In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned that any new US attacks on Iran would have severe consequences. According to a foreign news agency, Lavrov stated that the Iranian nuclear facilities under the control of the International Atomic Energy Agency have already been targeted.
Lavrov emphasized that countries in the region, including Arab states and Gulf nations, do not want any escalation in tensions. He noted that everyone understands that playing with fire is equivalent to being consumed by flames. However, US President Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision on attacking Iran.
Earlier, the US media reported that the US military was preparing to launch an attack on Iran by the end of the week. However, according to foreign media, Trump has not yet made a final decision on the matter. Meanwhile, US officials said that after the Geneva talks, Iran is expected to submit written proposals to end the standoff with the US.
In a separate development, the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Center released data showing that the Abu Dhabi real estate market recorded a record pace in 2025. The data also showed that the market saw an increase in sales and rentals in various areas, including mosques, upper floors, and surrounding buildings.
On a related note, Palestinian journalist Ahmed Abdul Al has been mentioned in a report of alleged atrocities committed against him. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has met with UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed.
In another story, former US President Barack Obama sparked media attention last week by discussing the existence of extraterrestrial life. The report highlights the plight of a woman who was a victim of psychological and physical abuse at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein.
In recent news, a second child was born to Pakistani actress Sajal Aly and actor Ahad Raza Mir in the last 11 months. In a shocking turn of events, a suspect was arrested near an apartment in Karachi. Indian authorities have established 43 new checkpoints in occupied Kashmir.
The Australian government has launched an investigation after receiving a threatening letter to the country’s largest mosque during the holy month of Ramadan. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir stated that achieving peace could lead the Middle East region towards hope and prosperity. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman led a prayer session in Riyadh.
