https://www.rferl.org Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty is an international news organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries https://www.rferl.org/Content/responsive/RFE/en-US/img/logo.png https://www.rferl.org en Copyright 2026 - RFE/RL, Inc. 60 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:09:38 +0200 Pangea CMS – RFE/RL President Donald Trump said "very good meetings" were held in Doha as US and Iranian officials gathered in the Qatari capital for indirect technical talks, with Qatar and Pakistan serving as mediators. https://www.rferl.org/a/us-iran-qatar-doha-talks-war/33794004.html https://www.rferl.org/a/us-iran-qatar-doha-talks-war/33794004.html Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:51:23 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown Stories Qatar's Foreign Ministry said no high-level meeting between US and Iranian officials is scheduled in Doha in the coming days, after US President Donald Trump said Iran had requested talks and the White House announced senior US envoys would travel to Qatar for negotiations. https://www.rferl.org/a/qatar-no-us-iran-talks-doha/33791989.html https://www.rferl.org/a/qatar-no-us-iran-talks-doha/33791989.html Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:36:49 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown StoriesMiddle East Ukraine's repeated attacks on Russian oil refineries and energy facilities have caused fuel shortages to spread across Russia. Social media users have shared videos of long lines outside gas stations in Moscow and elsewhere around the country as drivers wait for hours to fill up their tanks. https://www.rferl.org/a/fuel-crisis-hits-moscow-after-ukrainian-strikes-on-refineries/33791272.html https://www.rferl.org/a/fuel-crisis-hits-moscow-after-ukrainian-strikes-on-refineries/33791272.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:48:29 +0200 RussiaRussia Invades Ukraine Iran has claimed no talks are scheduled with the United States in the coming days, despite US President Donald Trump saying that Tehran had "requested a meeting" and that negotiations would take place on June 30 in the Gulf state of Qatar. https://www.rferl.org/a/us-iran-attacks-hormuz-negotiations/33791011.html https://www.rferl.org/a/us-iran-attacks-hormuz-negotiations/33791011.html Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:48:16 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown StoriesMiddle East Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged what outside experts, many regional officials, and everyday citizens have already noticed: Russia is facing energy shortages, causing major problems for citizens and industries. https://www.rferl.org/a/putin-acknowledge-russia-energy-shortages-ukraine/33790678.html https://www.rferl.org/a/putin-acknowledge-russia-energy-shortages-ukraine/33790678.html Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:09:29 +0200 NewsRussiaUkraineRussia Invades UkraineThe Rundown Stories A fragile truce between Iran and the United States appeared increasingly shaky early on June 28 as both sides accused one another of violating an interim agreement meant to halt months of fighting, amid renewed missile, drone, and air strikes across the Gulf region. https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-us-hormuz-cease-fire-violation-kuwait-bahrain-trump/33790546.html https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-us-hormuz-cease-fire-violation-kuwait-bahrain-trump/33790546.html Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:17:20 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown HeadlineMiddle East Ukraine struck a Russian military plant in Volgograd overnight with FP-5 “Flamingo” missiles, as Russia launched another major drone attack against Ukraine. The strikes came as Russian authorities declared a state of emergency in Crimea due to ongoing Ukrainian attacks and damage to infrastructure. https://www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-hits-russian-arms-plant-volgograd-drone-barrage/33790070.html https://www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-hits-russian-arms-plant-volgograd-drone-barrage/33790070.html Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:34:06 +0200 NewsRussiaUkraineThe Rundown Stories A Ukrainian photojournalist captured life near the front lines as the Russian invasion into eastern Ukraine persists despite Kyiv's successful drone strikes deep inside Russia. https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-invasion-ukraine-evacuations-photographer-witness/33787789.html https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-invasion-ukraine-evacuations-photographer-witness/33787789.html Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:31:46 +0200 Russia Invades UkraineFeaturesUkrainePhoto GalleriesThe Rundown Stories Recent photos from a key Russian logistics route highlight the growing impact of Ukraine's efforts to stifle Russian operations. https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-ukraine-war-logistics-drone-highway-crimea/33786426.html https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-ukraine-war-logistics-drone-highway-crimea/33786426.html Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:41:30 +0200 UkraineRussiaPhoto GalleriesRussia Invades UkraineThe Rundown Stories Vice President JD Vance said "good progress" was made in negotiations on a framework toward reaching a final peace deal within 60 days, including the guarantee of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, an end to fighting in Lebanon, and Tehran's acceptance of visits by IAEA inspectors. https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-united-states-burgenstock-roadmap-war/33786170.html https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-united-states-burgenstock-roadmap-war/33786170.html Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:16:39 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown HeadlineMiddle East Russian-installed authorities in occupied Crimea have suspended fuel sales to private individuals and businesses amid a severe fuel shortage and a weak tourist season, as Ukrainian drone strikes continue to disrupt Russia's oil and transport infrastructure. https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-ukraine-war-crimea-fuel-shortage-drone-strikes/33785662.html https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-ukraine-war-crimea-fuel-shortage-drone-strikes/33785662.html Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:58:23 +0200 NewsRussiaUkraineRussia Invades UkraineThe Rundown Stories High-level talks are now under way between US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian representatives at the Burgenstock resort in Switzerland, launching what could become the most consequential diplomatic effort yet to stabilize the Middle East after near four months of war. https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-us-talks-switzerland-hormuz/33785567.html https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-us-talks-switzerland-hormuz/33785567.html Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:26:41 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown HeadlineMiddle East A Tajik couple was forced to abandon the name they chose for their newborn child after officials said it was not on an approved registry. The case highlights Tajikistan's controversial effort to promote Persian-rooted names and curb visible Islamic influences. https://www.rferl.org/a/tajikistan-baby-names-approved-list/33784703.html https://www.rferl.org/a/tajikistan-baby-names-approved-list/33784703.html Sun, 21 Jun 2026 09:59:20 +0200 TajikistanFeaturesThe Rundown Stories Iranian-born author Marjane Satrapi, who wrote the hit graphic novel Persepolis, was laid to rest on June 19 in Paris amid tributes honoring her work. Her graphic novel was later adapted into a Cannes-winning animated film.  https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-france-marjane-satrapi-funeral-persepolis-radiation-cannes-human-rights-film-animation/33784759.html https://www.rferl.org/a/iran-france-marjane-satrapi-funeral-persepolis-radiation-cannes-human-rights-film-animation/33784759.html Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:33:02 +0200 IranVideo ArchiveVideosHuman Rights A massive Ukrainian strike on a Moscow oil refinery on June 18 is set to exacerbate a worsening fuel shortage that is spreading throughout Russia. https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-fuel-crisis-ukraine-war-drone-campaign-oil/33783797.html https://www.rferl.org/a/russia-fuel-crisis-ukraine-war-drone-campaign-oil/33783797.html Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:52:06 +0200 RussiaUkrainePhoto GalleriesPhoto GalleriesRussia Invades UkraineThe Rundown Stories Multiple Ukrainian drones hit a Moscow oil refinery on the morning of June 18, according to Russian officials, in what was the second attack this week on the largest fuel supplier to the Moscow region. At least 16 people were injured in the attack, according to authorities. https://www.rferl.org/a/massive-ukrainian-drone-strike-targets-moscow-region-s-largest-fuel-supplier/33783664.html https://www.rferl.org/a/massive-ukrainian-drone-strike-targets-moscow-region-s-largest-fuel-supplier/33783664.html Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:52:30 +0200 VideosRussiaVideo Archive US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict that has roiled the Middle East since late February. https://www.rferl.org/a/uran-us-sign-deal-trump-pezeshkian-hormuz-nuclear/33783570.html https://www.rferl.org/a/uran-us-sign-deal-trump-pezeshkian-hormuz-nuclear/33783570.html Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:01:01 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown Headline US President Donald Trump said the United States could resume military action against Iran if he is dissatisfied with the implementation of the memorandum of understanding reached between Washington and Tehran. https://www.rferl.org/a/trump-us-iran-deal-talks/33783001.html https://www.rferl.org/a/trump-us-iran-deal-talks/33783001.html Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:41:02 +0200 IranNewsThe Rundown StoriesMiddle East Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations have pledged their "unwavering support" for Ukraine and agreed to increase pressure on Russia through sanctions and weapons supplies to Kyiv amid signs Washington is turning its focus back toward ending Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II. https://www.rferl.org/a/g7-support-ukraine-us-pressure-kremlin-russia-trump-putin/33782886.html https://www.rferl.org/a/g7-support-ukraine-us-pressure-kremlin-russia-trump-putin/33782886.html Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:18:47 +0200 NewsRussiaUkraineRussia Invades UkraineThe Rundown Stories Dozens of soccer fans displayed Iran’s pre-revolutionary Lion and Sun flag at the country’s World Cup opener in defiance of FIFA, which won a court hearing allowing it to prohibit the symbol inside venues. The Lion and Sun flag has become a mark of resistance to repressive theocratic rule in Iran. https://www.rferl.org/a/pre-revolutionary-flags-fly-at-iran-s-world-cup-opener-defying-fifa-ban/33782275.html https://www.rferl.org/a/pre-revolutionary-flags-fly-at-iran-s-world-cup-opener-defying-fifa-ban/33782275.html Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:11:28 +0200 VideosIranVideo Archive