Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Iran Rejects Pompeo’s Baseless, Interventionist Accusations

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has taken a swipe at the new US secretary of state for the meddlesome comments he made against Tehran in the so-called new US strategy.

Pompeo in No Position to Set Conditions for Iran: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has rejected remarks by the top US diplomat who listed US demands Iran should meet, saying Washington is in no positions to dictate to an independent Iran.

Six Iranian Ministers, Two MPs Call for Unlocking Twitter

Six Iranian ministers as well as two lawmakers, all of whom are members of the council in charge of filtering, have called for removing the 9-year ban on people’s access to Twitter.

Tehran Hosting Public Iftar Ceremonies in Ramadan

Citizens of Tehran can break their fast in Iftar ceremonies held every night during the holy month of Ramadan in Imam Hussein Square.

Iranian Universities Ready to Admit Students Studying Abroad

Although the US move to withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal may have no impact on the educational status of Iranian students studying abroad, universities in Iran are completely ready to admit them if they decide to return, said Iran’s Deputy Minister for Science, Research and Technology.

Iran Hails Venezuela Election as Victory for Democracy

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has congratulated the Venezuelan government and nation for successfully holding their presidential election, saying it was a great success for democracy in the Latin American country.

“Iran Not to Leave Syria before Assad Gov’t Wants It to”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi reiterated Tehran’s policy of providing support for Damascus in the fight against terrorism and said the Islamic Republic’s advisory mission in Syria will continue as long as the Arab country’s government wants it.

Iran Unveils Handmade Carpets Woven for FIFA World Cup

Seven exquisite hand-knotted Persian carpets commemorating the 2018 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup in Russia have been put on display during a ceremony in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabriz.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, May 21, and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Establishes Nano Export Hub in Indonesia

Iran has established its first nanotechnology export hub in Indonesia to increase its share of Asian markets by supplying them with its domestically-manufactured nano-products.

Iranian Pupils Draw Paintings for Parentless Children

An exhibition of paintings drawn by little kids for unparented and neglected children was recently held in the Iranian capital, Tehran.

Khusf; Pre-Islamic Iranian City Immune to Earthquake

The city of Khusf, located 36 km west of the capital of South Khorasan Province in eastern Iran, is one of the oldest cities of the province.

“Iran Nuclear Deal Waste of Time; Rouhani Must Apologize”

An Iranian conservative lawmaker has lashed out at the Rouhani administration for the time and effort it spent to secure the Iran nuclear deal, saying the attempts made in that regard failed to produce the desired result.

Iran Denies Reports on Support for Taliban Militants

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has blasted certain efforts to divert the Afghan nation’s attention from the main causes of the perpetuation of war in the country by levelling unsubstantiated accusations against the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iran Congratulates Montenegro on Its Independence Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has felicitated the Montenegrin nation and government on the country’s Independence Day.

Iran President Meets Members of National Football Team ahead of FIFA World Cup

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warmly received the Iranian national football team before its departure for Turkey where it will prepare itself for the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia.

Iran Leader Donates $95,000 for Release of Prisoners

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has donated IRR 4 billion (over $95,000) to the Blood Money Headquarters to pave the way for release of prisoners jailed for involuntary manslaughter.

Iran Rejects Reports on Talks with EU over Issues beyond JCPOA

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Iran’s current negotiations with the EU over the JCPOA don’t cover any issue beyond the nuclear deal.

EU’s Will to Preserve JCPOA in Contrast with Companies’ Withdrawal: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the EU’s commitment to remain in the Iran nuclear deal stands in contradiction with ongoing withdrawal of leading European companies from Iran.

Bin Salman Absent from another Major Ceremony in Saudi Arabia

Reports on mysterious disappearance of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman from public ceremonies continue to pour in.

European Car Manufactures to Remain in Iran despite US Bans

Informed sources say European carmakers like Peugeot, Citroen and Renault will continue their operation in Iran despite the upcoming re-imposition of US sanctions.

Iranian Female Referee Shines at Int’l Football Events

Mahsa Qorbani, an Iranian woman football referee who has judged several international women and men’s matches, is making headlines worldwide.

Iran’s Lovely Beaches in Photos

Iran has the Caspian Sea on its northern boundaries and the Persian Gulf on its southern boundaries, and each of these coastlines has its own beauties.

Vintage Cars Go on Parade in Tehran

Fifty old cars, some as old as 60, held a rally from Saadabad Palace to Niavaran Palace in Tehran on Wednesday.

Carlos Queiroz Names Provisional Iran Squad for FIFA World Cup 2018

Iran’s head coach Carlos Queiroz has named his provisional 24-man squad for the FIFA World Cup 2018, which is due to begin in Russia next month.