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Germany: Iranian nuclear programme heavily compromised by strikes
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Germany: Iranian nuclear programme heavily compromised by strikes

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz wants to coordinate closely with his European partners on the escalating conflict in the Middle East.Credit: Kay Nietfeld/dpa Large parts of Iran's nuclear programme have been compromised following the US attacks overnight, a German government spokesman said on Sunday after a security meeting headed by Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU). However, a precise damage assessment of the US airstrikes would only be possible at a later date, spokesman Stefan Kornelius said after the security Cabinet consultations. Merz was to talk with French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during the morning on the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, according to informed sources. Kornelius also said Merz and the m...
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Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision, reports say
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Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision, reports say

Donald Trump has approved plans to attack Iran, but has not made a final decision on whether to strike the country, the BBC's US partner CBS reports. The US president held off from initiating strikes in case Iran agreed to abandon its nuclear programme, a senior intelligence source told CBS. Trump is reportedly considering a US strike on Fordo, an underground uranium enrichment facility in Iran. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Wednesday rejected Trump's demand for unconditional surrender, as the US president said his patience had run out. On Wednesday, Trump said, "I may do it, I may not do it", when asked a question about US involvement in Iran. Khamenei rebuked Trump in Wednesday's recorded speech, saying that "any US military intervention" would be costl...
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Ghana Calls for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions Between Israel and Iran
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Ghana Calls for Restraint Amid Rising Tensions Between Israel and Iran

The Government of Ghana has expressed deep concern over the escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran, following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory on June 13, 2025. In an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ghana condemned the intensifying hostilities and urged both nations to exercise maximum restraint in order to prevent further deterioration of regional stability. “Ghana calls upon the parties to prioritize dialogue, refrain from further provocation, and embrace diplomatic channels to de-escalate the situation,” the statement read. Emphasizing its commitment to international peace and security, Ghana urged both Israel and Iran to reaffirm their obligations under the United Nations Charter and respect the princi...
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Ghana Begins Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from Iran Amid Escalating Conflict
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Ghana Begins Immediate Evacuation of Citizens from Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

In a swift and decisive move aimed at protecting Ghanaian nationals, the Mahama Administration has announced the immediate evacuation of all Ghanaians residing in Iran. The decision comes in the wake of heightened hostilities between Israel and Iran, posing significant risks to civilians in the region. According to an official government statement released today, the evacuation exercise will involve Ghanaian diplomats, students, professionals, and other citizens currently living in Iran. The evacuation is being conducted through land borders due to security concerns in the region. As part of the emergency measures, Ghana’s Embassy in Tehran has been shut down indefinitely to ensure the safety of diplomatic staff. “The protection of Ghanaian lives remains our utmost priority,” the gov...
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