US releases crew of seized Russian tanker after Moscow protests

United States authorities have freed all crew members, including three Indian nationals, from the Russian-flagged tanker Marinera following its seizure in the North Atlantic early January. The move ends a tense standoff that began on January 7 when U.S. Navy SEALs and Coast Guard forces boarded the vessel 190 miles south of Iceland after an......

Morocco strengthens defense ties with U.S. amid strategic cooperation talks

Morocco’s Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in charge of National Defense Administration, Abdeltif Loudyi, received Bryan J. Ellis, the United States Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for African Affairs, on Monday, accompanied by a high-level delegation visiting Morocco for a working visit. During the meeting, both officials......

German Chancellor says Iran’s ruling power is in its final days

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Tuesday that Iran’s ruling authorities appear to be living through their final days and weeks, as the country faces widespread protests and accusations of violent repression. Speaking during an official visit to India, Merz argued that a political system which relies solely on force to remain......

China vows to defend its interests as Trump threatens sanctions over Iran trade

China has stated that it will firmly defend its legitimate interests following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump threatening new trade sanctions linked to Iran. The announcement comes amid rising tensions surrounding Iran, which is currently facing widespread domestic unrest. Speaking at a regular press briefing, a spokesperson for China’s......

Taiwan says it has reached a “General Consensus” with Washington on trade deal

Taiwan announced on Tuesday that it has reached a “general consensus” with the United States toward the conclusion of a long-awaited trade agreement, following months of negotiations triggered by Washington’s tariff offensive launched in early 2025. According to Taiwan’s Office of Trade Negotiations, both sides agree......

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