The Turkish Embassy in Washington and the Turkish community have joined forces to collect relief materials, which have been transferred to the cargo area of the Turkish Airlines at Dulles International Airport. The Embassy has announced that 430 tons of aid is estimated to be sent out later today. This aid will be brought to the affected areas and used to aid those impacted by the earthquakes. With the generosity and support of people from all over the world.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi dismissed U.S. demands to halt Iran’s nuclear activities, saying uranium enrichment is a “legitimate and non-negotiable right.” Responding to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff’s call to first limit and eventually end the program, Arakchi stressed Iran is open to confidence-building steps but won’t compromise on enrichment.
He also criticized the U.S. for sending mixed signals and emphasized that Tehran will judge Washington’s intentions at the negotiation table. Arakchi added he will deliver a letter from Supreme Leader Khamenei to Russian President Putin during his upcoming Moscow visit.
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