5 killed, hundreds injured in blasts at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran

A series of explosions at depots of Shahid rajee Port in southern Iran have killed at least five people, injuring hundreds more.

Iran denies missile program discussed in indirect talks with US

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has dismissed reports that the country's missile and defense capabilities were discussed during the latest round of indirect negotiations with the US.

Massive explosion rocks port in southern Iran, over 550 injured

A powerful explosion occurred on Saturday morning at Shahid Rajaei Port in southern Iran, with the blast reportedly heard across neighboring provinces.

Iranian state media’s controversial broadcast draws criticism amid diplomatic thaw with Saudi Arabia

The recent broadcast of inflammatory content by Iran's state broadcaster IRIB during Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman's visit to Tehran has sparked intense debate about media responsibility during sensitive diplomatic periods.

Fourth edition of Koocheh music festival kicks off in Bushehr

The fourth annual Koocheh Festival has begun in Bushehr, southern Iran, running for five nights with live music and cultural programs.

Iran denies destabilizing Syria, calls for end to occupation

Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has firmly rejected claims of Iranian involvement in destabilizing Syria during a UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East situation.

Official: Iran hosts 6.1 million Afghan nationals, immigration growth rate stops

The Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee has reported that approximately 6.1 million Afghan nationals currently reside in Iran, with the growth rate of their presence now stabilized.

US plans to offer Saudi Arabia $100bn weapons deal: Reuters

Washington is poised to offer Riyadh an arms package worth more than $100bn, the Reuters news agency has reported, citing six sources familiar with the matter.

Iran says ready to give assurances regarding peaceful nature of its nuclear work

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry says that the Islamic Republic of Iran is prepared to take reasonable steps to provide assurances regarding the entirely peaceful nature of its nuclear program.

Iran spokesman: Preventing aid from entering Gaza war crime

The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry emphasized that Israel’s continued blockade of the Gaza Strip and obstruction of humanitarian aid to Palestinians constitute clear examples of war crimes and crimes against humanity. 

Iran’s Mission Denies Dutch Terror Allegations as Baseless

The Iranian Embassy in the Netherlands firmly denied allegations in the Dutch National Security Agency's annual report, dismissing claims of Iran's involvement in assassination plots in Europe as unfounded.

Iran FM calls for robust Islamic action against Israel crimes

Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Seyed Abbas Araqchi, said the Islamic world are expected to take more vigorous action to halt the Israeli regime's crimes and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to the oppressed people of Palestine.

Iran signs 4 oilfield development contracts with Russia

Iran’s Minister of Petroleum, Mohsen Paknejad, announced the signing of four major contracts with Russian companies for the development of seven Iranian oilfields.

4 arrested over controversial content aired on Iranian state TV

The Iranian Judiciary’s Media Center announced that the controversial airing of a divisive segment on the “Simaye Khanevadeh” program broadcast by Channel One of Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) has resulted in the arrest of four individuals directly involved in the production and airing of the episode.

Tehran police arrest 23 in fake meteorite scam following popular TV series

Iranian cyber police have detained 23 individuals for allegedly selling counterfeit meteorites online, capitalizing on renewed public interest sparked by the popular TV series Paytaxt, the Capital.

Iran to host next SCO judicial chiefs summit

The Iranian judiciary chief announced that Iran will host the 21st meeting of judicial chiefs from Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states next year.

UK lifts sanctions against Syrian defense, interior ministries, intelligence agencies

The United Kingdom has announced the lifting of sanctions against Syrian ministries and intelligence agencies, according to Britain's finance ministry on Thursday.

85% of child laborers in Tehran are Afghan nationals, deputy governor reports

Tehran's deputy governor for political and social affairs, revealed that approximately 85% of child laborers collected in the capital are Afghan nationals, adding that the children receive training at specialized centers before being returned to their families.

Iranian filmmaker Saeed Roustaee’s “Woman and Child” selected for Cannes Film Festival’s Main Competition

Iranian director Saeed Roustaee’s latest film, Woman and Child, has been officially selected for the Main Competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.

Iran, China FMs emphasize strategic partnership in countering unilateralism

The Iranian foreign minister underlined the firm determination of the Islamic Republic of Iran to comprehensively boost ties with China within the framework of the Iran-China comprehensive strategic partnership treaty.

Chogha Zanbil: Grandeur of Iran’s Elamite architecture

Chogha Zanbil, an ancient ziggurat in Khuzestan, southern Iran, is the first Iranian site registered on the UNESCO World Heritage list and one of the oldest stepped temples in the world.

Iranian Taekwondo athletes snatch 4 gold medals in China

At the end of the first day of the World Taekwondo Federation President's Cup in China, Iranian taekwondo athletes won 4 gold medals, 1 silver, and 3 bronze.

Former Iranian president Rouhani: Political rivals blocked nuclear deal in 2021

Former Iranian president Hassan Rouhani has stated that a renewed nuclear agreement with the US was ready to be signed in 2021, but was prevented by domestic political opponents.

Official: 30 Iranian provinces face land subsidence crisis as wetlands disappear

Iran's environmental protection chief has issued a stark warning that land subsidence now affects 30 provinces, while 66% of the country's wetlands have become dust storm hotspots, creating a "nationwide environmental threat."

IMF cuts growth forecasts for most countries in wake of trade war

The International Monetary Fund has slashed its growth forecasts for the United States, China and most states, citing the impact of U.S. tariffs now at 100-year highs and warning that rising trade tensions would further slow growth.

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