Belgian football icon Dries Mertens has officially announced his retirement from professional football, bringing down the curtain on a storied career that spanned nearly two decades. The 38-year-old forward shared the emotional news in a heartfelt video posted on social media on Sunday, just days before his contract with Turkish giants Galatasaray is set to…
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held high-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Kremlin confirmed the meeting and emphasized Russia’s readiness to offer support to Iran amid mounting regional and international challenges. The visit marks a pivotal moment in Tehran-Moscow relations, as both nations navigate a complex geopolitical landscape marked by shifting alliances and…
Tokyo-based Metaplanet Inc. has once again made headlines in the cryptocurrency world, bolstering its Bitcoin holdings with the acquisition of an additional 1,111 BTC. The latest purchase, disclosed in a June 23 regulatory filing, brings the company’s total Bitcoin reserves to a staggering 11,111 BTC. Valued at approximately 17.26 billion yen—or around $108 million USD—this…
In a significant leadership transition within West Africa’s top regional body, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has been elected as the new Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government. The announcement was made during the 67th Ordinary Session of the bloc held in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, marking the end…
Following a series of U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, Iran’s government has moved swiftly to reassure its citizens, stating that there is no immediate threat to public safety. The strikes, which targeted key nuclear sites in Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordo, marked a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Washington and…
In a dramatic escalation of geopolitical tensions, Iran’s parliament has voted in favor of closing the Strait of Hormuz — a move that could severely disrupt global energy markets and further destabilize the Middle East. The decision, announced on Sunday by a senior Iranian lawmaker, comes as a direct response to what Tehran describes as…
A devastating terrorist bombing has rocked the Saint Elias Greek Orthodox Church in the Awwal Duwaila’a district of Damascus, Syria, leaving the community in shock and mourning. The attack, which occurred during a time of worship, targeted one of the city’s most historic Christian sites, underscoring the persistent threat of violence in the war-torn country….
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has addressed the nation following President Donald Trump’s recent decision to launch massive airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, stating that the United States is “not at war with Iran — we are at war with its nuclear program.” In a Sunday interview, Vance emphasized that diplomacy was on the table,…
Iran’s Tasnim News Agency has released a new footage showcasing the launch of its advanced Kheibar Shekan missiles — a new-generation ballistic weapon system equipped with multiple warheads. The launch marks the 20th wave of missile attacks directed at Israel in an ongoing and intensifying conflict between the two nations. The newly released video, which…
A spokesman for one of the leading rescue teams has confirmed that several coastal cities have been “completely destroyed” following a large-scale Iranian attack. The strikes, which targeted key population centers and infrastructure, have left behind a trail of devastation, with emergency responders now working around the clock amid the rubble. The assault marks one…
