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Here are Press TV's latest top stories, 1600 GMT on February 21, 2025.
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FOREIGN POLICY
Nearly a third of Canadians view US as ‘enemy’: Poll
A recent poll has shown that 27% of Canadians see the United States as an enemy while only 30% still see it as an ally
POLITICS
‘No legal prohibition’ on sale of Shahed drone: Iran’s UN mission
Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations has stressed there is “no legal prohibition” on the sale of the country’s Shahed drone, one of the world’s most advanced unmanned aerial vehicles, to other countries, after reports alleged it was used by Russia in its war on Ukraine.
EU
EU weighting new aid package to Ukraine ‘to show support’ amid rift with US
The new aid package came after the US government held a meeting with Russian officials on the fate of the Ukraine war
FROM BEIRUT
Master of martyrs
This edition of the program is about the master of martyrs, martyr Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah, on the eve of his funeral ceremony.
RUSSIA
Russia warns of NATO threats against port infrastructure
Russia’s Security Council has warned of increasing threats from the US-backed NATO alliance against Russian port infrastructure in the Baltic Sea.
DEFENSE
‘New generation of smart weapons’: Iran Army to launch massive joint drills in southern waters
Iran's Army is set to begin the main phase of its joint Zolfaghar 1403 drills, with the objective of showcasing the country’s growing defensive capabilities.
PALESTINE
Canada arrests prominent activist over pro-Palestinian stance
Police in Canada have arrested a Canadian activist and author for criticizing Israel and its genocidal war against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
POLITICS
‘Resistance resurrection’: Iran delegation in Lebanon as details of Nasrallah funeral announced
A high-ranking Iranian delegation will attend Nasrallah's funeral in Beirut.
POLITICS
Irish leaders to boycott White House event over Trump’s Gaza plot
Sinn Fein will not attend the annual White House St. Patrick’s day celebrations in protest to Trump's Gaza ethnic cleansing plan.
RUSSIA
Russia takes control of three more villages in eastern Ukraine: Defense Ministry
The Russian Defense Ministry has announced that its forces have taken control of the villages of Nadiivka, Novosilka, and Novoocheretuvate in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, advancing further toward the central Dnipropetrovsk region.
PALESTINE
Israeli forces kill Palestinian woman in southern Gaza in another ceasefire violation
Israeli forces kill a Palestinian woman with live fire in south Gaza in violation of the ceasefire.
PALESTINE
Hamas says to release 6 captives, raps Netanyahu’s threat over Shiri Bibas as PR stunt
Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has announced the names of six Israeli captives who are set to be released on Saturday as part of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement.
NUCLEAR ENERGY
Official: Iran mastering construction of nuclear power plants
The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the United States has failed to prevent the construction of Karun power plant in the southern city of Darkhoveyn, reaffirming that the Islamic Republic continues to pursue its peaceful nuclear activities despite the enemies’ plots.
IN-DEPTH
‘Doctors Against Genocide’ demands US Senate stop Trump
'Doctors Against Genocide' urged the U.S. Senate to halt President Trump's plans for a military occupation of Gaza, citing the dire humanitarian crisis in the region.
PALESTINE
Fearing Hezbollah, Israelis refuse to return to northern settelments
Israeli settlers are reluctant to return to illegal settlements in the northern part of the occupied lands over security concerns.
PALESTINE
Malcolm X, civil rights icon who challenged Zionism and advocated for Palestine
Malcolm X, the legendary leader of the civil rights movement in the US, was a great champion of the Palestinian cause who challenged Zionism and its Western patrons.
DEFENSE
Exclusive: IRGC chief says Iran ready to confront any attacks
The IRGC chief commander say Iran's advanced weapons and high-skilled Armed Forces enable the country to confront any attacks by enemies.
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