INOTEX 2025 wraps up with $2 billion in international agreements, saving €700 million in imports

INOTEX 2025, the 14th edition of Iran’s leading innovation and technology exhibition, has concluded with the announcement of six international agreements valued at $2 billion, marking a major leap for the country’s tech ecosystem.

Red Cross warns Gaza aid endeavour on ‘verge of collapse’ amid Israel blockade

The humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip is on the verge of “total collapse”, with Palestinians facing a “daily struggle to survive” amid Israel’s war and blockade of the Palestinian enclave, according to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).

Advisor to Iranian president: Hijab mandate has failed

The cultural advisor to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, has said the hijab mandate has failed and society will not accept its enforcement.

Severe dust storm hits Khuzestan province

The head of the public relations office of the Meteorological Department of Iran’s Khuzestan province has reported dangerous levels of air pollution caused by a dust storm sweeping across several cities in the province.

Iran condemns US for escalating sanctions, questions commitment to diplomacy amid nuclear talks

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly criticized the United States for maintaining and intensifying "illegal" sanctions, warning that such measures undermine diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions over Tehran’s nuclear program.

Concerns raised about safety at Iran’s ports following deadly Shahid Rajaei port explosion

A member of the parliamentary delegation investigating the recent fire at Shahid Rajaei Port in Bandar Abbas, southern Iran, has expressed concerns about the potential for similar incidents at other ports across the country.

No damage to oil facilities in south Iran port explosion: Deputy oil minister

Iran's deputy oil minister and CEO of the National Oil Products Refining and Distribution Company confirmed on Friday that oil facilities remained unharmed following Saturday’s deadly explosion at Shahid Rajaei Port in southern province of Hormozgan.

Iran aims for $1 billion in handicraft exports, eyes African market

Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism, and handicrafts has announced an ambitious target to boost annual handicraft exports to $1 billion, highlighting Isfahan as a key hub for the industry.

Head of Iran Parliament security body: US to pay price for its threats

The head of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission responded to recent threats by the US Secretary of Defense against Iran, stating that the US will "pay the price" if it takes any action contrary to Iran’s national interests and security. 

FM: Iran determined to reach a fair, balanced nuclear agreement

Following the announcement of the postponement of the next round of Iran-US nuclear talks, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, stated that there has been no change in Iran’s determination to achieve a negotiated solution. 

Iran President Pezeshkian’s office denies his involvement in warning text messages over Hijab

In response to widespread speculation over Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s alleged approval of hijab-related text messages sent to citizens, the Deputy for Communications at the Presidential Office, Seyyed Mehdi Tabatabaei, issued a firm denial.

INOTEX 2025: Iran unveils 3 first-of-its-kind tech products

Hussein Afshin, Iran's Vice President for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy, unveiled three domestically developed and first-time commercialized tech products during the third day of INOTEX 2025.

Spox: Date for fourth round of Iran–U.S. talks changed

The Spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a change in the schedule for the upcoming round of indirect talks between Iran and the United States, which had been scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 3, in Rome.

Jerusalem wildfires flare for a second day

Israeli firefighting teams have been tackling wildfires near Jerusalem for a second day. Police have also reported the reopening of several major roads that had been closed.

Iranian football legend Bahman Salehnia passes away

Bahman Salehnia, revered as the "Father of Gilan Football" and a towering figure in Iranian football, has died after a prolonged illness.

Iran’s national university entrance exam begins with nearly one million test-takers

The first round of Iran's 2025 national university entrance exam, Konkur, began on Thursday, with a total of 957,798 applicants having registered for this round, including 608,017 women (63 percent) and 349,781 men (37 percent).

Iranian wrestling giant Yazdani’s absence at 2025 World Championships noted by UWW

United World Wrestling (UWW) has acknowledged the absence of Iranian freestyle wrestling star Hassan Yazdani from the 2025 World Championships in Zagreb, calling him "one of the biggest misses" of the tournament.

US seeking to eliminate security office coordinating with Palestinian Authority: Report

The administration of President Donald Trump plans to eliminate the position of US security coordinator for the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip, according to several media reports.

Iran’s int’l striker Taremi wears black wristband in tribute to victims of port explosion

Iranian Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi paid tribute to the victims of the recent tragedy at Shahid Rajaei Port, in southern Iran, by wearing a black wristband during his appearance for his club on Wednesday.

Iran’s security chief: Nukes have no place in Iran’s defensive doctrine

The secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council has reiterated that nuclear weapons have no place in the country’s defensive doctrine.

Iranian gynecologist wins WIPO medal 

The World Intellectual Property Organization, WIPO, awarded its prize at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva,Switzerland, to Hasti Hosseini, a female gynecologist from Iran.

Muslim groups urge UK PM to recognise Palestine, cease arms exports to Israel

Hundreds of prominent Muslim organisations and individuals have signed a letter, urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise a Palestinian state and cease all military support to Israel.

Poll shows most Ukrainians don’t trust Trump

Nearly 90% of Ukrainians don’t trust Donald Trump, according to a new poll released to mark the US president’s first 100 days back in office.

Iranian gov’t spokesperson says ‘human error’ likely caused deadly port fire, rules out sabotage

Iranian Government Spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated on Wednesday that initial investigations into the massive fire at Shahid Rajaei Port in southern Iran suggest human error was the likely cause, while ruling out sabotage.

Iran warns US ‘provocative’ actions could undermine nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has cautioned that any "provocative measures" by the United States will cast doubt on Washington's seriousness in ongoing nuclear negotiations, revealing that the next round of indirect talks between the two sides is set for Saturday in Rome.

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