40th Fajr International Music Festival; Day 5 Highlights

The fifth day of the 40th Fajr International Music Festival took place on Saturday evening featuring captivating performances across multiple venues in Tehran.

Suspects in Tehran University student murder case arrested, under investigation, judiciary confirms

In a recent development regarding the murder of Amir Mohammad Khaleghi, a 19-year-old student at the University of Tehran, the spokesperson for Iran’s Judiciary announced that the suspects involved in the case have been apprehended and are currently undergoing interrogation.

Oil minister: Russian companies collaborate on oil field development in Iran

Iranian Minister of Petroleum, Mohsen Paknejad, says Russian companies are collaborating with Iran to develop its oil fields.

Iranian officials investigate murder of Tehran University student amid public outcry

The tragic murder of Amir Mohammad Khaleghi, a 19-year-old student at Tehran University, has sparked nationwide outrage and prompted swift action from Iranian officials.

Russia, Iran expand aviation cooperation through new agreements

Russia and Iran are deepening their collaboration in the aviation sector, with recent agreements paving the way for enhanced partnerships.

Iraqi Kurdistan president: We will not allow Iran’s security to be threatened

The president of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region says security measures and border monitoring should be stepped up to prevent any activities that might disrupt the stability of the borders between Iran and the Kurdistan Region.

Iran says received messages from Damascus amid Moscow talks

Iran’s Special Representative for Syrian Affairs has revealed that Tehran has received indirect messages from Damascus regarding the ongoing situation in Syria.

University of Tehran students rally over stabbing to death of fellow student by muggers

A number of University of Tehran students have held a protest over the tragic death of a student by two muggers.

Iranian ambassador urges Lebanon to resolve issue of flight restrictions wisely

The Iranian ambassador to Lebanon has urged Lebanese officials to resolve the issue of restrictions on flights from Iran to the Arab country.

Sixth national snow volleyball tournament kicks off in Iran’s Hamedan

The sixth edition of the National Snow Volleyball Tournament began on Thursday in the western city of Hamedan, amid heavy snowfall and temperatures dropping to -4°C.

18th International Tourism Exhibition in Tehran

The 18th International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition was launched on Tuesday and will wrap up on Friday.

Iranian official denies report on Leader’s order to ‘increase missile range’ as ‘utterly false’

A member of the Office for the Preservation and Publication of the Works of the Iranian Leader has refuted claims by a newspaper about Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's directive to extend missile ranges.

Tehran university student stabbed to death by muggers, police investigate

A 19-year-old student from Tehran University was fatally stabbed in a robbery on Wednesday night, according to Tehran police.

Winter in Iran’s Golestan: Symphony of birds

In the lush nature of Iran’s northern Golestan Province, as autumn arrives and temperatures drop, thousands of migratory birds fly from the north to warmer regions.

Iranian MP advocates for nuclear armament, citing North Korea’s example

A member of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has suggested that Iran should pursue the development of nuclear weapons to bolster its deterrence capabilities, arguing that North Korea's possession of nuclear weapons has resulted in a more conciliatory stance from the US.

Nationwide festivities in Iran for birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi

Cities across Iran, including Tehran, are celebrating the birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi, the 12th Shia Iamam and a revered figure in Islamic belief, particularly in Shiite traditions.

Sahand ski resort: A premier winter sports destination in Iran

Located on the slopes of Mount Sahand, in the northwestern Iranian Province of East Azerbaijan, Sahand Ski Resort is a 1,200-meter-long facility equipped with ski lifts, a ski school, and a hotel, attracting winter sports enthusiasts each year.

British ambassador visits detained UK nationals in Iran

The UK envoy to Iran, Hugo Shorter, met on Wednesday with two British citizens detained on security related charges in Kerman province, according to a statement released by the province’s Justice Department.

Iranian filmmakers summoned to court over award-winning film

Maryam Moghaddam and Behtash Sanaeeha, the directors of the internationally acclaimed film My Favorite Cake, have been summoned to appear before an Iranian court in about two weeks.

First Indian rail transit shipment arrives in Afghanistan via Iranian territory 

The first rail transit shipment from India has entered Afghanistan through the Shamtigh rail border in Iran’s Khorasan Razavi Province.

Deputy youth minister: 205 licensed matchmaking centers operating in Iran to increase marriage rate

Iran’s deputy minister of youth affairs at the ministry of sports and youth, announced that 205 matchmaking centers for marriage have been officially licensed in Iran, with strict oversight to ensure compliance with regulations.

Iranian journalists Elaheh Mohammadi, Niloofar Hamedi granted Leader’s amnesty

Iran’s Judiciary has announced that journalists Elaheh Mohammadi and Niloofar Hamedi have been included in the February 11 amnesty list, following the approval of the Pardon Commission.

Iran border guards rescue 250 stranded Afghan Nationals amid severe snowstorm

Iranian border guards rescued 250 undocumented Afghan nationals who were stranded in severe snow and blizzard conditions along the northeastern border of Iran.

Former diplomat criticizes misinterpretation of Trump’s Iran policy directive

A former Iranian diplomat has raised concerns over the misinterpretation of US President Donald Trump’s recent policy directive on Iran, particularly by Iranian officials and media.

Iranian president criticizes West for negative media portrayal, welcomes tourists to experience country’s true image

Iran’s President, Massoud Pezeshkian, emphasized the stark contrast between the Western media portrayals of Iran and the country’s reality during his speech at the 18th International Tourism Exhibition in Tehran on Tuesday.

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