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White House says Trump ‘fully supports’ Israel’s military operation in Gaza

US President Donald Trump "fully supports Israel" as Tel Aviv resumes its aerial and ground attacks on the Gaza Strip, the White House announced amid an escalating death toll.

US puts new round of sanctions against Iran

The United States Department of the Treasury has imposed a new round of sanctions against Tehran, targeting several entities, including independent Chinese teapot refineries, as well as vessels that supplied Iranian crude oil to these processing plants.

Iran’s exports to Americas surge 4.5-fold; free trade with Venezuela nears finalization

A senior official from the Trade Promotion Organization of Iran announced a significant increase in Iran’s exports to the Americas, alongside progress in establishing free trade agreements with Venezuela and other countries.

Iran’s Leader warns against threats, rejects proxy allegations 

In a Nowruz meeting held on Friday with various segments of the Iranian public and government officials, Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei delivered a message on regional and international issues, emphasizing Iran’s principled stance on resistance, self-determination, and its readiness to respond to aggression.

Iran defeats UAE 2-0 in world cup qualifier amid stadium controversy

Iran’s national football team, known as Team Melli, secured a crucial 2-0 victory against the UAE in the seventh round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Anti-Netanyahu Israelis clash with police over plan to sack Shin Bet head

Thousands of Israelis joined demonstrations against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as protests against his move to oust the head of the domestic intelligence service flared for a third consecutive day.

Thousands rally in Istanbul for 2nd night over mayor’s detention

Thousands of people gathered at Istanbul’s city hall for a second night Thursday to rally against the arrest of the city’s mayor, which many see as a politically driven endeavour to remove a key rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan from the next presidential race.

US, Israel to discuss Iran’s nuclear programme within days: Report

The United States and Israel will hold high-level talks on Iran's nuclear programme at the White House early next week, a source familiar with the matter has stated.

Russian president sends letter to new Syrian leadership

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a letter to his Syrian counterpart, Ahmed al-Sharaa, voicing his support for endeavours to restore stability and security in the country, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated.

Germany reopens its diplomatic mission in Syria after 13-year closure

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock reopened Berlin's embassy in the Syrian capital Damascus on Thursday after a 13-year closure.

Iran’s Expediency Council to review CFT, Palermo Conventions separately from FATF 

The spokesperson for Iran’s Expediency Council announced that the decision to review the CFT (Combating the Financing of Terrorism) and Palermo conventions separately from the broader FATF (Financial Action Task Force) framework was made following a directive from the Supreme Leader, based on a request from the Iranian President.

Taliban frees US detainee

A United States citizen abducted by the Taliban has been released after two years in captivity, the US Department of State has confirmed.

FM Araghchi: Iran to respond to Trump’s letter soon

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi announced that Tehran will respond to U.S. President Donald Trump’s letter in due course and through appropriate channels.

Houthis announce missile launch at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport

The Houthis have launched a hypersonic missile at Israel’s Ben Gurion airport, after the Israeli army broke a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the Yemeni group announced Thursday.

Iran’s President Promises economic reforms in Nowruz address

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has promised to find a way to tackle inflation. He stated that livelihood, housing, health, and education remain the top priorities of his administration for the new year.

Health Ministry confirms over 700 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza since Tuesday

More than 700 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli air attacks in the Gaza Strip since Tuesday, the Health Ministry announced on Thursday.

Iran’s Leader urges investments for production in New Year message

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has felicitated the nation on the occasion of the Persian new year, Nowruz, and further called for “Investments for Production”.

Macron confirms Iran released French citizen imprisoned for over 880 days

A French citizen imprisoned in Iran for more than 880 days has been freed, according to President Emmanuel Macron.

Iran summons British, German diplomatic representatives over draft resolution at UNHRC

British and German diplomatic representatives have been called to the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in protest at their governments’ move to present a draft resolution against Tehran at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).

Millions in Iran, across the world usher in Nowruz, the Persian New Year

On the occasion of the spring equinox, millions of Iranians and Persian-speaking communities around the globe are celebrating Saal Tahvil, the precise moment marking the beginning of Nowruz, the Persian New Year.

Iranian gov’t spokesperson: No immediate plans to divulge Trump letter content

The spokesperson for the Iranian government, Fatemeh Mohajerani, stated on Thursday that there are currently no plans to disclose the contents of a letter sent by US President Donald Trump.

Iran’s first vice president felicitates Persian New Year, calls for unity and progress

In a message marking the beginning of the Persian New Year 1404, Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref extended his congratulations on Nowruz on Thursday, emphasizing the significance of the holiday coinciding with the nights of Laylat al-Qadr – when the Qur’an was revealed to the Prophet – and the martyrdom of Imam Ali (AS), the first Shia Imam.

US ownership of Ukraine’s power plants ‘best protection’ of energy infrastructure: White House

President Donald Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call, during which the American leader suggested Washington's ownership of Ukraine's power plants could help ensure their security.

Israeli troops resume Gaza ground operation, seize part of Netzarim Corridor

Israeli forces have resumed ground operations in the besieged Gaza Strip, reclaiming control of a key land corridor while continuing a wide-ranging bombardment of the besieged enclave as a truce with Hamas collapsed.

Thousands protest against detention of Istanbul mayor

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Istanbul on Thursday following the arrest of the city's mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. The opposition figure is seen as a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
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