Former Iraqi MP Basim Khashan Faces Bribery and Corruption Charges
The Second Karkh Investigation Court in Baghdad has issued two arrest warrants for former Iraqi lawmaker Basim Khashan, accusing him of accepting bribes, soliciting money in exchange for official duties, intentionally damaging public funds, and exploiting his position for personal gain.
Talabani Extends Condolences to Qatar Over the Passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
President Amedi and Minister Abdulwahid Align National Strategies to Tackle Iraq's Climate Challenges
Amedi stressed that environmental stewardship has "transcended the realm of public service delivery" to become an "issue of national sovereignty."
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Vows Revenge for Father's Killing
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to avenge the killing of his father, Ali Khamenei, declaring that those responsible "will never see a peaceful death" and saying Iranian authorities have identified everyone involved in the attack.
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U.S. Demands Iran Officially Announce Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
The United States has called on Iran to officially declare that the Strait of Hormuz is open to international shipping and that attacks on commercial vessels have ended. According to U.S. officials, the announcement is a key condition for continuing negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
