Politics

IN BRIEF: On current issues Putin and Orban discussed by phone

In a conversation with the Hungarian PM, the Russian leader emphasized Hungary's sovereign course and principled position in support of a diplomatic resolution to the conflict in Ukraine

FACTBOX: Strait of Hormuz tensions, ground operation plans in Middle East conflict

Iranian Brigadier General Ebrahim Jabbari emphasized that Tehran would not allow "a single drop of oil to leave the region"

Merz doubts strikes on Iran may bring about political change in Tehran

The German chancellor urged to create a strategy for the future of Iran and the region, where "all neighbors, without exception, recognize Israel’s right to exist and live safely"

Bank of Russia challenges regulation that blocks transfer of assets before EU court

The EU regulation violates the basic and inalienable rights to access justice, inviolability of property, and the principle of sovereign immunity of states and their central banks, guaranteed by international treaties and European Union law

US Navy to escort tankers in Strait of Hormuz if necessary

The US president says that the measure can be introduced "as soon as possible"

Iran entitled to strike back at US, Israel under UN Charter

Kazem Jalali says that the armed attack gives Iran an inherent right to self-defense