US sanctions Russian, Iranian firms over ballistic missile transfers Dtrends

US sanctions Russian, Iranian firms over ballistic missile transfers Dtrends

The United States on Tuesday unveiled fresh sanctions against more than a dozen firms and individuals in Russia and Iran in response to what it called Iran’s “escalatory” decision to send ballistic missiles to Russia. The sanctions targeted 10 people and six companies for their involvement in supporting Iran’s defense sector, and identified four vessels … Read more

Russia uses Iranian missiles in Ukraine strikes, says Zelensky Dtrends

Russia uses Iranian missiles in Ukraine strikes, says Zelensky Dtrends

Russia uses missiles supplied by Iran to attack Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian president, Italian media reported late Friday. Speaking at the opening day of The European House – Ambrosetti, held in the Italian northern town of Cernobbio, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said: “(Russian President Vladimir) Putin is trying to launch more missiles to kill more children. … Read more

Iranian parliament approves Pezeshkian’s 19-minister cabinet after intense debate Dtrends

Iranian parliament approves Pezeshkian’s 19-minister cabinet after intense debate Dtrends

TEHRAN: Iran’s parliament approved President Masoud Pezeshkian’s 19 ministers on Wednesday, state media reported, giving way to a cross-factional cabinet reflecting his focus on consensus after days of debate. Abbas Araqchi was approved as minister of foreign affairs with 247 votes, after convincing parliamentarians wary of his key role in negotiating Tehran’s 2015 nuclear agreement … Read more

Iranian attack on Israel expected as US CENTCOM chief visits Middle East Dtrends

Iranian attack on Israel expected as US CENTCOM chief visits Middle East Dtrends

US and Israeli officials are expecting a possible Iranian attack on Israel as soon as Monday WASHINGTON: The commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM) arrived in the Middle East on Saturday, according to US-based news outlet Axios. The visit by Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla coincides with US and Israeli preparations for potential Iranian retaliation following … Read more