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Hamid Hosseini: Iran to Dispatch 25 Million Barrels of Oil to Global Markets Following Agreement

Hamid Hosseini, spokesperson for the Iranian Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical Products Exporters' Union (OPEX), stated during Channel8’s economic bulletin that following the agreement between Iran and the United States, Iran plans to dispatch 25 million barrels of oil to global markets.

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a speech during the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in Saint Petersburg on June 5, 2026. Photo: Olga Maltseva / AFP

At SPIEF, Putin Sees ‘No Point’ in Zelensky Meeting Without Prior Agreements 

The Russian President said that economic growth now is “subdued”, describing it as “conscious steps”.

05/06/2026
Buildings of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) headquarters reflect in doors with the agency's logo during the IAEA’s Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, Austria on June 13, 2025.

IAEA Warns of Nuclear Risks in Iran Amid Inspection Restrictions

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has warned of nuclear proliferation risks in Iran and called on Tehran to maintain constructive cooperation with the agency.

05/06/2026
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Unsafe Food Continues to Threaten Global Health, WHO Warns

Access to safe and nutritious food is essential for good health, yet contaminated food remains a major cause of illness worldwide.

05/06/2026
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AI’s Environmental Costs Raise Concerns Over Water, Land and Climate Pressures

A new United Nations University (UNU) report warns that the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence could place significant pressure on global water, land, and energy systems.

05/06/2026
Every day, 2,000 garbage trucks’ worth of plastic is dumped into oceans, rivers and lakes. Photo: United Nations Youth

World Environment Day 2026: Plastic Pollution Remains the World’s Biggest Environmental Challenge

Every year on June 5, countries around the world mark World Environment Day, a reminder that environmental protection is not only a global challenge but also a local responsibility.

05/06/2026