Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Saudi FM to make rare trip to occupied West Bank

Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan will visit the occupied West Bank within days, making him the highest ranking Saudi official to visit the region in almost 60 years, the Palestinian Authority (PA) revealed on Friday.

Iranian MP apologizes after son’s involvement in traffic accident

Deputy Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, Ali Nikzad, issued a public apology following a recent traffic accident involving his son and a police officer in Tehran’s Vanak Square.

France may toughen stance on Israel if it continues blocking Gaza aid: Macron

Paris could harden its position on Israel if it continues to block humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Friday, reiterating that his country was committed to a two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestinian conflict.

US proposes 60-day ceasefire for Gaza

The U.S. plan for the Gaza Strip, seen by Reuters on Friday, proposes a 60-day ceasefire and the release of 28 Israeli hostages - alive and dead - in the first week, in exchange for the release of 1,236 Palestinian prisoners in the Israeli jails and the remains of 180 dead Palestinians.

US, E3 plan to push IAEA Board of Governors to find Iran in breach of duties: Reuters

Western powers are preparing to push the U.N. nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors at its next quarterly meeting to declare Iran in breach of its non-proliferation obligations for the first time in almost 20 years, a move bound to enrage Tehran, diplomats has stated.

Iran denies Reuters’ claim regarding Saudi King’s message

The spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs explicitly denied Reuters' recent claim about the Saudi king’s message to Iran regarding indirect Tehran-Washington negotiations.

Over 300 celebrities urge PM Starmer to end UK arms sales to Israel

Nineteen months into the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip, more than 300 British artists, doctors, activists and academics have signed an open letter urging British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to end UK complicity in potential war crimes and broker an immediate and permanent ceasefire.

Iranian Judiciary on singer’s suicide rumors: Tataloo hospitalized due to poisoning

Iran’s Judiciary has issued an official statement about recent rumors surrounding the health condition of Amir Hossein Maghsoudloo, known as Tataloo, saying the singer was transferred to a medical facility in Tehran following a case of poisoning. 

Iranian rapper Tataloo reportedly hospitalized after suicide attempt in prison

Iranian rapper Amir Hossein Maghsoudloo, widely known as Tataloo, was hospitalized on Friday following an apparent suicide attempt while in prison, according to initial reports from the media.

Pezeshkian: Iran Committed to Principle of “Development Alongside Oman”

Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, referred to the signing of 18 cooperation agreements and documents during his recent visit to Oman and emphasized: "The foundation of both sides is 'development alongside each other,' and we are committed to this principle."

Shahr-e Babak: A Historic city in Iran rich in culture, natural attractions

Shahr-e Babak, a historic city in Iran’s Kerman Province, continues to be a captivating destination for those interested in the country’s historical and natural landscapes.

Advisor to Iran Leader: Negotiation a Tool to Safeguard National Interests, Not Surrender

The political advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution responded to recent remarks by US President Donald Trump regarding Iran’s nuclear program and the indirect Tehran-Washington talks, stating that negotiation is a means for progress and preserving national interests and dignity—not for imposition or surrender.

Esteghlal clinches Iran’s Hazfi Cup title after extra-time victory over Malavan

Iran's Esteghlal FC were crowned champions of the 2023–2024 Hazfi Cup after edging past Malavan with a 1–0 victory in extra time on Thursday night at Imam Khomeini Stadium in Arak, western Iran.

Iran FM says not certain Tehran on brink of deal with U.S

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has cast doubt on media speculation about an imminent deal between Iran and the United States, stating: “I’m not sure we are actually at such a juncture.”

Conservative journalist urges Iran deputy speaker to resign over son’s alleged assault on police officer

Prominent Iranian conservative journalist Mohammad Mohajeri has called for the resignation of Ali Nikzad, Deputy Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, following reports that Nikzad’s son injured a police officer in Tehran.

Iranian Official: Nurse migration drops sharply amid renewed hope, govt. support

Iran’s Deputy Health Minister for Nursing Affairs, Dr. Abbas Ebadi, announced a significant decline in nurse migration in 2024.

Persian Gulf leaders told Trump they oppose attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites: Axios

The leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have all argued against a strike on Iran's nuclear facilities during US President Donald Trump's recent visit and encouraged him to continue pushing for a new nuclear accord, three sources with knowledge of the talks have told Axios.

Over 310 UNRWA staff killed in Gaza: Agency’s chief

More than 310 staff from the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) have been killed in Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip since October 2023, the agency’s chief has stated.

UN describes Gaza as “hungriest place on earth”

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has described the Gaza Strip as 'the hungriest place on Earth'.

US envoy says Trump to declare Syria ‘state that doesn’t sponsor terrorism’

US President Donald Trump will soon declare Syria a state that doesn't sponsor terrorism, US ambassador to Syria Thomas Barrack announced on Thursday.

Israel approves construction of 22 new settlements in occupied West Bank

Tel Aviv has approved the construction of 22 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, including at previously dismantled sites.

Iranian diplomat confirms release of cleric detained in Saudi Arabia; domestic calls for prosecution emerge

Iran's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, confirmed on Thursday that Iranian cleric Gholamreza Ghasemian and another Iranian national detained in the kingdom have been released and returned to Tehran.

Israel kills 10 desperate aid seekers in Gaza in 2 days

At least 10 Palestinians, desperately seeking aid from a contentious and heavily criticised United States-backed organization, have been killed by Israeli soldiers in Gaza over the last 48 hours, according to the besieged enclave’s Government Media Office on Wednesday.

80% of weapons in south under state control: Lebanon PM

The Lebanese government has managed to bring 80% of weapons in southern Lebanon under its control, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has stated.

Saudi interior minister hails positive ties with Iran in Hajj talks

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif expressed satisfaction with the current state of Iran-Saudi relations, stating that the positive ties between the two countries benefit both the region and the broader Islamic world.