Ex-Sepahan coach: France order, Israeli war forced my Iran exit

Patrice Carteron, the French coach who led Irabian club Sepahan to last season’s Super Cup title and a runner-up finish in the Persian Gulf Pro League, revealed that his sudden departure from the Iranian football club was compelled by directives from the French government and the outbreak of the recent 12-day conflict, not by disagreements with club management.

Shamkhani: “If we returned to 1990s, we would definitely build nukes”

Ali Shamkhani, member of the Expediency Council and former Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has said that recent developments proved Iran’s need for a nuclear deterrent, declaring that if he could return to the 1990s, “we would definitely build the atomic bomb.”

Over 75% of Americans support additional sanctions on Russia: Survey

Despite United States President Donald Trump's reluctance to impose additional economic pressure on Moscow, some 77% of Americans are in favor of implementing additional sanctions on Russia to force an end to its war effort, a recent poll Harvard/Harris X poll showed.

Iran marks National Hafez Day with ceremonies in Shiraz

Iran on Sunday marked National Hafez Day, honoring the 14th-century Persian poet Hafez Shirazi, whose works continue to inspire readers and scholars around the world.

Iran parliament chief: Gaza ceasefire marks failure of Zionist egime’s plots

The speaker of Iran’s Parliament says the Gaza ceasefire demonstrates the failure of the plans and conspiracies of the Zionist regime’s criminal prime minister that were announced following the “Al-Aqsa Storm” operation.

Zelensky calls on Trump to use Gaza ceasefire momentum to broker peace in Ukraine

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged his American counterpart Donald Trump to use the momentum of the Gaza ceasefire to broker peace in Ukraine, as the two leaders spoke by phone on Saturday.

China warns of retaliation over US tariff ultimatums

Beijing stressed that it won’t yield to Washington’s latest tariff threats, urging the United States to seek a negotiated settlement instead of escalating tensions.

Chinese hostage freed in Iran, two kidnapping gangs of foreign nationals dismantled

Iranian police have freed a Chinese national abducted near Tehran and dismantled two kidnapping gangs composed of undocumented foreign nationals, officials announced on Sunday.

Veteran Iranian actor Mohammad Kasebi dies at 75

Mohammad Kasebi, a prominent Iranian film and television actor, has passed away at the age of 75 after a long illness, his daughter announced on Sunday.

Iran confirms receiving Israel’s message via Russia, dismisses new talks with US and Europe

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Russia has conveyed a message from Israel claiming that Tel Aviv has no intention of engaging in a new conflict with Iran.

Iran’s ambassador: $60 million in Iranian aid to Lebanon rejected Over sanctions

Iran’s Ambassador to Lebanon Mojtaba Amani says the Iranian people offered humanitarian assistance worth $60 million to Lebanon, but the Lebanese government declined to accept it due to international sanctions and political sensitivities.

Iran’s weightlifting team reclaims world title after 8 years

The Iranian men's national weightlifting team claimed the team world championship title after eight years, bringing a significant honor to Iranian sports.

South Korean ambassador in Iran performs iconic Persian song “Jan-e Maryam” to mark 63 years of diplomatic ties

South Korea’s ambassador to Iran, Kim Junpyo, has performed a new rendition of the beloved Persian classic “Jan-e Maryam” in collaboration with the Orkestr-e Istgah (Station Orchestra).

Once a shining jewel, Kermanshah’s Sarab-e Niloufar dries up amid mismanagement, drought

Sarab-e Niloufar, once a sparkling natural spring and a beloved symbol of life in western Iran, has completely dried up, turning from a lush blue lake into a cracked, silent basin.

Beijing slams Washington plan to restrict flights over Russia

Beijing has slammed Washington over a proposed ban on Chinese airlines using Russian airspace, warning that it would ultimately harm US businesses.

Hamas, Islamic Jihad Hail global solidarity, thank Iran and other allies for supporting Gaza ceasefire

The Palestinian resistance movements Hamas and Islamic Jihad expressed deep gratitude for the “unprecedented wave of global solidarity” supporting the Palestinian people.

US says to impose 100% tariffs on China

President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods beginning November 1, 2025, in response to what he described as Beijing’s “extraordinarily aggressive” new trade restrictions.

Israeli hostages to be released from Gaza on Monday: Trump

Israelis held in the Gaza Strip by Hamas and other armed groups are slated to “come back” on Monday, United States President Donald Trump has stated, with 20 living captives and the bodies of 28 others who died in captivity due to be handed over as part of the US-backed ceasefire accord.

US announces it will allow Qatar to construct Air Force facility in Idaho

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced that the United States will allow Doha to build an Air Force facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, which will host Qatari F-15 fighter jets and pilots who will train alongside American troops.

IRGC navy commander: Iran to defend its interests in Persian Gulf “to last breath”

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, described the Strait of Hormuz as the “world’s oil and gas artery,” emphasizing Iran’s commitment to safeguarding the strategic waterway.

US admin. threatens Chinese airlines flying over Russia: Reuters

The administration of US President Donald Trump has proposed banning Chinese airlines from flying over Russia on routes to and from the United States, Reuters reported on Friday.

Rumors about assassination of Iran’s General Qaani denied

Reports circulating on social media about the assassination and martyrdom of General Esmail Qaani, commander of the IRGC Quds Force, are false, according to Iranian sources.

Iran club Esteghlal celebrate manager Ricardo Sá Pinto’s 53rd birthday

Portuguese manager of Esteghlal FC Ricardo Sá Pinto turned 53 years old on Friday.

Iran’s Saeid Mani wins gold at World Para Powerlifting Championships

On the second day of the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships, in the youth division, Iranian national team member Saeid Mani competed in the 88 kg category against strong international rivals. Mani successfully lifted 166 kg in his first attempt, followed by 172 kg in his second lift.

Iran says supports any initiative to end genocide in Gaza

Iran will back any effort or initiative that can lead to an immediate end to the genocide in Gaza, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said in an interview with Lebanon’s Al Mayadeen TV network.

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