Syrian flag hoisted at Britain embassy after 12-year closure

The flag of Syria has been raised once more over its embassy building in London, marking the first time the mission has been active since its closure in 2013.

US says ‘running out of things to sanction’ in Russia

Washington has nearly exhausted its list of viable targets for sanctions against Moscow, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated, following its latest move to blacklist two of Russia’s largest oil companies.

Iran FM urges UN to hold US, Israel accountable for ‘crime of aggression’ against Tehran

The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in a letter simultaneously sent to the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, and the President of the United Nations Security Council, Michael Imran Kanu, pointed out that the admission of the US president to leading the aggressive action of the Zionist regime against the Islamic Republic of Iran is clear evidence proving Washington’s direct role in committing the crime of aggression by Israel against Iran, and emphasized the international responsibility of the US government.

Iranian and Russian FMs discuss issues of mutual interest on the phone

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday, during which the two sides exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments.

Official: Around 500 Afghan nationals caught and repatriated daily from Iran’s border

Approximately 500 Afghan nationals attempting to cross illegally into Iran are being detained and returned to Afghanistan each day this autumn, according to Amirollah Shamaghdari, the deputy governor of Khorasan Razavi for security and law enforcement affairs.

Trump formally asks Israel’s president to pardon Netanyahu after Gaza ceasefire

United States President Donald Trump has sent a letter to Israel’s President Isaac Herzog asking him to pardon Prime Minster Benjamin Netanyahu, slamming the corruption charges against the PM as “political” and “unjustified”.

Ahvaz Mayor resigns amid public outrage over self-Immolation incident

The Khuzestan governor’s office says that Reza Amini, the mayor of Ahvaz, has resigned from his position after a deadly self-immolation incident in the southwestern Iranian city. According to a statement released by the governor’s office, several senior municipal officials have also been sacked.

Iran’s Army chief inspects construction of border wall in northeast

The Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army, Major General Amir Hatami, visited the country’s northeastern border regions to inspect the progress of a new border wall project along the border with Afghanistan and assess the combat readiness of army units stationed in the area, according to the Iranian Students’ News Agency (ISNA).

Iran releases first Hebrew-language documentary highlighting 12-day conflict

Iran has produced and released its first Hebrew-language documentary, “Missiles Over Bazan,” through the Tasnim News Agency.

US plans ‘temporary housing’ in Gaza behind Israeli lines: The Atlantic

Washington is weighing a plan to build housing for thousands of "screened" Palestinians behind the so-called yellow line in the Gaza Strip, which is occupied by Israeli troops, according to a report by The Atlantic.

IRGC intelligence organization dismantles U.S.-Israeli spy network

The Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it has identified and dismantled an anti-security network operating under the guidance of U.S. and Israeli intelligence services inside Iran.

Convicted killer of cardiologist executed in Iran

Iranian authorities carried out the public execution of a man convicted of murdering Dr. Mohsen Davoudi, a prominent cardiologist in Jasuj, the cspital of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province this Tuesday morning.

Iranian president orders investigation after Ahvaz youth dies following self-immolation

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian has ordered a special committee to investigate the death of Ahmad Baledi, a young man from Ahvaz who died after setting himself on fire in protest against a municipal eviction of his shop.

Iranian commander highlights enhanced combat readiness in naval islands

The Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Major General Ali Abdollahi, has confirmed that the combat capabilities of forces and equipment stationed on Iran’s naval islands have significantly increased.

Official says Iran to launch 3 remote-sensing satellites soon

The head of the Iranian Space Agency has announced the launch of three satellites this winter, carrying out remote-sensing and space service missions aimed at enhancing Tehran’s capabilities in precision imaging and applied data.

Famous Iranian actor Homayoun Ershadi passes away at 78

Renowned Iranian actor Homayoun Ershadi died at 78 on Tuesday after a battle with cancer.

Syrian president claims he ‘had nothing to do’ with 9/11 attacks

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has downplayed his past links to the terrorist group Al-Qaeda and distanced himself from the 9/11 attacks in the United States.

Top Iranian general warns US, Israel of stronger strikes if new war erupts; praises state media role in recent conflict

Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, Chief of the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, warned that Iran would deliver more severe blows if another war occurs, while praising national broadcast services for their role during the 12-day conflict with the US-Israeli coalition in June.

US president praises Syria’s ‘tough-guy’ leader after White House visit

US President Donald Trump has praised his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa as a strong leader after hosting him in the White House on Monday.

Trump administration extends pause on Syria sanctions

The United States has prolonged the suspension of a broad package of sanctions on Syria for another 180 days as President Donald Trump met with the Syrian interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, at the White House on Monday.

Defense minister: Iranian defense industry shows significant growth since 12-day war

Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh has said that the country’s defense production has improved in both quantity and quality compared to the period before the 12-day war.

Iran oversees departure of foreign nationals, ensures students’ education

Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni said that efforts were made to ensure no student was left behind amid the recent exit of foreign nationals, mainly Afghan citizens, who have increasingly come to Iran, especially after the Taliban takeover in 2021.

Iran security chief says no new message sent to US, emphasizes diplomatic channels exhausted

Iran has not sent any new messages to the United States, according to Ali Larijani, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council.

Iran: Trump admission of involvement in Israeli attack on Iran documented war crime at UN

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasized that US President Donald Trump’s admission of involvement in the Israeli regime’s military aggression against Iran is a crime that has been officially documented and recorded at the United Nations.

Biden admin received intelligence on illegality of Israeli actions in Gaza, refused to reduce US support: HuffPost

Former American President Joe Biden reviewed intelligence indicating that Israeli officials were aware their actions in the Gaza Strip might violate US and international law, yet he denied recommendations from his advisers to reduce US involvement, HuffPost has reported, citing former US officials.

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