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Persepolis sinking by 30 centimeters annually amid 5,000 illegal wells

Recent radar surveys and artificial intelligence analyses by Shiraz University reveal that parts of the Marvdasht Plain in southern Iran are sinking by more than 30 centimeters each year, a growing threat to the ancient site of Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage landmark.

Fatemeh Rastegar makes history with Iran’s first-ever women’s boxing medal

Iranian boxer Fatemeh Rastegar made history by winning the bronze medal in the women’s +80 kg category at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain—marking the first medal ever achieved by a female Iranian boxer in an international competition.

Iran’s Judiciary: Actor Pejman Jamshidi’s case still under preliminary investigation

Iran’s Judiciary Spokesman Asghar Jahangir has announced that the case involving actor and former footballer Pejman Jamshidi accused of sexual assault remains in the preliminary investigation phase, emphasizing that legal restrictions prevent the release of further details at this stage.

Iran FM: No Access granted to sensitive nuclear sites during recent IAEA inspections

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi told Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee that the recent inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) did not include any access to facilities targeted during the conflict with the US and Israel.

Chinese ambassador to Tehran urges diplomatic path on Iran nuclear issue

Chinese Ambassador to Iran Zhong Peiwu says Beijing, along with Russia and Iran, has submitted a joint letter to the UN opposing the reactivation of the so-called snapback mechanism.

Red gold harvest season in Iran

With the arrival of autumn, farmers in Iran's North Khorasan Province have begun harvesting saffron from their fields. North Khorasan ranks as the third-largest saffron producer in the country.

Iranian deputy FM: Iran believes in diplomacy, but not in imposed talks

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takhte Ravanchi has reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to diplomacy while stressing that Tehran rejects any form of imposed negotiation or unequal dialogue.

Iran’s Financial Intelligence Center defends FATF engagement, calls CFT and Palermo accession unavoidable

Iran’s Financial Intelligence Center has issued a detailed statement responding to speculation following the recent FATF plenary.

Iranian newspapers criticize parliament speaker remarks targeting former officials

Iranian newspapers have strongly criticized recent remarks in the parliament that targeted former president Hassan Rouhani and former foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

Iran’s Alireza Faghani nominated for World’s Best Football Referee Award

Iranian-born referee Alireza Faghani has been nominated for the title of World’s Best Referee of 2025 by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS).

Advisor to Iran Leader highlights strategic role of Iran, China, Russia in emerging global order

Ali Akbar Velayati, senior advisor to Iran’s Leader on international affairs, said that Iran, China, and Russia are the three independent powers in Asia shaping the emerging global order.

Former reformist president Khatami criticizes Iran’s development policies, citing tourism gap with Turkey

Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has criticized Iran’s development trajectory, saying the country has pursued unrealistic goals and fallen behind regional peers.

Iran approves national plan to confront climate change

Iran is facing widespread drought and severe climate impacts, prompting the government to adopt a comprehensive National Climate Change Management Plan.

Bazargan: Iran’s northwestern border city emerging as a tourism destination

The city of Bazargan, located in West Azerbaijan Province at Iran’s northwestern tip near the Turkish border, is drawing renewed attention as both a vital trade hub and a growing tourism destination.

Interior ministry: 280,000 foreign pupils have left Iran; 320,000 enrolled for new school year

Iran’s Interior Ministry announced that around 320,000 foreign students have enrolled in Iranian schools for the 2025–2026 academic year, down from 700,000 last year, following the departure of nearly 280,000 Afghan students and their families as part of the government’s repatriation program.

Iranian actor and former footballer Pejman Jamshidi released on bail amid ongoing legal case

Iranian actor and former footballer Pejman Jamshidi was released from prison on bail on Sunday after five days of detention, his lawyers confirmed.

Former Khuzestan bodybuilding champion Kianpour dies of heart attack during training

Nima Kianpour, a former bodybuilding champion and experienced coach from Khuzestan province, southern Iran, died suddenly from a heart attack while training on the evening of Saturday, local sports officials reported.

Araghchi: Iran ready for engagement If US abandons hegemonic attitude

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran is open to interaction with the US if Washington abandons its hegemonic and domineering behavior toward Iran.

UK Appeals Court refers Crescent case to Supreme Court, delaying seizure of Iranian Oil Pension Fund building

An informed source in London has told Iran's IRNA New Agency that the UK Court of Appeal has agreed to refer the Crescent case to the country's Supreme Court, effectively delaying the confiscation of a historic building owned by Iran’s Oil Industry Pension Fund.

Iranian Foreign Ministry: Israel’s “ongoing impunity must end” after ICJ advisory opinion

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman said the recent advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Palestine underscores the need to end the “ongoing impunity” enjoyed by Israel for crimes perpetrated in Gaza.

Defense Ministry spokesman: Israel grows increasingly susceptible to Iran’s offensive capabilities

The spokesman for Iran’s Ministry of Defense said the country’s military capabilities have significantly improved following the 12-day conflict earlier this year, asserting that Israel is now more vulnerable to Iran’s offensive power.

Zahhak Castle in Iran’s Hashtrood lit up using solar energy

The ancient Zahhak Castle in Hashtrood, East Azarbaijan Province, has been illuminated for the first time using solar power, marking a step toward eco-friendly heritage preservation in Iran.

Iran: Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon ‘terrorist crime’ fueled by US backing

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baqai, has condemned the recent deadly airstrikes carried out by the Zionist regime against Lebanon, calling them a “terrorist crime” made possible by Washington’s unconditional support for Israel.

“Eysh-e Hara” Festival celebrates southern Iranian heritage on Qeshm Island

The vibrant “Eysh-e Hara” Festival, a celebration of southern Iran’s traditional culture and desert life, was held on Thursday evening  in Gevarzin Village on Qeshm Island off the Persian Gulf.

Zargar: Iran’s enigmatic village with a European face

Nestled in the plains of Qazvin Province, Zargar Village stands apart from its surroundings with its mysterious history, distinct language, and residents whose fair features and light eyes have long intrigued visitors.

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