China reaffirms support for Iran’s sovereignty, while Saudi Arabia calls for diplomacy after violent riots. Both nations emphasize regional stability, condemn foreign interference, and pledge continued cooperation to address security challenges.

Arab states along the Persian Gulf are urging Washington to avoid any military strike on Iran, warning that such an action could disrupt both economic and political stability.

Turkey is reportedly seeking to join Saudi Arabia and Pakistan in a NATO-style military alliance, potentially creating a new security alignment that could affect regional balances.

The leader of Yemen’s separatist Southern Transitional Council (STC) flees to an unknown location ahead of planned talks in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi warplanes have bombed separatists in southern Yemen backed by the United Arab Emirates, leaving seven killed, amid tensions between the two Persian Gulf Arab nations.

The Saudi ambassador to Yemen says the UAE-allied separatists operating in conflict-ridden country refused landing permission for a plane carrying a delegation from Saudi Arabia to the port city of Aden.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 09:00 GMT on December 30, 2025.