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Iran condemns US, Britain sanctions on IRGC Quds force chief

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has strongly condemned the US and the UK move to impose sanctions on 6 Iranian individuals and institutions, including Esmail Qaani the commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).

Iran says mercenaries of foreign enemies behind terror attack on police in Siastan and Baluchestan 

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nasser Kanaani has strongly condemned the deadly terror attack on a police station in Sistan and Baluchestan Province that left at least a dozen security forces dead, injuring several others. 

Iranian ‘ambassador of SMA patients’ hospitalized 

An Iranian boy who was suffering from a Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) has been admitted to the hospital after a bout with the disease and lack of medicine, a stark reminder of the harsh conditions patients of the rare neuromuscular disorder go through to receive medication under US-led Western sanctions. 

Huge fire engulfs hotel in Iran’s Bandar Anzali 

A massive fire set a hotel in the Iranian northern port city of Bandar Anzali ablaze, whose heat could be felt from several hundred meters away.

Gunmen kill at least 12 security forces in southeast Iran

Armed militants staged an attack in Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan which left at least 12 security forces dead and several others wounded, the spokesman of the Iranian police confirmed on Friday.

Iran: Israel plans to deport Palestinians to neighboring countries

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has warned of Israel's plot to deport Gaza-based Palestinians to other states after trapping them in the southern part of the enclave.

Iran cancels visa requirements for 33 countries

Iran has unilaterally lifted visa requirements for tourists and businessmen from 33 countries in a move to welcome more visitors from other countries.

Iran’s defense minister warns US: Red Sea is our region

Iran’s Minister of Defense has undermined US efforts to establish an international naval force comprising 40 countries in the Red Sea, warning “no one can definitely maneuver in a region that we dominate.”

Iranian researchers develop home-grown version of infra-red motion sensors

A domestically-developed version of infra-red motion sensors has been designed and produced in Iran for the first time by local researchers.

Iran blames US for supporting Israeli genocide in Gaza

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian blasted the United States for backing Israel's war on the Gaza Strip which has so far killed more than 18,000 people, mainly children and women.

Iran: Israeli PM life hinges upon continuation of Gaza war

Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has warned about the spillover of the Gaza conflict to the rest of the region, stressing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can only survive through continued war and genocide.

Tehran condemns EU sanctions on Iranian individuals, organizations as “destructive action”

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nasser Kanaani has lashed out at the European Union for adopting a resolution imposing sanctions on some Iranian individuals and entities over what is called meddling in the Ukraine crisis,  describing it as a "destructive move".

Iran’s atomic chief dismisses IAEA’s claims on inspectors

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has rejected the International Atomic Energy Agency chief’s claims over Tehran’s “failure to cooperate” with the agency’s inspectors. 

Iran downplays reports on President Raisi’s postponement of trip to Turkey

Ira’s Foreign Ministry has rejected reports that the Iranian president called off an announced meeting with his Turkish counterpart to protest Ankara’s ‘lackadaisical’ stance on Palestine.

Iran to put MKO members on trial

The trial of members of the anti-Iran terrorist cult Mujahedin Khalq Organization (MKO) will start Tuesday, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said.

Firefighters working to contain blaze in Birjand mini-refinery

Rescue teams and firefighters are scrambling to contain a massive fire after two explosions rocked a small hydrocarbon refinery in a special economic zone in Iran’s eastern city of Birjand.

Iran calls on EU to adopt measures to stop Israel’s attacks against Gaza

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian urged the European Union to work for a permanent end to Israeli atrocities towards the Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Saudi envoy to Iran attends Majid Entezami’s orchestra performance

Abdullah bin Saud Al-Anzi, Saudi Arabia's ambassador in Iran, recently attended the captivating performance of Iran's National Music Orchestra at Vahdat Hall in Tehran.

Swedish facing trial in Iran for “gathering intel for Israel”

The trial of a Swedish individual accused of intelligence cooperation with the Zionist regime of Israel commenced with the first hearing held at Branch 26 of the Islamic Revolution Court in Tehran.

Iran’s Raisi: U.S. primary supporter of killing of women, children in Gaza

Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi's official social media account on X reacted to America's decision to veto a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

UN chief: Gaza facing humanitarian disaster, ceasefire a necessity

Secretary General of the United Nations António Guterres called for an immediate ceasefire in the besieged Gaza Strip which he says is grappling with a disastrous situation due to Israeli blockade and bombardments.

Iran tourism: Iran’s Kish Island enjoying clean air 

With many cities in the industrial world choking in suffocating air pollution, living in clean air is a luxury many people cannot afford. 

Iranin knowledge-based company indigenizes production of cancer treatment medicine 

Iran has started production of a drug internationally used for treatment of cancer at home which will save the country five million dollars annually. 

Iran’s Esteghlal, Sepahan ranked among top ten football teams in Asia 

A global football statistics website has picked Iranian soccer teams Esteghlal and Sepahan FC among the top ten in its latest ranking in Asia. 

Sour tea harvest season in southern Iran

The harvest of sour tea started early November in the southern Iranian city of Karun and will continue until the end of December.

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