Pentagon spends $43 million to build Afghanistan gas station
The U.S. Department of Defense spent nearly $43 million on a gas station in northern Afghanistan and has been unable to explain why it cost so much, a U.S. special inspector reported on Monday.
Iran parliament approves nuclear deal bill in victory for Rouhani
Iran's conservative-dominated parliament passed a bill on Tuesday approving its nuclear deal with world powers, signaling victory for the government over hardline opponents who worry the accord opens a door to wider rapprochement with the West.
China's Xi says to prioritize energy cooperation with Iran
China will prioritize its energy and financial cooperation with Iran, as the recent nuclear deal means there is now even more opportunity to work together, Chinese President Xi Jinping told his Iranian counterpart Hassan Rouhani.
Russia has agreed to resume gas supplies to Ukraine under a deal reached late on September 25 with the European Union.
Russia has agreed to resume gas supplies to Ukraine under a deal reached late on September 25 with the European Union.
Gas Talks Set To Resume Between Russia, Ukraine, And Europe
Russia, Ukraine, and the European Union are set to resume talks aimed at restoring Russian gas supplies to Ukraine, the Russian energy minister has said.
Russia rejects criticism of greenhouse gas plan, will not amend: top Putin adviser
Russia has rebuffed calls for a more ambitious plan to cut its carbon dioxide emissions after environmentalists branded its current pledge inadequate and backward-looking.
Russia Will Help Ensure Tajikistan's Stability Following Recent Violence
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow will help Tajikistan ensure stability after recent violence there left more than 20 dead, stoking fresh fears of unrest in the former Soviet state.
UN Nuclear Chief Will Visit Iran Soon
An Iranian official says the head of the UN nuclear watchdog agency will visit Iran soon for further talks on the inspection of Iran's nuclear facilities.
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