 Dead, Missing Due to Typhoon
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday declared a state of emergency over the devastation caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi, which has left 241 people dead missing, according to the latest figures. While 114 people have been confirmed dead, 127 others remain missing.
US Forces Russia to Consider Nuclear Tests: Medvedev
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russia was forced to begin assessing the feasibility of preparing for nuclear tests due to the US actions, Russian Deputy Security Council Chairman Dmitry Medvedev stated.
North Korea Condemns ‘Wicked Nature’ of Latest US Sanctions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – North Korea condemned on Thursday the latest US sanctions imposed on people and organizations accused of cybercrimes, saying they showed Washington’s “wicked nature to be hostile” against the regime.
Poland Launches New Military Training Program, Aims to Train 400,000 in 2026
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Poland will roll out a new military training program this month as part of a broader plan to train around 400,000 people in 2026, the Defense Ministry said on Thursday.
Armenian FM Says Lasting Peace with Azerbaijan Should Be Based on Mutual Benefit
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan said that peace between Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan must be based on mutual benefit, which he described as the key to ensuring lasting stability in the South Caucasus.
‘Turn Volume Up’, Mamdani Tells Trump after Winning NYC Mayoral Race
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani wasted no time calling out US President Donald Trump, formally kicking off the battle that will likely define relations between the 34-year-old Mayor and the president whose celebrity is tied to the city.
US Government Shutdown Becomes Longest in History
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The US government shutdown became the longest ever Wednesday, topping the 35-day record set during Donald Trump’s first term, as his administration warned of holiday air travel chaos and threatened Americans’ benefits in a bid to force a resolution.
Democrats Deal Crushing Blow to Trump in First Post-Election Tests
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Democrats swept a string of key elections on Tuesday, delivering a stinging political rebuke to Donald Trump less than a year after he clawed back the presidency and exposing deep cracks in his claim of renewed national dominance.
Putin Says Russia Has Begun Development of New Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missiles
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russian President Vladimir Putin said Tuesday that Russia has begun developing the next generation of nuclear-powered cruise missiles as he took part in an award ceremony in the capital Moscow.
No Progress on Resumption of Direct flights between Russia, US: Russian Diplomat
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The issue of resuming direct flights between Russia and the United States is still on the agenda but no progress has been made yet, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov told reporters.
Kremlin Expects US to Explain Trump’s Remarks on Nuclear Tests: Spokesman
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Moscow expects explanations from the United States concerning US President Donald Trump’s remarks about nuclear tests, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said.
Germany to Sharply Increase Funding for Ukraine
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Germany is set to significantly increase its funding for Ukraine in 2026, Reuters reported, citing government sources.
Death Toll Tops 100 As Philippines Digs Out after Typhoon Kalmaegi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi in the central Philippines climbed past 100 on Wednesday as the devastating impact on Cebu province became clearer after the worst flooding in recent memory.
At Least 30 Killed in Haiti, 1.5 mln Affected in Jamaica by Hurricane Melissa: UN
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 30 people have been killed in Haiti and more than 1.5 million people affected in Jamaica by Hurricane Melissa, a UN spokesperson said Tuesday.
More than 3.2 Million US Air Passengers Impacted by Government Shutdown, Airline Group Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than 3.2 million US airline passengers have been impacted by delays or cancellations stemming from air traffic controller staffing issues since a government shutdown began on October 1, an airline group said on Monday.
California Votes on Skewing Election Districts to Counter Trump
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Californians go to the polls Tuesday in a ballot likely to further tilt the liberal state toward the Democrats, as the party seeks to neutralize gerrymandering ordered by US President Donald Trump.
Canada PM Says First Budget Will Help Reduce Reliance on US
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's government presents its first budget on Tuesday, a spending plan he says will provide "the answer" for an economy starting to buckle under US tariffs.
China's Xi Seeks to Boost Investment, Expand Economic Ties with Russia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – China's President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sought to expand mutual investment with Russia and affirmed Beijing's commitment to advance ties despite "turbulent" external conditions, Chinese state media reported.
