Indian Space Agency’s Satellite Mission Fails Due to Technical Issue in Launch Vehicle
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Indian space agency’s mission to launch into orbit a new Earth observation satellite failed after the launch vehicle encountered a technical issue during the third stage of flight, officials said Sunday.
Severe Floods Hit Argentina Farm Region, Thousands Evacuate
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands of residents evacuated on Saturday as rains lashed the north of Argentina's Buenos Aires province, a vital agricultural hub, and caused severe flooding.
US Easing Sanctions on Turkish Defense Sector: Erdogan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The US is relaxing sanctions on Turkey's defense industry and has approved a major arms deal, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced.
Russia’s ‘Special Military Op’ in Ukraine Aimed at Long-Lasting Peace, Putin Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Long-lasting peace and protection of rights of the Russian-speaking population in Ukraine must be the core result of Russia’s “special military operation”, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
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.
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 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.
Ukraine Conflict Cannot Be Ended Militarily, Talks Needed: Erdogan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The conflict in Ukraine cannot be resolved through military means - peace talks must be initiated and this opportunity should be seized, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told his pool reporters.
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.
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 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”.
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.
China Says Ready to Expand Practical Cooperation with Russia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – China said Thursday it was ready to "expand practical cooperation" with the Russian army, after President Xi Jinping's recent visit to Moscow for a lavish World War II Victory Day parade.
EU Ministers Aim Far Higher than British-US Trade Deal
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – European Union trade ministers want a more ambitious trade deal than Britain has agreed with the US, they said on Thursday, adding that such an agreement retaining US tariffs would not be enough to prevent EU countermeasures.
Trump Will Not Travel to Turkey for Russia-Ukraine Talks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump will not travel to Turkey to join Russia-Ukraine talks, Reuters reported, citing a US official.
Kremlin Confirms Putin Will Not Attend Turkey Peace Talks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russian President Vladimir Putin will not take part in the talks with Ukraine to be held in Istanbul, said Dmitry Peskov, the Russian leader's spokesman.
