An avalanche hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula over the weekend, trapping two members of an 11-person skiing group. The Russian Ministry of Emergencies reported that despite rescue efforts, the lifeless body of a 44-year-old woman buried in the avalanche was recovered. Forty people were involved in the challenging search for a missing 19-year-old, conducted under severe weather conditions of strong winds and heavy snowfall. Sadly, the young skier was found lifeless this morning. Nine individuals evacuated by the ministry’s Mi-8 helicopter were reported to be in good health.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi issued a stern warning to the UK, Germany, and France, accusing them of making a “new strategic mistake” regarding Tehran’s nuclear program. In a social media post, Arakchi said, “Iran will give a tough and determined response to the violation of its rights,” criticizing the European trio for backing a resolution against Iran at the IAEA Board of Governors.
Arakchi condemned the move as baseless, recalling past disputes in 2005 which led to the expansion of Iran’s uranium enrichment. “Have these three really not learned any lessons in the last twenty years?” he said.
Meanwhile, the IAEA reported on May 31 that Iran’s 60% enriched uranium stockpile had grown from 274.8 kg in February to 408.6 kg by May 17. In response, the UK, Germany, and France are reportedly preparing to refer Iran’s file to the UN Security Council, which could activate the “snapback” mechanism and reimpose UN sanctions.
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