In a statement carried by Iran’s semi-official Mehr news, the country’s Supreme National Security Council confirmed the assassination of Larijani, after Israel earlier today claimed it killed him in targeted attacks. “After a lifetime of striving for the elevation of Iran and the Islamic Revolution, he finally reached his long-cherished wish, answered the call of truth, and proudly attained the blessed rank of martyrdom in the service front”, a statement from the council carried by Mehr reads.
Riyadh: The Saudi Ministry of Defense announced Tuesday the interception and destruction of seven drones. Major General Turki Al Maliki, the ministry's official spokesperson, said that seven drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Eastern Province. Earlier Tuesday, Major General Al Maliki announced the interception and destruction of a total of 17 drones in the Eastern Province.
Paris: French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday confirmed that his country isn't prepared to participate in operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz under the current circumstances, denying remarks by his US counterpart Donald Trump, in which Trump expressed Paris' readiness to help in this operation. During a cabinet meeting to discuss conflicts in the Middle East, Macron said: "We are not a party to the conflict and therefore France will never take part in operations to open or liberate the Strait of Hormuz in the current context," Macron said. "However, we are convinced that once the situation becomes calmer... we are ready, alongside other nations, to take responsibility for an escort system." Macron further stated that once the situation calms down, that is, once the main bombing stops, France will be ready alongside other countries to assume responsibility in the escort system, stressing that this also requires deliberations. On Monday, Trump mentioned that he spoke with Macron to explore the possibility of French support for an operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and he hinted that Paris would join the efforts backed by Washington.
Saudi Defense Ministry announces interception, destruction of 7 drones in eastern province
Riyadh: The Saudi Ministry of Defense announced Tuesday the interception and destruction of seven drones. Major General Turki Al Maliki, the ministry's official spokesperson, said that seven drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Eastern Province. Earlier Tuesday, Major General...
Iran confirms death of security chief Ali Larijani, state media says
In a statement carried by Iran’s semi-official Mehr news, the country’s Supreme National Security Council confirmed the assassination of Larijani, after Israel earlier today claimed it killed him in targeted attacks. “After a lifetime of striving for the elevation of...
Thai petrol queues lengthen as price cap expires
Chiang Rai, Thailand: From the capital Bangkok to Chiang Rai in the far northern reaches of the country, drivers and riders in Thailand queued for petrol Tuesday as shortages worsened and price rises loomed. Authorities imposed a cap on the...
Macron says France isn't prepared to participate in securing Strait of Hormuz in 'current context'
Paris: French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday confirmed that his country isn't prepared to participate in operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz under the current circumstances, denying remarks by his US counterpart Donald Trump, in which Trump expressed Paris'...
CAF decides Senegal forfeited AFCON 2025 final, match recorded as 3–0 in favour of Morocco
Doha, Qatar: The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) Appeal Board said that it decided on Wednesday that in application of Article 84 of the Regulations of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) that the Senegal National Team was declared...
