Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after striking a vessel – escalation in the Middle East
Iran's IRGC has closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz until further notice. A container ship caught fire near Oman after being struck by a cruise missile.
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UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock reaffirms commitment to One China principle under Resolution 2758
UNGA President Annalena Baerbock reaffirmed commitment to Resolution 2758, confirming the PRC as the sole legitimate representative of China to the UN.
EU member states fail to agree on 21st sanctions package against Russia
EU member states failed to reach a consensus on the 21st sanctions package against Russia. Disputes remain over oil price caps and entry restrictions.
UNICEF's "Generation 2050 in Central Asia" Report Will Be Presented in Brussels
The UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia is preparing a large-scale presentation of the "Generation 2050 in Central Asia" report in Brussels. This important international event was the key topic of a meeting between Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, and UNICEF Deputy Regional Director, Octavian Bivol
Death toll from earthquakes in Venezuela rises to 4,333
The death toll from two massive earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 4,333. A state of emergency is declared as rescue teams continue operations.
"Ashgabat Mall" is one of the largest and most modern shopping and entertainment destinations (video)
Ashgabat Mall is one of the largest and most modern shopping and entertainment centers in Turkmenistan
Trump says US agrees to continue talks with Iran but declares truce over
Donald Trump says the US-Iran truce is over despite agreeing to continue talks. Tensions rise after US airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure and threats of retaliation.
France crushed Morocco 2:0 and reach World Cup semi-finals – celebrations erupt in Paris
Goals from Mbappe and Dembele seal France's 2-0 win over Morocco. Les Bleus eye an unprecedented third consecutive World Cup final as Paris celebrates.
A Commemorative Medal Has Been Established for Participants in the Military Parade Dedicated to the 35th Anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed the Law of Turkmenistan establishing the commemorative medal "Participant in the Military Parade Dedicated to the 35th Anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence"
The Admissions Campaign for Universities and Vocational Schools Begins in Turkmenistan
At a Cabinet of Ministers meeting on Friday, July 10, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a package of documents regulating state policy in higher and secondary vocational education for 2026. The central event of the educational track will be the official launch of the admissions campaign for higher and secondary vocational educational institutions in the country
Summer Camp Activities Help Children in Turkmenistan Learn More About Their Rights
More than 100 children from different regions of Turkmenistan participated in interactive sessions dedicated to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child
369 million entry and exit crossings recorded through China's border in half a year
China's NIA reports a record 369 million entries and exits in the first half of 2026, driven by expanding visa-free policies and recovering global flights.
IEA: renewed skirmishes cloud oil market outlook
The IEA warns that renewed US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz cloud the oil market outlook, making a durable peace vital for global supply normalization.
The President of Turkmenistan Gave Instructions to the Government to Prepare for Key Events of the Year
Speaking at an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers to review the first half of the year, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov gave a satisfactory assessment of the country's economic indicators. The head of state reported that during the reporting period, 18.6 billion manat in capital investments were utilized under the Investment Program (an increase of 4.3%), and 309,000 square meters of housing were commissioned
US launches fresh airstrikes on Iran, threatening fragile Middle East truce
New US airstrikes hit an Iranian airport and railway bridges, jeopardizing the fragile April 8 interim ceasefire agreement and escalating regional tensions.
