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Iranian security forces discover explosives workshop linked to terrorist cell in Iranshahr

Iranian security forces have uncovered a workshop for producing explosive vests and homemade bombs in the city of Iranshahr, in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, a senior police official confirmed Thursday.

EU public skeptical of sending forces to Ukraine: WSJ

A significant proportion of the EU population is unhappy about the prospect of sending troops to Ukraine after any ceasefire or peace accord due to the absence of firm US “security guarantees” and fears of being drawn into a conflict with Russia, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has reported.

Statue of legendary Persian archer ‘Arash Kamangir’ unveiled in Kerman

A statue of Arash Kamangir, a legendary figure in Persian mythology, was unveiled on Wednesday evening in Kerman, southeastern Iran.

62% of Americans support US sanctions on Russia’s trading partners: Poll

Most Americans are supportive of the U.S. levying sanctions against Russia’s trading partners to exert pressure on the Kremlin to halt its military operation in Ukraine, according to a poll.

Hamas accuses US diplomat of justifying Israeli genocide by blaming Palestinian group for failed ceasefire negotiations

Hamas accused US special envoy Steve Witkoff on Wednesday of providing political cover for Israel's genocide in the Gaza Strip by blaming the Palestinian group for failed ceasefire talks.

Iran warns Europe IAEA interaction will stop if ‘snapback’ activated

An Iranian official has warned the UK, France, and Germany that it would stop interaction with the United Nations nuclear watchdog if the trio managed to have the United Nations Security Council restore its sanctions against Tehran.

Iran sets new solar power generation record as renewable capacity grows

Iran has set a new record in solar power generation, with output from its solar plants reaching 800 megawatts on August 26, according to the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA).

Israel launches new military operations in Syria after attack kills soldiers

Israel has conducted a series of strikes on a former army barracks in Kiswa, southwest of the Syrian capital of Damascus, according to Syria’s state-run al-Ekhbariya TV.

Iranian para-cyclists miss world championships after Belgium denies visas

Two Iranian para-cyclists have missed the 2025 UCI Para-cycling Road World Championships in Belgium after failing to secure entry visas from the Belgian Embassy, Iranian sports officials confirmed.

Iran considers revisiting ban on social media amid ongoing debates

The head of the Iranian Government Information Council, said on Wednesday discussions on lifting the ban on Telegram and other platforms may soon resume after being delayed due to recent conflicts with Israel.

US ambassador cuts Lebanon trip short amid protests, outrage over press comments

US envoy Tom Barrack has cut his visit to Lebanon short, according to the Lebanese government’s official news agency.

All UN Security Council members, except for US, urge ceasefire and aid into Gaza

Fourteen of the 15 United Nations Security Council members - four permanent ones and 10 that rotate - demanded a ceasefire and that aid be let into the Gaza Strip, calling the situation a "famine".

Poll finds majority of Americans disapprove of US-Israel military alliance

Americans are less approving of U.S. support for Israel’s military campaign against Palestinians than at any point since the Gaza war began, a new survey released Wednesday shows.

Iranian MP: IAEA not allowed to visit nuclear sites

Iranian lawmaker Alaeddin Boroujerdi says no permission has been granted for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to inspect Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Iran prepares to drag aggressors before intl. courts over illegal attacks

Iran’s Vice President for Legal Affairs Majid Ansari says the country has documented attacks on hospitals, residential areas, and other internationally protected sites by the Zionist regime and it's now preparing to file lawsuits with international courts.

Spox: IAEA inspectors to oversee fuel replacement at Bushehr power plant

The spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran says the International Atomic Energy Agency's inspectors visit Iran to oversee the fuel replacement process at the Bushehr nuclear power plant.

3 in 4 say Putin wouldn’t honor any Ukraine peace accord: Survey

Three-quarters of surveyed U.S. voters say they wouldn’t trust Russian President Vladimir Putin to honor any peace accord reached to end the war in Ukraine, according to a recent Quinnipiac University poll.

Azerbaijani president dismisses claims of threat to Iran from Zangazur corridor

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev claims Iran’s position, as expressed by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, is clear: the Zangazur corridor does not pose a threat to Iran.

Iran confirms IAEA inspectors’ visit under Supreme National Security Council decision

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said in an interview that the recent visit of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspectors to Iran was conducted under the decision of the Supreme National Security Council and in accordance with Iranian law.

US to Support NATO members’ troops in Ukraine: FT

The United States has signaled its readiness to provide support for any European-led “security plan” for post-conflict Ukraine, the Financial Times has reported, citing unnamed European officials.

US sets new timeframe for ending Ukraine war

US special presidential envoy Steve Witkoff has stated Washington hopes to see the Ukraine war resolved by the end of 2025, citing Moscow’s “peace proposal on the table” and ongoing meetings with Russian and Ukrainian representatives.

Turkey begins building bomb shelters across the country

Ankara has started building bomb shelters in all 81 Turkish provinces, a source familiar with the plans has told Middle East Eye.

Six Syrian soldiers killed in Israeli aerial attack near Damascus

Six Syrian army officers have been killed in Israeli drone attacks south of Damascus, Syria’s state-run El Ekhbariya TV reported, a day after Syria condemned a new Israeli “military incursion” outside the capital.

IRGC says neutralized terrorists in Southeastern Iran

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) carried out three military operations against terrorist groups in Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan, killing and capturing dozens.

Spox: Iran, Europe contacts to continue in coming days

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei, referring to Tuesday’s meeting between Iranian and European officials in Geneva, said that it was agreed the contacts between the two sides would continue in the coming days, expressing hope that this process would safeguard Iran’s rights and national interests.