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Former IRGC chief commander: Peace requires power and readiness to repel aggression

Former IRGC commander during the Iran-Iraq War and current member of Iran's Expediency Council Mohsen Rezaii has said there is an essential link between national security and military preparedness.

Iranian MP: No physical access to nuclear sites to be granted to IAEA officials

The head of the Iranian Parliament National Security and Foreign Policy Commission has firmly announced that no physical access will be granted to the country’s nuclear facilities during the upcoming visit of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) representatives.

Photo report: Nowruzlu Wetland protected area in Miandoab, northwestern Iran

Located 15 kilometers from Miandoab city, in northwestern Iran, the Nowruzlu Wetland protected area spans approximately 1,100 hectares.

Lebanon’s president vows justice ‘without exceptions’ 5 years after Beirut port explosion

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun vowed Monday to apply justice as he marked the 5th anniversary of the Beirut port blast.

Mohammad Hossein Omid appointed as president of University of Tehran

Iran's Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution has held a meeting led by its Secretary, Hojjatoleslam Abdolhossein Khosropanah, where the proposed presidents of 11 universities were confirmed.

More than 600 ex-Israeli security chiefs appeal to Trump to end Gaza war

Over 600 former Israeli security chiefs urged US President Donald Trump to help end the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip.

Russia urges caution with nuclear rhetoric after Trump’s submarine order

The Kremlin announced on Monday that everyone should be careful about nuclear rhetoric, in its first response to a statement by U.S. President Donald Trump that he had ordered a repositioning of American nuclear submarines.

Survey shows declining trust in Israeli government, army

An opinion poll has revealed a sharp decline in public trust in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his government, and the army.

New details emerge about Israeli missile strike on Iranian Supreme National Security Council meeting

The executive deputy to the Iranian president has disclosed new details about an Israeli missile strike targeting a session of Iran's Supreme National Security Council during the 12-day conflict in June.

Hamas says open to delivering food to Israeli hostages in Gaza

Hamas has announced it is open to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) delivering aid to Israeli captives in the Gaza Strip after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated he requested the Geneva-based international organisation to step in.

Iranian editor criticizes deputy FM for “misinterpretation” of law on IAEA cooperation

Hossein Shariatmadari, editor-in-chief of the Kayhan newspaper, has strongly criticized recent remarks by an Iranian deputy foreign minister regarding continued cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), accusing him of misrepresenting a binding parliamentary law.

Top Trump aide accuses India of financing Russia’s war against Ukraine

A top aide to US President Donald Trump has accused India of effectively financing Russia's war in Ukraine by purchasing oil from Moscow, after American leader escalated pressure on New Delhi to stop buying Russian oil.

Dozens dead after migrant boat sinks off Yemen

A shipwreck off Yemen has killed at least 68 people, the United Nation's migration agency announced Monday, with dozens still missing after the boat carrying mostly Ethiopians sank.

Witkoff may visit Russia this week: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that his special envoy, Steve Witkoff, may travel to Russia on Aug. 6 or 7 — just days before a deadline for Moscow to reach a peace deal with Ukraine or face secondary tariffs targeting its oil exports.

Foreign Ministry Spokesman: IAEA official to visit Tehran

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said that an official from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will travel to Tehran in less than 10 days.

Ukraine puts sanctions against dozens of individuals, several entities from Russia, Iran

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree on Sunday imposing sanctions against 94 individuals and five legal entities, primarily targeting the captains of Russia's so-called "shadow fleet" vessels.

Four killed after armed groups attack Syrian security forces

At least four people were killed after armed groups attacked Syrian security forces in the southern province of Sweida.

Iran sends official letter to UN rejecting legality of snapback mechanism

Iran has submitted an official letter to the UN Secretary-General and members of the Security Council declaring the reactivation of the “snapback” mechanism to unleash sanctions as illegal and lacking legal basis, according to senior Iranian officials.

Iran’s top security body approves establishment of Defense Council

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) has approved the formation of a Defense Council as part of major structural changes to the nation's strategic defense policies.

Seddiqi steps down as Tehran Friday Prayer leader amid real estate scandal

Ayatollah Kazem Seddiqi has resigned from his long-held position as interim Friday Prayer Imam of Tehran.

Silk weaving: A living heritage in Iran’s Jargalan

Silk weaving remains one of the most cherished and enduring handicrafts in the Jargalan region of northeastern Iran.

China, Russia begin joint drills in Sea of Japan

China and Russia began joint naval drills in the Sea of Japan on Sunday as Beijing and Moscow seek to reinforce their partnership and counterbalance what they see as a US-led global order.

OPEC+ agrees to enhance oil production by 547k barrels per day from September

OPEC+ on Sunday agreed to boost oil production by 548,000 barrels per day from September in a move that could further reduce gas prices in 2025

Iranian president stresses regional security, interdependence, invites Pakistani PM to Tehran

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian emphasized the interconnected nature of regional security during a high-level meeting in Pakistan, stating that peace, stability, and calm in the region are vital prerequisites for advancing economic and trade relations among neighboring nations.

Israel closes almost 90% of cases of alleged war crimes or abuse without charges: Report

Nearly nine out of 10 Israeli military investigations into allegations of war crimes or abuses by its soldiers since the start of the war in the Gaza Strip have been closed without finding fault or left without resolution, according to a conflict monitor.