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Iran’s FM: “Cautious optimism” after Rome talks on nuclear deal

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi described the atmosphere in the indirect talks on Saturday with the US in Rome as "relatively positive," leading to progress on key principles of a potential agreement. However, he cautioned that optimism should remain measured.

Rice paddy volleyball tournament thrills in Mazandaran

The fifth edition of Mazandaran's unique rice paddy volleyball tournament – locally known as shaliball, concluded this weekend, with eight teams competing across two action-packed days in the flooded fields of Tiskaben village.

Toubiron Valley: A natural wonder near Iran’s Dezful

Toubiron Valley, located just 20 kilometers from Dezful in Iran's southern Khuzestan province, offers visitors a breathtaking escape from the region's intense heat.

Iran open to nuclear adjustments but rejects full halt to enrichment, says paper

As Iran and the US prepare for the second round of nuclear talks in Rome later on Saturday, Tehran's stance remains firm against ending uranium enrichment but open to adjusting levels, according to an editorial in Iran's Jomhouri-e Eslami newspaper.

Terrorist ringleader killed in security operation in southeastern Iran

Iranian security forces killed the operational commander of the so-called Jaish al-Adl terrorist group during a large-scale counterterrorism operation in southeastern Iran, state media reported.

Iran’s president praises Army as “nation’s strong fortress”

Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian hailed the country’s Army as an indispensable pillar of national security during a ceremony commemorating Army Day on Friday.

Report: Iran’s internet filtering costs double communications ministry budget

A new report reveals Iran spends approximately $1 billion annually on internet filtering systems, an amount twice the annual budget of its communications ministry.

President Pezeshkian: Iran, Saudi Arabia can be model for regional cooperation

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshikian says the Islamic Republic is fully prepared to expand relations with Saudi Arabia in all fields, including defense sector, and extend bilateral cooperation to other Islamic countries.

IAEA Chief engaged in active shuttle diplomacy between Iran, U.S. amid nuclear talks

Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), described his recent visit to Tehran as part of an ongoing diplomatic effort to support progress in the indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States.

IAEA chief visits Iran’s nuclear achievements exhibition following high-level talks

The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, visited the Nuclear Industry Achievements exhibition in Tehran on Thursday after several hours of discussions with Iran's Vice President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami.

Mehdi Taremi named Iran’s Athlete of the Year at National Sports Awards

Inter Milan and Iran national team striker Mehdi Taremi was crowned Iran's top athlete for 2023-24 at Wednesday night's "Iran's Champion" awards ceremony, attended by President Massoud Pezeshkian, Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali and officials from the national Olympic and Paralympic committees.

Iran, Iraq sign agreement for NGL 3100 feedstock supply to border province petrochemical plant

Iran and Iraq have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to supply NGL 3100 feedstock to Dehloran Petrochemical Plant, in western Iranian border province of Ilam.

Iran FM says talks with IAEA chief “constructive”; urges agency to maintain neutral role in nuclear talks

Iran's foreign minister says that constructive talks with the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) could help resolve outstanding nuclear issues, while urging the agency to remain impartial.

Taremi’s strike against Milan in Serie A voted as best goal of year

Iranian international footballer Mehdi Tarem’s strike against Milan has been voted as the best goal of the Persian year of 1403 in a competition entitled “Iran’s Champion: held by the national Iranian Radio and Television station, IRIB.

Sanctions-hit aging fleet, equipment blamed for Tehran metro incident

A train operating in the Iranian capital Tehran experienced a breakdown on Wednesday morning that forced passengers to walk approximately three kilometers along the rail tracks to reach the nearest station.

Veteran Iranian journalist says US has “crossed red lines” in nuclear talks

The chief editor of Iran’s Kayhan newspaper has sharply criticized the US following the first round of indirect nuclear negotiations on Saturday in Oman, accusing Washington of failing its initial "truth test" by violating established red lines.

Judiciary: Death sentence for controversial Iranian singer Tataloo undergoing final appeal

Iran’s judiciary confirmed that the Iranian pop singer Amirhossein Maghsoudloo, known as Tataloo, faces a potential death sentence currently under review by the Supreme Court, but dismissed his recent claim of imminent execution as premature.

Argentina Envoy Summoned to Iran Foreign Ministry over AMIA Allegations

In reaction to the "unlawful and internationally inappropriate" actions of the Argentine Prosecutor’s Office in accusing high-ranking Iranian officials, Issa Kameli, Director General for the Americas at Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, summoned Argentina’s Chargé d’Affaires in Tehran. 

Iranian chess players make history, secure three spots in FIDE World Cup

Iranian chess players delivered an outstanding performance at the West Asian Zonal Championships, earning three coveted spots in the upcoming FIDE World Cup.

Iranian president expresses gratitude to outgoing strategic deputy Zarif, appoints Esmaeili as successor

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has expressed his appreciation for the contributions of Mohammad Javad Zarif during his tenure as Strategic Deputy to the President who stepped down, largely due to the far-right Perseverance Front's pressure, over his children’s American citizenship.

Iran warns Israel seeks eradication of Palestine, urges UN Security Council intervention

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Esmail Baqaei, has warned about Israel's plans to annihilate the Palestinian nation, calling on international bodies, particularly the UN Security Council, to stop the Zionist regime's crimes and its genocide of Palestinians.

Iran Leader says national issues must not be tied to Oman talks, highlights distrust of US

The Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution of Iran, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, referring to the recent Iran-U.S. talks in Oman, emphasized that the country's affairs must not be tied to negotiations, and neither excessive optimism nor pessimism should be adopted toward the talks.

Iranian teacher suspended over alleged student corporal punishment

A teacher in a village in Iran’s western Kordestan province has been suspended following allegations of physically punishing students at an elementary school, according to the Province's Education Department.

Iran’s culture minister: Decline of domestic media authority poses national security threat

Iran’s Minister of Culture, Seyed Abbas Salehi, has issued a stark warning about the erosion of domestic media’s credibility, calling it a direct threat to national security.

Dust Storm in Iran’s Khuzestan Province Sends Hundreds to Hospitals; Government, Educational Institutions Shut Down

An official from Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences in Khuzestan Province, southern Iran, reported that a dust storm engulfing the province since Monday evening has sent 800 patients with heart and respiratory conditions to hospitals and medical centers.

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