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Japanese shipping group seeks Tokyo’s help for dozens of vessels stranded in Persian Gulf

Japanese shipping group seeks Tokyo’s help for dozens of vessels stranded in Persian Gulf

45 Japan-related vessels stranded in Persian Gulf, Japan Shipowners’ Association head says, warning 'the situation is expected to worsen over time'

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Potential US-Iran talks: 'Breakthrough' expected within 48 hours, say Pakistani sources
25.03.2026

Potential US-Iran talks: 'Breakthrough' expected within 48 hours, say Pakistani sources

Iran 'still reluctant' to hold talks 'without certain guarantees,’ including keeping missile program off limits, demanding compensation, Foreign Ministry sources tell Anadolu

No negotiations ‘so far’ between Tehran, Washington, says Iran’s envoy to Pakistan
25.03.2026

No negotiations ‘so far’ between Tehran, Washington, says Iran’s envoy to Pakistan

Reza Amiri-Moghaddam says mediation efforts ongoing but no direct or indirect talks held with US

China signs $15.8B deal with Airbus to procure aircraft
25.03.2026

China signs $15.8B deal with Airbus to procure aircraft

China Eastern Airlines to get 101 A320NEO series aircraft with delivery to be completed in 2032

Russia claims it took control of another settlement in Donetsk region
25.03.2026

Russia claims it took control of another settlement in Donetsk region

Russian forces capture village of Nykyforivka, according to Defense Ministry

Nuclear watchdog chief expects broader US-Iran talks in Pakistan
25.03.2026

Nuclear watchdog chief expects broader US-Iran talks in Pakistan

Rafael Grossi says missiles, Iran-aligned militias and security guarantees likely on agenda