Iran:
Iran: Mysterious explosion leads to cancelled satellite launch
Iran tried to launch a satellite into space this past Saturday night but failed due to malfunction.
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Ambassador Herzog:
Ambassador Herzog: Israel undeniably supports Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity
Israel’s Ambassador to the US: We will express our position in support of Ukraine at the UN General Assembly.
Report:
Report: US to ban Russian flights from its airspace
Officials say US government will announce a ban on Russian flights from American airspace as soon as Wednesday.
Security Council approves arms embargo on Houthis
UAE accused of winning Russia's support by abstaining in votes on Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Iran warns:
Iran warns: We won't wait for the US forever
Iran's Foreign Ministry puts onus on US to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
Arab League calls for 'diplomatic solution' in Ukraine
Arab League takes cautious approach to Ukraine conflict as it seeks not to offend Russia.
State Department:
State Department: We are prepared to walk away from Iran talks
State Department spokesperson says US will pursue alternatives if Iran displays intransigence in nuclear talks.
White House:
White House: No-fly zone would be a step towards sending troops to fight Russia
White House press secretary reacts coolly to Ukrainian President's call for no-fly zone for Russian flights.
US expels 12 Russian diplomats at the UN
Washington cites national security concerns as reason for the move. Russian ambassador: We will respond.
IAEA board to hold urgent meeting on Ukraine
The meeting on Wednesday will take place amid concerns for Ukraine's four operational nuclear power plants.
After several hours of quiet
Explosions heard in Kyiv and Kharkiv
Ukrainian President Zelensky to British PM: The next 24 hours are crucial for Ukraine.
North Korea says it conducted test for developing satellite
North Korea says latest test was for development of a reconnaissance satellite system.
Canada:
Canada: Mayor refuses to rescind recognition of antisemitic TV show
Mayor of Mississauga awards certificate of recognition to show which has history of antisemitic content. B'nai Brith condemns.
Ukrainian official:
Ukrainian official: We downed enemy aircraft over Kyiv
Ukrainian forces down enemy aircraft which then crashes into residential building, says adviser to interior minister.
Iranian President to Putin:
Iranian President to Putin: NATO's expansion a serious threat
Ebrahim Raisi tells Putin that NATO's expansion is a "serious threat" to the region's security and stability.
Lapid speaks to Blinken about Ukraine
Secretary of State updates Lapid on the steps the United States is taking following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Iran's Foreign Minister:
Iran's Foreign Minister: Nuclear negotiations have entered a critical stage
Iran's Foreign Minister says key issues still need to be resolved in negotiations to revive nuclear deal.
Tunisia removes Gal Gadot's latest movie
Tunisia withdraws “Death on the Nile” due to the role of Israeli actress Gal Gadot.
US sanctions smuggling network for Houthis
Treasury announces sanctions on illicit financing network for Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
Blinken:
Blinken: Russia could invade Ukraine before the night is over
Secretary of State on NBC News: Russian forces in place for major aggression against Ukraine.
Syria claims:
Syria claims: Israel conducted air strike in Damascus area, three soldiers killed
For the second time in as many days, Syria claims Israel carried out air strike in its territory.
Ukraine:
Ukraine: Rebels ask Russia for military assistance
Ukrainian Foreign Minister demands urgent meeting of Security Council after rebels ask Russia for military help.
Iran blames US for situation in Ukraine
Iran calls on Russia and Ukraine to exercise restraint, but also blames US and NATO for the situation.
Satellite images:
Satellite images: Russia deploys military vehicles and troop tents in southern Belarus
New images released by Maxar Technologies show latest Russian deployment near Ukraine.
Report in Syria:
Report in Syria: Damage caused by Israeli out air strike in Quneitra
Syrian army source says Israel carried out air strike in Quneitra using surface-to-surface missiles.
Blinken cancels meeting with Russian Foreign Minister
Secretary of State says he will no longer meet with Russian Foreign Minister in Geneva.
Iran returns thousands of COVID vaccines because they were manufactured in the US
Iran’s Supreme Leader banned the country from importing American vaccines last year.
Ukrainian President:
Ukrainian President: We're not afraid of anything or anyone
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky responds to Putin's move, rules out territorial concessions.
US condemns Putin:
US condemns Putin: We are ready to respond immediately
White House says Biden will announce measures against Russia following recognition of independence of separatists in Ukraine.
Putin orders 'peacekeeping operation' in eastern Ukraine
Russian President orders peacekeepers to Donetsk and Luhansk regions of eastern Ukraine.
Report:
Report: Senior Israeli officials blast Biden over Iran deal
Senior Israeli officials reportedly say Biden "has turned diplomacy into a religion" as talks with Iran advance.
British PM to announce plan to scrap COVID restrictions
British PM Boris Johnson to repeal any pandemic requirements that impinge on personal freedoms.
Ukraine crisis
Biden and Putin agree in principle to Macron-mediated summit
Elysee Palace says summit “can only be held if Russia does not invade Ukraine”.
US warns Americans in Russia of potential attacks
US embassy in Moscow urges Americans to "have evacuation plans that do not rely on US government assistance".
Toronto university's student union endorses BDS motion
University of Toronto Students’ Union calls for divestment in companies "complicit in occupation of Palestinian Territory.”
Israel: We won't cooperate with UN probe of abuses
Israel formally announces it will not cooperate with UNHRC probe of alleged abuses against Palestinian Arabs.
Abbas meets Pelosi to discuss 'two-state solution'
PA chairman meets US House Speaker in one of highest-level meetings between US and PA officials in recent years.
Herzog meets Erdogan's top adviser
Senior Turkish delegation visits Israel and is greeted by President Herzog, who is due to visit Turkey soon.
US:
US: Nuclear deal possible within days if Iran shows seriousness
Amid talks in Vienna, United States says nuclear deal is possible within days if Iran “shows seriousness”.
Erdogan:
Erdogan: Herzog's visit will be good for Turkey-Israel relations
Turkish President says Ankara welcomes the upcoming visit of Israel's President to Turkey.
