Cooperation with IAEA under new framework serves Iran’s interests, analyst says

An Iranian nuclear analyst says continued cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) under new arrangements would benefit Tehran by reducing tensions and limiting pretexts for further pressure from Western countries.

Iranian president visits family of Christian martyr on Christmas eve

On the evening marking the birth of Jesus Christ, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the home of the family of Razmik Khachatourian, a Christian martyr of Iran.

Iranian border guards rescue 1,600 Afghans stranded in snow

Iranian border guards in Taybad rescued around 1,600 Afghan nationals who were stranded in severe cold and snow while attempting to enter Iran through unauthorized border routes.

Christmas celebrations held at churches in Iran

A ceremony marking the birth of Jesus Christ was held at the Armenian Saint Gregory Church and the Chaldean Catholic Church of Saint Joseph in Iran.

Iran police confirm ex-Afghan police chief killed in Tehran

Iranian police have confirmed the killing of Ekramuddin Sari, a former police commander from Afghanistan’s Takhar province, in a shooting attack in Tehran, according to reports citing informed police sources.

Iranian president extends Christmas wishes in message to Pope, all Christians

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a message to Pope Leo XIV, leader of the Catholic Church, extending his best wishes on the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ and the arrival of the New Year.

Hezbollah calls on Lebanese government to refute Israeli threats amid fears of escalation

Hezbollah has urged the Lebanese government to reject Israel’s threats to disarm the group amid fears of Israeli escalation in Lebanon.

Atomic chief says western powers aim to halt Iran’s scientific progress

Iran’s Vice President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), Mohammad Eslami, said on Thursday that Western opposition to Iran is fundamentally aimed at stopping the country’s scientific and technological progress, not concerns over nuclear weapons.

Report: Former Afghan police commander assassinated in Tehran

Media outlets in Afghanistan have reported the assassination of a former senior Afghan police commander in Tehran.

Iran’s Esteghlal secure qualification after decisive away win in Manama, Bahrain

Esteghlal Tehran booked their place in the knockout stage of the AFC second-tier club competition with a convincing 3–0 victory over Bahrain’s Al-Muharraq in the second leg played in Manama.

Ex-senior army officers call on UK to ‘cut all military collaboration with Israel’

Four senior former army officers have written to the UK prime minister urging a full arms embargo on Israel and a suspension of involvement with any Israel-linked defence firms.

Dozens of US lawmakers call on Trump to address Israeli Gaza ceasefire violations

Nearly 50 Democratic members of Congress have urged US President Donald Trump to address Israeli ceasefire violations in Gaza and to withhold US assistance if attacks continue.

Video showing Faezeh Hashemi Rafsanjani wearing American jacket goes viral in Iran

The recent appearance of Faezeh Hashemi Rafsanjani, a daughter of former president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, on a city street has attracted public attention due to her distinctive outfit.

Iran reports decline in respiratory infections as influenza peak persists in 12 provinces

Iran’s Ministry of Health has reported a decline in the overall number of respiratory infections nationwide, while warning that influenza activity remains elevated in several provinces.

Iran thwarts multiple aviation security threats, commander says

The Commander of Iran’s Aviation Protection Corps, Brigadier General Mollanouri, says several serious security threats against civil aviation have been successfully neutralized in recent months due to the vigilance and preparedness of security personnel.

Syria ministers discuss military collaboration with Putin in Russia: SANA

Syria’s foreign and defence ministers met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and held discussions on expanding “strategic cooperation in the military industries sector”, Syrian state media reported.

IAEA’s Grossi playing on enemy’s ground: Iran’s nuclear head

Reacting to recent remarks by the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Tehran’s nuclear program, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) said the statements show that Rafael Grossi is “playing on the enemy’s ground.”

Paya (Tolou-3) satellite marks Iran’s leap into a new generation of Earth imaging

Iran has unveiled the Paya (Tolou-3) satellite, a domestically built Earth observation satellite that represents a significant advancement in the country’s space imaging capabilities.

US slashed Ukraine aid by factor of 77 since 2024: Report

Over the past year, the amount of US aid to Ukraine has dropped by a whopping $45 billion, with Kiev’s European supporters so far unable to make up for the difference, ZN.UA media outlet has reported.

US allies dissatisfied with WH’s foreign policy shift: Survey

Public opinions in countries which are closely allied with Washington have shifted sharply against the US amid President Donald Trump’s ongoing foreign policy overhaul, according to a poll published by Politico.

Libyan army chief killed in plane crash near Ankara

The Libyan army’s chief of staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, has died in a plane crash near the Turkish capital, shortly after the private jet he was travelling in took off from an airport in Turkey.

Iran to move toward scientific approach to water management

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will move toward a scientific and region-based approach to water management, warning that water shortages have become a nationwide crisis and that interprovincial disputes over resources are intensifying.

Two Americans killed fighting for Ukraine: Newsweek

Two American mercenaries have been killed while fighting for Ukraine against Russian soldiers in December, Newsweek has reported.

Pres. Pezeshkian submits draft annual budget bill to Parliament

President Masoud Pezeshkian submitted Iran’s draft budget bill for the next fiscal year to Parliament.

Iran focuses on nuclear cooperation with Russia, aims to build domestic power plants

The spokesperson and deputy of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said the country is currently focusing its nuclear cooperation on Russia, while relations with China in this field have paused.

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