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Iran’s Leader calls for full probe into deadly port incident

Following the devastating fire and explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, which resulted in significant casualties and widespread sorrow, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, issued a message of condolence and called for thorough accountability.

Death toll from Iran’s Shahid Rajaee port explosion rises to 40

The tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, has claimed the lives of at least 40 people so far, according to the Governor of Hormozgan Province.

Severe thunderstorm hits Tehran, 2 killed, 41 injured

A powerful thunderstorm swept across Tehran Province on Sunday, killing 2 people and injuring 41 more, according to the spokesperson for the Tehran Emergency Medical Services.

Judiciary: Iran ready to execute perpetrator of Azerbaijani embassy attack

The spokesman for Iran's Judiciary, announced that all preparations have been completed for the execution of the qisas (retributive-in-kind for murder) sentence against the individual convicted of attacking the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Tehran.

Iranian canoeing champion dies in tragic port explosion

Arman Nozarzadeh, a prominent champion in Iran’s sprint canoeing team from Hormozgan province, tragically passed away following a devastating explosion at the Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas.

Russia deploys emergency teams to Iran after major port explosion

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the immediate dispatch of emergency specialists to Iran following a massive explosion at a port in southern Hormozgan province.

Death toll in Iran port explosion rises to 25

The death toll from Saturday’s explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran has reached 25, with 10 victims identified so far, according to Hormozgan Province’s chief justice.

UN expresses condolences over deadly port explosion in Iran

The United Nations has extended its condolences to the people and government of Iran following a massive explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran.

Number of fatalities, injuries rise in Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port explosions, fires

Iran’s interior minister says the number of fatalities from Saturday’s explosions in the southern port of Shahid Rajaee has reached 8.

5 killed, hundreds injured in blasts at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran

A series of explosions at depots of Shahid rajee Port in southern Iran have killed at least five people, injuring hundreds more.

Iran denies missile program discussed in indirect talks with US

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has dismissed reports that the country's missile and defense capabilities were discussed during the latest round of indirect negotiations with the US.

Massive explosion rocks port in southern Iran, over 550 injured

A powerful explosion occurred on Saturday morning at Shahid Rajaei Port in southern Iran, with the blast reportedly heard across neighboring provinces.

Iranian state media’s controversial broadcast draws criticism amid diplomatic thaw with Saudi Arabia

The recent broadcast of inflammatory content by Iran's state broadcaster IRIB during Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman's visit to Tehran has sparked intense debate about media responsibility during sensitive diplomatic periods.

Iran-Saudi rapprochement benefits region, says reformist Iranian politician

The recent visit of Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman to Tehran marks a significant step toward normalizing Iran-Saudi relations and stabilizing the region, reformist politician Mohammad Ali Abtahi told IRNA in an exclusive interview.

Fourth edition of Koocheh music festival kicks off in Bushehr

The fourth annual Koocheh Festival has begun in Bushehr, southern Iran, running for five nights with live music and cultural programs.

Iran denies destabilizing Syria, calls for end to occupation

Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has firmly rejected claims of Iranian involvement in destabilizing Syria during a UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East situation.

Official: Iran hosts 6.1 million Afghan nationals, immigration growth rate stops

The Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has reported that approximately 6.1 million Afghan nationals currently reside in Iran, with the growth rate of their presence now stabilized.

Iran says ready to give assurances regarding peaceful nature of its nuclear work

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says that the Islamic Republic of Iran is prepared to take reasonable steps to provide assurances regarding the entirely peaceful nature of its nuclear program.

Iran spokesman: Preventing aid from entering Gaza war crime

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry emphasized that Israel’s continued blockade of the Gaza Strip and obstruction of humanitarian aid to Palestinians constitute clear examples of war crimes and crimes against humanity. 

Iran signs 4 oilfield development contracts with Russia

Iran’s Minister of Petroleum, Mohsen Paknejad, announced the signing of four major contracts with Russian companies for the development of seven Iranian oilfields.

4 arrested over controversial content aired on Iranian state TV

The Iranian Judiciary’s Media Center announced that the controversial airing of a divisive segment on the “Simaye Khanevadeh” program broadcast by Channel One of Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) has resulted in the arrest of four individuals directly involved in the production and airing of the episode.

Tehran police arrest 23 in fake meteorite scam following popular TV series

Iranian cyber police have detained 23 individuals for allegedly selling counterfeit meteorites online, capitalizing on renewed public interest sparked by the popular TV series Paytaxt, the Capital.

Iran to host next SCO judicial chiefs summit

The Iranian judiciary chief announced that Iran will host the 21st meeting of judicial chiefs from Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states next year.

85% of child laborers in Tehran are Afghan nationals, deputy governor reports

Tehran's deputy governor for political and social affairs, revealed that approximately 85% of child laborers collected in the capital are Afghan nationals, adding that the children receive training at specialized centers before being returned to their families.

Iranian filmmaker Saeed Roustaee’s “Woman and Child” selected for Cannes Film Festival’s Main Competition

Iranian director Saeed Roustaee’s latest film, Woman and Child, has been officially selected for the Main Competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.

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