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At Least 20 Homes Destroyed in Australia's NSW Bushfires
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The number of homes destroyed in bushfires in the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) had increased to 20, including 16 in the Central Coast and four in the Mid North Coast.
US Democrats Pan Trump’s New National Security Strategy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Several prominent congressional Democrats on Saturday slammed the Trump administration’s national security strategy (NSS), saying it favors US President Trump’s business interests and weakens US influence abroad.
Venezuela Swears In 5,600 New Troops amid US Military Build-Up
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Venezuelan army swore in 5,600 new soldiers on Saturday, as the United States cranked up military pressure on the oil-producing country.
Musk Slams EU over Fine on Social Media X
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US tech billionaire Elon Musk on Saturday blasted the European Union (EU) for a fine slapped on his social media platform X for violating transparency rules, warning that his response would target the officials responsible for the penalty.
Incident at London's Heathrow Airport Causes Disruptions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Multiple people were reported to be assaulted at a multi-story car park at Terminal 3 of London's Heathrow Airport on Sunday morning, said the Metropolitan Police.
Disappearance of ‘Russian Threat’ from US National Security Strategy Positive: Kremlin
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The change of the US national security strategy by the administration of US President Donald Trump, where Russia is not mentioned as a "direct threat," is a positive step, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Fire Kills 23 in Arpora, India’s Goa
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 23 people were killed in a fire at a popular nightclub in the west Indian state of Goa, chief minister Pramod Sawant and other officials said early Sunday.
Indonesians Climb over Logs in Walk to Aid Center As Flood Deaths Rise over 900
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Residents in the Indonesian region of Aceh Tamiang climbed over slippery logs and walked for about an hour on Saturday to get aid, as the death toll from floods and landslides that hit Sumatra island this month rose to more than 900 people.
India, Russia Agree to Expand Trade, Defense Ties despite US Pressure
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to expand bilateral trade and strengthen defense cooperation.
Youth-Led Protests Sweep Germany As Merz Moves to Revive Conscription
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands of demonstrators have marched in cities across Germany to protest Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s plan to overhaul the country’s military service system, accusing the government of laying the groundwork for forced mobilization.
Hot Winds Fan Dozens of Bushfires across Eastern Australia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Dozens of bushfires burned along Australia’s eastern seaboard on Saturday, destroying several houses as a blistering heatwave set in.
US Becomes Major Source of Gun Violence in Caribbean: Report
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United States has become a major source of high-level firearm-related violence plaguing the Caribbean region, according to a recent report jointly released by multiple regional and international organizations.
Trump Strategy Shifts from Global Role, Vows 'Resistance' in Europe
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump laid out a radical realignment of US foreign policy Friday, shifting the superpower's focus from global to regional, criticizing Europe as facing "civilizational erasure" and putting a priority on eliminating mass migration.
EU Drowning in Corruption: Orban
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The EU is still claiming “the moral high ground” despite “drowning” in corruption, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said, accusing Brussels and Kiev of shielding each other from graft scandals.
UN Chief Welcomes Peace Deal between DR Congo, Rwanda
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Friday welcomed the signing of the peace and economic agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, calling the development an important step toward "restoring trust" and advancing stability in the region.
Shooting at South African Bar Leaves 11 Dead, Including A Young Child, Police Say
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 11 people were killed on Saturday including a three year old boy, after gunshots were fired at an illegal bar in the South African city of Pretoria, police said, adding that a manhunt was launched for three suspects who were not identified.
UN Rights Chief Warns of Looming Atrocities in Sudan's Kordofan Region
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The UN human rights chief warned on Thursday that he feared "another wave of atrocities" in Sudan as fierce clashes escalate across the Kordofan region involving the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N).
Malaria Deaths Up in 2024, Funding Cuts Risk Surge, WHO Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Malaria killed around 610,000 people in 2024, mostly young children in sub-Saharan Africa, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Dec 4, warning of the risks of rising drug resistance, climate change and funding cuts.
