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UN General Assembly calls for immediate and unconditional Gaza ceasefire

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution with 158 votes demanding an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

Former Iranian MP Falahatpisheh: Assad’s downfall does not mean defeat for axis of resistance 

Former head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Iran’s Parliament Hoshmatollah Falahatpisheh says the downfall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria does not mean the defeat of the axis of resistance.

Iranian politician urges lifting of internet filtering 

Deputy of the Moderation and Development Party Mahmoud Vaezi has criticized the Supreme Council of Cyberspace for preventing the lifting of internet filtering.

Iran denies rumors of $42 million theft from Syria embassy following Assad’s fall

Iran’s Embassy in Syria has dismissed claims that $42 million, allocated by Tehran for the Syrian and Lebanese people in the face of the Israeli aggressions, was stolen.

Iran dismisses E3 allegations about its nuclear program

Tehran has dismissed recent accusations by three European countries regarding Iran's peaceful nuclear program, saying it will give an appropriate response to any confrontational move.

US considering implementing harsher sanctions on Russian oil ahead of Trump’s return: Report

The Biden administration is considering implementing harsher sanctions on Russian oil ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, Bloomberg has reported, citing its sources.

Syria ‘exhausted from war’: HTS leader

The leader of the armed group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has stated that Syria will not face another war, telling Sky News that its citizens are already “exhausted” by years of conflict.

Iran’s Zarif attributes Assad downfall to ‘arrogance, failure to achieve political agreement’

Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif says Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's fall was rooted in his ‘arrogance’ following military victories over armed groups and his failure to convert the victories into a comprehensive political agreement and inclusive government.

US says not seriously considering delisting HTS terror designation

The United States is not seriously discussing delisting Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) from its designation as a terrorist organization, a Joe Biden administration official has stated. HTS was one of the rebel groups that led the offensive against the Bashar Assad government in Syria in recent weeks.

Iran’s Defense Ministry unveils Simorgh light aircraft

Iran unveiled the domestically-produced Simorgh light aircraft on Wednesday during the 12th International Aerospace Exhibition in Kish, southern Iran.

Iran Leader: US, Israel orchestrated events in Syria

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has asserted that the primary architects behind the recent developments in Syria that led to the toppling of Bashar al-Assad’s government are the US and Israel.

Heavy traffic in northern Iran roads as Tehran residents flee pollution during closures

The Iranian capital Tehran's severe air pollution has led to the closure of schools, universities, and government offices in the province, excluding Damavand and Firuzkuh, on Wednesday and Thursday, which has triggered a mass exodus from the capital to northern provinces.

Authorities say dozens of patients at Gaza hospital at risk of starving to death

Dozens of wounded patients at the Indonesian Hospital in the Gaza Strip are at risk of dying due to lack of food and water, Palestinian health authorities have cautioned.

Iran vice president Zarif clarifies children’s US citizenship

Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif, has provided explanations regarding the citizenship status of his children amid outcry for him to leave office based on a law that bans officials who have family members with dual citizenship from office.

Syrian civil defense group urges Putin to pressure Assad to reveal locations of secret prisons

The Syrian Civil Defense, known as the White Helmets, has called on Russia to pressure former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to reveal the locations of secret prisons in the Arab country.

Israel says carried out about 480 strikes in Syria in two days

Israel is pressing ahead with its onslaught against Syria, targeting multiple positions across the Arab nation.

Putin says Russia has possible replacement for atomic weapons

The introduction of the Oreshnik missile system reduces the need to use nuclear weapons to a minimum, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said.

Rebels name Mohammed al-Bashir as caretaker PM of Syria

Fighters in Syria who toppled President Bashar al-Assad, have appointed Mohammed al-Bashir as the country’s caretaker prime minister.

Iran’s oil minister elected as OPEC president for 2025

Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has been elected as the president of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) for 2025.

Iran advocates for Syrian-led dialogue, stability

The spokesperson for Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Ebrahim Rezaei, emphasized Tehran’s support for a Syrian-led resolution to the ongoing crisis in Syria.

Schools, universities, offices in Tehran province closed due to air pollution

Due to persistent air pollution, schools, universities, and government offices in Tehran Province, except for Damavand and Firouzkouh counties, will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday.

IRGC chief: Iran’s power ‘impervious’ to fall of Syrian gov’t

The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has stated that Tehran has not been weakened by the overthrow of its ally, Bashar al-Assad, in Syria.

Iran pursuing national interests in Syria after overthrow of Assad: Gov’t spokesperson

The spokeswoman for Iran’s government, Fatemeh Mohajerani, stressed the need to restore minimal security in Syria for Iran to establish contacts with the groups currently governing the country.

Iran’s Int’l Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition opens with defense minister’s attendance

The 12th International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition of Iran has commenced on Kish Island, southern Iran, inaugurated by Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, alongside other military and industrial officials.

Israeli tanks reach outskirts of Damascus in wake of gov’t fall

Israeli tanks have crossed the buffer zone along the border with Syria and were spotted about 20 kilometers from the capital Damascus, according to reports.