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Hamas says Israel refuted ceasefire agreement releasing all captives in Gaza

The spokesperson for the military wing of Hamas has announced that Israel rejected a ceasefire deal that would release all captives held in Gaza, and pledged that the group is prepared for a lengthy war if there is no accord.

Europe’s largest missile maker linked to bombs used in deadly Gaza attacks: Guardian

Europe’s largest missile manufacturer MBDA has been linked to the supply chain of bombs used in Israeli air attacks in the Gaza Strip that resulted in the deaths of hundreds of civilians, including children, according to a joint investigation by the Guardian, Disclose, and Follow the Money.

Real determination needed for win-win agreement on Iran’s nuclear program: FM

Iran is not still convinced that Washington is really determined to restart the nuclear talks with Tehran, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has stated, emphasizing the necessity for real intention for the achievement of a win-win deal.

US director of national intelligence calls for Obama to be prosecuted over 2016 election claims

Tulsi Gabbard, the director of national intelligence, has urged Barack Obama and former senior US national security officials to be prosecuted after accusing them of a “treasonous conspiracy” intended to show that Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential election win was due to Russian interference.

Iranian chess prodigy Sina Movahed wins Title Tuesday, defeating world stars

Iranian chess prodigy Sina Movahed, a 14-year-old grandmaster from Khuzestan, southern Iran, delivered a stunning performance by winning the prestigious Titled Tuesday online tournament, defeating several global chess stars.

Why China remained silent during Iran’s 12-day conflict, expert elucidates

As Iran faced a 12-day conflict with Israel and the US in June, questions emerged regarding China’s muted stance despite the two countries’ long-standing strategic partnership.

Governor of Herat: No tensions in Iran-Afghan relations amid mass return of migrants

The Governor of the Afghan province of Herat bordering Iran, Noor Ahmad Islamjar, reaffirmed strong bilateral ties between Iran and Afghanistan during a visit to the Dogharoun border crossing, where he oversaw the return of a large number of Afghan nationals from Iran in recent months.

Iranian Red Crescent says 70% of wounded rescued during 12-day conflict with Israel

The president of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), Pirhossein Kolivand, announced that 70% of those injured during the recent 12-day war with Israel and the US were rescued by IRCS responders, highlighting the organization’s critical role during the aggression.

Saudi Arabia’s Neom weighing deep layoffs and relocations: Report

Neom is considering laying off up to 1,000 employees - an estimated 20 percent of its full-time staff - in another sign that Saudi Arabia is scaling back its premier giga-project, Semafor news outlet has reported.

Iran women’s basketball team reaches final of FIBA Asia Cup

The Iranian women’s national basketball team has advanced to the final of the FIBA Asia Cup Division B after a commanding 78–52 victory over Thailand in the semifinals.

Iran security chief reaffirms opposition to regional geopolitical changes in call with Armenian counterpart

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Ali Akbar Ahmadian, reiterated the Islamic Republic’s firm stance against any changes to the regional geopolitical landscape during a phone call with his Armenian counterpart, Armen Grigoryan.

Ex-Iranian FM Zarif: Only ‘existential threat’ to Israel is peace

Former Iranian Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad-Javad Zarif has described peace as the only existential threat to the Zionist regime.

Tasnim: Iran reviewing European request to resume nuclear talks

According to a report by Tasnim News Agency, Iran is currently reviewing a request from three European countries to resume negotiations over its nuclear program and the lifting of sanctions.

Smoke from fire in Hoor al-Azim wetland forces remote work in six cities in Iran’s Khuzestan province

Authorities in Iran’s southern Khuzestan province have announced that government offices in six cities will operate remotely on Saturday, due to heavy air pollution caused by smoke drifting from a fire in the Iraqi section of the Hoor al-Azim wetland.

10 Israeli hostages to be released from Gaza ‘very shortly’: Trump

Ten more hostages will be released from the Gaza Strip “very shortly”, US President Donald Trump said at the White House Friday. The news comes as the American leader continues to push for a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Syria, Israel agree on US-brokered ceasefire accord amid Suwayda clashes: Envoy

Syria and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire, US ambassador to Turkiye, Tom Barrack, has announced, drawing an uneasy truce between the two sides after days of air attacks and sectarian bloodshed in Syria’s southwestern Suwayda region.

Hezbollah chief says it will not give up weapons despite US proposal

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has appeared to dismiss a proposal that his group disarm, as presented by Washington to Lebanon’s leadership last month.

EU agrees on ‘one of its strongest’ sanctions packages against Russia

European Union member states on July 18 agreed on the 18th package of sanctions imposed against Russia over its onslaught against Ukraine.

US seeking to stop criticizing foreign elections: WSJ

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Marco Rubio has instructed the State Department to limit its long-standing practice of assessing the fairness of elections in foreign countries, according to a memo seen by the Wall Street Journal.

Iran’s ambassador to Moscow: Bushehr nuclear power plant with Russia progressing as planned 

Iranian Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali says construction of the second and third units of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, in cooperation with Russia, is proceeding according to schedule despite the 12-day aggression by the Zionist regime.

Iranian parliament speaker visits family of martyred IRGC aerospace commander 

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has visited the family of former commander of the IRGC aerospace force General Amir Ali Hajizadeh who was martyred along with several colleagues during the recent aggression against Iran by the Zionist regime. 

Iran FM urges Europeans to abandon snapback threats

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has called on European countries to abandon the threat of triggering the so-called "snapback mechanism" and to act responsibly if they want to play a role in the Iranian nuclear issue.

Iran says 2 million undocumented Afghan migrants must leave, denies racism claims 

Iran’s Minister of Interior, Eskandar Momeni, announced that approximately 800,000 undocumented Afghan migrants have left the country since the beginning of the Persian calendar year in mid-March. 

Top military commander warns of crushing response to any new aggression against Iran

The Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces warned that any renewed act of aggression by enemies against the Islamic Republic would face a more forceful and decisive response than before, resulting in a greater defeat for the aggressors.

Hundreds of thousands compete in Iran’s most popular university entrance exam

The nationwide university entrance exam for Iran’s most in-demand field of study, Experimental Sciences, was held on Friday morning, across 411 cities and districts in Iran and 15 international test centers.