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Sabzineh agritourism farm boosts local economy in Iran’s Azadshahr

The Sabzineh agritourism farm in Azadshahr County, in Iran’s northern Golestan province, has emerged as a model of sustainable development by transforming traditional agriculture into an engaging tourism experience.

Former head of Iran’s Chamber of Commerce warns against controversial migration bill

Hossein Selahvarzi, former head of Iran’s Chamber of Commerce, has issued a strong warning against a proposed bill to establish a “National Migration Organization,” claiming it would worsen Iran’s economic, social, and security challenges.

Ex-Iranian envoy to USSR: Russia may exploit Iran-U.S. talks to advance own interests

Naematollah Izadi, Iran’s last ambassador to the Soviet Union, expressed deep reservations about Russia’s possible involvement in Iran-U.S. negotiations, warning that Moscow may attempt to leverage the situation for its own geopolitical gains—particularly with respect to the Ukraine conflict.

Deputy FM: Iran’s response to US proposal logical

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political  Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, says Iran’s response to a recent US proposal is being finalized.

Senior Iranian cleric Kazem Seddighi confirms son’s arrest under judicial order

Prominent Iranian cleric Kazem Seddighi has confirmed that his son was arrested about a week ago following a judicial order and remains in custody as legal proceedings continue.

Tasnim: Iran to respond to US nuclear proposal soon

Iran is expected to deliver its official response to a recent US proposal for a potential nuclear agreement within the next two days, sources familiar with the matter said on Monday.

Iran atomic chief defends nuclear fuel production amid international scrutiny

The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to its nuclear program, insisting that fuel production is a fundamental right and necessity for peaceful applications, including power generation, medicine, and scientific research.

Iranian translator, historian Bijan Ashtari dies at 64

Bijan Ashtari, renowned Iranian translator, writer, and film critic, passed away at his home on Sunday at the age of 64.

Iran’s Olfati wins historic gold at Asian Gymnastics Championships

Iranian gymnast Mehdi Olfati claimed a historic gold medal in the vault final at the Asian Gymnastics Championships, scoring 14.500 and outperforming Olympic and world champions from China and the Philippines.

Iranian daily urges 90% uranium enrichment, limits on IAEA in response to snapback threat

A prominent conservative Iranian newspaper has called on the government to sharply escalate its nuclear program and restrict international inspections in response to efforts by the US and European powers to revive sanctions under the 2015 nuclear deal's "snapback" mechanism.

Iran says new US sanctions show ‘depth of Washington’s hostility’

Iran has condemned the United States' latest round of sanctions against the Islamic Republic, calling the coercive measures yet another sign of Washington’s longstanding and profound hostility toward the Iranian nation.

Iran ready for nuclear transparency in exchange for sanctions relief, says parliament speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that Iran is prepared to take confidence-building steps to prove the peaceful nature of its nuclear activities, provided that sanctions are lifted and Iran retains its right to enrich uranium on its own soil.

Senior MP: Iran not to lower uranium enrichment below 20%,

Deputy Chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, Seyed Mahmoud Nabavian, says Iran will not reduce its uranium enrichment levels below 20 percent.

Informed sources: Iran extracts huge volume of strategic documents from Israel

According to reports aired by the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), Iranian intelligence services have successfully extracted a large volume of highly sensitive and strategic documents from occupied Palestine, including detailed information related to the Zionist regime's nuclear facilities and projects.

Report: Iran football club Esteghlal appoints Brazilian coach Fabio Carille as head coach

Iranian football club Esteghlal has reportedly reached an agreement with Brazilian manager Fabio Carille to take over as head coach ahead of the new season.

Tehran struggles under the weight of internal migration, new report finds

A new report by the Tehran Municipality’s Center for Studies and Planning reveals that decades of centralized development and neglect of peripheral regions have turned the Iranian capital, Tehran, into a magnet for internal migration at great cost, according to Shargh daily.

Millions in Iran mark Eid al-Adha with prayers, reflection amid global Muslim observance

Millions of Iranians joined Muslims worldwide on Friday to observe Eid al-Adha, one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar.

Iran’s defense minister warns Israel against any military action

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh has issued a stark warning to Israel, declaring that even the slightest military move by Tel Aviv against Iran would result in the destruction of the Israeli regime.

Killer of Iranian park ranger arrested in surprise operation

Iranian police have arrested a man accused of fatally shooting Hedayatollah Didban, a senior park ranger in the Khaeez Protected Area, in a surprise raid in a neighboring province. The suspect confessed to the crime and led authorities to the ranger’s stolen weapon and equipment.

Iranian ambassador: Putin to visit Tehran soon as $5 billion Russian investment finalized

Iran’s Ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit Tehran in the near future, signaling deepening strategic ties between the two countries.

Iran’s FM says US proposal under review, nuclear rights non-negotiable

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that a recent proposal by the US to strike a nuclear accord is under review and will be answered “at the appropriate time and based on Iran’s national interests.”

Tehran Police: Missing Woman in high-profile case found dead, suspect arrested

Iranian police have confirmed that 24-year-old Elaheh Hoseinnezhad, a resident of Eslamshahr near Tehran, who recently went missing in the capital, has been found murdered and the suspect in her killing was arrested.

Iran atomic chief reaffirms commitment to nuclear progress

Iranian Vice President and Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami has issued a statement reaffirming the nation’s unwavering commitment to advancing its nuclear industry.

Iranian security forces foil major Daesh terror plot

In a large-scale and complex counter-terrorism operation, Iran’s Law Enforcement Command (FARAJA) has dismantled a suicide terrorist network affiliated with the ISIS group. That's according to Iranian police spokesman Brigadier General Saeed Montazer al-Mahdi.

Ayatollah Khamenei rejects US nuclear proposal, calls it contrary to Iran’s sovereignty

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has firmly rejected a recent US proposal in the Oman-mediated nuclear talks, describing it as “100 percent against the principle of ‘We Can’,” a phrase symbolizing Iran’s self-reliance and resistance.

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