Americas

Trump could skip NATO upcoming summit over tensions with Europe: Spiegel

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United States President Donald Trump could snub NATO’s upcoming summit unless European member states commit to significantly higher defense spending, Der Spiegel has reported.
Incidents

Families of missing victims rally outside site of Iran port blast

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A group of 30 to 40 people have gathered in front of the main entrance of Shahid Rajaee Port, in southern Iran, seeking answers about their missing family members a week after the explosion at the port.
Middle East

US approves $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia

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The U.S. State Department has approved a possible foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia of AIM-120C-8 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles and related support for $3.5 billion, the Pentagon announced in a statement on Friday.
Economy

Data: Iran faces longest sustained high inflation in modern history

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Iran's economy has entered uncharted territory as official data confirms the country is experiencing its longest continuous period of high inflation, with prices rising over 30% annually for seven consecutive years, Donya-ye Eghtesad economic paper reported on Saturday.
Europe

US approves possible sale of F-16 training, sustainment for Ukraine

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The U.S. State Department approved the potential sale of F-16 training and sustainment, along with related equipment, to Ukraine for $310 million, the Pentagon has announced.
Agriculture

Spring tea harvest begins in Iran’s Tonekabon

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The first harvest of spring green tea leaves has commenced across 500 hectares of tea gardens in Tonekabon County, northern Iran.
Middle East

US, Israel near agreement on aid delivery to Gaza: Axios

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The United States, Israel and representatives of a new international foundation are close to a deal on how to resume the delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip without it being controlled by Hamas, Axios reported on Friday, citing two Israeli officials and one U.S. source.
Sport

Iranian teen weightlifter wins medals, breaks records at world championships

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Alma Hosseini, a teenage weightlifter from Mazandaran, Iran, won two medals at the World Youth Weightlifting Championships in Peru.
Incidents

Severe storms claim 7 lives, injure 67 across Iran

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Severe storms, strong winds, and lightning strikes across Iran resulted in seven fatalities and 67 injuries during the past five days, according to a report by the Ministry of Health's Crisis Operations Center on Saturday.
Foreign Policy

Iran FM: Nuclear deal “within reach” if US shows “political will and fair approach”

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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi says a “credible and lasting agreement” on Iran's nuclear program is achievable, but requires "decisive political will and a fair approach" from the other side.
Foreign Policy

Iran urges ‘realism’ in nuclear talks as FM discusses diplomacy with UN chief

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Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi called for “genuine determination” from the US in stalled nuclear negotiations during a phone call with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday.
Sport

Tractor FC crowned champions of Iran’s Premier League for first time

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Tractor FC have clinched its maiden Iranian Premier League title after a dominant 4-0 victory over Shams Azar in the 28th week of the season.
Science and Technology

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

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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.
Middle East

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

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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).
Local

Advisor to Iranian president: Hijab mandate has failed

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

Severe dust storm hits Khuzestan province

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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.
Foreign Policy

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

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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.
Incidents

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

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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.
Incidents

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

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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.
Handicrafts

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

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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.
Foreign Policy

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

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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. 
Foreign Policy

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

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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. 
Local

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

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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.
Science and Technology

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

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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.
Foreign Policy

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

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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.
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