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UPDATED: Iran’s President Pezeshkian rejects negotiations with US President Trump
Iran’s President, Masoud Pezeshkian, acknowledged the severe economic challenges posed by US sanctions during a parliamentary hearing on March 2, but reaffirmed Tehran’s refusal to engage in dialogue with Washington.
Europe at a "crossroads" as EU leaders gather in London to respond to growing defence crisis
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged European leaders to “step up” to a “once-in-a-generation moment” for the continent’s security at an emergency summit called in London on March 2.
Druze militiamen in Syria's south clash with new Damascus Islamist-led regime
Violent clashes broke out in Jaramana, a suburb near Damascus, between Syria’s new Turkish-backed administration security forces and local Druze militias.
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Iranian parliament impeaches economy minister
Iran’s Parliament has voted to impeach Economy Minister Abdolnasser Hemmati on March 2, only a few months after granting him a vote of confidence.
North Korean soldiers fighting in Ukraine were told they were fighting against South Koreans
North Korean soldiers sent to fight for Russia in Ukraine were deceived into thinking they were battling South Korean forces.
Tens of thousands protest in Serbia’s southern city Niš
Protest marks four-month anniversary of deadly canopy collapse at Novi Sad station, that has become a powerful symbol of public dissatisfaction.
High representative says Republika Srpska’s ruling coalition aims to destabilise Bosnia
The parliament of Republika Srpska adopted a set of lawsbanning the work of state-level judicial institutions on its territory and establishing local ones, in a move towards secession.
Tajikistan again in spotlight as “terrorism hub” after New York arrest
Accused allegedly sent tens of thousands of dollars Islamic State extremists overseas and trained with assault rifles at shooting ranges in US.
Iran’s economy minister to face impeachment
Iran’s Parliament is set to debate the impeachment of Abdolnasser Hemmati, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, in its session on March 3
PKK declares immediate ceasefire with Turkey
President Erdogan says there is an “historic opportunity” to end the 40-year-insurgency. Talks could unravel, but process could also help bring stability to Syria.
Iranian parliament approves free trade zone with EEU
After years of negotiations, Iran's parliament has ratified an agreement with the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union (EEU) to create a free trade zone.
Argentine disability agency under fire for using "imbecile" and "mentally retarded" in official document
The National Disability Agency (ANDIS) of Argentina has sparked outrage after publishing an official document that classified people with intellectual disabilities using offensive terms including "idiot", "imbecile" and "mentally retarded".
Hungary moves to ban Pride March with constitutional amendment
Hungary's government is seeking to ban the annual Budapest Pride March by amending the country’s Fundamental Law (Constitution), a move that legal experts describe as an "unconstitutional absurdity."
State financing of Paks NPP expansion in jeopardy after CJEU advisor sides with Austria
The European Union Court of Justice may overturn a previous ruling that upheld the European Commission’s approval of Hungary’s state aid for the expansion of the Paks nuclear power plant.
Stop praising Trump, Kremlin tells Russian state media
The Kremlin has advised Russian state-aligned media outlets to avoid excessive praise of US President Donald Trump, instead directing attention towards President Vladimir Putin’s diplomatic skills.
Europe will need Turkey in world with less or no Nato says foreign minister
Ankara has second largest land forces in military bloc. Turkish officials leverage the point in effort at obtaining long-sought EU membership.
Bosnia’s Serb entity moves toward secession with law banning state police and judiciary
Nato and EUFOR troops reportedly standing by ready to intervene in case of a threat to peace in Bosnia.
Colombian president blasts Ukraine-US minerals deal as "stupidity"
Colombian President Gustavo Petro Urrego has criticised Ukraine's intention to finalise an agreement granting the United States access to its rare earth minerals, slamming the move as "stupidity."
Serbian students march to Niš for March 1 rally
Students from across Serbia are making their way on foot and by bicycle to Niš, the country's third-largest city, ahead of a large protest rally scheduled for March 1.
PKK Kurdish separatist leader Ocalan issues historic call to lay down arms, end 40-year bloody conflict with Turkey
Doubts all factions will heed message emerge. Peace could advance Ankara’s ambition to play main role in reconstruction of post-war Syria.