Middle East
Erdogan escalates warnings over Aegean island militarization
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan escalated warnings against Greece over militarization of Aegean islands, saying Turkey monitors developments closely and will not tolerate violations of its rights.
Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon and Beqaa Valley
U.S. sanctions Turkish bank over Iran ties; South Korea considers Hormuz role
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Security Council to hear update on Syria disarmament program
The UN Security Council is holding a meeting on efforts to eliminate Syria's chemical weapons program under a 2013 resolution.
Chinese carmaker Rocks opens Abu Dhabi factory to produce Adamas vehicles
Chinese carmaker Rocks has begun producing its Adamas vehicles at a new factory in Abu Dhabi, backed by the emirate's government investment office and aligned with national industrial strategy.
Weapons experts say U.S. munition hit wedding reception in southern Iran
Weapons experts examining photographs verified by Reuters said a house hosting a wedding in southern Iran was struck directly by American munition, not damaged by ricochet, as Iran reported at least five deaths.
South Korea considers role in Strait of Hormuz security
South Korea said Friday it is considering a contribution to securing the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating U.S.-Iran clashes, as Tehran launched new strikes on American interests and vowed retaliation for a wedding airstrike.
