Peskov on Pashinyan’s statement that Yerevan would be satisfied if it were expelled from the CSTO

Well, frankly speaking, I find it difficult to understand what it would mean for him to be "pleased" to be expelled; if Yerevan—based on its national interests—no longer needs membership in such an important organization for ensuring regional security, then it is free to make the relevant decision and leave that organization.

Greece moves missile battery to Crete after Iranian threats to US bases in Europe

Greece is moving a Patriot missile battery from the island of Karpathos to the Souda naval base on Crete to bolster air defences, the Greek daily Kathimerini reports.

Iran warns countries against joining U.S. "economic pressure campaign"

A senior Iranian security official on Saturday warned neighboring countries and other states against joining the United States in its "economic pressure campaign" against Iran, saying Tehran would regard such countries as "enemies."

Trump repeats claim that Strait of Hormuz is US territory

President Trump has repeated the claim that the Strait of Hormuz is US territory in a post on Truth Social.

Egypt, Iran discuss regional de-escalation, implementation of Tehran-Washington memorandum

The top diplomats of Egypt and Iran on Saturday discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region and implement a memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington.

North Korea says record-high Japan defense budget would risk ‘turmoil’

North Korea slammed Japan’s reported plans to increase its defense budget, accusing Tokyo on Saturday of preparing for a “war of aggression” as its US ally pursues talks with Pyongyang.

U.S., Canada fail to reach trade deal

The United States and Canada failed to reach a trade deal on Friday, and the White House said that it would impose 50-percent tariffs on certain imports from Canada on Saturday.

Trump believes Democrats will impeach him if they win congressional elections

 US President Donald Trump believes Democrats will impeach him if Republicans lose the midterm congressional elections in November.