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Iran president open to direct talks with US, says MP

An Iranian lawmaker says President Massoud Pezeshkian is inclined to negotiate directly with the US to put an end to long-standing differences, including Iran’s nuclear issue.

Iran’s minister: No platform excluded from internet unblocking

Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Sattar Hashemi, has clarified that all social media platforms are included in the internet unblocking process with no exception.

Ancient shrine in Iran’s Mazandaran crumbles, awaiting philanthropic aid

An ancient shrine in northern Iranian province of Mazandaran, named Darvish, faces collapse due to lack of proper maintenance and funding.

IRGC unveils new naval floating city

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps' (IRGC) Navy has unveiled one of its many floating cities with Major General Hossein Salami, the IRGC’s Commander-in-Chief, attending the unveiling ceremony.

Regional expert outlines key concerns for Iran following Gaza ceasefire

An Iranian Middle East expert has outlined significant points for Iran to consider following the recent Gaza ceasefire, including a crucial shift in the blockaded enclave’s governance, a persistence of regional tensions, and the stability of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.

Iranian pres.: Iran and Russia do not need the West 

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the strategic partnership treaty between Iran and Russia shows Tehran and Moscow oppose interference by foreign actors to determine the two nations’ role.

Rosatom: Iran, Russia to enhance nuclear energy collaboration

Iran and Russia have plans to deepen their cooperation in the nuclear energy sector, the CEO of Russia's state nuclear corporation, Rosatom, revealed following talks on Friday.

World’s largest turquoise mine located in Iran

The world's largest and finest turquoise mine is situated on the southern slopes of the Binalud mountain range, in northeastern Iran.

Senior researcher: Trump, Pezeshkian can clinch ‘historic deal’

Seyed Hossein Mousavian, a researcher at Princeton University, believes that Iran and the US can reach a sustainable agreement by adhering to certain principles.

Judiciary: Two prominent judges shot dead in Iran

An armed infiltrator in Iran’s Supreme Court carried out on Saturday morning a planned assassination of two veteran judges “known for their fight against crimes against national security, espionage, and terrorism,” the Media Center of the Judiciary announced.

Iranian Army: Gaza ceasefire strengthens resistance’s resolve

The Iranian Army has issued a statement celebrating the recent ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting that the significant victory strengthens the resolve of the resistance and makes the struggle for freedom more purposeful.

Iranian FM: Strategic partnership with Russia primarily economic

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has announced that the comprehensive strategic partnership signed on Friday between Iran and Russia is primarily economic in nature.

Iranian gov’t likely initiating key nuclear negotiations: National security commission member

A member of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Iranian Parliament has indicated that the government may be initiating significant nuclear negotiations, without informing the parliament.

Iran’s executive VP: Approval of FATF will alleviate sanctions pressure

The Iranian executive vice president says that the government is persistently pursuing the approval of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), which will significantly reduce the pressures resulting from sanctions.

Iranian official optimistic direct talks with US can lead to deal in 3 months

The Iranian President's representative for coordinating maritime development policies has reiterated the need for direct negotiations between Iran and the US, estimating that reaching an agreement could take two to three months once negotiations begin.

US flag removed from Iranian government yard to ease tensions

The US flag, which had been painted on the ground in the Iranian government yard for visitors to step on as a sign of protest, has recently been removed.

Iranian president: Strategic partnership treaty with Russia will boost ties in all areas

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said the strategic partnership treaty between Iran and Russia will serve as a basis for the expansion of bilateral ties.

Iranian vice president Zarif: Trump is not a giant; we are bigger than that

Iran’s former foreign minister and current vice president for strategic affairs, Mohammad Javad Zarif, believes Iran should not view incoming US President Donald Trump as an insurmountable threat.

President Pezeshkian lays wreath at Unknown Soldier’s Tomb in Moscow

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian began his official visit to Moscow by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

BRICS, SCO effective in countering Western sanctions, says Iranian official

The spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry says that the importance of BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is increasing daily, emphasizing that the organizations are effective in neutralizing Western sanctions.

Police chief: Iran will immediately quash any plot

Iran’s Police Chief says that all police forces, including maritime, border, and regular forces, alongside the people, are more prepared and capable than ever to immediately quash any plots at their inception.

Expert: Russia sees Iran as key partner in shaping new world order

The head of the Russian Center for Middle Eastern Studies, believes that Moscow views Iran as a key partner in establishing a new world order aimed at ending the destructive hegemony of the West in international affairs and the global economy.

Iran Central Bank ex-deputy governor: Even China closed Iran’s bank accounts due to non-compliance with FATF

A former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Iran has pointed out that China closed Iran's bank accounts due to Tehran's non-compliance with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

Iranian Leader office touts rising power of Asia ahead of President Pezeshkian’s Moscow visit

In a tweet written in Russian, the account of the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei stated that the global developments promise a multipolar system where the US will be isolated, and Asia will become the center of knowledge, economy, political and military power.

Iran says determined to support Palestine, welcomes Gaza ceasefire

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in a telephone conversation with Khalil al-Hayya, the Chief of the Hamas Political Bureau in Gaza, said the Islamic Republic is determined to support Palestinian resistance against Israel.

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