Reverse brain drain expected in Iran’s medical sector, says health ministry official

Iran may soon witness a reverse brain drain in its medical sector, according to Hossein Hosseini, Deputy Minister of Education at the Ministry of Health.

Ancient human skeletons dating back 4,000 years unearthed in northern Iran

Archaeologists have discovered six human skeletons estimated to be over 4,000 years old during an initial excavation phase at the historical site of Qaleh Ben in Khorshroodpey, a district in Babol County, northern Iran.

Deal with US within reach if Washington shifts away from bullying approach: Iran’s president

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the path to an agreement with the United States is open if Washington avoids a bullying attitude in indirect talks regarding Tehran’s nuclear program.

Iran on the verge of falling into ‘demographic black hole’

Iran is experiencing a critical demographic transition, with over 10 million unmarried youth of marriageable age and a fertility rate below the replacement threshold of 2.1, experts warn.

Iran, Russia sign agreement on geospatial and mapping cooperation

Iran and Russia have signed a cooperation agreement to deepen bilateral ties in geospatial data and mapping technologies.

Tehran summons UK chargé d’affaires over ‘unlawful detention’ of Iranian nationals

Iran's Foreign Ministry has summoned the British charge d'affaires in Tehran over the arrest of Iranian nationals by London.

Iran to launch major oil, petrochemical projects monthly through year-end

Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced that starting in June, a major oil or petrochemical project will be inaugurated each month in Iran until the end of the year.

Iran asserts enrichment rights as tensions with US persist over nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has stated that the success of nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington hinges on the US accepting Iran’s right to uranium enrichment.

Funeral held for veteran Iranian sports photographer Hamidreza Darajati

The funeral ceremony for Hamidreza Darajati, a seasoned sports photographer and member of the Iranian Press Photographers Association, was held this Sunday noon in front of the House of Artists in Tehran.

Iranian deputy FM: nuclear consortium idea may be discussed if Iran-U.S. talks advance

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, said that the idea of forming a joint nuclear consortium between Iran and Arab states has not been proposed by Tehran, but it exists and could become a subject of discussion if the ongoing Iran-U.S.talks gain momentum.

Taliban FM promises cooperation with Iran in Helmand river, water dispute

Afghanistan’s acting foreign minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, has said that providing water to Iran’s drought-stricken population is a “religious duty” and stressed that Kabul bears no ill will toward its neighbor.

Kurdistan region president: No threat to emerge from our soil against Iran

President of the autonomous Kurdistan Region of Iraq, Nechirvan Barzani, pledged that no threat will emerge from Kurdish soil against neighboring countries, particularly the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Iranian President warns of enemies’ attempts to sow division among regional countries

The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran said that recent claims by Donald Trump, the US president, about Iran are aimed at creating a negative perception of Iran and inciting conflicts among regional countries.

Iran sentences 7 over Shah Cheragh terror attack; 3 face death penalty

Iranian judiciary officials announced that a court in Shiraz has issued verdicts for seven individuals convicted of supporting deadly terrorist attacks on the Shah Cheragh Shrine. Three of the defendants were sentenced to death.

Iran FM: Palestine most urgent issue in region; Israel chronic threat

The Iranian Foreign Minister described the Palestinian issue as the most important and urgent matter on the regional agenda, stating that the Israeli regime has become a chronic threat to peace and stability in the region—a threat that combines occupation, apartheid, genocide, and access to an arsenal of weapons of mass destruction.

Fatal crash at Tehran’s Azadi racetrack sparks outcry over safety standards

A tragic accident at Tehran’s Azadi motorsport complex has raised serious concerns about racing safety standards in Iran.

At least three killed as Syrian forces raid Daesh hideouts in Aleppo

Syrian security forces have killed three Daesh fighters and arrested four others in Aleppo, authorities said, the first time the interim government has announced such an operation against the terror group in Syria’s second city.

Iranians mark national day honoring towering polymath Omar Khayyam

May 18 marks the birthday of Omar Khayyam, the renowned Persian polymath, and is observed in Iran as “Khayyam Day” in honor of his legacy.

Pakistani PM thanks Iran for mediation in India-Pakistan ceasefire

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has thanked Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian for what he called Iran’s compassionate and brotherly efforts in helping reduce tension and pave the way for a ceasefire between Pakistan and India. Sharif was speaking to Pezeshkian on the phone on Saturday.

Moscow to host first Russia-Arab summit in October

Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited all leaders and the secretary general of the Arab League for the first Moscow-Arab summit on October 15, Russia's news agencies reported on Saturday, citing a statement from the Kremlin.

Iran national team defeat China to claim third place and qualify for Women’s Futsal World Cup

In a decisive performance at the AFC Women’s Futsal Asian Cup 2025, Iran’s women’s national futsal team secured a 3–1 victory over China in the third-place playoff match held on Saturday.

US to reduce its military contingent in Syria to 900: Report

The United States is withdrawing its soldiers from Syria and plans to reduce its contingent there to 900, the Al Jazeera television channel reported, citing an unnamed American official.

Iran’s nuclear chief: 25% of IAEA inspections in 2024 targeted Iran, despite just 3% of global capacity

Iran’s nuclear chief, Mohammad Eslami, has revealed that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) conducted over 450 inspections worldwide in 2024, with roughly 25% of them carried out at Iranian facilities, despite Iran possessing just 3% of the world’s installed nuclear capacity.

Iran signs Treaty on Genetic Resources and Traditional Knowledge

Iran has officially joined the Treaty on Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge, becoming the 42nd signatory to the international agreement.

Iran’s club Tractor fans set Guinness World Record for longest applause

Fans of Iranian football club Tractor S.C. have officially set a new Guinness World Record for the longest continuous applause by spectators.

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