Iran condemns Trump’s “divisive, offensive” remarks aimed at sowing discord

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned recent remarks by the U.S. President regarding Iran, calling them false, divisive, and misleading. It stated that the Islamic Republic, along with other regional countries, will continue to strengthen and consolidate their amicable relations.

Robert De Niro slams Trump as ‘philistine president’ and enemy of arts at Cannes Film Festival

Robert De Niro has taken a fiery stand against US President Donald Trump at Cannes Film Festival‘s opening ceremony, calling him a “philistine president” and declaring him an enemy of the arts.

Iran’s Expediency Council approves Palermo Convention accession with conditions

Iran's Expediency Council has announced its conditional approval of the country's accession to the Palermo Convention.

Governor: Nearly half of Iran’s undocumented Afghan migrants reside in Tehran Province

Tehran Governor Alireza Fakhari has announced that approximately 50% of Iran’s undocumented foreign nationals are currently residing in Tehran Province, underlining the urgency of addressing the issue as a top provincial priority.

Iranian filmmaker Mehrjui’s daughter rejects retribution for parents’ killers

Mona Mehrjui, daughter of slain Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjui and his wife Vahideh Mohammadifar, has announced that her family does not seek the death penalty for the perpetrators of the couple’s murder.

Trump meets Syrian president, calls on him to establish ties with Israel

U.S. President Donald Trump met with Syria's president Ahmed al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday and urged him to normalise ties with longtime foe Israel, after a surprise Washington's announcement that it would lift all sanctions on Damascus.

Iran says ready for negotiations with U.S. and Europe, rejects ‘deceptive’ rhetoric

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has announced that Tehran remains open to continuing negotiations with the US and Europe, stressing that diplomacy remains the country's preferred path forward.

Iranian MP responds to Russian claims on watermelon safety: “A promotional stunt for Dagestan produce”

An Iranian parliamentarian has sharply criticized recent remarks made by a member of Russia’s State Duma regarding the nitrate levels in Iranian-exported watermelons, labeling the move as a “deliberate smear campaign” aimed at promoting Russian watermelons, particularly those from Dagestan.

11 Russian banks now support Iranian bank cards in cross-border payment integration

Iran’s Central Bank has announced that 11 Russian banks are now supporting transactions made with Iranian bank cards in Russia, marking a significant development in financial cooperation between the two countries.

US spent $1bn bombing Yemen’s Hothis but failed to gain air superiority: NYT

US President Donald Trump’s administration declared a ceasefire in Yemen last week due to burning through expensive munitions while failing to establish air superiority over the Houthis, according to the New York Times.

Dust storm triggers orange alert across 13 Iranian provinces; schools and offices shut down

Iran has issued an orange weather alert for 13 provinces as a thick dust storm sweeping in from Iraq caused dangerously poor air quality and severely reduced visibility in western and northwestern regions.

Rights groups urge UK to end all arms sales to Israel as court case begins

Rights groups and charities gathered outside the Royal Courts of Justice to support a legal challenge against the UK government's continuing export of F-35 jet parts for use by Tel Aviv.

Trump secures $600 billion Saudi investment pledge on Persian Gulf tour

President Donald Trump secured a $600 billion commitment from Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to invest in the United States after Riyadh accorded him a gala welcome at the start of a tour of Persian Gulf states.

Trump says he will ease sanctions on Damascus, to meet Syria’s new ruler on Wednesday

US President Donald Trump has stated that he will move to normalize relations with and lift sanctions on Syria’s new government to give the country "a chance at peace."

Iran: Outcome of talks with U.S. still uncertain

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman said it is “currently impossible” to predict the outcome of ongoing indirect talks between Iran and the United States.

Iran’s Ali Alipour wins gold at Asian weightlifting championships

Iranian weightlifter Ali Alipour clinched the gold medal in the men’s 96kg category at the Asian Weightlifting Championships held in China, delivering a dominant performance on Sunday.

Iranian court overturns verdict in controversial case of singer Amir Tataloo

The verdict against Iranian singer Amirhossein Maghsoudlou, widely known as Amir Tataloo, has been overturned following the acceptance of a request under Article 477 of Iran’s Criminal Procedure Code, his lawyer confirmed.

Larijani: US seeks power, not legal dialogue; Iran must strengthen itself

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran's Leader and a member of the Expediency Council, stated on Tuesday that the conflict between Iran and the US is not legal in nature but rooted in power politics.

Sasanian architectural remains unearthed at Urmia’s Grand Mosque, northern Iran

Archaeologists have discovered remains of Sasanian-era architecture during recent excavations at the historic Grand Mosque of Urmia, in Iran’s West Azarbaijan Province.

Trump receives royal Saudi welcome from MbS in Riyadh

US President Donald Trump received a royal Saudi welcome Tuesday as he arrived in the capital, Riyadh, descending Air Force One on purple-carpeted steps to a greeting from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Iran’s deputy FM: US contradictions complicate negotiations

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi has said contradictory statements from US officials are complicating ongoing negotiations, stressing that Iran remains vigilant and committed to defending its national interests.

Kremlin: Iran-Russia relations are win-win

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov has described Iran-Russia relations as a "win-win partnership," praising the outcomes of the 18th Joint Economic Commission held recently in Moscow.

Iran’s vice president: Gov’t committed to unblocking internet, empowering women and youth

Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref announced that the country’s decision-making system has reached consensus on lifting internet restrictions, signaling a major policy shift toward greater digital freedom.

White House notifies US Congress of $1.45bn in proposed arms sales to UAE

The US State Department notified Congress on Monday of two proposed weapons sales to the United Arab Emirates totaling an estimated $1.45 billion as President Donald Trump embarked on a four-day Middle East tour.

Syria’s president proposes Trump Tower in Damascus, peace with Israel for sanctions relief: Reuters

Syria’s new president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has reportedly offered to build a Trump Tower in Damascus, establish peace with Israel, and grant the US access to Syria’s oil and gas, as part of his bid to secure sanctions relief from Washington, Reuters has reported.

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