1. Iran says the resolution of the Syria crisis is contingent upon respect for the Syrian people’s will as well as the country’s territorial integrity.
2. The Russian foreign minister says restoring stability in the Middle East takes a lot of efforts.
3. Iraqi forces push to retake the western city of Ramadi from Daesh despite numerous obstacles including sniper fire and car bombs.
4. Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hold talks with his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif during a surprise visit.
5. Fierce fighting continues in the strategic district of Sangin in Afghanistan’s Helmand province between government forces and Taliban militants.