Former Iranian diplomat urges strategic dialogue with Europe amid rising sanctions

Jalal Sadatian, Iran's former ambassador to the UK, has called on Iranian officials for immediate diplomatic engagement with European powers to mitigate the impact of escalating sanctions and geopolitical pressures.

Iranians celebrate Sizdah Bedar, concluding Nowruz festivities  

Millions of Iranians are marking Sizdah Bedar, or Nature Day, on Wednesday, the 13th and final day of Nowruz celebrations, by picnicking outdoors in parks and countryside areas to welcome spring and ward off bad luck.

Iran Leader advisor warns Tehran may pursue nuclear weapons if attacked by US or Israel

Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to Iran’s Leader and former chief nuclear negotiator, warned that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if the US or Israel launches military strikes against the country.

Iran’s Leader warns of ‘firm response’ to hostile acts in Eid sermon

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has issued a stark warning to Iran's adversaries, declaring that any hostile actions against the country would be met with a decisive response.

Iran confirms diplomatic process continues with US through indirect talks

Iranian Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani announced that Tehran has formally responded to a recent US diplomatic overture, signaling the continuation of indirect negotiations between the two countries.

IRGC Navy Commander: Iran Will Pursue Attackers into Gulf of Mexico

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, emphasized that the Islamic Republic will never negotiate over its missile power or the capabilities of the Axis of Resistance

British foreign secretary highlights diplomatic solution for Iran nuclear case

The British Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, emphasized the UK's and other European countries' commitment to pursuing a diplomatic solution for Iran's nuclear issue,

Iranians rally on Quds Day in solidarity with Palestine

Millions of people marched in the Iranian capital Tehran and other cities on Friday to mark International Quds Day, voicing support for Palestinians and condemning Israeli genocide in Gaza.

Iran crushes Bahrain to reach beach soccer Asian Cup semifinals

Iran’s national beach soccer team has advanced to the semifinals of the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup 2025 after a commanding 11-0 victory over Bahrain in the quarterfinals.

Iran opens nuclear sector to private investment

Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) has formally opened three key sectors to private investment, marking a significant shift in the country's nuclear development strategy.

Iran qualifies for 2026 World Cup after 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan

Iran’s national football team secured its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a dramatic 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan in Tehran on Tuesday night.

FM Araghchi: Iran will not engage in direct talks with US under threats

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says Iran remains open to indirect talks with the US.

Millions of Iranians participate in Laylat al-Qadr night vigils

Millions of people in several Iranian cities, including the holy cities of Mashhad and Qom, participated on Friday in night vigils and prayers to mark Laylat al-Qadr, or the Night of Destiny, one of the holiest occasions in Islam that commemorates the revelation of the Holy Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad over 14 centuries ago.

Iran’s Leader warns against threats, rejects proxy allegations 

In a Nowruz meeting held on Friday with various segments of the Iranian public and government officials, Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei delivered a message on regional and international issues, emphasizing Iran’s principled stance on resistance, self-determination, and its readiness to respond to aggression.

Iran defeats UAE 2-0 in world cup qualifier amid stadium controversy

Iran’s national football team, known as Team Melli, secured a crucial 2-0 victory against the UAE in the seventh round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Millions in Iran, across the world usher in Nowruz, the Persian New Year

On the occasion of the spring equinox, millions of Iranians and Persian-speaking communities around the globe are celebrating Saal Tahvil, the precise moment marking the beginning of Nowruz, the Persian New Year.

Iranians prepare Haft-Seen tables to welcome Nowruz, Persian New Year

As the Persian New Year, Nowruz, approaches, households across Iran are busy setting up Haft-Seen tables, a cherished tradition symbolizing renewal, prosperity, and the arrival of spring.

Iran rejects UN human rights mechanisms, vows non-cooperation with fact-finding mission

The Iranian Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Ali Bahreini, declared on Tuesday that Iran will not cooperate with the UN’s fact-finding mission under any circumstances.

Iranians celebrate Chaharshanbeh Suri, an ancient festival of fire and renewal

On the eve of the last Wednesday of the Persian calendar year, Iranians across the country come together to celebrate Chaharshanbeh Suri, meaning Wednesday Feast, a vibrant and ancient festival of fire that heralds the arrival of spring and the Persian New Year, Nowruz, on March 20.

UN Envoy warns about dire consequences of US hostile actions against Iran

Following the recent threats from US officials against Iran, the ambassador and permanent representative of the Islamic Republic to the UN warned that any aggressive actions would have dire consequences, for which Washington would bear full responsibility.

Iran spox rejects G7 Allegations as “baseless, repetitive”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, has slammed as baseless the recent anti-Tehran allegations of the G7 top diplomats, saying the group’s members must be held accountable for their improper conduct regarding peace and stability in West Asia and their complicity in gross violations of humanitarian and human rights laws in occupied Palestine.

UN human rights rapporteur for Palestine granted Iran’s Dr. Taghi Ebtekar Award

The Iranian NGO, Center for Peace and Environment, has announced UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, as the recipient of the 2025 Dr. Taghi Ebtekar Award.

Ministry: US will Fail to Obstruct Iran Oil Sales Efforts

The Iranian Ministry of Petroleum announced that the inclusion of Mohsen Paknejad, Iran's Minister of Petroleum, in the latest sanctions list by the US Department of the Treasury is a result of his extensive efforts to maximize Iran's oil sales, adding the US will not succed in hindering Iran's efforts to sell oil.

E3 envoys summoned to Iran Foreign Ministry over UN meeting

Iranian Foreign Ministry has summoned the ambassadors of the UK, France and Germany in protest against "the collusion" of the trio with the US in "misusing the mechanisms of the UN Security Council" to hold a closed-door meeting on Iran’s nuclear program.

Trump’s letter to Iran yet to be delivered by a regional country, FM Araghchi says

Despite widespread speculation and claims, a letter reportedly sent by US President Donald Trump to Iran has not yet been received but is expected to be delivered by a regional country, according to Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi.

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