Iran’s Kish Island hosts stone climbing tournament

Iran’s southern Kish Island hosts a national stone climbing tournament, as part of a first edition of the Kish Beach Games this year. The tournament is joined by 58 stone climbers from 12 Iranian provinces.

Iranian daily: Social media bans only led to emergence of ‘VPN mafia’

An Iranian daily criticizes the government for maintaining a ban on foreign-based social media platforms, which has forced Iranian citizens to spend money for illegal virtual private networks (VPNs) to get access to those media.

Iran MP: Nuclear deal rival talks likely to resume in near future

An Iranian lawmaker says there is a possibility for the resumption of the negotiations on reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement, JCPOA, in the near future.

One dead, five missing as severe flooding hits Iran’s NW regions

At least one person is killed and five others are missing as severe flooding, caused by heavy rainfall, ravages through towns and villages in Iran’s northwestern province of Ardebil.

Saudi foreign minister ‘due in Iran on Saturday for high-level talks, mission reopenning’

Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud is reportedly set to visit Tehran later this week, a few months after the two neighbors reached a reconciliation deal.

Ex-president Rouhani: Iran’s problems cannot be solved without people’s votes

Former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says no problem can be solved in the country if people do not come to the ballot boxes, stressing the need to build hope in the nation for a better future.

A site for breeding yellow deer in south-central Iran

Iran’s south-central city of Arsanjan, Fars Province, is home to a site for the breeding of yellow deer.

Iran’s Central Bank chief holds ‘successful’ meeting with Qatari counterpart

The governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) says he held a meeting with his Qatari counterpart for talks on financial cooperation between the two neighbors.

1st VP: Iran’s asset frozen by US bans released in some countries

Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber says the country’s assets frozen by US sanctions have been released in some countries, and that Tehran is making efforts to get access to the rest.

Leader: Israel’s situation shows Palestine resistance on ‘right path’

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the Israeli regime’s troubles show the Palestinian groups are treading the “right path” in their campaign against occupation.

Iranian student registers smart tourism initiative at IFIA

A PhD student of tourism at Tehran University achieved the membership of the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA) after the registration of his initiative named ‘Ehsan; The Smart Creative Tourist.”

In drill, IRGC clears western Iranian city of counter-revolutionary terrorists

As part of a drill, forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) cleanse a mountainous region in western Iran of elements linked to counter-revolutionary groups operating against the Islamic establishment.

IRGC member killed during operation to arrest suspect in west Iran

A member of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) is killed in clashes that erupted during the chase of a suspect in the western Iranian province of Kermanshah.

Presidents of Iran, Nicaragua stress resistance against US pressure

Visiting Managua on the second leg of his tour of Latin America, President Ebrahim Raisi says the revolutions in Iran and Nicaragua stemmed from the two nations’ pursuit of independence, freedom and justice.

Iran MPs warn of ‘humanitarian disaster’ in east due to water shortage

Over 200 Iranian lawmakers have backed the government’s efforts to secure the country’s share of water from the Helmand River, warning of a “humanitarian catastrophe” in Iran’s eastern regions if no water reaches there in three months.

Oil minister: Iran sold over 2.8 million refinery spare parts to Venezuela

Iranian Oil Minister Javad Owji says Tehran has exported over 2.8 million units of spare parts meant for reviving refineries in Venezuela, as the two states move to bolster trade ties in the face of US sanctions.

Atomic chief: Iran had 159 new achievements in nuclear industry last year

Iran’s nuclear chief praises the non-stop progress being made in the country’s nuclear industry despite all the sanctions and pressure, saying the Islamic Republic had 159 new achievements last Persian year (ended March 20).

Iran deputy FM says held talks with delegates of France, Britain, Germany in UAE

Iran’s deputy foreign minister says he held a meeting with representatives of France, Britain and Germany for talks on a range of issues and “mutual concerns.”

Aliabadi becomes Iran’s new Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade

Abbas Aliabadi becomes Iran’s new Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade after securing a vote of confidence from the country’s Parliament.

Economist claims Iran inflation under Raisi set new record high since WWII

An Iranian economist criticizes President Ebrahim Raisi’s handling of the country’s economic issues, claiming that the inflation set a record high in eight decades under his administration.

Iran, Venezuela ink 19 agreements for cooperation during President Raisi’s visit

Iran and Venezuela have signed 19 documents and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in various spheres.

Situation in Izeh calm despite rumors of unrest, following deadly incidents: Report

Reports coming out of Izeh indicate the situation is normal in the southwestern Iranian city, despite attempts by foreign media to portray the city as unsafe, after a ceremony to commemorate a young victim of the 2022 riots went ugly, IRNA reported.

IRGC boats armed with 2,000-km missiles for 1st time: Navy chief

The commander of the Navy of Iran’s Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the elite military force’s boats have for the first time been equipped with missiles with a range of 2,000 kilometers.

Advisor to Iranian team: No direct talks ongoing between Iran and US

An advisor to Iran’s nuclear negotiating team has rejected reports on secret direct talks with the US.

Tehran: Serious steps taken toward release of frozen Iran assets

The spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says effective steps have been taken toward the release of Iranian assets frozen in other countries.

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