Protests in Kazakhstan, which started after the government hiked liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices, continue despite the government’s resignation. Angry protesters in Taldykorgan tried to topple the statue of the country’s first President, Nursultan Nazarbayev. Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who tried to appease the protesters, announced in a televised speech that he had taken over the Presidency of the National Security Council from former leader Nursultan Nazarbayev.

As the protests intensified yesterday, a state of emergency was declared in the country. It was announced that more than 200 people were detained in the protests in Almaty, where tear gas was used against those protesting the hike in fuel prices yesterday.

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Iran Warns Europe Over Nuclear Dispute

On Jun 6, 2025

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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Iran Warns Europe Over Nuclear Dispute