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Iranian newspaper criticizes handling of port explosion, calls for stronger security measures

Following the deadly explosion and fire at Shahid Rajaei Port, the Jomhuri-e Eslami newspaper has sharply criticized the government's response, arguing that issuing statements after such incidents is insufficient without addressing underlying security weaknesses.

At least 8 killed in latest US air attacks on Yemen

United States military strikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, have killed at least eight people and wounded several others, Houthi-affiliated media reported, as Washington acknowledged carrying out more than 800 attacks on targets in Yemen since mid-March, bringing the total of those killed to more than 220 people.

Tehran holds prayer ceremony in memory of Pope Francis I

A prayer and memorial service honoring the late Pope Francis I, the leader of the world’s Catholics, was held on this Saturday evening at St. Joseph’s Church in Tehran.

Iran president underlines stronger Azerbaijan ties with focus on economy, energy

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has emphasized deepening bilateral relations with the neighboring Republic of Azerbaijan, citing shared cultural bonds and economic potential.

Iran’s Leader calls for full probe into deadly port incident

Following the devastating fire and explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, which resulted in significant casualties and widespread sorrow, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, issued a message of condolence and called for thorough accountability.

Death toll from Iran’s Shahid Rajaee port explosion rises to 40

The tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, has claimed the lives of at least 40 people so far, according to the Governor of Hormozgan Province.

Severe thunderstorm hits Tehran, 2 killed, 41 injured

A powerful thunderstorm swept across Tehran Province on Sunday, killing 2 people and injuring 41 more, according to the spokesperson for the Tehran Emergency Medical Services.

Judiciary: Iran ready to execute perpetrator of Azerbaijani embassy attack

The spokesman for Iran's Judiciary, announced that all preparations have been completed for the execution of the qisas (retributive-in-kind for murder) sentence against the individual convicted of attacking the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Tehran.

Qatari PM says Gaza ceasefire negotiations make progress

Qatar's prime minister has stated that efforts to reach a new ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip have made some progress but an accord between Israel and Hamas to end the war remains elusive.

Iran says ready to share its achievements with African countries

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed Tehran’s readiness to share all its achievements in the areas of healthcare, trade, industry, agriculture, security, and peace with African nations.

Hunger deepens in besieged Gaza as food supplies run out: UNRWA

Food stocks have run out in the war-torn Gaza Strip, deepening hunger in the besieged enclave amid Israel’s destructive war, the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) said on Sunday.

Iranian canoeing champion dies in tragic port explosion

Arman Nozarzadeh, a prominent champion in Iran’s sprint canoeing team from Hormozgan province, tragically passed away following a devastating explosion at the Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas.

Russia deploys emergency teams to Iran after major port explosion

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the immediate dispatch of emergency specialists to Iran following a massive explosion at a port in southern Hormozgan province.

DeepMind UK staff seeking to challenge deals with Israel links: FT

Google DeepMind staff in Britain plan to unionise to challenge the company's decision to sell its artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to defence groups with ties to Tel Aviv, the Financial Times has reported.

Hamas deplores US decision to scrap UNRWA immunity

The Palestinian group Hamas has condemned a recent US decision to lift the immunity of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), asserting that the move exposes Washington’s “blind bias” against Palestinians.

Death toll in Iran port explosion rises to 25

The death toll from Saturday’s explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran has reached 25, with 10 victims identified so far, according to Hormozgan Province’s chief justice.

Iran says ready to de-escalate tension between India, Pakistan

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that Tehran is prepared to help eliminate misunderstandings and reduce tensions between India and Pakistan.

President Pezeshkian urges regional unity to uproot terrorism

Irabian President Masoud Pezeshkian has condemned a recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, emphasizing the need for regional cooperation to fight terrorism.

President Pezeshkian says Iran backs any measure to strengthen peace, tranquility

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has praised the growing cooperation with Turkmenistan in various fields, saying Tehran supports any measure that helps promote peace and tranquility.

Palestinian President appoints close aide as PLO deputy

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has appointed a close aide as vice president, the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) has announced.

UN expresses condolences over deadly port explosion in Iran

The United Nations has extended its condolences to the people and government of Iran following a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran.

Ukraine’s backers press for land concessions: WaPo

European officials are pressing Ukraine to accept the likelihood that it will be forced to agree to certain territorial concessions to Russia as part of a peace accord, the Washington Post reported, citing sources.

Number of fatalities, injuries rise in Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port explosions, fires

Iran’s interior minister says the number of fatalities from Saturday’s explosions in the southern port of Shahid Rajaee has reached 8.

Trump admits Putin may not be interested in ending Ukraine war

Russian missile attacks on Ukrainian cities and towns demonstrate that the Russian leader Vladimir Putin may not be interested in ending the war, U.S. President Donald Trump has stated, repeating his threats of sanctions.

Iran FM: Tehran only negotiates with US on nuclear issues, sanctions

Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, said that the third round of indirect talks between Iran and the US was much more serious than before, adding that Iran does not negotiate on any issue other than the nuclear matter and sanctions. 
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