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Iran Leader attends Ashura eve mourning ceremony in Tehran

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei attended a mourning ceremony held on the eve of Ashura at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiya in Tehran, marking the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, the third Shia Imam.

Millions across Iran commemorate Imam Hussein’s Martyrdom on Ashura

Millions of Shia Muslims throughout Iran are observing Ashura on Sunday, mourning the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson and the third Shia Imam.

Largest open air Ta’zieh in Iran held in Sahra Roud, Fasa: The story of Horr ibn Yazid Ryahi

The Ta’zieh (tragic play) of Horr ibn Yazid Ryahi was performed on Thursday in the village of Sahra Roud in Fasa County, Fars Province.

Iraqi Kurdistan region denies existence of Zionist regime’s bases

The Iraqi Kurdistan region's Interior Ministry has expressed serious concern over renewed allegations regarding the existence of Israeli-operated centers in the the territory.

IRGC marks 42nd anniversary of Iranian diplomats’ abduction, warns Zionist regime

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has commemorated the 42nd anniversary of the abduction of four Iranian diplomats, in Beirut 43 years ago, warning that the Zionist regime and its supporters will not be spared from accountability for their past crimes.

Putin ‘wants to keep killing people’: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin does not appear interested in ending the war in Ukraine, according to a comment made onboard Air Force One.

Netanyahu era sees 40% surge in Israeli settlements in West Bank: Report

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank endure a sharp rise in settler attacks, alongside a 40% increase in the number of settlement outposts under the current government led by Benjamin Netanyahu, according to a report.

Nearly half a million undocumented Afghan nationals leave Iran

The deputy governor of Iran's Khorasan Razavi Province, bordering Afghanistan, has said approximately 490,000 undocumented Afghan nationals have left Iran voluntarily through the Dogharoun border crossing over the past 100 days.

Gaza ceasefire deal may come next week after ‘positive’ Hamas response: Trump

US President Donald Trump has stated a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas may be reached next week, following what he described as a “positive” response from the Palestinian group to a US proposal.

Tabriz Airport resumes operations with first post-war flight

Iran’s northwestern Tabriz International Airport resumed operations on Saturday with its first flight after the country’s 12-day conflict with Israel that left both of its runways damaged and suspended operations for 23 days.

NATO calls for US ‘flexibility’ on Ukraine aid as Washington halts deliveries

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has urged the United States to show "flexibility" in its military aid to Ukraine, after Washington unexpectedly paused some weapon deliveries citing concerns over dwindling domestic stockpiles.

Iran lashes out at Israel for strike on Evin prison hospital, urges accountability

Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned an Israeli airstrike on the hospital facility inside Evin Prison in Tehran on June 25, calling it a war crime and demanding international accountability.

No power can prevent Iran from attaining its legitimate rights: Leader advisor

A top advisor to Iran's Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has stressed the Iranian nation’s cast-iron resolve to stand on its legitimate rights regarding scientific development and preservation of its national esteem.

Iran says Israel behind abduction of its diplomats in Lebanon 43 years ago

The Iranian Foreign Ministry announced that the Islamic Republic holds the Zionist regime responsible for the abduction and hostage-taking of four Iranian diplomats in Lebanon more than four decades ago and continues to seriously pursue the matter through relevant international channels.

613 Gaza killings recorded at aid sites, near humanitarian convoys: UN

The United Nations human rights office says it has recorded at least 613 killings of Palestinians, both at controversial aid points run by the Israeli and United States-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) and near humanitarian convoys.

IAEA inspectors leave Iran as Tehran suspends cooperation with UN atomic watchdog

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed it is pulling its inspectors out of Iran after Tehran suspended its collaboration with the United Nations nuclear agency.

Zelensky and Trump agree on joint defence efforts in ‘fruitful’ phone call

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke on Friday with US President Donald Trump, in what the Ukrainian leader said was a "very important and fruitful" telephone conversation.

Iranians commemorate Tasua, honoring Imam Hussein’s sacrifice

Millions of Iranians are participating in nationwide mourning ceremonies on Tasua on Saturday, the ninth day of Muharram, to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein ibn Ali, the third Shia Imam, and his loyal companions.

Iranian MP warns Israel of ‘end of regime’ if further attacks occur

Alaeddin Boroujerdi, a senior member of Iran’s Parliament and the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, has warned that any renewed military aggression by Israel against Iran would mark the “end of the illegitimate and criminal Zionist regime.”

Hamas says responded to US-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal in a ‘positive spirit’

Palestinian group Hamas has announced it has given a “positive” response to a United States-brokered proposal for a Gaza ceasefire, raising hopes for a possible breakthrough in halting Israel’s offensive.

Threats facing NATO becoming more complex and intertwined: New chief of military operations

The threats facing NATO are becoming more complex and intertwined but they remain "no match" for the alliance, the new US General at the head of NATO's military operations stated as he took up his functions.

IRGC spokesman: Iran ready for crushing response if attacked again

The spokesman for Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned that any renewed aggression against the country will be met with a decisive and unrestrained response.

Iran’s top military official warns of devastating response to any new attack

Chief of the General Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi has warned that any renewed aggression against Iran will provoke a crushing response that even the US might not be able to counter.

Tehran reaffirms conditional cooperation with IAEA following recent aggression against Iran

In an exclusive interview with NBC, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takhte-Ravanchi, underscored that Tehran has not shut the door on cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), despite the recent military aggression against Iran by the US and the Zionist regime.

Iranian president condemns Israeli attacks, defends Iran’s right to self-defense at ECO summit

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian strongly condemned recent Israeli airstrikes on Iran during his speech at the 17th ECO Summit in the Republic of Azerbaijan, calling them “illegal, terrorist, and aggressive.”