Iran has put the world on notice that it will respond with extreme force to any potential attack from the United States. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi issued a stern warning, stating that any aggression against the country would be met with a severe response. The Iranian Parliament echoed Raisi’s sentiments, with Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declaring that Iran does not need anyone’s permission to defend itself.
The warning comes after US President Donald Trump suggested that Iran’s nuclear program should be bombed again if it resumes its nuclear activities. The remarks were made during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Meanwhile, a Russian social media influencer, Aryana Sayfutdinova, died after falling off a staircase. The incident occurred in St. Petersburg.
Tensions between the US and India have intensified due to New Delhi’s Hindu nationalist policies and dual foreign policy. The British newspaper The Guardian has reported on the deteriorating relations between the two nations.
In other news, a 26-year-old employee of the Indian pharmaceutical company Biocon, Anantha Kumar, was found dead in the company’s office on December 30. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
A massive Christmas Eve heist saw thieves steal 3 million euros from a bank in Germany. The incident has left authorities scrambling to track down the perpetrators.
Former Indian Home Minister Amit Shah has come under fire for his handling of the Pulwama attack and the Delhi blast. Many are calling for his resignation.
Bangladesh’s first woman Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia, will be laid to rest in Dhaka on January 1. Speaker of the National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq will represent Pakistan at the funeral.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has spoken with his Emirati counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan about the situation in Gaza.
Heavy rainfall has hit the northern regions of the UAE, with Fajr, Ras al-Khaimah, and Al-Ain experiencing severe cold temperatures.
In other international news, Israel has carried out over 10,000 airstrikes on six countries in the region this year.
Two cables collided in Italy’s Piedmont region, injuring four people. The incident occurred in the city of Torino.
Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet met under the chairmanship of King Salman bin Abdulaziz. The meeting was attended by Saudi Minister of Information Salman bin Yousuf, who released a statement after the meeting.
The UAE has announced plans to shut down its anti-terror units in Yemen.
Bangladesh is set to hold the funeral and burial of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia on January 1.
Yemen has declared a 90-day state of emergency following a Saudi-led coalition attack.
India’s Hindu nationalist policies and dual foreign policy have strained relations with the US, according to a British newspaper.
The Wildlife Department has announced that a 41-inch long deer was hunted as part of a community-based trophy hunting program.
A police investigation has revealed that a social media conversation between a police officer and a suspect led to the latter’s arrest.
Sindh’s Ministers Sharjeel Inam Memon and Nasir Shah inaugurated double-decker buses.
Australian cricketer Damien Martin has announced his retirement from international cricket after playing 67 Tests, 208 ODIs, and 4 T20Is.
A video message by Mishal Khan has exposed men who maintain relationships with other women despite being married.
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