Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Latest News and Views from Iran and the World

Trump expresses frustration with Putin after heavy air attack on Ukraine

US President Donald Trump has stated he was “not happy” about the Russia-Ukraine war after Moscow hit Kyiv with its largest drone attack since the war began, stressing his administration’s failure so far to reach a peace deal even after his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin last month.

President Pezeshkian stresses need for strengthening unity among Islamic states

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian and Head of the National Iraqi Alliance Seyyed Ammar al-Hakim emphasized the importance of unity among Islamic countries.

E3 has no ‘legal, moral right’ to activate snapback mechanism against Iran: Russia

A senior Russian diplomat has stated that Britain, France, and Germany lacked “legal and moral” authority to trigger the so-called snapback mechanism against Iran since they failed to uphold their obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal following the US withdrawal from the agreement.

Iran witnesses longest lunar eclipse of century

Residents across Iran observed a rare astronomical spectacle on Sunday night, as the longest total lunar eclipse of the century cast a mesmerizing glow over the country’s skies.

Muslims must cut off ties with Israel to confront its ‘catastrophic crimes’ in Gaza: Iran’s Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has stated that world nations, especially Muslim countries, must sever all trade and political relations with the Israeli regime to confront its "catastrophic crimes" in the Gaza Strip.

Tehran hosts 3rd olympiad, paralympiad of top sports talents

The opening ceremony of the Third Olympiad and Paralympiad of Tehran Province’s Top Sports Talents was held with the participation of young athletes from across the province. This sporting event is designed to identify, nurture, and promote outstanding athletic talents in both Olympic and Paralympic disciplines.

FM warns “E3’s gambit on Iran bound to backfire”

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi strongly criticized Britain, France, and Germany for seeking to trigger the snapback mechanism of the 2015 nuclear accord, warning that their “illegal gambit” lacks legal basis and will ultimately backfire by further sidelining them from future diplomacy.

Record Russian drone, missile attack kills at least 3, injures dozens in Ukraine

A record mass Russian drone and missile attack on cities across Ukraine has killed at least 3 people and injured 32 others, local authorities reported.

NASA images show Iran’s Lake Urmia has completely dried up after thousands of years

Lake Urmia, once the largest saltwater lake in the Middle East and a vital ecological landmark in northwestern Iran, has completely dried up, according to the latest satellite imagery released by NASA.

Iran finishes runner-up at Asian Karate Championships with 22 medals

Iran secured second place at the Asian Karate Championships for youth and under-21 categories, collecting seven gold, nine silver, and six bronze.

5 more Gazans die of malnutrition, death toll rises to 387

Five Palestinians, including three children, have died of malnutrition in the Israel-blockaded Gaza Strip in the last 24 hours, the Health Ministry announced Sunday.

Moscow sets conditions for return of Western companies to Russia

Western businesses are welcome to return to Russia if they have not supported the Ukrainian army and have met all obligations to their employees and the state, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated.

Senior Iranian Army commander: Enemies seek to undermine national unity but people stand firm

The Deputy Coordinator of the Iranian Army, Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, said that Iran’s enemies are constantly seeking to weaken the country’s unity and solidarity but stressed that the Iranian people have consistently stood firm in the face of pressure.

‘Blood Moon’ lunar eclipse to light up skies Sunday night, fully observable in Iran

One of the year’s most striking astronomical events will take place on Sunday night as a total lunar eclipse, commonly known as a “Blood Moon,” becomes visible across large parts of the world, including fully in Iran.

Israeli weapons manufacturer closes UK facility targeted by Palestine Action group: Report

The Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit Systems' facility in Bristol, UK, repeatedly targeted by group Palestine Action, has unexpectedly closed, according to a report.

Lebanese president calls on US to press Israel for withdrawal from south

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has urged the United States to press Israel to withdraw from occupied territories in the south to allow army deployment in the area.

British police arrest around 425 at protest for Palestine Action

UK police detained around 425 people on Saturday at a demonstration in support of Palestine Action, in the latest round of detentions of its supporters since the pro-Palestinian group was banned by the government as a terrorist organisation.

Armenian philharmonic marks centennial with historic performance at Iran’s Persepolis

The ancient site of Persepolis in southern Iran hosted a landmark cultural event, as the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra performed to mark its 100th anniversary.

Iran says close to new cooperation framework with IAEA, talks with US taking ‘new shape’

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is close to reaching a new framework of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), following US attacks on the country’s nuclear facilities.

Iranian media spar over possible withdrawal from Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

A new parliamentary initiative calling for Iran’s withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and its Additional Protocol has sparked debate among political observers and media outlets.

Beyzaie’s Bashu, the Little Stranger wins Best Restored Film at Venice Festival

The 82nd Venice International Film Festival concluded with the announcement of its award winners, where Iranian filmmaker Bahram Beyzaie’s classic Bashu, the Little Stranger received the prize for Best Restored Film in the festival’s Venice Classics section.

Israelis call on Trump to end Gaza war

Thousands of Israelis rallied in Tel Aviv on Saturday night, issuing direct appeals to U.S. President Donald Trump to force an end to the war in the Gaza Strip and secure the release of the hostages.

Gaza war film wins 2nd prize at Venice festival

A harrowing docudrama about Israel’s killing of a five-year-old Palestinian girl during its ongoing war on the Gaza Strip has won the Silver Lion prize at the Venice Film Festival.

700 days of Israeli war leave 90% of Gaza destroyed, $68B in losses: Report

Gaza’s Government Media Office announced Saturday that 700 days of Israeli bombardment on the enclave have left nearly all of the territory’s infrastructure in ruins and inflicted losses of more than $68 billion.

2nd Iran aid shipment reaches quake-hit Afghans

Iran sends a second shipment of humanitarian aid to Kabul where it's supposed to be distributed among people affected by the recent earthquake in Afghanistan.