Iran wins first ever championship at Asian Deaf Games

Iran won the 10th Asian Deaf Games in Malaysia before the end of the tournament, the first championship secured by the country.

Ex-national Iranian boxer killed by brother in family dispute

Ali Jamali, a 28-year-old former national boxer from Shahr-e Kord, southwestern Iran, was tragically killed by his brother on Friday following a family dispute.

President Pezeshkian attends Student Day in Tehran

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has visited Sharif University of Technology in Tehran for a ceremony to mark the Student Day in Iran.

Source: Iran has not withdrawn political, military advisors from Syria

An informed source has denied reports of Iran withdrawing its political and military advisors from Syria as the armed battle between the Syrian government forces and militants continue to rage on.

Iran denies embassy evacuation in Damascus, reiterates support for Syria

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has denied reports of evacuating its embassy in Damascus amid ongoing conflicts between the Syrian army and the armed opposition groups.

US lawmakers threaten to derail UAE weapons sales over support for Sudan armed group: Report

Two US Democratic lawmakers have sent a letter to the administration of President Joe Biden warning that they will try to block offensive arms sales to the UAE over allegations the Persian Gulf state is supporting the armed group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan.

Gaza ceasefire talks resumed: Hamas

A Hamas official has confirmed that international mediators have resumed negotiations with the Palestinian group and Israel over a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

Amnesty chief calls on UK to revise Gaza stance

The secretary general of Amnesty International, Agnes Callamard, has urged British politicians to revise their denial that genocide is being committed in Gaza, following a major report by the group concluding that Israel is guilty of genocide.

Iran warns Syria’s neighbors at risk amid resurgence of terrorism

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi warned that the threat of militant groups active in Syria will not be limited to the war-ravaged country and will spread to Iraq and Turkey.

Severe air pollution forces school closures across Iran

Educational activities for kindergartens, preschools, and exceptional schools in Iranian capital Tehran and several other cities have been suspended for Saturday and Sunday and primary schools switched to online classes due to severe air pollution. 

Iran’s deaf Greco-Roman wrestling team snatch Asian championship

On the seventh day of the Deaf Asian Games in Malaysia, Iran's Greco-Roman wrestling team claimed the Asian championship. 

Persian festival Mehregan added to UNESCO list of intangible heritage 

The millennia-old Persian Mehregan festival, also known as feast of harvest and abundance, has been added to UNESCO's intangible heritage list, the spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry announced. 

Iran warns Ukraine against supporting terrorists in West Asia 

The Assistant to the Iranian Foreign Minister and Director General of the Eurasia Department at the Iran's Foreign Ministry, Mojtaba Demirchi-Lou, has called on Ukraine to stop supporting terrorists in West Asia. 

Iranian MP: West unleashed terrorists to destabilize region 

The cause of recent tensions in West Asia, from the crisis in Gaza and Lebanon to the renewed unrest in Syria, is the US, Israel, and the West, an Iranian lawmaker argues. 

Iranian Runner Wins 12th Gold at Asian Deaf Games in Malaysia 

Maryam Abdifar, a female Iranian national runner, secured the championship title and the gold medal at the 10th Asian Deaf Games held in Malaysia. 

Iran successfully launches Saman-1 into orbit

Iran has successfully launched the Saman-1 orbital transfer unit into orbit using the Simorgh satellite carrier. 

Earthquakes in Iran’s Khuzestan injure 29, cause widespread damage

A series of earthquakes struck Iran’s Khuzestan province on Thursday, injuring 29 people and causing significant damage to nearly 300 homes, according to provincial governor. Among the injured, 28 were treated as outpatients, while one person remains hospitalized.

Iran advises NATO chief to calm Russia-Ukraine tensions instead of inciting US

The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry has called on Mark Rutte, the new secretary general of NATO, to act responsibly and push for de-escalation of tensions between Moscow and Kiev instead of making provocative recommendations for the next US administration’s policies.

Captivating autumn scenery in Ghahan, Qom

The village of Ghahan in Qom province, Iran, has become a picturesque haven this autumn, attracting nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Nestled amidst rolling hills, the village is adorned with vibrant hues of yellow, orange, and red, offering a breathtaking display of fall foliage.

Earthquakes in Iran’s Khuzestan injure 29, cause damage

The governor of the southern Iranian province of Khuzestan announced that earthquakes on Thursday injured at least 29 people and damaged nearly 300 homes in the province.

Russia-North Korea strategic agreement comes into force

The "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty" agreed by the leaders of North Korea and Russia in June entered into force with the exchange of "ratification instruments" in Moscow, the North's KCNA news agency reported on Thursday.

Iranian vice president: Hijab law faces implementation challenges

The Iranian vice president for legal affairs has expressed concerns about the new hijab law's feasibility, highlighting that the police would be particularly burdened.

Britain ‘reviewing F-35 warplane and Israel arms licences’ amid Gaza war: Campaigners

London has announced it is reviewing its decision to allow the continued export of F-35 fighter jet components in light of concerns that they could end up in Israel, according to campaigners who are seeking to block the exports.

MP: Iran will definitely intervene to fight terrorists in Syria

A member of the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of the Iranian Parliament has expressed Iran’s serious resolve to stand firmly by Syria to fight off militants, saying the message has been conveyed during a recent visit of an Iranian delegation to Syria, where they met with President Bashar al-Assad of Syria.

Iran, Egypt FMs warn of regional repercussions of Syria unrest

The Iranian and Egyptian foreign ministers have discussed the latest developments in Syria, voicing support for Damascus in fighting insurgency.

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